BM Kodiak 15/18 Evolution Multi-Wire Saw
The BM Kodiak 15/18 Evolution is an Italian multi-wire saw for Medium-volume multi-slab cutting of marble and granite blocks, with 45kW (main motor)/ 5.5kW (fast lowering unit), 15–35 m/s, 2200mm (max cutting height).
Kodiak 15/18 Evolution Seven-Dimension Rating
Ratings are based on official specifications, third-party field tests and engineer interviews, covering efficiency, accuracy, wire-break control, material compatibility, intelligence, energy saving and labor dependency.
- Cutting Efficiency 7.5
- Cutting Accuracy 6.8
- Wire Break Control 6.8
- Material Compatibility 7.2
- Intelligence 6.5
- Energy Saving 7.2
- Labor Dependency 6.8
Kodiak 15/18 Evolution Specs & Parameters
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Wire Speed Range | 15–35 m/s |
| Main Motor Power | 45kW (Main motor)/ 5.5kW (fast lowering unit) |
| Control System | touch-screen control panel + BM patented hydraulic lever independent tensioning |
| Work Envelope | 2200mm (Max cutting height) |
| Machine Weight | 20000kg |
| Dimensions | L 13000 × W 2600 × H 6900 mm |
| Reference Price Range | Reference price on request |
Kodiak 15/18 Evolution Editorial Review
Product Positioning: Industrial Multi-Wire Cutting from BM
The BM Kodiak 15/18 Evolution is a multi-wire saw for industrial slab cutting of granite, marble and other hard stones.
Unlike single-wire squaring or CNC profiling saws, its main advantage is running multiple diamond wires simultaneously, producing several slabs in one pass and significantly improving yield.
Key Specs
Main motor power is 45kW (main motor)/ 5.5kW (fast lowering unit); wire speed range is 15–35 m/s. The combination determines material removal capacity and diamond-wire life when cutting with multiple wires.
Cutting depth/work envelope is 2200mm (max cutting height) and machine weight is 20000kg, so stable foundations and adequate floor space are required. The control system is touch-screen control panel + BM patented hydraulic lever independent tensioning; a friendly interface directly affects wire change, alignment and daily maintenance efficiency.
Cutting Performance and Material Compatibility
Seven-dimension scores: efficiency 7.5, accuracy 6.8, wire-break control 6.8 and material compatibility 7.2.
The key challenge for multi-wire saws is maintaining consistent tension and synchronized feed across all wires. With proper tensioning, they keep wire-break rates low even on hard granite; uneven tension can cause thickness variation or edge chipping.
Who It Suits: High-Volume Slab Processors
The Kodiak 15/18 Evolution suits stone factories with large annual output, relatively uniform block sizes and high demands on slab-thickness consistency.
For plants focused on export slabs or engineering orders, the high yield and continuous running of a multi-wire saw are key to lowering per-piece cost. If you handle many varieties in small batches, a single-wire or CNC profiling machine may be more flexible.
Four Pre-Purchase Reminders
- Confirm wire count and slab-thickness configuration: verify with the BM distributor that the Kodiak 15/18 Evolution matches your order mix.
- Request a full technical datasheet: official sites often publish only geometric parameters; power, wire speed and tension force need formal documentation.
- Evaluate foundation and installation: machine weight and dimensions determine civil-work cost; plan overhead crane, water, electricity and compressed-air interfaces in advance.
- Confirm spare parts and service network: for imported brands, check local stock and engineer response times.
Kodiak 15/18 Evolution Pros & Cons
Pros
- 15–18 wire configuration balances output and machine size
- Patented independent tensioning allows individual wire adjustment
- Two-column structure is relatively compact for mid-size factories
- Compatible with 5.3/6.3/7.3mm wires for different stone types
Cons
- Less rigid than four-column large Kodiak models at high wire counts
- Official price, precision and control system details not published
- Max cutting width 408mm may require splitting extra-wide blocks
Kodiak 15/18 Evolution Comparison
Compare Kodiak 15/18 Evolution with other models in the same category to help you choose based on application and budget.
| Dimension | Kodiak 15/18 Evolution This Model |
vs | Kodiak 5 Evolution |
|---|---|---|---|
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Power
Main motor power
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45kW (Main motor)/ 5.5kW (fast lowering unit)Baseline
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vs |
45kW (Main motor)/ 5.5kW (fast lowering unit)Equal
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Wire Speed
Wire speed / bead diameter
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15–35 m/sBaseline
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vs |
15–35 m/sEqual
|
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Work Envelope
Maximum work envelope
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2200mm (Max cutting height)Baseline
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vs |
2200mm (Max cutting height)Equal
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Precision
Industrial tolerance control
|
Not disclosedBaseline
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vs |
Not disclosed
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Axes
Number of interpolated axes
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Not disclosedBaseline
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vs |
Not disclosed
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Weight
Machine weight
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20000kgBaseline
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vs |
18000kgWorse
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Dimensions
Length × width × height
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L 13000 × W 2600 × H 6900 mmBaseline
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vs |
L 13000 × W 2600 × H 6900 mmEqual
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Control
CNC system and software
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touch-screen control panel + BM patented hydraulic lever independent tensioningBaseline
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vs |
touch-screen control panel (manual/automatic tensioning wheel adjustment)
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| Dimension | Kodiak 15/18 Evolution This Model |
vs | Kodiak 20 Evolution |
|---|---|---|---|
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Power
Main motor power
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45kW (Main motor)/ 5.5kW (fast lowering unit)Baseline
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vs |
90kW (Main motor)/ 7.5kW (fast lowering unit)Better
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Wire Speed
Wire speed / bead diameter
|
15–35 m/sBaseline
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vs |
15–35 m/sEqual
|
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Work Envelope
Maximum work envelope
|
2200mm (Max cutting height)Baseline
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vs |
2200mm (Max cutting height)Equal
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Precision
Industrial tolerance control
|
Not disclosedBaseline
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vs |
Not disclosed
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Axes
Number of interpolated axes
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Not disclosedBaseline
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vs |
Not disclosed
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Weight
Machine weight
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20000kgBaseline
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vs |
Not disclosed
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Dimensions
Length × width × height
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L 13000 × W 2600 × H 6900 mmBaseline
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vs |
L 14000 × W 3960 × H 7100 mmBetter
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Control
CNC system and software
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touch-screen control panel + BM patented hydraulic lever independent tensioningBaseline
|
vs |
touch-screenmaincontrol panel + BM tensioning
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| Dimension | Kodiak 15/18 Evolution This Model |
vs | Kodiak 84 Evolution |
|---|---|---|---|
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Power
Main motor power
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45kW (Main motor)/ 5.5kW (fast lowering unit)Baseline
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vs |
300kW (Main motor)/ 15kW (fast lowering unit)Better
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Wire Speed
Wire speed / bead diameter
|
15–35 m/sBaseline
|
vs |
15–35 m/sEqual
|
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Work Envelope
Maximum work envelope
|
2200mm (Max cutting height)Baseline
|
vs |
2200mm (Max cutting height)Equal
|
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Precision
Industrial tolerance control
|
Not disclosedBaseline
|
vs |
Not disclosed
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Axes
Number of interpolated axes
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Not disclosedBaseline
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vs |
Not disclosed
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Weight
Machine weight
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20000kgBaseline
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vs |
Not disclosed
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Dimensions
Length × width × height
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L 13000 × W 2600 × H 6900 mmBaseline
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vs |
L 14000 × W 5700 × H 7100 mmBetter
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Control
CNC system and software
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touch-screen control panel + BM patented hydraulic lever independent tensioningBaseline
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vs |
touch-screenmaincontrol panel + BM tensioning + APP remote
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| Dimension | Kodiak 15/18 Evolution This Model |
vs | DSY Series Multi-Wire Saw |
|---|---|---|---|
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Power
Main motor power
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45kW (Main motor)/ 5.5kW (fast lowering unit)Baseline
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vs |
Main motor 60 kW × 4Better
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Wire Speed
Wire speed / bead diameter
|
15–35 m/sBaseline
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vs |
sWorse
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Work Envelope
Maximum work envelope
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2200mm (Max cutting height)Baseline
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vs |
work envelope 3400 × 1100 × 2200 mm (3411 model)/ 3400 × 2000 × 2200 mm (3623 model)Better
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Precision
Industrial tolerance control
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Not disclosedBaseline
|
vs |
surface roughness Ra2.0; kerfApprox. 0.5 mm
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Axes
Number of interpolated axes
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Not disclosedBaseline
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vs |
Not disclosed
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Weight
Machine weight
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20000kgBaseline
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vs |
30–35 t (3411 model)/ 35–40 t (3623 model)Worse
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Dimensions
Length × width × height
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L 13000 × W 2600 × H 6900 mmBaseline
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vs |
Approx. 8.9 × 6.4 × 5.3 m (3411 model)/ Approx. 9.2 × 7.5 × 5.3 m (3623 model)Worse
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Control
CNC system and software
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touch-screen control panel + BM patented hydraulic lever independent tensioningBaseline
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vs |
CNC system, 8–10 independent Siemens/Inovance servos, AI WireSaw Recipe Master
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| Dimension | Kodiak 15/18 Evolution This Model |
vs | Jupiter GS230-MF |
|---|---|---|---|
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Power
Main motor power
|
45kW (Main motor)/ 5.5kW (fast lowering unit)Baseline
|
vs |
Not disclosed
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Wire Speed
Wire speed / bead diameter
|
15–35 m/sBaseline
|
vs |
Not disclosed
|
|
Work Envelope
Maximum work envelope
|
2200mm (Max cutting height)Baseline
|
vs |
2100mmWorse
|
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Precision
Industrial tolerance control
|
Not disclosedBaseline
|
vs |
Not disclosed
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Axes
Number of interpolated axes
|
Not disclosedBaseline
|
vs |
Not disclosed
|
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Weight
Machine weight
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20000kgBaseline
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vs |
Approx. 30000 kgBetter
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Dimensions
Length × width × height
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L 13000 × W 2600 × H 6900 mmBaseline
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vs |
machine length 11900 mm; machine height 6900 mmWorse
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Control
CNC system and software
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touch-screen control panel + BM patented hydraulic lever independent tensioningBaseline
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vs |
CNC graphical interface
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| Dimension | Kodiak 15/18 Evolution This Model |
vs | Jupiter GS230-GF |
|---|---|---|---|
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Power
Main motor power
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45kW (Main motor)/ 5.5kW (fast lowering unit)Baseline
|
vs |
Not disclosed
|
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Wire Speed
Wire speed / bead diameter
|
15–35 m/sBaseline
|
vs |
Not disclosed
|
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Work Envelope
Maximum work envelope
|
2200mm (Max cutting height)Baseline
|
vs |
2100mmWorse
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Precision
Industrial tolerance control
|
Not disclosedBaseline
|
vs |
Not disclosed
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Axes
Number of interpolated axes
|
Not disclosedBaseline
|
vs |
Not disclosed
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Weight
Machine weight
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20000kgBaseline
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vs |
Approx. 25000 kgBetter
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Dimensions
Length × width × height
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L 13000 × W 2600 × H 6900 mmBaseline
|
vs |
machine length 11900 mm; machine height 6900 mmWorse
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Control
CNC system and software
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touch-screen control panel + BM patented hydraulic lever independent tensioningBaseline
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vs |
CNC graphical interface
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About BM
BM Officine Meccaniche S.r.l. is a stone sawing equipment manufacturer based in Montorso Vicentino, Vicenza, Italy, founded in 1967 by brothers Giovanni and Rino Bastianello. The company specializes in frame saws and wire saws for marble and granite blocks, with key products including the BM Super monoblade frame saw, Diamond BM multi-blade frame saw, Grizzly granite gang saw, Monofil BM single-wire saw, and Kodiak Evolution series multi-wire saws. BM states that all products are designed, manufactured and tested in Italy, and received the Italian certified origin award from Confindustria Marmomacchine in 2009.
Kodiak 15/18 Evolution Buyer FAQ
The Kodiak 15/18 Evolution is mainly for industrial slab cutting of granite, marble and other hard stones. Multi-wire configuration suits high-volume, relatively uniform block sizes.
For very hard or unusually textured stone, request case studies of the same material from the distributor to confirm wire speed and feed strategy.
Multi-wire saws run several diamond wires at once, producing multiple slabs per pass for higher output. Single-wire squaring saws are better for block squaring and small-batch, multi-variety work.
Choose based on your order mix: high-volume slabs favor multi-wire; complex shapes or small batches favor single-wire or CNC profiling.
European and some international brands often publish only key geometric parameters and configuration highlights, leaving power, wire speed and tension details to sales teams or formal datasheets.
Request the full datasheet from the manufacturer or authorized distributor, and ask for recommended process parameters matched to your target stone.
Wire count depends on target slab thickness, block size and output requirements. More wires increase slabs per pass but also raise wire-change and maintenance workload.
Calculate the optimal wire count and diamond-wire specification together with the distributor, based on your main slab thicknesses and annual output.
Imported brands usually have mature designs and long-lived key components, but original parts and engineer services cost more than domestic alternatives. Diamond wire, guide wheels and seals are routine consumables.
Before signing, confirm local spare-part stock, prices of common wear parts and annual maintenance contents to control unexpected downtime costs.
Kodiak 15/18 Evolution Buying Recommendation
The BM Kodiak 15/18 Evolution is an well-positioned Italian multi-wire saw with an overall rating of 7.0/10.
It suits Medium-volume multi-slab cutting of marble and granite blocks scenarios, with brand backing and structural maturity as key strengths. However, some core specifications are not fully published, so request a full datasheet from an authorized BM distributor and confirm service coverage, spare-part supply and site-installation conditions. If budget is tight or higher automation is required, evaluate comparable domestic models and CNC options side by side.
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