FOCUS ON WATERJET CUTTING
WardJet waterjet cutting technology ( AAG ).
Group ) has added a 5-axis cutting head to its WARDJet range of waterjet cutting systems . Key attributes of the Apex-60 include the ability to cut at angles of up to 60 degrees using a cutting force of 39N and at a maximum speed of 50.8 metres / minute , along with a Z-travel capability of 304.8mm . This year marks the 30th anniversary of AAG .
The ALLFI Quantum 4550 waterjet pump is designed to be up to 60 % more energy efficient than standard hydraulic boosters . This “ green ” waterjet pump requires up to 70 % less cooling water and less electricity and oil , according to the manufacturer .
BTG GmBH has showcased two highpressure pumps in its ECOTRON range – the 40.37 + and the 40.45 +.
Luxembourg manufacturer CERATIZIT has produced its PREMIUM + FOCUSING TUBES for demanding waterjet cutting applications . Optimised wear protection ensures longer tool life ( which supports improved machine utilisation ). Improved material quality and processing offer up to a 30 % improvement in performance , according to the manufacturer .
With its ConSus abrasive mixing unit , waterjet cutting specialist ConSus ANT
Garnet exiting the flexible screw conveyor gravity discharges through flexible downspouting into the waterjet ’ s pressure pot ( Flexicon ).
enables the stationary use of Water Abrasive Suspension ( WAS ) systems in the processing industry . A continuous suspension jet , it says , provides a ‘ more efficient cutting performance at lower pressure compared to conventional Water Abrasive Injection ( WAIS ) systems ’. For customisable performance comparison of both methods , a free web app is offered .
Eckert ’ s Opal Waterjet Combo is a patented , rapid CNC waterjet for plasma and waterjet cutting . Equipped with the Pro-X 3D waterjet cutting head , it combines the advantages of ultra-fast plasma cutting and precision waterjet cutting . Eckert cites a reduction of production costs ‘ of up to 70 %’ in comparison to standard waterjet machines . It also offers a stand-alone Opal Waterjet with 2D and 3D cutting heads .
ESAB ’ s Hydrocut HDX waterjet cutting system is a heavy-duty gantry cutting machine . It combines waterjet with other cutting and marking processes such as plasma cutting , plasma marking , oxy-fuel cutting or plate lettering / marking tools .
Flexicon ’ s JET-FEED™ garnet delivery system feeds garnet directly from 1814 kg bulk bags to the pressure pot .
Flow International Corporation , a developer and manufacturer of ultra-highpressure waterjet machines for cutting applications , offers its Mach range of waterjet cutting systems . Available with a dual bridge , the Mach 700 series is a large format waterjet designed for demanding environments . The NanoJet is a small-format waterjet machining centre and fully enclosed , all-in-one solution .
Hypertherm , a U . S . -based manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and abrasive waterjet cutting systems ( including intensifierbased pumps , abrasive recycling systems and AccuStream consumables ) introduced predictive maintenance waterjet pumps in 2018 ‘ to substantially reduce maintenance costs and disruption caused by non-planned service ’. This generation of pumps — called HyPrecision Predictive — is equipped with features such as Hypertherm ’ s Advanced Intensifier Technology .
Below : The WAS cutting jet generated with ConSus reaches almost twice the speed of sound . Right : The ConSus ( Continuous Suspension ) abrasive mixing unit for the WAS procedure in the processing industry .
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