FOCUS ON WATERJET
Eye CMS console . In 2019 , it launched JD5 , a five-axis cutting head with infinite rotation ( continuous rotation of the C-axis during consecutive cuts ), designed to reduce the tolerance error of “ mirror ” -cut parts to zero . To ensure that the cutting process is repeatable , CMS offers a TCP ( Tool Centre Position ) and focal distance laser measurement device on the five-axis head .
“ Our Tecnocut jetpower evo pressure intensifier offers 39 % fewer maintenance costs compared to opposing-cylinder and direct-drive models because the high-pressure components are subjected to fewer fatigue cycles ,” it explained .
With its ConSus abrasive mixing unit , waterjet-cutting specialist ConSus ANT 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 . ConSus operates at a maximum pressure of 1500 bar and can be integrated into any existing waterjet cutting system , as ‘ only the pump and control system need to be adapted ’.
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 Welding & Cutting Products offers its Hydrocut™ HDX large gantry waterjetcutting system which combines waterjet with other cutting and marking processes such as plasma cutting ; plasma marking ; oxyfuel
Eckert ’ s Opal Waterjet Combo .
cutting or plate lettering or marking tools . The Hydrocut HDX can be equipped with up to four waterjet cutting heads , two oxy-fuel stations and up to two plasma stations , including ESAB ’ s DMX Plasma Beveller .
Flexicon ’ s JET-FEED™ garnet delivery system automatically feeds garnet directly from bulk bags to waterjet cutters .
Flow International Corporation celebrates its 50th anniversary this year . It manufactures the entire 2D / 3D waterjet system including the pump , cutting head , XY table and software . Its machine series includes the Mach , NanoJet small-format waterjet machining centre and fully enclosed , all-in-one solution as well as the EchoJet fully enclosed waterjet cutting system with five-axis capabilities .
Its latest products are two ground-up waterjet systems , the Mach 200c and the EchoJet . Featuring Pivot + ™ waterjet technology , the Mach 200c enables bevel and
five-axis cutting of virtually any material , hard or soft , with up to 60 ° of motion to achieve more complex part-cutting needs . The EchoJet is a fully enclosed and flexible waterjet solution with easy-to-open doors to contain spray and reduce cutting noise . The EchoJet ’ s compact design allows it to fit in smaller spaces , where a smaller footprint is required .
In January 2022 , Flow launched its Motojet- X intensifier pump technology . Its Hyplex Prime pump is its next generation of energyefficient , direct-drive , ultra high-pressure waterjet pumps .
H . G . RIDDER Automatisierungs GmbH ( founded in 1980 ) has produced the 2D and 3D WARICUT waterjet cutting machines in a wide variety of designs ( including the WARICUT micro-max waterjet micro cutter ) since 1991 . It has also been producing energy-efficient , highpressure pumps for several years .
IGEMS ( Sweden ) is a leading supplier of software for waterjet cutting . Its products include CAD / CAM & Nest software for waterjet cutting in both 2D and 3D ( ranging from one-axis cutting to six-axis bevel cutting on a rotation axis ) as well as a new type of CNC for waterjets ( together with Beckhoff ). Its Tilter is a versatile 5x kinematic mechanism because it can handle 45 ° bevels and taper angle compensation . The IGEMS Rounder measures , calculates and compensates for deviation in five-axis waterjet cutting , calibrating to the cutting head .
“ The IGEMS CNC Snapper takes detailed and accurate photos of the cutting table . The image provides the basis for optimal positioning in the NC program , saving time and minimizing material use . The IGEMS Straighter is a handy and advanced tool that clips onto the machine ’ s mixing tube . It ’ s a matter of seconds until the five-axis kinematic perpendicular angle is as straight as an arrow ,” it explained .
Flow ’ s EchoJet .
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