Jet Edge Custom Configured Waterjet Systems and High Pressure Pump Solutions
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CUSTOM CONFIGURED ULTRA HIGH PRESSURE PUMPS

Yes, you can do that with High Pressure Water…

Custom configured, ultra high pressure pumps are not only for cutting on a waterjet table. Far from it. The high pressure water stream is used for surface preparation such as paint stripping, aircraft part cleaning and degreasing, incorporation into continuous flow slitting lines, mounting to robotic arms for trimming, adding additional profiling functionality to stone cutting equipment and a host of other specialty applications that are borderline genius. In any one of these instances, a high pressure waterjet system might replace the current process while eliminating secondary operations.

Stripping and Cleaning Systems: When high pressure water is directed through a cleaning swivel, a high intensity spray column is created. As the spray pattern is moved over a surface with the desired pump pressure, paint can be pulled back from a surface, grease can be removed, sintered materials cleaned without damaging the part.

Robotic Automation for Trim Cells: Fiberglass pressed parts, formed plastic parts, textiles such as carpeting and ceramics often incorporate robotics and high pressure water to cut and trim. Many materials can be cut with just water, however, when more aggressive cutting is required, abrasive is added to the water stream at the cutting head dramatically increasing the range of products that can be cut or trimmed.

Out of the Box Thinking Applications: How do you test the burst properties of a cylinder that triggers an airbag and then communicate the test results directly to your testing software? When you need both high water flow and high pressure, does that 200 horsepower monster deliver? “I’m in nuclear facilities cleaning reactor cores and need additional control features for both regulating and monitoring pump performance during our preening process…will you help with that?”

DO YOU HAVE A UNIQUE APPLICATION OR AUTOMATION NEED FOR HIGH PRESSURE WATER?

Jet Edge consults with companies across a broad spectrum of industries on how to cut, trim, clean and process unique materials using high pressure water. Whether you need customized pump technology, unique controls or need help integrating that technology into robotic automation systems or other production processes like continuous flow lines we can help. We encourage our partners to leverage our experience for “out-of-the-box” thinking to help with a Custom Application analysis.

WHAT DOES OUT OF THE BOX THINKING MEAN?

To us, it simply means applying waterjet technology to perform processes not done on a traditional mid-rail or high-rail waterjet cutter motion system. Usually, an engineering team approaches us with a processing need, suspecting waterjet technology might be the best solution. Collaboratively, we evaluate the processing goals and design the comprehensive solution that achieves the processing goal. We also have collaboration resources to bring in when automation is part of the solution. So rather than use words to define what we mean, here are some examples of “out-of-the-box” thinking and how the final system was developed to achieve the client goals.

GOT ANY EXAMPLES OF CUSTOM PUMP CONFIGURATION?

Yes, we have lots of examples, but here are a couple to quickly check out.

DO YOU HAVE A UNIQUE APPLICATION OR A PROCESS OPTIMIZATION REQUIREMENT?

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    CUSTOM APPLICATION

    A Custom Application Analysis considers the current cost and quality being achieved with the process you are now using and contrasts it against the use of high pressure water. The Application Analysis may be as simple as a test cut that evaluates quality and cut times; or it may include a full engineering analysis that looks at fixturing, loading/unloading systems and custom controls.

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    CUSTOM CONFIGURATION

    Custom Configuration focuses on customizing the waterjet cutting system around an application already identified as a preferred waterjet cutting solution. The goal of a custom configured system is to ensure your specific production goals are met, leading to the highest ROI on the investment.

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    POST SALES SUPPORT

    Don’t worry Jet Edge isn’t going anywhere. Our relationship is just beginning after the installation and our team will make sure you get the value promised! Jet Edge has a post installation team that your operators can consult, providing maintenance support, technical training and a whole lot more.

READY TO TALK ABOUT CUSTOMIZING YOUR SYSTEM?

Jet Edge is the leading provider of custom configured solutions and will be your partner to optimize your system to meet your specific needs!  Visit our resource center to lean how others have successfully installed waterjet cutting solutions starting with a clean sheet of paper.  And while you are there, visit our blog library to learn more about waterjet best practice.

JET EDGE IS A CUT ABOVE

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UNMATCHED PRECISION & ACCURACY

Turn to Jet Edge when accuracy and speed really matter. Jet Edge Motion Systems isolate the cutting head from the catcher tank so noise and vibration do not transfer. This isolation of the tank ensures Jet Edge’s industry-leading accuracy and precision over the full life of the equipment. Applications requiring high tolerance, speed and operator efficiency will benefit greatly from the capabilities offered by the Jet Edge range of Motion Systems.

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FULL LINE PROVIDER

Jet Edge is one of the few waterjet equipment companies that manufactures both its motion systems and pumps. This ensures seamless operation in the system between the pump and the motion controls and means you never get caught on service between manufacturers. Visit our accessories page to learn about the rest of the environmental systems Jet Edge makes available for your system including Abrasive Hoppers, Chillers, Abrasive Removal, Closed Loop Systems and more.

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RANGE OF APPLICATIONS

Whether you are water jet cutting or abrasive cutting in 2 dimensions or 3 dimensions with a 5-axis cutting head we have the solution. Our Mid Rail and High Rail Motion systems when paired with our full range of Jet Edge Intensifier Pumps, excel across industries including steel distribution, custom manufacturing, food processing, robotic trimming, glass cutting, stone detailing, surface preparation and more. Cutting, slitting, cleaning, trimming along with other specialty applications are regularly performed with our pumps and motion systems.

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PRODUCTIVITY OPTIONS

Jet Edge offers a menu of options for enhanced productivity. Lights out cutting enables machine operation without the direct supervision of a machinist. Multiple cutting heads increase productivity. Remote pump start allows pump control from the main system controls. Redundant intensifiers allow you to service your pump without bringing your system down. Load/unload systems, multiple cutting heads, height sensing, laser mapping, 5-axis cutting, robotic swivels, robotic integration and more allow you to design your system for the optimum productivity for your manufacturing system.

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INDUSTRY LEADING CONTROL SYSTEMS

Utilizing IGEMS CAD/CAM software and an Aquavision DI fully networkable industrial PC controller, Jet Edge Motion Systems offer an enjoyable user experience. The system’s interface and commands make it easy to import or crate CAD files and programs. The optional Nesting Module provides Multi-sheet Nesting, common cutline nesting and unlike parts cutting from a single sheet to maximize material use. During operations, users are offered visibility and access to machine code via a full-featured handheld pendant.

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CUSTOMIZED TECHNOLOGY & PERFORMANCE

Have a unique product or application? Jet Edge engineers and application specialists will work with you to confirm your requirements can be met with test cuts. After understanding your production goals, they will also assist in developing a custom configuration that meets your quality and productivity goals. And they will stay with you if you need additional help in implementation and system programming. Contact us to discuss your unique application!

READY TO START A CUSTOM CONFIGURATION DISCUSSION?

 

Contact a Jet Edge Sales Partner to learn more about our waterjet cutting applications.