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Jet Edge is a leading manufacturer of waterjet cutting machines, intensifier pumps, and accessories. If you’re looking for precision cutting—and if non-stop grit, power, and hard work are something that could bring your application the edge it needs—it’s time to get in touch with Jet Edge.
The objective of surface detection is simple: maintain the required standoff distance (SOD) between the cutting head’s nozzle tip and the stock’s surface across the…
Workplace safety focuses on identifying, preventing, and eliminating hazards that cause accidents or negatively impact worker health. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), part…
This article is designed to help reduce the learning curve for first-time water jet users. First we must make some assumptions (yes, we know what…
Water jet cutting systems rank at or near the top of machine tools when considering the range of materials that can be cut, the high-speed…
Have you ever daydreamed about the added efficiency an extra set of hands could bring to your production operations? The good news is that when…
The decision to add a water jet cutting system demands a comprehensive evaluation process. So, let’s look at what goes into deciding between buying a…
If you’re reading this blog post, it’s likely that you’re already aware of the versatility of a water jet cutting system in a machining operation.…
Titanium can be combined (alloyed) with other elements to produce strong, lightweight alloys for many industries including aerospace, military, industrial processes, automotive, agriculture, medical, orthopedic,…
Depending upon the stock material and your feed rates, garnet often represents the largest operating cost of waterjet cutting tools.
A lesser-known option that works with some material types is cutting stacked material with your water jet. This article will provide some helpful tips and…
Water jet cutting systems are high-precision tools engineered to produce the most complex cuts with the best first-cut edge finish in the largest number of…
Waterjets cut the widest variety of materials of any cutting tool while consistently delivering superior precision and flawless first-cut edge finishes. The material being cut…
Lasers (Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation) are a popular cutting technology within the metal fabrication industry. To oversimplify, the laser cutting process uses…
“Made in America” claims are back in a big way these days. Not that they ever went away entirely, but the political, economic, and pandemic…
The word blog is a combined version of the words “web” and “log” or “web logging.” At their inception, blogs were simply an online diary…
For most water jet buyers, the “fun” begins when they reach the point of specifying features to meet their specific application needs. When you have…
obotic water jet cutting is just what it sounds like, the integration of the water jet’s unique and flexible cutting characteristics with the productivity and…
Abrasive water jet cutting offers a broader range of cutting options than any other single machine tool. No competing technology cuts as many material types…
It’s not an overstatement to call the intensifier pump the heart of a water jet cutting system. Just like the human heart pumps blood to…
In some regions, water supply is taken for granted. In others, not so much. Additionally, to keep your CNC water jet cutter and ultra-high pressure…
Water serves two primary purposes in your water jet cutting system: processing and cooling. But did you know, the water in both of those processes…
Adding the power and versatility of a water jet to your shop floor opens a whole new range of material processing opportunities. Deciding which tool…
When the spent garnet and debris (“sludge”) reaches the bottom of the slats that the work pieces are held on, or when the sludge has…
Waterjet cutting starts with bringing an incoming water stream up to ultra-high pressure, usually 60,000 psi, and then directing it through high pressure lines to…
Waterjet cutting delivers ultra-high water pressures ranging from 60,000 psi up to 90,000 psi. And while the incoming water is not under high pressure, the…
There is a lot of information on the web about water jet cutting systems, their applications, and the companies/brands that serve the industry. However, it’s…
Everyone understands the value of timely routine maintenance for all high-precision cutting and machining tools, including waterjet cutting equipment and high pressure pumps. Done correctly,…
Nature has been cutting and carving stone for billions of years. Nothing can resist the unrelenting force of water. Take the Grand Canyon, for example.…
The water used in a waterjet cutting system serves two distinct and different purposes, the cutting process and hydraulics cooling. Poor water quality, as measured…
Water jet systems utilize two different technologies, water-only and abrasive cutting and each of those come in two basic cutting versions, 3-axis and 5-axis. Let’s…
The ever-growing list of materials water jet systems could process led to widespread adoption in practically every industry. Factor in the integration of CAD/CAM capability…
According to an article by TWI, a composite material is: a combination of two materials with different physical and chemical properties. When combined, they create…
If you are in the market for a better cutting solution, choices abound. First there are a plethora of different cutting technologies, including water, plasma,…
Metals distribution companies play a pivotal role in the supply and manufacturing chain from raw ore to finished goods. With labor shortages and an increasing…
Every industry that requires precision-machined parts has its own set of unique manufacturing challenges. But it’s safe to say the aerospace industry is especially challenging…
The ‘lights-out’ concept means using your production assets during off-hours, typically overnight and on weekends.
Today, digital control systems powered by computer-aided design (CAD) and control software enable tool users to achieve high levels of accuracy.
There are several factors to consider that will maximize your abrasive cutting productivity and your investment.
If you’ve read any of our previous blogs, you are already familiar with the specifications, features and capabilities of water jet systems. You may not…
The most common methods for cutting sheet steel and plate steel includes Shearing, Laser Cutting, Plasma Cutting, Oxyacetylene Cutting and Waterjet Cutting. Each cutting method…
When considering what machine to use to cut specialty metals and alloys, it’s important to consider a variety of factors. Your decision must be guided…
Despite the misnomer related to 3-axis machines, these types of waterjet systems offer a wealth of potential and advantages over other cutting operations, including manual…
When purchasing a water jet cutting system, there are many factors to consider. Most buyers focus on the obvious factors when making a decision, including…
The cutting head is one of the most crucial parts of any water jet cutting machine. However, it’s also a component with several consumable parts…
If you’ve purchased a water jet machine, you’ve invested pretty heavily into water jet or abrasive systems and you want to get the most out…
If you’re currently using water jet cutting at your facility, then you know how important your cutting system is to your everyday operations. However, you…
At Jet Edge, a big part of our continuing investment in educating our end users is maintenance training. In part 4 of our maintenance training…
When you think about water jet cutting systems, you probably have a picture in your head of a standard-height cross-beam gantry cutting system. After all,…
Various types and sizes of garnet are available for abrasive cutting applications. When the right size and type is introduced into the high pressure waterjet…
In part 3 of our water jet pump maintenance series, we’re going to go through a high-pressure seal repair for our Generation III water jet…
A bleed down valve is a safety device built into your high-pressure water jet pump. It is designed to relieve any ultra-high-pressure water from the…
The high-pressure pump accumulator, or hydraulic accumulator, is a high-pressure storage device. In high-pressure water cutting systems, it reduces the overall shock in the intensifier…
The water jet cutting industry has gone through many technological changes over its existence enabling more products and industry applications. For a long time, 3-axis…
In today’s environment of ever-growing security threats on the internet, it’s more important than ever to update your system software on regular intervals. Your water…
If you’re in an industry using water jet cutting machines you know how important proper machine maintenance is. You know that up-time is crucial to…
There are a variety of different products and applications that are a great fit for use with water jet cutting machines. However, not all products…
There’s no getting around it, operating a water jet cutting system requires a large amount of water. If you’re using an abrasive water jet system,…
Water jet cutting systems are made to cut through nearly every imaginable surface, but not all systems are alike. Different materials require specific water jet…
If you’re in the market for a new or used water jet cutting system, then we don’t have to tell you how expensive these machines…
Water jet cutters are extremely popular in a variety of industrial applications. They are used in industries ranging from food processing to steel production. However,…
Behind every great water jet cutting machine is a high-pressure pump. The pump is the heart of your machine – creating a high-pressure environment that…
Precision Steel Services has been serving the western Pennsylvania region for more than twenty years and with decades of experience and expertise in the fabricating…
Autoliv approached Jet Edge with a unique customization request. They wanted a testing system to validate the airbag inflators critical to the deployment of the…
Prince Energy is a service company based in China, that is made up of Beijing Prince Energy Co. Ltd. and Prince Energy. It provides services…
Oldcastle Building Envelope is the leading supplier of value-added, glazing-focused, interior and exterior products and services. OldCastle and Jet Edge Waterjet Systems, have partnered to…
Framatome manages nearly two-thirds of the world’s nuclear plants with more than 60 locations in 20 countries and supports its customers from start to finish;…
Southern Copper is a family owned, premier distributor of copper, specialty copper alloys and resistance welding components. Southern Copper has long been interested in water…
In 1967, Progressive Engineering Company built its first automated abrasive grit blasting system. Fast forward and Progressive has designed, built, and installed over one hundred.
UMNSVP is an entirely student-run group that designs, builds, and races solar-electric cars and Jet Edge is an essential supporter of the team! Freya is…
This global manufacturer operates world-class plants, literally all over the world. In Asia, specialty Diamond Pad Conditioners are manufactured for use in the semiconductor industry.…
Waterjet and AbrasiveJet cutting is our business. Our nearly two decade old Jet Edge motion system was looking a little tired and we needed to…
A premier supplier to the aerospace industry of highly-engineered precision formed, precision machined and fabricated products was adding precision waterjet cutting to their Waterjet Center…
To meet increased demand Merryweather installed a Jet Edge 610 High Rail Motion System that includes 8 cutting heads, mounted to a 6′ x 10′…
When JACQUET decided to add a 5-axis system, they pumped up their reputation of knowing what works, when it works.
Plasti-Fab found what they were looking for with Jet Edge. Now they are faster, taking on bigger projects, and floored with the results of their…
From a simple three-car garage to a 50,000 square foot manufacturing facility, Metfab found the edge they needed with their Jet Edge Intensifier Pump and…
Gulf Machine Shop installed a Jet Edge X-5 5-axis system, giving them the ability to take on a wider range of opportunities, materials, and more…
Aquablast is known for their dependability and minimal downtime. With the help of Jet Edge, they can add ‘built to last’ to their reputation.
Alliance Automation knew that if their pump went down, their profits would go down with it. They decided to go with Jet Edge iP60-50 intensifier…
The Edge X-5 features 5-axis waterjet cutting that is capable of bevel cutting to 60°. Complex 3-D parts, including impellers, gears, and other precision parts…
This Edge X3 Dual Carriage Waterjet System employs two 3-axis cutting heads. These systems can also be equipped with multiple 5-axis cutting heads and/or a…
The Dual Carriage Waterjet System employs two cutting heads. These systems can be equipped with multiple 5-axis cutting heads and/or a combination of both 3-axis…
This 3-axis, single carriage waterjet cutting machine excels at high-speed waterjet cutting and abrasivejet cutting. Pair it with a HERO 50 Ultra High-Pressure pump for…
The Edge X3-HR, 3-axis motion system is customizable for high speed processing. By attaching a precision machined Spreader Bar to the Z Carriage, up to ten…
The Edge X5 mid rail and high rail, 5-axis waterjets now feature our breakthrough abrasive cutting system: the Permalign Arrow SL. The Arrow SL cutting…
Jet Edge’s lineup of Ultra-high pressure intensifier pumps just got stronger. The HERO Series pumps are rated to 60,000 psi to power both your water…
The HERO 50 Waterjet Intensifier Pump, with Jet Smart Controls sets a new performance standard for UHP Intensifier pumps. Dependable and easy to maintain, the…
The HERO 100 Waterjet Intensifier Pump, with Jet Smart Controls provides the power to drive greater water volumes at Ultra High Pressure. Teamed with a…
The HERO 150 Waterjet Intensifier Pump, with Jet Smart Controls is the brute that the name suggests. With two intensifiers delivering an industry leading 3…
Learn why Jet Edge partnered with Beckhoff to create the new Jet Smart Controls on the HERO Series lineup of Intensifier Pumps.
Jet Edge is a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjet technology with a simple goal: to help our customers succeed. Our systems are used around…
Precision Steel had grown tired with the downtime they were experiencing with their current 6’ x 10’ waterjet system and the poor response time they…
Gulf Machine Shop in Lake Charles, Louisiana, has increased its productivity and capabilities with a Jet Edge EDGE X5 dual cutting head 5-axis waterjet cutting…
JACQUET Midwest in Racine, WI, is now offering 5-axis water jet cutting services. Their Jet Edge EDGE X-5 system features a 21’x13′ large format cutting…
Hear from Michael Waltrip of Michael Waltrip racing about how they’ve put their Jet Edge EDGE X-5 system to use fabricating parts for their cars.…
Jet Edge’s UHP Waterjet Shuttle Systems increase productivity for shops with demanding throughput requirements. The waterjet shuttles allow operators to keep cutting even as parts…
A foam packaging company selling into the medical device industry, was seeing such heavy demand they struggled to meet the customers delivery schedule without working…
Alliance Automation’s robotic waterjet trimming cells combine Motoman HP20D robots and Jet Edge’s 60,000 psi iP60-50 waterjet intensifier pumps for industry-leading precision and dependability.
For utilities, there are many benefits to performing cavitation peening on nuclear reactor components. The primary purpose for peening is to extend the life of…
Demonstrates a variety of Progressive Surface waterjet cleaning robotic systems stripping thermal spray coatings from aircraft engine components using ultra high pressure water jets.
High Rail cutting technology was introduced into industrial production prior to mid rail cutting systems. Learn what High Rail Waterjets are, the features, and advantages…
Learn what 5-Axis waterjet cutting is, the advantages of 5-Axis Waterjet Cutting Systems, and if 5-Axis waterjet cutting is right for your application.
Learn how waterjet and abrasivejet technology can cut titanium, stainless steel, as well as specialty alloys and super alloys.
Learn what 3-Axis waterjet and abrasivejet cutting technology is, the features, benefits and advantages of both.
Custom application or custom configuration? When thinking of custom, it is important to break it down into 1. Custom Application and 2. Custom Configuration even…
Learn what hydrualic spikes are and why they are the enemy of cut quality and pump life.
When the pump is operating at 65,000 PSI, how do you know if the system is performing? Enter visual management with JetSmart controls.
If you’re currently using water jet cutting at your facility, then you know how important your cutting system is to your everyday operations. However, you…
Learn how dual carriages help you double your productivity, our newly relaunched preventative maintenance program Jet Shield, and more!
What happens after the sale? Learn how the Jet Edge team is here to support you after the sale. And more!
What are High Rail Waterjet Systems? Read Southern Copper & Supply Company’s story on why they choose Jet Edge High Rail Waterjet Systems.
When post-sale support fails, your cutting system’s ROI and Total Cost of Ownership skyrockets. Also, thanks for visiting us at Fabtech!
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Is waterjet cutting right for my application? Critical dimensions, desired finish quality and current cycle times form the base line in which the Waterjet Application…
Watch this video to learn how to protect your orifice from damage due to foreign debris entering the jet stream through the high pressure lines.
Watch this video to learn how to assess when to replace your hydraulic oil and filter to improve pump life.
Watch this video to learn sources of nozzle clogs and how to safely clear them.
Watch this video to learn how to detect High Rail Plumbing Swivel leaks and safely replace components.
Watch this video to learn when and how to replace worn Rotary Swivel Seals.
Kinematic Coupon measurements are used for controller compensation to calibrate your motion system’s accuracy.
This 5 Part Series covers the alignment and calibration of the Permalign Edge, 5-Axis Cutting Head.
Watch this video to learn how to inspect and service rod seal components on your G3S intensifier.
Watch this video to learn how to safely install and align your new 5-Axis Compact Cutting Head.
Watch this video to learn how to inspect and service rod seal components on your G3R intensifier.
Watch to learn effective ways to control water quality.
Watch to learn how to adjust the proximity switch properly.
Watch to learn how to change the intensifier seal.
Watch to learn how to Service the Intensifier Check Valve.
Watch to learn how to flush the High-Pressure water system.
Watch this video to learn how to change Abrasive Cutting Head components.
Watch this video to learn how to safely maintain your OmniJet III.
Watch this video to learn how to check the hydraulic accumulator on your Jet Edge Waterjet Intensifier Pump.
Watch this video to learn how to repair the bleed down valve on your Jet Edge Waterjet Intensifier Pump.
Watch to learn how to change a G3R Seal.
The intensifiers detailed below will no longer have certain service parts available and will require a GEN 3 Intensifier Upgrade Kit. Plan now for your…
If you are operating IGEMS USB Licenses, activated prior to 01/01/19, you will be required to renew your license to a Subscription License in 2023.
The Accumulator’s bladder is pressurized with nitrogen to about 30 – 40% of the pressure of the hydraulic circuit in which it is installed (its…
Microsoft officially ended support for Windows 7 on January 14, 2020, and Windows XP April 8, 2014. Your computer will still work, but your OS…
The new Permalign Arrow SL eliminates the right angle inlet block currently used on the Permalign Edge AbrasiveJet.
THIS IS A RECOMMENDED ALERT: When High Pressure End Caps are installed on your Jet Edge Intensifier Pump at the factory, great care is taken…
When the OmniJet Valve Body is installed into the mounting collar, proper alignment is required with the High Pressure inlet to ensure a good seal…
Jet Edge has upgraded its standard on all new 2-quart (1.9 Liter) Attenuators, replacing the prior design. The new design directly seals the Head to…
Jet Edge has upgraded its standard on all new 1 Quart Accumulators to SAE Standard rated threads, replacing previously used NPT threads, for an improved…
Every Jet Edge water jet system includes unlimited lifetime hands-on training. Water jet training is free when taken at Jet Edge’s headquarters. You also can…
The Jet Shield Maintenance Protection Program is custom designed around the equipment you have and your unique service needs.
Meet your team of Jet Edge professionals. We’re here to help make sure you get what you were promised when we presented our equipment proposal…
What does jetedgewaterJets.com have to offer me? While Jet Edge is not the only source for waterjet cutting knowledge, we do know quite a bit…
Jet Edge’s ecommerce site for replacement parts ordering is a business to business site exclusive to Jet Edge equipment users. To setup an account, visit…
Jet Edge has launched its “My Equipment” feature in its Online Store. With a click of a button, you can now access all the operating…
Get access to all of our Jet Edge spec sheets that include the following info for each product: construction specs, size specs, controls, water/environment, intensifier…
Choice Waterjet Parts offers replacement parts for your non-Jet Edge Waterjet Equipment.
Jet Edge has partnered with American Financial Partners to provide you financing solutions for your business. American Financial Partners understands the needs of businesses of…
INTRODUCING THE NEW PERMALIGN ARROW SL
The Jet Edge 5-Axis Abrasive Waterjets just got updated... you're going to like the performance even more!
