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HOW THE FEDERAL TAX PROVISION SECTION 179 MAY IMPROVE THE CASH FLOW BENEFIT OF A WATER JET INVESTMENT

If you’re considering a water jet investment or already have a project underway, Section 179 may make the potential return even more attractive. This federal accelerated-depreciation provision can improve the first-year economics of qualifying equipment purchases. Read on to learn about how it works, important timing requirements, and what questions to discuss with your tax professional.

A quick note before we begin: The financial and tax information in this article is provided for educational and illustrative purposes only and should not be construed as tax advice. We know water jets, not tax codes. Consult a qualified tax professional about your specific circumstances.

UP-TIME SERIES PART 2: PARTS, CONSUMABLES, AND TRAINING

“For want of a nail, the shoe was lost.” The old proverb reminds us that overlooking a small maintenance need today can have far greater consequences down the road. That principle applies directly to the parts, consumables, and training that help keep a water jet running.

THE 4-PILLARS OF HIGH-VOLUME WATER JET CUTTING – PART 2: DURABILITY & 24/7 ENGINEERING

Many people believe that high-volume output from a water jet cutting system depends solely on faster cutting speeds, larger pumps, and more horsepower. While that combination makes sense for NASCAR or Formula 1, it falls well short of creating a system that can reliably and consistently maximize a water jet’s output.

It’s more involved than a singular “more power” approach. It requires the skillful integration of four independent elements, something we call the Four Pillars of High-Volume Cutting.

AN INTRODUCTION TO PREPARING YOUR FACILITY FOR A WATERJET CUTTING SYSTEM

Your water jet is a precision, high-performance, high-volume industrial cutting and machining tool. As such, proper installation is a necessity if you want to maximize the tool’s performance, quality, and longevity. And the foundation for a proper installation is thorough, detailed site preparation.

THE 4-PILLARS OF HIGH-VOLUME WATERJET CUTTING – PART 1: MACHINE CONFIGURATION

Many people believe that high-volume output from a water jet cutting system depends solely on faster cutting speeds, larger pumps, and more horsepower. While that combination makes sense for NASCAR or Formula 1, it falls well short of creating a system that can reliably and consistently maximize a water jet’s output.

WHY WATERJET CUTTING MATTERS IN POWER GENERATION MANUFACTURING AND MRO

When most people think about the power industry, water jet cutting is not the first process that comes to mind. That is understandable. Water jets do not generate electricity, and they are not central to the daily operation of a power plant.

THE 4 PILLARS OF HIGH-VOLUME WATER JET CUTTING – INTRODUCTION

In today’s manufacturing environment, “high-volume” isn’t just about producing more—it’s about producing more consistently, predictably, and profitably. For shops relying on water jet cutting, that challenge is especially nuanced.

DIE CUTTING VS WATER JET CUTTING

Two common options for cutting large numbers of identical, flat parts are die cutting and waterjet cutting. Each method has its advantages and disadvantages, and applications where one or the other makes the most sense in terms of speed, cost per part, and other factors. Let’s begin with a definition of each technology.

OTHER APPLICATIONS (NON-CUTTING) OF ULTRA-HIGH-PRESSURE (UHP) WATER

NOTE: The following blog is taken as an excerpt from Jet Edge’s white paper Beyond Cutting: Other Industrial Applications for 60K PSI Water

In industrial environments, the need for solving problems in new and better ways is a constant theme. Whether the requirement is to remove buildup without damaging the surface, strip coatings without generating hazardous waste, cut components in flammable or explosive environments, or many, many other examples.

UP-TIME SERIES PART 1: PUMP REDUNDANCY IN WATER JET CUTTING OPERATIONS

You manage the operations of a precision manufacturing company. Your shop floor includes an impressive range of processes and capabilities, including water jets. So, what is the first thing that crosses your mind about your day ahead when your feet first hit the floor every morning?