JET EDGE QUARTERLY CUT NEWSLETTER – Q2 2020
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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…
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,…
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 cutting systems are made to cut through nearly every imaginable surface, but not all systems are alike. Different materials require specific water jet…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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…
There are several factors to consider that will maximize your abrasive cutting productivity and your investment.
Today, digital control systems powered by computer-aided design (CAD) and control software enable tool users to achieve high levels of accuracy.
The ‘lights-out’ concept means using your production assets during off-hours, typically overnight and on weekends.
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…
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…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 Accumulator’s bladder is pressurized with nitrogen to about 30 – 40% of the pressure of the hydraulic circuit in which it is installed (its…
Watch to learn how to change a G3R Seal.
Watch this video to learn how to repair the bleed down valve on your Jet Edge Waterjet Intensifier Pump.
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 safely maintain your OmniJet III.
Watch this video to learn how to change Abrasive Cutting Head components.
Watch to learn how to flush the High-Pressure water system.
Watch to learn how to Service the Intensifier Check Valve.
Watch to learn how to change the intensifier seal.
Watch to learn how to adjust the proximity switch properly.
Watch to learn effective ways to control water quality.
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…
Aquablast is known for their dependability and minimal downtime. With the help of Jet Edge, they can add ‘built to last’ to their reputation.
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…
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…
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…
When JACQUET decided to add a 5-axis system, they pumped up their reputation of knowing what works, when it works.
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′…
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…
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…
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.…
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