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Plasma Cutting - Page 26
- From The Fabricator
Introduction to plasma marking
- By Dirk Ott and Nakhleh Hussary, Ph.D.
- Mar 4, 2013
- Article
Fabricators mark parts for various reasons using different technologies, each with its own benefits. This article describes several marking options and further discusses plasma marking.
- From The Fabricator
CNC profile cutting machine supports plasma, oxyfuel processes
- Feb 28, 2013
- Product Release
Retro Systems has launched the Mega Hornet 1000 floor-mounted rail cutting machine. It is the third model in the series of machines equipped with multiple tool carriages supporting the plasma and oxyfuel cutting processes. Constructed from a welded and stress-relieved gantry beam and fabricated...
- From The Welder
Silver replacement electrodes help improve electrical conductivity
- Feb 26, 2013
- Product Release
Thermacut's Silver-Pro electrodes combine a copper electrode body and a solid silver insert. The insert helps improve the conductivity of electricity and dissipates the heat of the plasma arc efficiently to help extend electrode life, the manufacturer reports. The electrodes are available for the...
- From The Welder
Thermacut s.r.o. acquires HOLMA AG
- Feb 14, 2013
- News Release
Thermacut s.r.o., a subsidiary of IBG Industrie-Beteiligungs-Gesellschaft GmbH & Co. KG (IBG), has announced the acquisition of HOLMA® AG, a producer of laser and plasma cutting consumables. The new acquisition fits into the global strategy of the Thermacut Group, a supplier of plasma cutting...
- From The Fabricator
Shape cutting machine gantry accommodates four waterjet, two high-def plasma stations
- Feb 14, 2013
- Product Release
ESAB Cutting Systems has introduced the Hydrocut™ LX low-rail waterjet shape cutting machine. It features a large gantry with a high-stiffness beam design, dual precision linear rails, and precision rack and pinion drives. The size and strength of this gantry make it suitable for waterjet...
- From The Fabricator
Better plasma cutting on stainless steel
Penn Stainless Products, Quakertown, Pa., wanted to upgrade its plasma cutting operations so that it could cut thicker stainless steel plate. It found that plasma technology advancements could deliver the thicker cut and additional benefits as well.
- From The Fabricator
CNC supports plasma, waterjet, oxyfuel cutting methods
- Jan 30, 2013
- Product Release
Hypertherm has introduced EDGE® Pro Ti, a CNC designed with integrated drives, motors, and multiple torch height control interface options. It is suitable for small to medium-sized cutting tables and works with all plasma systems including the manufacturer’s Powermax®, HySpeed® HSD130™, and...
- From The Fabricator
Plasma cutters feature ergonomically designed torch
- Jan 23, 2013
- Product Release
Spectrum® X-TREME™ plasma cutters with XT torch from Miller Electric Mfg. Co. have been re-engineered to deliver more power. The torch features an ergonomic design with a thumb guide, finger grip contours, and no-slip grip. The 80-degree handle provides natural arm and elbow...
- From The Fabricator
Compressor manufacturer improves cutting process
- By Eric Lundin
- Jan 14, 2013
- Article
Compressor Systems Inc., a manufacturer of natural gas compressors and tanks, was having trouble keeping up with the growing demand for its products. A breakthrough in hydraulic fracturing (fracking) had made shale gas a economically viable, and prices were on the rise, so producers were ever busier. CSI’s four-axis pipe cutter machine was no longer adequate—the company relied on time-consuming manual cleanup of most holes the machine cut, so it sought a better machine that could provide weld-ready holes.
- From The Fabricator
Plasma cutters added to cost estimating software library
- Jan 4, 2013
- Product Release
MTI Systems has added high-definition plasma cutting machines to its Costimator® cost estimating software library, offering updates and laser cost-saving comparison options. The software now includes Hypertherm Hy-definition and Hy-performance plasma cutters in its library of 3,500 workcenters....
- From The Fabricator
Hypertherm acquires AccuStream waterjet products company
- Jan 3, 2013
- News Release
Hypertherm, a U.S.-based manufacturer of advanced cutting systems, has announced the acquisition of AccuStream, a Minnesota-based manufacturer of waterjet cutting products. "AccuStream's core values and focus on building reliable, highly precise cutting products makes the company a perfect fit for...
- From The Fabricator
Plasma systems enhanced with new technology
- Dec 6, 2012
- Product Release
Hypertherm has announced the release of the new True Bevel™ edge-profiling technology. It includes factory-tested mild steel cut charts for all of the company's HyPerformance® HPRXD® plasma systems. The cut charts contain parameters to help reduce the amount of time and effort...
- From The Fabricator
Hypertherm establishes rebate program for students, graduates
- Nov 30, 2012
- News Release
Hypertherm, a Hanover, N.H.-based metal cutting system manufacturer, has announced the launch of its new "American Built. Building America" educational rebate program. Current students or new graduates of a welding or metal fabrication program are eligible to receive up to $500 worth of VISA gift...
- From The Fabricator
Lincoln Electric acquires shape cutting and engineered systems businesses from ITT
- Nov 13, 2012
- News Release
Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc. has announced that it has acquired the Kaliburn, Burny, and Cleveland Motion Control (CMC) businesses from ITT Corp. Kaliburn is a designer and manufacturer of shape cutting solutions. Burny produces shape cutting control systems. CMC manufactures web tension...
- From The Welder
Victor Technologies realigns brand portfolio
- Nov 13, 2012
- News Release
Victor Technologies™ has announced that it has realigned its brand portfolio to position Victor® as the lead brand for cutting and gas control products. The company's line-up now consists of: Victor® Thermal Dynamics®, which encompasses manual and automated plasma cutting systems....
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