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Jet Edge Waterjets Featured on Modern Marvels: Under Pressure

2012-02-07T08:39:00.000-08:00

by Jet Edge

Jet Edge's waterjet technology was recently featured on the History Channel's Modern Marvels: Under Pressure.

Click Here to watch the video. Our portion begins at about 23:11.

Jet Edge on Modern Marvels Monday Jan. 30

2012-01-25T15:13:00.000-08:00

by Jet Edge

The HISTORY Channel’s Modern Marvels is featuring Jet Edge waterjets and Michael Waltrip Racing in its upcoming episode, “Under Pressure.” The show is set to air at 10 p.m. EST (9 p.m. CST), Monday, Jan. 30 on H2. The episode also will be posted on http://www.history.com/.

Few things could be under more pressure than a 90,000 psi industrial waterjet cutting machine and a NASCAR® team racing to get ready for the next green flag. That is why Modern Marvel’s production crew travelled to MWR’s shop in Cornelius, N.C., to shoot “Under Pressure,” an episode exploring all things done under pressure.

During the episode, Modern Marvels explores the science behind creating an extreme ultra-high pressure waterjet that can cut precise parts from virtually any material, and explains how MWR uses its Jet Edge X-Stream waterjet cutting machine to cut more than 1,000 parts for each of its racecars. The episode features interviews with Michael Wheeler, Jet Edge’s R&D engineer; Nick Hughes, MWR’s technical director; and Jeremy Vanderleest, MWR’s waterjet operator.

MWR builds about 56 cars per year, including the #55 Aaron’s Dream Machine Toyota Camry driven by Michael Waltrip and Mark Martin, the #56 NAPA AUTO PARTS Toyota Camry driven by Martin Truex Jr., and the #15 5-hour ENERGY Toyota Camry driven by Clint Bowyer.

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For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343). Follow us on Twitter @jetedge. For more information about Michael Waltrip Racing, visit http://www.michaelwaltripracing.com/.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjets are proudly made in the U.S.A.

Used Waterjet Cutting Equipment Posted on Jet Edge Website

2012-01-16T11:58:00.000-08:00

by Jet Edge

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjet and abrasivejet systems for precision cutting, coating removal and surface preparation, is now posting used waterjet equipment for sale on its website, www.jetedge.com.

Jet Edge’s used water jet equipment inventory includes ultra-high pressure water jet intensifier pumps, waterjet motion systems, waterjet parts and accessories, and mobile waterjet cleaning and cutting equipment. Jet Edge’s waterjet intensifier pumps feature a reliable tie-rod design. Many Jet Edge customers have more than 30,000-40,000 hours on waterjet pumps that are still going strong.

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About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting,
surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343). Follow us on Twitter @Jetedge.

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Jet Edge Offers Waterjet Training at Shanghai China Office

2011-12-16T14:28:00.000-08:00

by Jet Edge

Waterjet systems manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc., is now offering waterjet training and demonstration workshops at its local Shanghai office and showroom. Workshops are scheduled from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Feb. 22-24 and 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 18-20.

During the workshops, Jet Edge technical experts will demonstrate Jet Edge’s 6200 bar X-Stream waterjet cutting technology and will provide basic operation and applications training on a Jet Edge precision waterjet cutting system. Topics will include: X-Stream 6200 bar water jet cutting, precision cutting tips and techniques, mobile waterjet cutting, mobile surface preparation and blasting, hydro-demolition, and basic maintenance and repair of waterjet intensifier pumps.

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Jet Edge offers a wide range of precision water jet cutting systems, mobile waterjet cutters and surface preparation tools, including precision waterjet cutting machines, portable waterjet cutting systems, ultra-high pressure intensifier pumps, waterjetting tools and waterjet parts and accessories. Jet Edge has the widest range of waterjet pumps on the market, from 30-280hp, including 36KSI (2500 bar), 60KSI (4100 bar) and 90KSI (6200 bar) models. Electric and diesel pumps are available. Jet Edge also offers custom engineering and OEM integration support.

Based in St. Michael, Minnesota, U.S.A., Jet Edge has a sales, service and showroom office in Shanghai. For more information, visit http://www.jetedge.com/ or http://www.jetedge.cn/, or call +86-21-5868 2809/3678 or +1-763-497-8700.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops.

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Mercado Machinery Distributing Jet Edge Waterjets in Mexico

2011-11-30T13:42:00.000-08:00

by Jet Edge

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjets, is pleased to announce that Mercado Machinery is now distributing Jet Edge precision waterjet cutting systems in Mexico. The machine tool distributor has sales offices in Mexico City, Monterrey and Guadalajara.

Mercado Machinery carries Jet Edge’s full line of precision waterjet cutting equipment, including waterjet cutting machines and waterjet pumps. Jet Edge manufactures a wide range of water jet cutting systems, from 30”x30” to 30’x100’, and offers the widest range of intensifier pumps in the waterjet industry, including 36KSI, 60KSI and 90KSI pumps, 30-280hp, electric and diesel.

“We are very pleased to introduce Mercado Machinery as our new distributor for Mexico,” said Jude Lague, Jet Edge president. “Mercado shares our commitment to outstanding customer service. Their experienced sales and technical staff know the metalworking industry and can help our customers select the best machine for their application.”

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For more information about Mercado Machinery, visit www.mercadomachinery.com/hydra.html or call (55) 5567 2321 (Mexico City), 33 3121 8829 (Guadalajara) or 01 800 837 3001 (Monterrey).

For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com or call 763-497-8700 or 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

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About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting,
surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops.

Jet Edge Closed Nov. 24 and 25

2011-11-22T08:36:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge will be closed Nov. 24 and 25 for Thanksgiving.

If you have an emergency need for waterjet parts or waterjet service, please call our after-hours emergency cell phone at 612-963-0887.

We are very thankful for your business and wish you a happy Thanksgiving!

Find out more about Jet Edge waterjets at http://www.jetedge.com/.

Thank you, Veterans!

2011-11-11T12:35:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge wishes all of our veterans and service members a happy Veterans Day.

Thank you!

See Jet Edge Waterjets at FABTECH Next Week!

2011-11-09T13:37:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge will be exhibiting our latest waterjet technology at FABTECH next week in Chicago. Come see us in booth 2739.

During FABTECH, we will demonstrate our Mid Rail Gantry waterjet cutting system and 90KSI xP90-100 X-Stream waterjet intensifier pump.

Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry Waterjet System

Capable of producing complex parts out of virtually any material, the Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry waterjet cutting machine features an exposed tank that easily accommodates overhead loading. It comes standard with one abrasivejet cutting head; a second cutting head can be added to increase productivity. Optional mirroring capabilities make it possible to cut part cycle time in half.

The Mid Rail Gantry is ball-screw driven for higher accuracy. Its sturdy heavy-wall tubular steel construction eliminates vibration and increases longevity. The Mid Rail Gantry utilizes an industrial PC controller and can be configured so that all three axes are fully programmable (Z optional). It also features direct-couple AC brushless digital servo motors and single or double carriages. Critical bearing components are protected with heavy metal covers with brush seals and positive air pressure. The Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry waterjet machine is available in many sizes, including 5’x5’, 5’x13’, 8’x5’, 8’X13’, 13’x13’, 21’x5’, 21’X13’ and 24’x13’.

X-Stream Waterjet Intensifier Pumps

Jet Edge will exhibit its 100hp, 90KSI X-Stream xP90-100 waterjet intensifier pump. Jet Edge’s X-Stream pumps are capable of producing 90,000 psi and support 75,000 psi continuous operating pressure. The X-Stream achieves much faster cutting speeds and drastically lowers operating costs compared to traditional 60KSI water jet pumps, enabling users to increase productivity and reduce part costs.

The X-Stream produces 50% more pressure than a 60,000 psi intensifier pump, resulting in a 40-50% increase in productivity for many materials. Compared to a 60,000 psi pump, typical operating pressures of 75,000 psi use 30% less water, 30% less power, and up to 50% less abrasive, resulting in a 40% reduction in operating costs. The xP90-100 is capable of producing flow rates of 1.45gpm and supports up to a .017” orifice. Fittings and tubing are rated for 100KSI. The X-Stream is backed by nearly 10 years of extensive research and development in hyper-pressure technology. The X-Stream is also available in a 50hp model.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjets are proudly made in U.S.A.

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For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE or 763-497-8700. Follow us on Twitter @jetedge.

Free Waterjet Maintenance Training from Jet Edge

2011-11-04T11:57:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge has posted its 2012 Precision Waterjet Maintenance Training schedule on http://www.jetedge.com/. Classes are offered every other month at the water jet manufacturer's headquarters in St. Michael, MN.

Jet Edge's waterjet training is free for Jet Edge customers for as long as they own their waterjet machine!

Mobile waterjet training is scheduled upon request. We also can arrange water jet training at your facility for a fee.

2012 Schedule

January 10, 2012 - January 12, 2012
March 13, 2012 - March 15, 2012
May 8, 2012 - May 10, 2012
July 10, 2012 - July 12, 2012
September 11, 2012 - September 13, 2012
November 13, 2012 - November 15, 2012

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Water Jet Webinar Features Tips for Increasing Water Jet Cutting Productivity

2011-11-03T09:54:00.000-07:00

Watch Jet Edge's recent Fabricator webinar for tips on increasing your water jet cutting productivity and reducing operating costs!

During the webinar, learn how to get the most out of your precision waterjet cutting system by taking advantage of the latest innovations in waterjet technology. Topics include nesting, height sensing, mirroring, water jet pump selection, abrasive removal, abrasive recycling, closed-loop water filtration and much more!

Watch the Webinar:

http://media.thefabricator.com/Webcast-Form.cfm?MediaID=228#

Find out more about Jet Edge waterjets at www.jetedge.com.

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Water Jet Systems Manufacturer Jet Edge Exhibiting at 2011 China Aerospace and Aviation Technology Show

2011-10-13T12:50:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure water jet systems for precision cutting and surface preparation, will exhibit at the 2011 China Aerospace and Aviation Technology Show, Nov. 1-5 in Shanghai. Look for Jet Edge in the AMT Group Pavilion – Booths A09-A18, A39-A56, Hall N5, Shanghai New International Expo Center.

Jet Edge technical experts will be available to answer questions about Jet Edge’s precision water jet cutting and surface preparation equipment and its many applications in the aerospace industry. Interested participants can register to attend an upcoming free X-Stream waterjet application and operation training and demonstration workshop at Jet Edge’s local Shanghai office and showroom.

Jet Edge precision waterjets are used by aerospace suppliers and manufacturers to cut a wide range of materials, including titanium, phenolic resin, aluminum and composites. Jet Edge water jet surface preparation equipment has been used to remove coatings from aircraft engine components, and to remove coatings and rubber from airport runways.

Jet Edge offers a wide range of precision water jet cutting systems, mobile waterjet cutters and surface preparation tools, including precision waterjet cutting machines, portable waterjet cutting systems, ultra-high pressure intensifier pumps, waterjetting tools and waterjet parts and accessories. Jet Edge has the widest range of waterjet pumps on the market, from 25-280hp, including 36KSI (2500 bar), 60KSI (4100 bar) and 90KSI (6200 bar) models. Electric and diesel pumps are available. Jet Edge also offers custom engineering and OEM integration support.

Based in St. Michael, Minnesota, U.S.A., Jet Edge has a sales, service and showroom office in Shanghai. For more information, visit www.jetedge.com or www.jetedge.cn, or call +86-21-5868 2809/3678 or +1-763-497-8700.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops.

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Precision Waterjet Concepts Installs Second Jet Edge Waterjet Cutting System

2011-10-06T14:23:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge Inc. is pleased to announce that Precision Waterjet Concepts Inc. has installed a Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry water jet cutting system at its full-service 5-axis and 2-axis waterjet cutting facility in Northern Minnesota. The Mid Rail Gantry is the company’s second Jet Edge system. They also have two 5-axis waterjets.

With their new Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry system, Precision Waterjet Concepts can now cut large parts twice as fast thanks to the system’s dual abrasivejet cutting heads with mirroring capabilities. Powered by a 60KSI, 150hp Jet Edge iP60-150 waterjet intensifier pump, the Mid Rail Gantry is capable of processing materials up to 8’x13’. The system complements the company’s existing 5-axis waterjets which process materials up to 144" x 96" x 36”, and its workhorse Jet Edge High Rail Gantry System which features four abrasivejet cutting heads for high-volume cutting of materials up to 9’x13’. The High Rail Gantry also is powered by a Jet Edge iP60-150 pump.

An ISO9001:2008-certified company, Precision Waterjet Concepts serves a wide variety of customers nationwide and cuts virtually any material, specializing in AR Plating and titanium.

Precision Waterjet Concepts has grown an average of 20-30% each year since opening in 2002 and has had to relocate three times to accommodate its growth, said Joe Quaal, company president. In 2008, the company built a state-of-the-art 19,000 square foot headquarters in Pequot Lakes, Minn., designing it especially for the waterjet cutting process and for future growth.

Quaal attributes his company’s success to an overall increase in awareness about waterjet technology as well as to his company’s commitment to quality and its full-service solutions approach that includes CNC programming, intricate 3D cutting, high-volume 2D cutting, CMM inspection, final machining and welding. The company even machines its own 5-axis fixtures on a vertical machining center to ensure parts are cut to customer specification.

Precision Waterjet Concepts originally started as a 5-axis only shop, but added its first Jet Edge system in 2006 after determining that many customers also needed high-volume parts cutting services that were impractical on a 5-axis system.

“We chose Jet Edge for our 2-axis systems because they are easier to run and maintain than the competitor systems that we looked at, plus we were looking for a manufacturer in Minnesota that could get someone in here quick if there was a problem,” Quaal said. “We went with a Mid Rail Gantry for our second system because of the mirroring system and programmable head spacing. We cut a lot of extremely large parts and we can save a lot of time and money by mirroring. Fifty percent of the time, we are mirroring. The programmable head spacing also saves us 10-15 minutes per job on set up time.”

Quaal noted that Jet Edge’s mirroring system holds much tighter tolerances than competitor systems that he had considered.

“When we bought the second system, I got quotes from four companies and visited them all,” he said. “The Jet Edge’s tolerance was impressive. It met our specifications. The other machines that do mirroring don’t come back into spec. Some of them are off by .030” to .040”. You can’t have a step like that on a part. Their head spacing tolerance had too much slop.”

Quaal also noted that his Jet Edge intensifier pumps have been much less expensive to maintain than a competitor pump that powers his 5-axis systems.

“Our Jet Edge pumps cost 20% less to maintain than our other pump because the Jet Edge seals are less expensive. The seal life is similar, but we save $8,000 to $9,000 a year. The Jet Edge iP60-150s are the best thing on the market. I will keep putting them in.”

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For more information about Precision Waterjet Concepts, visit http://www.waterjetconcepts.com/ or call 218-568-5052.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

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About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Jet Edge Exhibiting 90,000 PSI Waterjets at FABTECH 2011

2011-08-19T12:35:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjet systems, will demonstrate its 90,000 psi water jet cutting technology at FABTECH, Nov. 14-17 in Chicago. Look for Jet Edge in booth 2739.

During FABTECH, Jet Edge will showcase several innovative precision waterjet cutting products, including its 90,000 psi (6,200 bar) X-Stream waterjet intensifier pumps and Mid Rail Gantry precision water jet cutting machine. Jet Edge technical experts will be available to answer questions about waterjet cutting applications.

Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry Waterjet System
Capable of producing complex parts out of virtually any material, the Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry waterjet cutting machine features an exposed tank that easily accommodates overhead loading. It comes standard with one abrasivejet cutting head; a second cutting head can be added to increase productivity. Optional mirroring capabilities make it possible to cut part cycle time in half.

The Mid Rail Gantry is ball-screw driven for higher accuracy. Its sturdy heavy-wall tubular steel construction eliminates vibration and increases longevity. The Mid Rail Gantry utilizes an industrial PC controller and can be configured so that all three axes are fully programmable (Z optional). It also features direct-couple AC brushless digital servo motors and single or double carriages. Critical bearing components are protected with heavy metal covers with brush seals and positive air pressure. The Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry waterjet machine is available in many sizes, including 5’x5’, 5’x13’, 8’x5’, 8’X13’, 13’x13’, 21’x5’, 21’X13’ and 24’x13’.

X-Stream Waterjet Intensifier Pumps
Jet Edge will exhibit its 100hp, 90KSI X-Stream xP90-100 waterjet intensifier pump. Jet Edge’s X-Stream pumps are capable of producing 90,000 psi and support 75,000 psi continuous operating pressure. The X-Stream achieves much faster cutting speeds and drastically lowers operating costs compared to traditional 60KSI water jet pumps, enabling users to increase productivity and reduce part costs.

The X-Stream produces 50% more pressure than a 60,000 psi intensifier pump, resulting in a 40-50% increase in productivity for many materials. Compared to a 60,000 psi pump, typical operating pressures of 75,000 psi use 30% less water, 30% less power, and up to 50% less abrasive, resulting in a 40% reduction in operating costs. The xP90-100 is capable of producing flow rates of 1.45gpm and supports up to a .017” orifice. Fittings and tubing are rated for 100KSI. The X-Stream is backed by nearly 10 years of extensive research and development in hyper-pressure technology. The X-Stream is also available in a 50hp model.

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting,
surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjets are proudly made in U.S.A.

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For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE or 763-497-8700. Follow us on Twitter @jetedge.

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Jet Edge Exhibiting at 2nd Annual China Aircraft Development Summit

2011-08-05T06:48:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge is exhibiting at the 2nd Annual China Aircraft Development Summit, Sept. 22-23 in Tianjin, China.

During the summit, Jet Edge technical experts will be available to answer questions about our precision water jet cutting and surface preparation equipment and its many applications in the aerospace industry.

Jet Edge precision waterjets are used by aerospace suppliers and manufacturers to cut a wide range of materials, including titanium, phenolic resin, aluminum and composites. Jet Edge water jet surface preparation equipment has been used to remove coatings from aircraft engine components, and to remove coatings and rubber from airport runways.

Jet Edge offers a wide range of precision water jet cutting systems, mobile waterjet cutters and surface preparation tools, including precision waterjet cutting machines, portable waterjet cutting systems, ultra-high pressure intensifier pumps, waterjetting tools and waterjet parts and accessories. Jet Edge has the widest range of waterjet pumps on the market, from 25-280hp, including 36KSI (2500 bar), 60KSI (4100 bar) and 90KSI (6200 bar) models. Electric and diesel pumps are available. Jet Edge also offers custom engineering and OEM integration support.

Based in St. Michael, Minnesota, U.S.A., Jet Edge has a sales, service and showroom office in Shanghai.

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About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops.

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5'x13' Water Jet Table Ideal for Machine Shops, Fabricators, Stone & Tile Shops

2011-08-04T13:13:00.000-07:00

We proudly introduce the new Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry Model MR513 water jet cutting machine!

Capable of processing material up to 5'x13', the Mid Rail Gantry Model MR513 water jet cutting machine is sized especially for fabricators, machine shops and stone and tile shops. It cuts complex parts from virtually any material without creating a heat-affected zone (HAZ).

The Mid Rail Gantry comes standard with one abrasivejet cutting head. A second cutting head can be added to increase productivity. Optional mirroring makes it possible to cut large parts twice as fast. Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry waterjet systems are available in a wide range of work envelopes, from 5'x5' to 24'x13'.

Mid Rail Gantry water jets utilize an industrial PC controller and can be configured so that all three axes are fully programmable (Z optional). They feature direct-couple AC brushless digital servo motors and single or double carriages. Critical bearing components are protected with heavy metal covers with brush seals.

The Mid Rail Gantry is powered by a Jet Edge waterjet intensifier pump. Jet Edge has the widest range of waterjet pumps on the market, from 25-280hp, including 36KSI (2500 bar), 60KSI (4100 bar) and 90KSI (6200 bar) models. Electric and diesel pumps are available.

Jet Edge's Mid Rail Gantry Waterjet System is proudly made in the U.S.A.

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Jet Edge Exhibiting 90,000 PSI Waterjet Technology at CMTS 2011

2011-08-01T11:21:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure water jet systems, will demonstrate its 90,000 psi water jet cutting technology at the Canadian Manufacturing Technology Show (CMTS) Oct. 17-20 in Toronto. Look for Jet Edge in the Elliott-Matsuura Canada Inc. booth 2216.

During CMTS, Jet Edge will showcase several innovative precision waterjet cutting products, including its 90,000 psi (6,200 bar) X-Stream waterjet intensifier pumps and Mid Rail Gantry precision water jet cutting machine. Jet Edge technical experts will be available to answer questions about waterjet cutting applications.

Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry Waterjet System

Capable of producing complex parts out of virtually any material, the Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry water jet cutting machine features an exposed tank that easily accommodates overhead loading. It comes standard with one abrasivejet cutting head; a second cutting head can be added to increase productivity. Optional mirroring capabilities make it possible to cut part cycle time in half.

The Mid Rail Gantry is ball-screw driven for higher accuracy. Its sturdy heavy-wall tubular steel construction eliminates vibration and increases longevity. The Mid Rail Gantry utilizes an industrial PC controller and can be configured so that all three axes are fully programmable (Z optional). It also features direct-couple AC brushless digital servo motors and single or double carriages. Critical bearing components are protected with heavy metal covers with brush seals and positive air pressure. The Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry waterjet machine is available in many sizes, including 5’x5’, 5’x13’, 8’x5’, 8’X13’, 13’x13’, 21’x5’, 21’X13’ and 24’x13’.

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X-Stream Waterjet Intensifier Pumps

Jet Edge will exhibit its 90,000 psi 100hp xP90-100 X-Stream waterjet intensifier pump. Available in a 50hp model and 100hp mode, Jet Edge’s X-Stream intensifier pumps support 75,000 psi continuous operating pressure. The X-Stream achieves much faster cutting speeds and drastically lowers operating costs compared to traditional 60,000 psi pumps, enabling users to increase productivity and reduce part costs.

The X-Stream produces 50% more pressure than a 60,000 psi intensifier pump, resulting in a 40-50% increase in productivity for many materials. Compared to a 60,000 psi pump, typical operating pressures of 75,000 psi use 30% less water, 30% less power, and up to 50% less abrasive, resulting in a 40% reduction in operating costs. The xP90-50 is capable of producing flow rates of 0.7 gpm and supports up to a .011” orifice. The xP90-100 is capable of producing flow rates of 1.45gpm and supports up to a .017” orifice. Fittings and tubing are rated for 100KSI. The X-Stream is backed by nearly 10 years of extensive research and development in hyper-pressure technology.

Specifications and Videos

About Jet Edge Waterjets

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops

For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 763-497-8700.

Elliott-Matsuura Canada Inc. is Jet Edge’s exclusive Canadian distributor. For more information about Elliott-Matsuura Canada Inc., visit http://www.elliottmachinery.com/ or call 905-829-2211.

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China Steel of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario Installs Massive 24’x13’ 90KSI Jet Edge Waterjet Cutting Machine

2011-07-27T07:46:00.000-07:00

China Steel, a custom fabrication and machine shop in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, recently added a massive 90KSI Jet Edge waterjet cutting machine capable of cutting virtually any material up to 24’x13’.

With its 100hp 90KSI Jet Edge X-Stream powered system, China Steel (pronounced “keena”) can cut parts up to 50% faster than waterjet shops with standard 60KSI waterjets. They also can cut large parts twice as fast with dual abrasivejet cutting heads with mirroring capabilities.

Established in the late 1950s, China Steel continues to be owned and operated by the China family, which traces its proud metalworking heritage to early 19th Century blacksmiths and metalworkers in Friuli, Italy. Under President Fred China and brother Vice President Carlo China’s direction, China Steel has grown to become a diversified and technologically advanced metalworking plant with sales worldwide.

The multi-disciplined ISO 9001:2008-registered shop offers many metalworking services, including CNC and conventional machining, milling, turning, boring, bending, cutting, rolling, pipe processing, robotic welding and much more. It manufactures a wide range of custom products, including fabricated plate products, structural steel, decorative metalwork and machined parts. Its diverse projects have included everything from decorative staircases to locomotive underframes to dozens of parts for the U.S. Army Stryker armored vehicles to stainless steel dewatering wheels for steel mills in the Ukraine and India.

China Steel has always kept a sharp competitive edge by diversifying their products and services and by continually investing in the latest technology, explained Carlo China.

“In order to stay in business, you have to be diversified and keep up with technology,” Carlo noted. “If you don’t keep up with technology, you might as well put a lock on the door.”

It was the company’s belief in diversification and technology that compelled them to purchase not just a waterjet system, but to invest in one of the largest and most powerful waterjets available.

“We were looking at lasers and plasmas, but the waterjet is more versatile,” Carlo recalled. “It has higher precision and is capable of cutting thicker diverse materials, plus it’s environmentally friendly and there’s no heat distortion. You cut a part and it fits. With Oxy, plasma and laser you are limited to what you can cut. Waterjet is open ended.

“We went with the 90,000 psi system because it gives us the cutting horsepower that we need, and we went with the large table because we have a diversified shop and many of the parts we cut are of significant size. One of the parts we cut is 22 feet. That’s why we went with 24 feet. Our machine can also cut very small parts and that really impresses people when you can hold up a tiny part. They say, ‘wow, you cut that on that big machine.’”

The Chinas decided to buy a Jet Edge after meeting the water jet manufacturer’s Elliott-Matsuura Canada representative Robert Miller, who they instantly took a liking to. Elliott-Matsuura Canada is Jet Edge’s exclusive Canadian distributor.

“We looked at other manufacturers, but we really liked Robert Miller,” Carlo said. “He’s got a personality and he’s very knowledgeable. He has owned a machine shop so we speak the same language.”

Only a week after installing their Jet Edge, China Steel was already busy processing parts and contemplating more and more diverse applications for their waterjet system.

“The waterjet opens up a whole new world for us because there are so many things you are able to do,” Carlo noted. “You start thinking ‘wow, we could do this or we could do that.’”

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For more information about China Steel, visit http://www.china-steel.com/ or call 705-942-3200.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or 763-497-8700.

For more information about Elliott-Matsuura Canada, visit http://www.elliottmachinery.com/ or call 905-829-2211.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Waterjet Webinar Oct. 26 on thefabricator.com!

2011-07-13T13:29:00.000-07:00

Don't miss our webinar, "Waterjet Cutting: Tips for Increasing Productivity and Reducing Costs,"
1 p.m. CST, Wednesday, October 26, 2011 on http://www.thefabricator.com/!

During this informative presentation, you will learn how to get the most out of your precision waterjet cutting system by taking advantage of the latest innovations in waterjet technology!

In this Webinar, we will discuss the benefits of 90KSI waterjet cutting VS 60KSI cutting, advancements in nesting software and motion systems, and going green to save some green with garnet removal/recycling and closed-loop water filtration.

***CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!***

Meet Our Presenters:

Jeff Schibley, Jet Edge Great Lakes Regional Manager

Successful Waterjet Sales Professional. 25 years experienced in technical equipment applications, Waterjet Systems and Service with Leading Suppliers Waterjet Equipment. Skilled at working with customers to identify their manufacturing requirements, define relevant solutions, assisting with ROI and financial justification. Industries include automotive tier 1&2, B2B, agriculture, aerospace, waterjet cutting, automation, robotic welding, robotic sealing, medical device, plastics, tool and die, metal service centers, pulp and paper, and food.

Bradley Schwartz, Jet Edge Pacific Regional Manager

Waterjet Technology Enthusiast-Regional Sales Manager with application experience since 1987 in the waterjet industry with a degree in robotics. Specialized in factory production/automation, emerging technologies, custom applications and software development. Industries ranging from aerospace, government, shipyard and mobile applications.

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See Jet Edge live waterjet cutting demos at FABTECH Nov. 14-17, Chicago!

Waterjet Manufacturer Jet Edge Closed July 4

2011-07-01T07:03:00.000-07:00

Waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge will be closed Monday, July 4, for Independence Day.

For emergency waterjet parts and service, please call our after-hours emergency cell phone at 612-963-0887.

Happy 4th of July!

Find out more about Jet Edge waterjets at www.jetedge.com.

Upcoming Precision Waterjet Maintenance Training Classes at Jet Edge

July 12, 2011 - July 14, 2011

September 13, 2011 - September 15, 2011

November 8, 2011 - November 10, 2011

Info/Register: http://www.jetedge.com/content.cfm?fuseaction=dsp_training

Training is free for Jet Edge customers.

Use Waterjets - We have Added to our Inventory!

Please visit http://www.jetedge.com/content.cfm?fuseaction=dsp_sales_used to see our latest offerings.

JACQUET Mid Atlantic Installs 4th Jet Edge Waterjet

2011-06-22T14:31:00.000-07:00

Waterjet systems manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc. is pleased to announce that JACQUET Mid Atlantic has added a fourth Jet Edge water jet cutting machine at its metal processing facility in Pottstown, Pa. The Mid Rail Gantry system is JACQUET’s ninth Jet Edge waterjet nationwide.

JACQUET Mid Atlantic’s newest waterjet cutting machine is capable of cutting materials up to 21’x13’. It features two abrasivejet cutting heads with mirroring capabilities to cut large parts twice as fast. Powered by a 100hp, 60,000 psi water jet intensifier pump, the system features independent programmable Z carriages, programmable height sensing, a submerged cutting package, closed-loop water filtration, and a garnet removal system.

A subsidiary of Jacquet Metals of Lyon Saint Priest, France, JACQUET Mid Atlantic is one of five JACQUET metal service centers in North America. The company also has service centers in Charlotte, Houston, Racine, Wis., and Irvine, Calif.

JACQUET specializes in supplying and processing stainless steel and nickel alloys for OEMS, fabricators and machine shops that support primarily the oil and gas, power generation, pollution control systems and water purification industries. JACQUET’s North American service centers provide waterjet and plasma part cutting. The company stocks 19 different grades of stainless steel and nickel alloy plates in a wide variety of sizes and thicknesses.

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JACQUET Mid Atlantic
www.myjacquet.com
(484)945-1075

Jet Edge
www.jetedge.com
1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343)
+1-763-497-8700

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About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

TECHJET distributing Jet Edge Water Jet Pumps in Poland

2011-06-08T09:58:00.001-07:00

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjets for precision cutting, coating removal and surface preparation, is pleased to announce that TECHJET is now distributing Jet Edge waterjet pumps in Poland.

Located in Malbork, TECHJET carries Jet Edge’s full line of ultra-high pressure water jet pumps for precision cutting, mobile cutting and surface preparation, including 2,500 bar, 4,100 bar and 6,200 bar models, electric and diesel, from 20-280hp. In addition to supplying Jet Edge pumps, TECHJET also offers precision waterjet cutting tables, waterjet parts and service.

“We are excited to bring TECHJET on as our distributor for Poland,” said Jet Edge President Jude Lague. “TECHJET shares our commitment to customer satisfaction, innovation and continuous improvement. Their extensive knowledge of the waterjet cutting process is invaluable in helping customers select the right machine for their application.”

TECHJET owner Adam Cegielski noted that Jet Edge’s innovative X-Stream pump technology coupled with TECHJET’s economical motion systems will give cost-conscious customers a unique opportunity to access the productivity gains of 6,200 bar cutting within a budget they can afford.

"With JET EDGE’s cutting edge 6,200 bar pumps and TECHJET’s economical waterjet machines, our customers now have access to both the latest and most economical technology,” he said. “It will be a veritable revolution in Poland."

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For more information about TECHJET, visit http://www.techjet.eu, call +48 55 273 52 78 or e-mail techjet@jetedge.com.

For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com, call +1 763-497-8726 or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

International Distributorship Opportunities Available!
For more information about international distributorship opportunities with Jet Edge, contact Dave Anderson, International Sales Manager, at +1 763 497 8718, DaveaATjetedge.com, or visit www.jetedge.com.

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops.

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Jet Edge Introduces New 150HP 60KSI Waterjet Intensifier Pump

2011-05-12T09:02:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge, Inc. is pleased to introduce the new 150hp, 60,000 psi iP60-150 waterjet intensifier pump. The Jet Edge iP60-150 water jet pump is capable of producing up to 3 gallons per minute (11.4 l/min) of ultra-high pressure water for precision water jet cutting and UHP surface preparation applications. It supports orifices up to .025” (.64 mm) and features dual intensifier systems.

The iP60-150 includes numerous design improvements, including an efficient kidney loop hydraulic cooling and filtration system, an anti-corrosive interior coated hydraulic reservoir, easy-to-remove lift-off covers, and touch-screen controls. The pump’s motor drive assembly has been mounted on an isolation system to reduce noise and vibration.

Like all Jet Edge waterjet pumps, the iP60-150 features Jet Edge’s reliable tie-rod design. This design has no threaded cylinder, no threaded end caps, and no threaded hydraulic cylinder, making it less prone to cracking than threaded designs. Jet Edge water jet pumps feature hydraulic accumulators, which reduce wear on the hydraulic pump, and a rugged hydraulic center section which incorporates high-duty cycle-rated piston seal and wear rings. Jet Edge’s hydraulic systems have a 4,000-hour warranty. Jet Edge water jet pumps also feature attenuators which smooth pressure fluctuations and deliver a constant and steady stream of UHP water to the cutting tool, ensuring optimal cut quality.

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For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, call 763-497-8700 or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjets are proudly made in the U.S.A.

Waterjet Manufacturer Jet Edge Appoints Area Manager for Shanghai Office

2011-03-29T09:27:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge, Inc. is pleased to announce that Haihong (Samuel) Song has been appointed area manager for the water jet manufacturer’s new sales office in Shanghai, China.

Mr. Song is responsible for developing Jet Edge’s business presence in China’s rapidly growing manufacturing market. He will directly oversee Jet Edge’s Shanghai office, coordinating all sales activities, managing sales personnel and distributors, and developing a key customer base.

Jet Edge customers will benefit from Mr. Song’s extensive engineering and waterjet industry background as well as from his expertise in 3D waterjet application.

Mr. Song is a graduate of the Shanghai Institute of Electric Power, where he majored in electrical automation. He speaks fluent English and German as second languages.

Mr. Song can be contacted at SongH@jetedge.com, +86-21-5868 2809/3678 or Haihong.song - Skype.

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For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, call +1-763-497-8700 or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

Christian Art Studio Waterjets Artwork in Stone, Metals, Lumicor® Resin Panels

2011-02-14T11:39:00.000-08:00

In a unique fusion of faith, artistry and manufacturing technology, Living Water Studios of Kent, Wash., has found an enduring new purpose for its parent company’s industrial water jet cutting machines. These high-tech machines, which normally are abuzz cutting titanium aircraft parts and other components at the Pegasus Northwest water jet shop, have found a second calling sharing the water jet company’s Christian faith through stunning works of art.

Sequestered in a quiet loft not far from Pegasus Northwest’s five pulsing Jet Edge waterjet cutting machines, Living Water Studios is a surprising respite within an otherwise bustling manufacturing facility. The Christian art studio opened in late 2009, the inspiration of Pegasus Northwest President Tim Schober, who wanted to share his faith through artistic signs fashioned from a sister company’s unique architectural resin product, Lumicor®. Lumicor is a translucent material made from R4 recycled resins that incorporates natural elements such as leaves, reeds, grass, silks, metal and glass as an inter layer.

Living Water Studios makes its Lumicor signs by cutting small panels out of Lumicor, which is pre-drilled on the waterjet to prevent delamination, then hand cut with a router. To minimize material waste, the studio uses pieces of Lumicor that have been salvaged from flawed panels, cutting around the flaws. It uses a vinyl plotter to apply Christian sayings or humorous expressions to the surface in vinyl lettering, creating works of art that appeal to the eye as well as to the soul or funny bone.

Since launching its initial Lumicor products, Living Water’s creative team has expanded its product line under the artistic direction of designer Konstantin Voyevodin. The studio now offers “Statements in Stone” rock art that has been “chiseled” in stone by a 60,000 psi computer-controlled waterjet cutter as well as metal artwork that breathes new life to remnant material from the water jet shop that otherwise might have been scrapped.

Nothing is wasted in the waterjet shop, not even the worn-out work surface slats from the waterjets themselves, says Ron Palstring, general manager of Pegasus Northwest and Living Water Studios. Living Water Studios has cleverly repurposed its waterjet slats as rusted metal artwork, saving them from the scrap bin.

“We have been doing a lot of experimenting here,” Palstring noted. “It’s amazing what you can come up with when you have five brains working on it. We have a lot of customers who like the look of rusted metal, so the slats were a perfect choice. We took a look at a few designs, made some samples, and everyone loved them!”

Palstring credits waterjet technology for allowing Living Water Studios unlimited artistic possibilities.

"The waterjet is limitless,” he said. “We can design Statements in Stone rock art that weighs 50 pounds and is 1foot long or we can get creative and use 500 pounds rocks that are 5 feet long. It is because of the waterjet that we are able to create unique products that you cannot find anywhere else.”

Living Water Studios artwork is available at http://www.livingwaterstudios.com/. The company also sells its products at Christian gift shows around the country and plans to sell through retail stores and churches as it continues to grow. Its recycled water jet slat artwork will be available soon on www.amazon.com.

Find Out More

Living Water Studios - http://www.livingwaterstudios.com/ or call 253-398-2122

Pegasus Northwest - http://www.pegasusnw.com/ or call 253-854-5451

Lumicor® - http://www.lumicor.com/ or call 1-888-LUMICOR (586-4267)

Jet Edge - http://www.jetedge.com/ or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343)

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A.

Water Jet Contractor AK Services Cuts 55-Inch Access in Nuclear Waste Storage Tank to Speed Cleanup of Radioactive Waste from Manhattan Project, Cold War

2011-02-10T14:44:00.000-08:00

Water jet contractor AK Services made history recently by cutting the largest-ever access hole in an active U.S. Department of Energy radioactive waste storage tank at the DOE’s Hanford Site in southeastern Washington. The Boston-area water jet contractor cut a 55-inch diameter hole in the top of the underground tank to allow for the installation of a robotic system that will remove 247,000 gallons of radioactive and chemical waste stored in the tank during the Manhattan Project and Cold War so it can be vitrified for safer storage.

Battling freezing temperatures and the challenges of running remote-controlled ultra-high pressure water jet equipment from a 300-foot distance, AK Services used a specially engineered abrasive water jet cutting machine to make the huge cut through 15 inches of concrete and steel rebar in just 22 hours. They performed the cut at 8 inches per hour using an abrasivejet of garnet grit mixed with 3 gallons per minute of water pressurized to 48,000 psi with a Jet Edge waterjet intensifier pump.

The finished cut is the culmination of more than a year of careful planning and preparation by AK Services and Hanford Site Tank Farms prime contractor Washington River Protection Solutions to ensure worker safety and protection of the environment, said Kent Smith, WRPS deputy manager of retrieval and closure operations.

AK Services spent a year developing the water jet cutting system for the project and testing different abrasives to get consistent data for rate of advance and garnet usage, said Carl Franson, AK Services vice president of operations.

“The motion device had to be specially developed to secure itself inside a 75-inch steel riser and cut a 55-inch hole,” Franson explained. “We also needed to be able to level the motion device to make sure it did not drag the abrasivejet focusing tubes on the concrete surface.”

AK Services engineered a three-piece stainless steel motion system with two circles separated by guide bushings with a ring gear in the middle. The ring gear features four redundant Jet Edge High Flow Abrasivejet cutting heads in case of failure and is driven by a set of reduction gears and a drive motor to achieve the proper cutting rate. Pneumatically actuated rams are placed on the sides and bottom to level and secure the system.

“We were able to do the entire cut with the one lead cutting head,” Franson noted. “We used a Jet Edge High Flow Abrasivejet cutting head with a Roctec 100 focusing tube rather than the standard tungsten carbide and we ordered diamond orifices from Jet Edge to ensure the longest life possible.”

Once the system was in place, the cut itself was easy according to Franson, though not without challenges.

“The biggest challenge was running the equipment from 300 feet away,” he said. “The tank top is in a radiation area and entry to the area is regulated to the extent that anything that enters the tank farm must be scanned and cleared prior to being released out of the fenced-in restricted area. The pumps and control systems had to be outside of the restricted area to ensure they did not become contaminated with radiation and then becoming the property of the DOE. We also had the added challenge of winter weather, so we installed air dryers and used air line antifreeze to keep the system from freezing up. The UHP lines were kept running, but as the temperatures dropped, we blew them out with air.”

After the concrete plug was lifted from the tank, it was immediately wrapped in a plastic sleeve to prevent spread of contamination and then was placed in an isolated area where it is being staged for disposal at the Hanford Site. A large riser was placed in the hole to support the robotic retrieval system. According to the DOE, the riser has a shield plug bolted to its opening and thick gasket material around its outside to seal the hole. The DOE plans to begin retrieving waste from the tank this summer. The tank is one of more than 100 similar underground tanks that the DOE is cleaning out as part of its environmental cleanup effort at the Hanford Site, which was once home to nine nuclear reactors that produced plutonium for the Manahattan Project and the U.S. nuclear arsenal. Hanford is considered the most contaminated nuclear site in the U.S.

More Information

For more information about AK Services, visit http://www.akservices.com/ or call 617-884-9252.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or 763-497-8700.

Pacific Northwest Water Jet Shop Pegasus Northwest Bucks Recession with 57% Sales Increase Since 2007

2011-01-27T14:08:00.000-08:00

The “Great Recession” has been no match for Pegasus Northwest of Kent, Wash. The Boeing-certified industrial water jet cutting shop has increased sales by 57% since 2007, keeping its five Jet Edge water jet cutting machines humming 20 hours a day weekdays and 12 hours a day weekends.

Established in 1970, Pegasus Northwest has built a thriving business using computer-controlled 60,000 psi water jets to cut parts from virtually any material up to 14” thick for a wide variety of industries, including military, marine, automotive, architectural and aerospace. It counts Boeing among its major longtime customers, and credits the aerospace manufacturer for inspiring it to enter the precision water jet cutting market in 1997.

Pegasus Northwest General Manager Ron Palstring attributes his company’s stunning success throughout the recession to its decision to invest in its quality program and greatly increase sales and marketing efforts.

While other businesses went into bunker mode, Pegasus Northwest took the initiative to become the first AS9100-certified company in Washington and hired a full-time sales and marketing manager to drum up new business. As a result, the water jet company is running at 70% capacity and has even installed two additional Jet Edge water jet cutting machines to keep up with demand.

“Currently Pegasus is the only AS9100-certified company in the state of Washington,” Palstring noted. “Boeing is a big part of our business, and we knew if we could become certified it would be to our advantage. The price tag for such certification was over $30,000 plus a lot of hard work from our quality manager and the entire staff. We have to pass annual audits and follow strict rules and procedures.”

Pegasus’s commitment to its quality program and experience meeting stringent aerospace industry performance requirements have helped it grow into one of the largest water jet shops in the Pacific Northwest, Palstring added, emphasizing that the company adheres to the same quality control practices for all of its customers as it does for Boeing.

“We are known for our quality and three-day turnaround,” he said. “We can hold tight tolerances, ± .005” in most cases and sometimes even tighter depending on the material. We can cut thick materials and only leave +.060” excess per side, and we have drills mounted on our waterjets so we can pre-drill sensitive materials such as composites. We also invest in diamond water jet orifices. The diamond heads last us approximately six months and gain us efficiency, accuracy and increased nozzle life.”

Palstring is quick to point out that his company’s decision to invest in consistently accurate Jet Edge water jets has not only given them an edge on quality, but also has won them Boeing’s confidence to calibrate their own machines.

“Boeing approved and qualified our Jet Edge machines because of their consistency in accuracy,” he said. “We did this by collecting data for quarterly ball bar and laser calibrations over the past two years. Now Pegasus has authorization to ball bar and laser our own machines per our quality procedures. This is a huge time and cost saver.”

The Jet Edge machines’ accuracy also helps Pegasus keep pricing competitive because it is able to cut parts net to customers’ specifications, Palstring added.

“We can offer this because of our machine accuracy and skilled machine operators,” he explained. “All of our water jet operators control their cutter compensation and manage the tool wear (nozzle life).”

Pegasus’s Jet Edge water jet tables include a 12’x14’ with two heads and a drill, a 12’X8’ with two heads and a drill, a 6’X10’ with four heads and a drill, an 8’X10’ with four heads, and a 6’X10’ with two heads. Some of its machines have seen more than 10 years of service, including the 18-year-old 6’x10’ system. The water jets are powered by a 50hp, 100hp and three 150hp waterjet pumps. All five machines are plumbed to each pump to prevent downtime.

“I’m happy I went with Jet Edge and would purchase another machine if needed,” Palstring said. “I like our Jet Edges so much that I even offer tours of our facility to their prospective customers who are not direct competitors. Jet Edge has excellent machine accuracy and reliability as well as pump and seal life, and I love that its systems have main Z and sub Z motors for individually controlling each water jet nozzle. Jet Edge also has excellent customer service and tech support, plus a knowledgeable local sales rep and engineering staff.”

More Information

For more information about Pegasus Northwest, visit http://www.pegasusnw.com/ or call 253-854-5451.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or 763-497-8700.

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ECUBE 6200 Intelligent Water Jet Pump Finalist for Pump Industry Award

2011-01-24T12:13:00.000-08:00

The ECUBE 6200 intelligent water jet pump has been name a finalist for the 2011 Pump Industry Awards Environmental Contribution of the Year Award!

VOTE FOR ECUBE!
You can vote for the ECUBE at http://www.pumpindustryawards.com/?page_id=897. Votes are due by Feb. 25. See voting rules.

About the ECUBE 6200Compared to hydraulic water jet intensifier pumps, the ECUBE intelligent pump uses 30% less electricity, has 80% fewer components, and does not require cooling water (comparable hydraulic pump uses 2.5 gpm without closed-loop filtration system) or hydraulic fluid (comparable hydraulic pump requires 45 gallons). At 6200 bar, ECUBE uses 50% less abrasive than a 4100 bar water jet pump.

For more information about Jet Edge water jets, visit www.jetedge.com.

Water Jet Manufacturer Jet Edge Opens New Sales Office in China

2011-01-19T13:45:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure industrial water jet systems for precision cutting, coating removal and surface preparation, is pleased to announce the opening of its new water jet sales, service and showroom office in Shanghai, China.

Jet Edge’s China office will allow the Minnesota USA-based manufacturer to directly supply and support local customers with service and training facilities, a water jet equipment demonstration showroom, and a water jet parts warehouse.

“We are very excited to begin offering direct sales and support of Jet Edge water jet technology to China’s rapidly modernizing manufacturing companies,” said Jude Lague, Jet Edge president. “We are committed to continually growing our business presence in China, and having a direct presence in Shanghai is an essential first step in demonstrating our commitment to our valued China-based customers. The location of Jet Edge’s Shanghai Office, at GMT +8, will greatly improve our sales and technical service support capabilities to all of our Asia Pacific region distributors and customers. Their ability to receive information and speak with a Jet Edge employee directly during their normal business day has been made much easier.”

For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or +1-763-497-8700.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A.

See the Latest Waterjetting Innovations at Underwater Intervention!

2010-12-17T12:36:00.000-08:00

Water jet technology companies Jet Edge and Chukar Waterjet will showcase the latest innovations in portable and undersea ultra-high pressure water jet cutting and water blasting technology at Underwater Intervention, Feb. 22-24 in New Orleans. Look for Jet Edge and Chukar in Booth 139.

As leaders in the ultra-high pressure waterjet industry, waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge and its applications partner Chukar Waterjet have developed numerous water jetting tools crucial to the underwater operations, workboat and shipyard industries, including undersea waterjetting equipment, portable water jet cutting machines, precision water jet cutting systems, ultra-high pressure water blasting tools, and electric and diesel-powered water jet intensifier pumps. Most recently, in emergency response to the Gulf oil spill, the two companies partnered to develop the first-known waterjet intensifier pump capable of operating at depths below 5,000 feet. BP used the subsea waterjetting system to blast away hydrates that were clogging a containment system.

See video and read more about our Gulf Oil Spill Response.

During Underwater Intervention, Jet Edge and Chukar will display several water jet tools that are ideal for use in environmentally sensitive marine environments or potentially hazardous areas, including the Jet Edge Hydraulic Versacutter portable linear and pipe cutting system; Gyra Jet LP ultra-high pressure lance for surface preparation, coating and corrosion removal; Ultra Deckblaster walk-behind deck blasting system for removing coatings and corrosion; and the 80hp 60,000 psi iP60-80DS diesel-powered portable water jet intensifier pump. Technical experts from Jet Edge and Chukar Waterjet will be available to answer questions about water jet applications.

Commercialization Partner Sought for Subsea Waterjet Equipment

Jet Edge and Chukar Waterjet are seeking an existing underwater operations technology company with which they can partner to bring their undersea waterjetting equipment to the commercial market. For more information, contact Bruce Kivisto at Chukar Waterjet at 763-497-8731 or brucek@chukarwaterjet.com.

Water Jet Equipment on Display at Underwater Intervention:

Jet Edge iP60-80DS Diesel-Powered Waterjet Intensifier Pump
Jet Edge’s iP60-80DS diesel-powered water jet pump is capable of producing up to 1.35 gpm (5.1 L/m) of ultra-high pressure water for mobile water jet cutting applications, and is especially suited for cold cutting in environments where heat and flames are restricted. The iP60-80DS is powered by a reliable four-cylinder Cummins turbocharged diesel engine and is designed for portability and ease of maintenance. A 36,000 psi conversion kit is available.

Hydraulic Versacutter
Jet Edge’s Hydraulic Versacutter is a portable abrasivejet cutting and beveling system. Rigid and flexible tracks allow the Hydraulic Versacutter to operate on flat or curved surfaces. The system is used in a variety of cutting applications including pipelines, steel reinforced concrete, reactor vessels and fabricated metal structures. It is especially suited for cutting in hazardous zones where flames and heat are restricted. It is powered by a Jet Edge water jet intensifier pump.

Gyra Jet LP
Jet Edge’s Gyra Jet LP is a rotating hand-held water blasting tool that directs up to 55,000 psi (3,800 bar) UHP water for water jet surface preparation, industrial cleaning, coating removal, and concrete demolition. Typical applications are removal of damaged surfaces, preparation for recoating or painting, and stripping corrosion and over-spray. The Gyra Jet uses much less water than a typical pressure washer and, unlike sandblasting, it does not create hazardous airborne dust. It is powered by a Jet Edge water jet intensifier pump.

Ultra Deckblaster
Jet Edge’s Ultra Deckblaster is specifically designed for ultra-high pressure (UHP) waterjet surface preparation, water jet coating removal, and light scarification on flat surfaces such as ship decks. The self-propelled Ultra Deckblaster waterjetting machine operates at pressures up to 55,000 psi (3,800 bar). The Ultra Deckblaster also removes accumulated spillage such as grease, oil and overspray. The Ultra Deckblaster can be connected to an industrial vacuum system to contain waste water, an important consideration in sensitive marine environments. It is powered by a Jet Edge water jet intensifier pump.

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About Chukar Waterjet

Chukar Waterjet is a leader in application and rental of ultra-high pressure (UHP) waterjet mobile equipment, and provides prompt, high-quality waterjet fabrication services and cleaning applications. Chukar Waterjet also is a supplier of high quality parts for waterjet cutting and cleaning equipment, offering a complete line of waterjet replacement parts. For more information about Chukar Waterjet, visit http://www.chukarwaterjet.com/, or call 1-888-497-8749 or (763) 497-8749

National Metals Now Offering Precision Water Jet Cutting Services

2010-11-18T15:12:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge, Inc. is pleased to announce that National Metals is now offering precision water jet cutting services at its metal processing and fabrication plant in DeForest, Wis.

National Metals is capable of processing complex parts from virtually any material with its new 60,000 psi

Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry water jet cutting system, which features an 5’x13’ work envelope and is capable of maintaining +/- 0.001" linear positional accuracy (over 12") and +/- 0.001" repeatability (bi-directional).

A sister company of Suncor, Inc., a Florida structural steel and miscellaneous metals subcontractor, National Metals specializes in metal sales, metal processing and specialty fabrication. It offers a wide range of services, from concept to final assembly.

The Wisconsin metal fabricator uses its Jet Edge waterjet to cut a variety of materials, including aluminum, carbon steel and stainless steel. The company offers water jet job shop services, and also cuts parts for its own specialty aluminum and stainless steel products, which include stainless steel tabletops and sinks, as well as custom brackets.

National Metals added its water jet to custom cut stainless steel sheets for its own products and to expand its business by offering water jet cutting services to other firms, explained Douglas Kuiper, National Metals senior partner.

“We have already been able to take in new types work thanks to our water jet,” Kuiper said. “As an example, we were able to fabricate specialty egg-crate grating products that are impossible to make without equipment similar to a water jet. We hope to expand into other markets, such as glasswork, stonework, woodwork, and more.”

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For more information about National Metals, visit http://www.nationalmetals.com/ or call 1-866-518-9548. For more information about

Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A.

Intelligent Water Jet Pump Uses 30% Less Electricity, 80% Fewer Components

2010-10-28T13:25:00.000-07:00

Water jet manufacturers Jet Edge and Tecnocut S.p.A. are pleased to introduce the energy-efficient ECUBE 6200 servo-driven intelligent water jet pump. The ECUBE 6200 will make its North American debut at FABTECH, Nov. 2-4 in Atlanta (Jet Edge Booth 3906).

Developed through Jet Edge and Tecnocut’s research and development partnership, the 90KSI (6200 bar) ECUBE 6200 utilizes an electrically controlled servo-driven intelligent pump; the completely electro-mechanical system uses 30% less electricity and has 80% fewer components than a hydraulic waterjet intensifier pump. Depending on the application, 90KSI water jet pumps make it possible to cut up to 50% faster and reduce garnet consumption up to 50% compared to 60KSI waterjet pumps. The ECUBE 6200 produces 0.7 gpm (2,61 lpm) of ultra high pressure water and supports water jet orifices up to 0.011” (.28 mm).

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About Tecnocut

Tecnocut, founded in 1992, very quickly became one of the most authoritative references in the waterjet cutting technology field. In 2005, it became part of CMS Industries, a SCM Group company, worldwide leader in the manufacture of numerical control machines for processing wood, advanced materials, marble and glass. Thus Tecnocut guarantees its presence in 120 countries and an increasingly articulated solution to different production requirements. Moreover its presence in AIW (Associazione Italiana Waterjet), of which it is a founder member, and WJTA (American Waterjet Association), of which it is a member, represents a guarantee of constant updating for Tecnocut. For information about Tecnocut, visit http://www.tecnocut.it/, call +39 0354380330 or e-mail info@tecnocut.it

Jet Edge, Chukar Waterjet Exhibiting Innovative Water Jetting Equipment at International WorkBoat Show, December 1-3

2010-10-19T13:31:00.000-07:00

Water jet technology companies Jet Edge and Chukar Waterjet will exhibit the latest innovations in portable ultra-high pressure water jet cutting and surface preparation water jetting technology at the International WorkBoat Show, Dec. 1-3 in New Orleans. Look for Jet Edge and Chukar in Booth 3559.

As leaders in the ultra-high pressure waterjet industry, waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge and its applications partner Chukar Waterjet have developed numerous waterjetting tools crucial to the workboat and shipyard industries, including portable water jet cutting machines, precision water jet cutting systems, ultra-high pressure water blasting tools, undersea waterjetting equipment and electric and diesel-powered water jet intensifier pumps. Most recently, in emergency response to the Gulf oil spill, the two companies partnered to develop the first-known waterjet intensifier pump capable of operating at depths below 5,000 feet. BP used the subsea waterjetting system to blast away hydrates that were clogging a containment system.

During International WorkBoat Show, Jet Edge and Chukar will display several water jet tools that are ideal for use in environmentally sensitive marine environments or potentially hazardous areas, including the Jet Edge Hydraulic Versacutter portable linear and pipe cutting system; Gyra Jet LP ultra-high pressure lance for surface preparation, coating and corrosion removal; Ultra Deckblaster walk-behind deck blasting system for removing coatings and corrosion; and the 80hp 60,000 psi iP60-80DS diesel-powered portable water jet intensifier pump. Technical experts from Jet Edge and Chukar Waterjet will be available to answer questions about water jet applications.

Commercialization Partner Sought for Subsea Waterjet Equipment

Jet Edge and Chukar Waterjet are seeking an existing underwater operations technology company with which they can partner to bring their undersea waterjetting equipment to the commercial market. For more information, contact Bruce Kivisto at Chukar Waterjet at 763-497-8731.

Water Jet Equipment on Display at International WorkBoat Show 2010:

Jet Edge iP60-80DS Diesel-Powered Waterjet Intensifier Pump

Jet Edge’s iP60-80DS diesel-powered water jet pump is capable of producing up to 1.35 gpm (5.1 L/m) of ultra-high pressure water for mobile water jet cutting applications, and is especially suited for cold cutting in environments where heat and flames are restricted. The iP60-80DS is powered by a reliable four-cylinder Cummins turbocharged diesel engine and is designed for portability and ease of maintenance. A 36,000 psi conversion kit is available.

Hydraulic Versacutter

Jet Edge’s Hydraulic Versacutter is a portable abrasivejet cutting and beveling system. Rigid and flexible tracks allow the Hydraulic Versacutter to operate on flat or curved surfaces. The system is used in a variety of cutting applications including pipelines, steel reinforced concrete, reactor vessels and fabricated metal structures. It is especially suited for cutting in hazardous zones where flames and heat are restricted. It is powered by a Jet Edge water jet intensifier pump.

Gyra Jet LP

Jet Edge’s Gyra Jet LP is a rotating hand-held water blasting tool that directs up to 55,000 psi (3,800 bar) UHP water for water jet surface preparation, industrial cleaning, coating removal, and concrete demolition. Typical applications are removal of damaged surfaces, preparation for recoating or painting, and stripping corrosion and over-spray. The Gyra Jet uses much less water than a typical pressure washer and, unlike sandblasting, it does not create hazardous airborne dust. It is powered by a Jet Edge water jet intensifier pump.

Ultra Deckblaster

Jet Edge’s Ultra Deckblaster is specifically designed for ultra-high pressure (UHP) waterjet surface preparation, water jet coating removal, and light scarification on flat surfaces such as ship decks. The self-propelled Ultra Deckblaster waterjetting machine operates at pressures up to 55,000 psi (3,800 bar). The Ultra Deckblaster also removes accumulated spillage such as grease, oil and overspray. The Ultra Deckblaster can be connected to an industrial vacuum system to contain waste water, an important consideration in sensitive marine environments. It is powered by a Jet Edge water jet intensifier pump.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge water jets are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About Chukar Waterjet

Chukar Waterjet is a leader in application and rental of ultra-high pressure (UHP) waterjet mobile equipment, and provides prompt, high-quality waterjet fabrication services and cleaning applications. Chukar Waterjet also is a supplier of high quality parts for waterjet cutting and cleaning equipment, offering a complete line of waterjet replacement parts. For more information about Chukar Waterjet, visit http://www.chukarwaterjet.com/, or call 1-888-497-8749 or (763) 497-8749.

SigmaTek's Oct. 5-8 Productivity Seminar Series Open House Features Water Jet Technology Day

2010-09-28T08:41:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge is presenting at SigmaTek's Productivity Seminar Series Open House, Oct. 5-8 in Cincinnati.

Friday, Oct. 8 will be completely dedicated to water jet cutting technology, and will include presentations from industry experts, including Jet Edge. Presentations include: SigmaNEST for Waterjet, Waterjet Automation, Advancements in Waterjet Cutting (Jet Edge), Garnet / Garnet Recovery and Intensifier Pumps.

How to Register
Admission to the event is free; you may attend the entire program or just the days that interest you. To register, call SigmaTek at 1-513-595-2023 or visit http://www.sigmanest.com./

Tips for Water Jet Cutting Glass

2010-09-20T06:53:00.000-07:00

Reduce the risk of chipping by using a low-pressure pierce of approximately 10,000 psi.
Reduce low-pressure piercing time from two minutes to 10-15 seconds (depending on thickness) by cutting a tiny circle rather than leaving the jet fixed on one spot.
120 grit garnet will produce the best edge quality. If speed is your priority and chipping not a concern, use 80 grit garnet
Cut at 75,000 psi to increase cut speed by 50-75% and improve edge quality.
Support glass on a sheet of 3/16” corrugated PVC rather than directly on the metal slats. This reduces the risk of chipping and fogging.
If your projects require you to frequently raise and lower pressure, install a patented Jet Edge Dual Pressure Valve to save time and prolong water jet pump component life.
Tempered glass cannot be cut with waterjet.

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Portable Water Jet Cutter Cuts Circles, Radiuses

2010-09-15T14:34:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge introduces the Spyder Abrasivejet Radius and Circle Cutting System, a portable abrasive water jet cutting system designed for use in potentially hazardous environments.

The Spyder Abrasivejet Radius and Circle Cutting System can be set up on the side of tanks, small vessels and large diameter piping. It is held in place by vacuum cups and features a self-aligning centering pin for fast and reliable setup. Motion components are made from non-ferrous materials, and cutting head manipulators are powered by pneumatic motors, making the Spyder suitable for use in all environments. A master control panel allows operators to control the cutting head manipulators, direction, speed of travel, abrasive delivery and vacuum components from one location.

The Jet Edge Spyder Radius and Circle Cutting System is available in two sizes: 1” to 6.5” insider diameter/16” to 48” outside diameter and 3” to 12.5” inside diameter/27.5” to 56” outside diameter. The Spyder water jet cutting system is powered by Jet Edge’s 60,000 psi (4,100 bar) waterjet intensifier pumps, which are available in electric or diesel models up to 280HP.

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For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit http://www.jetedge.com/ or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

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About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Angel Machinery Distributing Jet Edge Waterjets in Wisconsin

2010-09-13T13:13:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge is pleased to announce that Angel Machinery is now distributing Jet Edge waterjets in Wisconsin.

Located in Menomonee Falls, Angel Machinery carries a wide variety of metal fabricating machinery, machine tools, tooling and accessories. Angel’s metalworking industry roots extend back to the 1950s, giving the machinery distributor the expertise and experience to help customers select the right manufacturing equipment to meet their needs.

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For more information about Angel Machinery, visit http://www.angelmachinery.com/ or call 262-252-4550.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343), 763-497-8700 or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

Jet Edge Diesel Water Jet Pump Ideal for Mobile Cutting

2010-08-04T14:31:00.000-07:00

Water jet manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc., introduces the 80hp, 60,000 psi iP60-80DS diesel-powered water jet intensifier pump.

The iP60-80DS water jet pump is capable of producing up to 1.35 gpm (5.1 L/m) of ultra-high pressure water for mobile water jet cutting applications, and is especially suited for cold cutting in environments where heat and flames are restricted. Built with the contractor in mind, the iP60-80DS is powered by a reliable four-cylinder Cummins turbocharged diesel engine and is designed for portability and ease of maintenance. Intensifier components can be accessed without having to get into the hydraulic center section and hydraulic rod seal. No special tools are required. The Jet Edge iP60-80DS waterjet intensifier pump is made in the U.S.A.

For more information about Jet Edge waterjet pumps, visit http://www.jetedge.com/ or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail mailto:esales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

San Diego Shipyard Now Offering Precision Water Jet Cutting Services

2010-07-23T07:47:00.000-07:00

Pacific Ship Repair & Fabrication (PACSHIP) is now offering precision water jet cutting services at its San Diego shipyard and fabrication shop.

The ship repair and fabrication contractor is capable of processing complex parts from virtually any material with its new 60,000 psi Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry water jet cutting system, which features an 8’x13’ work envelope and is capable of maintaining +/- 0.001" linear positional accuracy (over 12") and +/- 0.001" repeatability (bi-directional).

PACSHIP added its new water jet cutting machine after receiving a Small Shipyard grant through the U.S. Maritime Administration, said Bill Carroll, PACSHIP director of business engagement. The grant was offered to small shipyards to help them modernize and become more competitive.

Since installing its Jet Edge waterjet machine, PACSHIP already has experienced improvements in quality, efficiency and capabilities, Carroll noted. His statement was echoed by PACSHIP’s Sheetmetal Department Manager, Mr. Dave Whitacre.

“We have greatly increased our capabilities in all types of material cutting, thus reducing the need to outsource precision cutting by keeping the work in house,” Whitacre said. “We recently accomplished the precision cutting of approximately 1000 SQ.FT of ½” thick Kevlar armor plating to assist in our ballistic door manufacturing. As far as productivity gains, we can tell you that, for the Sheet Metal Department, the waterjet has significantly reduced the time on task jobs by a factor of five.”

PACSHIP, which serves both the marine industry and general fabrication customers, uses its water jet to cut many military-use materials such as Kevlar and high-strength armor plating, as well as plastics, carbon fiber, rubber, copper, and stainless steels.

“We determined that water jet cutting would be the best method for cutting these materials due to its precision and lack of heat affected zones,” Whitacre said. “Our method of cutting these materials prior to the procurement of our water jet machine was to plasma cut, torch cut, or saw cut.”

In business since 1969, PACSHIP specializes in aircraft carrier, combatant and auxiliary ship modernization and repair. Its customers include the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, BAE Systems, General Dynamics and Northrop Grumman, as well as other shipyards. The ISO 9001:2008-certified and NAVSEA Master Ship Repair contractor performs a full range of shipyard installation, maintenance and repair services including program management, structural fabrication, pipefitting, welding, electrical and electronics, rigging, painting, blasting, sheet metal work and carpentry. It also manufactures watertight doors, hatches and other marine closures. In addition to its Jet Edge waterjet cutting machine, PACSHIP features a full-service sheet metal department that includes CNC brakes, shears, plasma cutting machines, rollers, and finishing equipment.

PACSHIP chose a Jet Edge waterjet system for many reasons, Carroll explained, noting that the company specifically liked Jet Edge’s ease of operation, table size, and its robust construction.

“The Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry System has a perfect combination of features to suit our needs,” he said. “The specific reasons why we purchased the Jed Edge Water Jet cutting machine are numerous including: cost, simplicity in operation, the ability to maintain the equipment ourselves, outstanding customer service and the warranty.

“We are highly satisfied with Jet Edge’s sales process, installation, training, service and parts. There is no doubt the greatest strength is the customer service. Jet Edge Regional Sales Manager Bradley Schwartz is without a doubt one of the most conscientious sales representatives we have ever dealt with. He has a superior knowledge of the product he is selling and the willingness to help out whenever the time arises.”

More Information

For more information about PACSHIP, visit http://www.pacship.com/ or call Bill Carroll at 619-232-3200x149.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge waterjets are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A.

Waterjet Technology Helps BP Cap Gulf Oil Leak

2010-07-21T12:20:00.000-07:00

Water jet technology companies Jet Edge, Inc. and Chukar Waterjet, Inc. recently played a key role in helping BP stop the oil leak in the Gulf of Mexico. The companies provided ultra-high pressure waterjet equipment and application expertise to blast away hydrate ice crystals that had formed inside a containment cap at the spill site, clogging the containment system.

Jet Edge custom engineered a 36,000 psi waterjet intensifier pump that was dropped 5,000 feet into the Gulf to power a robot-operated waterjetting lance that blasted away the hydrates. To ensure the hydrate remediation project’s success, Jet Edge utilized advanced filtration and ultra-high pressure seal technology capable of withstanding the harsh undersea environment. The system was designed to blast with sea water or liquid gas. As a result, Jet Edge developed the first-known waterjet system capable of operating in water depths in excess of 5,000 feet, opening a new frontier for waterjet technology.

Chukar Waterjet provided onsite applications engineering services throughout the project, working with a subsea technology company, an offshore logistics and supply company, an offshore transportation company, BP, and an independent safety group to ensure successful completion of the project.

For more information about Jet Edge water jet systems, visit http://www.jetedge.com/ or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

For more information about Chukar Waterjet, visit http://www.chukarwaterjet.com/, or call 1-888-497-8749 or (763) 497-8749

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About Chukar Waterjet

Chukar Waterjet is a leader in application and rental of ultra-high pressure (UHP) waterjet mobile equipment, and provides prompt, high-quality waterjet fabrication services and cleaning applications. Chukar Waterjet also is a supplier of high quality parts for water jet cutting and cleaning equipment, offering a complete line of waterjet replacement parts.

5 Axis Water Jet Technology Introduced by Jet Edge

2010-07-07T09:27:00.000-07:00

Water jet manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc., is now offering 5 axis water jet cutting technology with Intelligent Kerf Compensation (IKC).

Available on select Jet Edge 5 axis water jet cutting systems, the innovative IKC 5-Axis water jet cutting head is capable of making inclined cuts and controlling kerf to ensure optimal part quality. The IKC’s capabilities include 600º rotation, a maximum angle of +/- 60º, and dynamic precision from +/-0.2 to +/-0.5 mm/m, depending on the tilt of head.

For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge water jets are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Precision Water Jet Intensifier Pumps Featured in New Jet Edge Brochure

2010-06-29T07:51:00.000-07:00

Water jet manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc., recently released a new brochure highlighting its precision water jet intensifier pumps.

View the brochure online at http://www.jetedge.com/library/water-jet-pumps-precision.pdf.

The brochure features Jet Edge’s precision waterjet intensifier pumps, which are available in a wide range of sizes from 30-200hp and capable of producing pressures from 60,000-90,000psi and flow rates of 0.65-4 gpm for water jet cutting and surface preparation applications. Jet Edge’s water jet intensifier pumps feature a reliable tie-rod design. This design eliminates threads on the high-pressure cylinders, end caps, and hydraulic cylinders, reducing the likelihood of cracking, and increases component life. Matched-metal components prevent galling of hydraulic components.

Hydraulic accumulators are standard on all Jet Edge waterjet pumps. This provides smoother hydraulic pressure, reduces spikes and prolongs hydraulic pump life. Hydraulic fluid is cooled and filtered, and a rugged hydraulic center section incorporates high-duty cycle-rated piston seal and wear rings. Jet Edge’s hydraulic systems have a 4,000-hour warranty.

Jet Edge water jet pumps also feature CE/TUV design-approved attenuators which smooth pressure fluctuations and deliver a constant and steady stream of ultra-high pressure water to the cutting tool, ensuring optimal cut quality.

For more information about Jet Edge waterjet pumps, visit www.jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

To request a brochure, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or e-mail sales@jetedge.com. View the brochure as a PDF at http://www.jetedge.com.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Water Jet 101 Presentation Highlights Benefits, Capabilities of Precision Water Jet Cutting

2010-06-14T12:29:00.000-07:00

Learn how precision water jet cutting technology can help increase your productivity, reduce costs and bring in new types of business during Jet Edge’s “Water Jet 101 – Benefits and Capabilities of Precision Waterjet Cutting” presentation, 9:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 19, at the 2010 WJTA-IMCA Expo in Houston. The WJTA-IMCA Expo runs Aug. 17-19 at the George R. Brown Convention Center.

During Jet Edge’s Waterjet 101 presentation, Jet Edge will provide an overview of the waterjet cutting system, and will discuss the numerous benefits of waterjet cutting, including its ability to cut virtually any material, eliminate secondary finishing operations and reduce part machining time. The water jet manufacturer also will discuss the benefits of waterjet cutting technology versus other cutting technologies, including laser, plasma and wire EDM. Its comparison will address cutting capabilities, capital investment costs and operating costs.

Following Jet Edge’s presentation, participants can view live water jet cutting demonstrations on Jet Edge’s Mid Rail Gantry waterjet system in Booth 637. The Mid Rail Gantry water jet cutting machine is capable of cutting virtually any material. It is available in 5’x5’, 8’x5’, and 21’x5’, 8’X13’ and 21’X13’ and 5’x13’ work envelopes.

For more information about Jet Edge water jets, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or 763-497-8700. For more information about the WJTA-IMCA Expo, visit http://www.wjta.org/, e-mail wjta@wjta.org or call 314-241-1445.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

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Water Jet Contractor AK Services Faces Nation’s Toughest Water Jet Challenges Head On

2010-06-10T09:43:00.000-07:00

If one word could describe the amazing water jet feats accomplished by water jet contractor AK Services, it would be “MONUMENTAL,” and the all caps are no exaggeration.

Known coast-to-coast for its can-do reputation, this Boston-area contractor has completed some of the nation’s toughest and most historically and environmentally significant water jet surface preparation and mobile cutting projects. Its impressive resume includes removing radioactive concrete from an infamous Hanford Site nuclear waste basin just 400 yards from the Columbia River in Washington state, repairing the Queen Elizabeth 2’s (QE2) damaged hull after she ran aground near Martha’s Vineyard, and rehabbing the leftfield seating steps at Boston’s historic Fenway Park.

AK Services’ other water jetting feats include cutting 3,500 lineal feet of steel during a bridge construction project in California, waterjetting 90 percent of the road surface on Boston’s Central Artery, and removing PCB-contaminated caulk from a pumping station situated directly over the city’s drinking water supply.

AK Services entered the ultra-high pressure water jet industry in 1992, a spinoff of the former Aqua Kleen which specialized in using high-pressure water to clean Navy vessel oil tanks during the Navy’s 70s-era conversion from black oil fuel systems to cleaner distillate fuel systems.

AK Services first ultra-high pressure project involved blasting away 20,000 square feet of lead paint from a Coast Guard vessel’s engine room and bilge while another crew simultaneously removed the ship’s engines for replacement. The project involved removing every speck of paint from tiny nooks and crannies and working in extremely confined spaces among numerous pipes and other obstacles.

AK Services President Patrick Canonica recalled how he immediately ordered his first Cummins diesel-powered Jet Edge ultra-high pressure water jet intensifier pump after winning the Coast Guard bid because water jet was the only way to safely remove the lead paint with the engine crew present.

“Had they sandblasted it, they would have had to shut it down and cocoon it and create a hazardous work area,” Canonica said. “With water jet, the big advantage is you don’t have to provide containment because it puts the lead into an aqueous state.”

By the end of the lead abatement project, AK Services had three Jet Edge diesel-powered water jet intensifier pumps, and has since amassed an armada of water jet pumps and water jet cutting, surface preparation and hydro lasing systems that includes 12 Jet Edge intensifier pumps. In addition to lead and other hazardous material abatement, AK Services now provides a wide variety of mobile water jet services, including surface preparation, coating removal, water jet cutting, hydro lasing and hydrodemolition. It works in pressures ranging from 17,000-psi 80-gpm high-volume for hydrodemolition to 55,000-psi 4-gpm for water jet cutting.

The company liked its Jet Edge equipment so much, it even became a Jet Edge distributor.

“Our Jet Edge pumps keep running and running,” Canonica said. “They are 30 years old and they run in top condition. They are contractor-friendly, reliable and easy to maintain. The key is keeping the hydraulic oil clean. We have 9,000 hours on one of our Jet Edge’s Cummins engines. It is a terrific engine.”

Saved from the Crash by a Crash

AK Services’ rise to the top of the water jet industry did not come without its fair share of obstacles. Just as the company’s business began to take off, Boston’s shipyard industry came to a screeching halt, almost killing the young company, but fate intervened and several unchartered rocks off of Martha’s Vineyard became the company’s savior.

In August 1992, the QE2 was just returning from a Nova Scotia cruise when she ran aground south of Cuttyhunk Island near Martha's Vineyard, severely damaging her hull. The shipyard hired AK Services to water jet the toxic inorganic tin surface from the ship’s hull because it was deemed the safest method for its removal.

“The bottom looked like a claw had ripped it apart,” Canonica recalled. “We had to take it down to bare steel and then the shipyard welded plates to fix it. We also cleaned the oil tanks. It was a true rescue mission for our young company.”

AK Services branched out from the shipyard industry, taking on more and more challenging construction industry projects as its reputation gradually spread across the country.

In 2003, bridge contractor Kiewit found itself in a major bind as stubborn bedrock mangled 13 of the steel footing pilings it was driving during construction of the 1.7-mile northbound Benecia Bridge, which spans the Carquinez Strait linking Benecia and Martinez, Calif.

Kiewit hired AK Services to cut out the damaged pilings to make way for replacements. This dangerous project required AK Services’ workers to be lowered in a basket down a 12’ diameter caisson 150’ feet below sea level. They used water jet cutting bugs on tracks held in place with suction cups to cut the 3” thick steel at an angle, resulting in an actual cut of 4 ½”. AK Services ran two shifts for nine months, cutting a total of 3,500 lineal feet of steel.

Hanford Site Radiation Cleanup

AK Services has played an important role in the massive environmental cleanup project at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Hanford Site in southeastern Washington.

Once home to nine nuclear reactors that produced plutonium for the Manhattan Project and for the nation’s Cold War nuclear arsenal, the Hanford Site is considered the most contaminated nuclear site in the U.S., and is the site of the nation’s largest environmental cleanup project.

In 2009, the Department of Energy celebrated the removal of the site’s notorious K Basin East Fuel Pool, a 120’ L x 45’ W x 20’ D 1.2-million-gallon basin which was used to store 1,100 tons of highly radioactive spent nuclear fuel and radioactive sludge just 400 yards from the Columbia River. The radioactive waste was stored under 20’ of water, and the basin’s concrete walls and floor had absorbed radioactivity from the water. The Department of Energy’s contractor determined that hydro lasing with an underwater ultra-high pressure water jet system would be the most effective and safest way to remove the contaminated concrete without exposing the radiation to air.

The contractor enlisted the help of AK Services, who partnered with S.A.Robotics of Colorado to develop an underwater hydro lasing robotic arm to blast away the radioactive concrete surface. The robotic system used 34,000 psi water jets to remove 7/8” of the pool’s concrete surface, which housed 98% of the radiation. The work was performed under vacuum, and the contaminated concrete was sucked out as it was blasted away.

In another Hanford Site project, AK Services cut several 2’ diameter vent holes into buried tanks that are holding radioactive waste from the Manhattan Project. This challenging project required them to cut through a carbon steel shell surrounded by reinforced concrete (total cut 18” thick) with a 55,000 psi abrasivejet.

AK Services Principal Owner Carl Franson noted that the company is currently working on yet another challenging project at the Hanford Site, cutting holes into 15” thick concrete tanks that also hold radioactive waste from the Manhattan Project so that the waste can be removed and vitrified for safe storage.

“The tanks have were built with a very small access riser and we are cutting a 55" diameter hole in the tank top to allow installation of a robotic arm to remove and transfer the waste to a vitrification plant that is under construction,” Franson explained. “We are using Jet Edge’s high-flow Permalign® cutting head powered by a Jet Edge diesel intensifier pump, and cutting at 48,000 psi. We are in the process of designing and building a specialty motion device for the project since the standard units are not compatible with the job.”

Hazardous material removal has become one of the company’s main services because water jet provides a safer and more environmentally friendly method for removing hazardous materials than traditional methods. In fact, when Boston’s water authority needed to have PCB-contaminated caulk removed from a pumping station, they hired AK Services.

Working under constant Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) supervision, AK Services used two specially engineered water jet crawlers to blast away and simultaneously vacuum the contaminated caulk, which was filtered out and properly disposed.

“This was in a pumping station over our drinking water supply so there was no room for error,” Canonica said. “The caulking was still resilient even after 50 years, but the water jet shredded it. The EPA was very pleased with the procedure.”

AK Services also has provided emergency waterjet cutting services to the petroleum industry, noted Pat Hickey, an NFPA Certified Marine Chemist and principal owner of AK Services. When a large petroleum distributor had a tank full of gasoline develop a leak in the floor, they contacted AK Services because they could safely cut holes in the floor to allow for the removal of contaminated sand under the tank.

“The tank was sitting on a 2’ bed of sand, which was surrounded with concrete,” Hickey recalled. “This sand became saturated in gasoline and they needed access through the floor of the tank in order to remove the contaminated sand. The combustible gas indicator had readings of over 100% of the lower explosive limit (LEL) in the area under the tank floor. A.K. used the abrasive jet cutting process to safely cut six holes, 3’ in diameter in the 3/8” thick floor of the tank. One of the many advantages to this process is that it is not hot work and can be performed in atmospheres where conventional ‘hot work’ processes can not be employed.”

Freeways and Fenway

Concrete preparation has become AK Services’ largest source of business as water jet has become the favorable method for coating removal.

“The coatings are so sophisticated and hard that you can’t sandblast them,” Canonica explained. “The water jet just pulverizes them and it purges the chlorides from road salt out of the concrete, while sandblasting lets the chlorides work their way back out and damage the new coatings.”

AK Services also has demonstrated that water jet is one of the most effective ways to prepare road surfaces for placement of Latex Modified Concrete (LMC) wear surfaces. When the LMC wear surface on Boston’s Central Artery delaminated within a year of its initial installation and had to be replaced, the project specifications originally called for preparing the surface with shot blast, but Boston had very rainy summer that year and the steel shot was rusting on the roadway. AK Services was called in to prepare the road surface with waterjet because they could blast rain or shine. They built a custom 6’ wide robotic water jet system with two 6’ arms and equipped it with water jet spray bars from a Jet Edge Deckblaster system. They used this system to prepare the road surface for LMC on 90 percent of Boston’s Central Artery, the Logan Bridge and the Ted Williams Tunnel.

The system not only prepared the surface, but it also removed any grease and oil that had leaked from the construction equipment and purged road salt chlorides from the concrete, improving the adherence of the new LMC. It did this without kicking up hazardous silica dust and, unlike shot blast, did not leave any rust stains following a rain shower.

“The highway department found that the surface had 12 times greater adherence with UHP than with shot blast,” Canonica said.

In the winter of 2009/2010, the Boston Red Sox hired AK Services to remove 1-2” from the Fenway Park’s leftfield seating steps so they could be leveled and resurfaced as part of the stadium’s 2012 centennial renovation.

With only five weeks lead time, AK Services retrofitted a Jet Edge Deckblaster with a computer, spray bar and shroud so it could maneuver the lawnmower-like system along the narrow steps. With a 12-man crew and three souped-up Deckblasters, the company blasted away 8,500 square feet of surface. They strategically stationed their diesel-powered water jet pumps under the seating area to keep the steps warm enough to prevent freezing.

This can-do attitude and resourcefulness, combined with its willingness to specially engineer equipment, has helped AK Services build a thriving business that has grown primarily by word of mouth.

“You build on your reputation,” Canonica said. “As we have successfully completed projects, the word has travelled.”

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AK Services, Inc., http://www.akservices.com/, 617-884-9252 or 1-800-356-0349

Jet Edge, Inc., http://www.jetedge.com/, sales@jetedge.com, 763-497-8700 or 1-800-JET-EDGE

Jet Edge Water Jet Pump Features Redundant Intensifiers

2010-06-01T09:58:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge’s iP60-50R water jet pump has two intensifier systems. If one of the intensifier systems should fail or require service, the second intensifier system can continue operations until the intensifier pump can be shut down for service.

The iP60-50R produces 1.1 gallon (5 liters) per minute of ultra-high pressure water for precision waterjet cutting, water blasting, cleaning and surface preparation applications. It supports orifices up to .015” (.38 mm).

Like all Jet Edge waterjet pumps, the iP60-50R features Jet Edge’s reliable tie-rod design. This design has no threaded cylinder, no threaded end caps, and no threaded hydraulic cylinder, making it less prone to cracking than threaded designs. Matched-metal components prevent galling of hydraulic system components. Jet Edge water jet pumps feature hydraulic accumulators, which reduce wear on the hydraulic pump. Hydraulic fluid also is cooled and filtered. Jet Edge waterjet pumps feature a rugged hydraulic center section which incorporates high-duty cycle-rated piston seal and wear rings. Jet Edge’s hydraulic systems have a 4,000-hour warranty. Jet Edge water jet pumps also feature attenuators which smooth pressure fluctuations and deliver a constant and steady stream of ultra-high pressure water to the cutting tool, ensuring optimal cut quality.

For more information about Jet Edge waterjet pumps, visit http://www.jetedge.com/ or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

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Jet Edge Closed May 31, Memorial Day

2010-05-27T12:46:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge will be closed Monday, May 31, in observance of Memorial Day.

For emergency waterjet parts and service, please call our after-hours cell phone at 612-963-0887.

See Live Water Jet Cutting Demos at WJTA-IMCA Expo Aug. 17-19, Houston

2010-05-13T12:45:00.000-07:00

Water jet manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc., of St. Michael, Minn., will exhibit its Mid Rail Gantry water jet cutting machine at the 2010 WJTA-IMCA Expo, Aug. 17-19 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston. Look for Jet Edge in Booth 829.

During the WJTA-IMCA Expo, Jet Edge will perform live precision waterjet cutting demonstrations on its Mid Rail Gantry waterjet system. Powered by a 60,000 psi or 90,000 psi Jet Edge waterjet intensifier pump (available in 30-200hp models), the Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry water jet cutting machine features an exposed tank that easily accommodates overhead loading. It is designed to cut virtually any material. Optional mirroring cuts part cycle time in half.

The Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry water jet system utilizes an industrial PC controller and can be configured so that all three axes are fully programmable (Z optional). It also features direct-couple AC brushless digital servo motors and single or double carriages. Critical bearing components are protected with heavy metal covers with brush seals. The Mid Rail Gantry waterjet system is available in 5’x5’, 8’x5’, and 21’x5’, 8’X13’ and 21’X13’ and 5’x13’ work envelopes.

Jet Edge’s Mid Rail Gantry Waterjet System is proudly made in the U.S.A.

More Information

For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or 763-497-8700. For more information about the WJTA-IMCA Expo, visit www.wjta.org, e-mail wjta@wjta.org or call 314-241-1445.

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About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Pneumatic Drill for Water Jet Cutting Materials Prone to Delaminiation

2010-05-12T11:58:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge's Pneumatic Drill for water jet cutting systems gives water jet operators the opportunity to expand their water jet cutting capabilities and take in new types of work by enabling them to quickly pierce sensitive materials prior to waterjetting them. It also can be used for reaming holes to a precise diameter. The drill works with all waterjets.

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MatCamNZ Distributing Jet Edge Water Jet Systems in New Zealand

2010-04-21T14:08:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjets for precision cutting, coating removal and surface preparation, is pleased to announce that MatCamNZ has been selected as its newest waterjet systems distributor covering New Zealand.

As a distributor of Jet Edge water jets, MatCamNZ carries Jet Edge’s full line of water jet cutting and surface preparation equipment, including waterjet cutting machines, waterjet intensifier pumps and portable waterjetting systems.

Based in Glenfield, Auckland, MatCamNZ has been supplying and supporting quality machine tools to the New Zealand metal cutting industry for more than 20 years, and has extensive experience with water jet technology. MatCamNZ carries a comprehensive range of products including CNC routers, laser, plasma and water jet cutters.

“Jet Edge is proud to associate our name with MatCamNZ ,” said Jude Lague, Jet Edge president. “MatCamNZ has demonstrated and proven that they have the key attributes of what makes a successful waterjet distributor: knowledge, hard work, professionalism, integrity and great customer service.”

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For more information about MatCamNZ., visit http://www.matcamnz.com/, call (09) 444 6537 or e-mail info@matcamnz.com. For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, call +1 763-497-8726 or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

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International Distributor Opportunities
For more information about international distributorship opportunities with Jet Edge, contact Dave Anderson, International Sales Manager, at +1 763 497 8718, DaveA@jetedge.com, or visit www.jetedge.com.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops.

Jet Edge Water Jet Maintenance Training May 11-13, 2010

2010-04-16T13:30:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge has several openings available for its Precision Waterjet Maintenance Training class May 11-13 at Jet Edge headquarters in St. Michael, MN.

For more information or to register, visit http://www.jetedge.com/content.cfm?fuseaction=dsp_training.

Every Jet Edge water jet system includes unlimited lifetime hands-on training at Jet Edge’s state-of-the art training lab. Training is free when taken at Jet Edge’s headquarters. You also can arrange to have training at your facility for a fee.

Register for classes online or call 1-800-JET-EDGE to schedule custom training sessions for your business.

You must be a Jet Edge customer to be eligible for training.

Metal Service Center JACQUET Southeast Now Offering Large Format Water Jet Cutting Services in Charlotte

2010-04-12T08:19:00.000-07:00

Metal service center JACQUET Southeast is now offering large-format water jet cutting services to the southeastern U.S. at its new metal processing and distribution center in Charlotte, N.C.

JACQUET Southeast is capable of processing materials up to 21’x13’ on its Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry water jet cutting machine. The company also offers plasma cutting services and carries 19 different grades of stainless steel and nickel alloy plates in a wide variety of sizes and thicknesses.

A subsidiary of JACQUET Mid-Atlantic of Pottstown, Pa., and JACQUET Metals of Lyon Saint Priest, France, JACQUET Southeast serves the Carolinas, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida and Alabama. It is one of five JACQUET metal service centers in the U.S. JACQUET also has service centers in Pottstown, Houston, Racine, Wis., and Irvine, Calif.

JACQUET Southeast specializes in supplying and processing stainless steel and nickel alloys for a wide variety of industries, including power generation, chemical processing, wastewater treatment, aviation and aerospace, textiles and nuclear applications. With its water jet and plasma cutting capabilities, the company can offer standard shape cutting of rings or discs as well as intricate parts from customer drawings.

While JACQUET’s Charlotte metal processing and distribution center is new, JACQUET is not new to the Southeast, explained Ryan Hendrix, manager/owner of JACQUET Southeast. The company has been serving the region through its Mid-Atlantic facility for several years, and opened a sales office in Charlotte in 2007.

“There are not a lot of companies stocking and processing stainless plate in the Southeast, so we are uniquely geographically located,” said Hendrix, who noted that JACQUET decided to open a metal processing facility in Charlotte to meet the region’s growing demand and to provide same or next-day rush services to its southeastern customers.

“We offer a level of customer service that sets us apart,” Hendrix continued. “When you couple that with our ability to respond quickly to our customers here in the Southeast from our new facility in Charlotte, I believe we have a great deal to offer our customers. We are extremely excited to now have the ability to be able to offer next-day or even same-day cutting and shipping to our customers.”

Hendrix explained that he decided to install a Jet Edge waterjet system in Charlotte based on JACQUET’s satisfaction with its Jet Edge equipment at its other U.S. service centers. JACQUET Southeast’s Jet Edge is the company’s seventh Jet Edge nationwide.

“You can just do so much with a Jet Edge waterjet that we felt like we had to have that capability,” Hendrix said. “Many of our customers find that they can save a good deal of money by having us waterjet pieces as opposed to other cutting methods, as it greatly reduces the amount of machining they have to do to the part once they receive it. We can offer such a nice finish on the edges by just waterjet cutting, and customers really respond to that.”

To meet its customers’ needs for large-format cutting, JACQUET equipped its Jet Edge waterjet table with two Jet Edge Permalign II abrasivejet cutting heads and a 100HP intensifier pump to increase productivity. They also added an optional mirroring package which makes it possible to cut large parts twice as fast, independent programmable Z carriages, programmable height sensing, a fully-functional remote pendant, large-capacity bulk abrasive hopper, submerged cutting package, a closed-loop water filtration system, and a garnet removal system. JACQUET’s Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry is capable of maintaining +/- 0.001" linear positional accuracy (over 12") and +/- 0.001" repeatability (bi-directional).

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For more information about JACQUET Southeast visit http://www.myjacquet.com/ or call (704) 699-5116. For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge waterjets are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Pneumatic Drill for Waterjets Ideal for Pre-drilling Sensitive Material Prior to Waterjetting

2010-04-09T08:01:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge's Pneumatic Drill for precision waterjets is used to pre-drill material that is prone to delamination during the water jet process. It also can be used to ream holes to a precise diameter.

Find out more at http://www.jetedge.com/.

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Bowling Systems Manufacturer Scores Big with Jet Edge Water Jet

2010-03-24T11:51:00.000-07:00

When Twelve Strike Bowling Services Owner Ron Richmond decided to add the waterjet process to his manufacturing facility in Long Beach, Calif., he insisted on two things: his waterjet system would be made in America and it would include a closed-loop water recycling system. No exceptions.

After researching several waterjet systems, Richmond chose an American-made 6'X12' High Rail Gantry Waterjet System manufactured by Jet Edge, Inc., of St. Michael, Minn. He equipped his waterjet with Jet Edge's Closed-Loop Filtration System, which recycles water and eliminates the need to dump it down the drain. This reduces water consumption and sewage costs and eliminates the risk of dumping hazardous materials down the drain, all which are important considerations everywhere, but are especially critical in Southern California.

"I do my damndest to buy American when I can," Richmond said. "I have yet to break an American tool unless I have been misusing it. I wanted an American-made waterjet with a closed-loop system because we are in the desert here and water is a huge issue. I also did not want to be dumping water down the drain. I do not have an environmental issue here and I do not want one. Logically in my head, I knew that an overhead gantry waterjet machine was the way to go versus a cantilevered arm system. You can't take something and have it hang out there and have precise performance."

Established in 1989, Twelve Strike is a leading manufacturer of automated scoring products for bowling centers around the world. Twelve Strike offers a full range of bowling scoring products, including scoring pedestals and overhead display monitors, as well as scoring computers, and point-of-sale, back-office and central control systems. To date, Twelve Strike has installed 224 systems worldwide. In a good year, the company installs 800-900 lane beds.

The family owned business was started by Ron's father Rex Richmond, who opened a bowling center in his retirement and quickly determined that he could build a better scoring system. Twelve Strike is now run by Ron Richmond and his wife Susiy Richmond, who continue to set themselves apart from competitors by sticking to Rex's unwavering commitment to his customers. Twelve Strike is the only bowling scoring systems manufacturer with a 24-7 support line that is answered by real people.

"We care about our customers," Ron said. "We aren't like a large corporation. If a customer wants to talk to me, he can talk to me."

Before installing their waterjet machine, Twelve Strike cut many of their parts on a 4'X4' plasma machine or outsourced them to waterjet shops.

"I needed to replace the plasma because I couldn't breathe," Ron said. "It put out so much soot and nasty crap and everything else. I looked at lasers and I looked at waterjets. I decided to go with waterjet because it will cut just about anything. The nice thing about the waterjet is there is no heat injected into the part. I'm also able to nest, which I wasn't able to do before. This saves me materials and time. My scrap is far less. I'd say 30-40%. Plasma cuts faster, but you have to grind the part afterwards. With the waterjet, there is no secondary finishing. This is a huge time saver."

Susiy pointed out that owning their own waterjet has relieved Twelve Strike of the hassle of waiting on outside companies for waterjet services.

"We were tired of waiting on other companies to get us our brackets and computer cases," Susiy noted. "Now we are able to cut our own brackets and cases and have them available at the moment we need them. And we are able to do special projects for our customers at the bowling centers. Since we have been able to bring the cutting in house, we are able to produce products quickly and accurately. Minus the cost of the waterjet, the parts are cheaper for us because we are not paying the added up charge for having the products made by someone else."

The waterjet system also has helped the Richmonds develop a side fabricating business, Fab Metal Shop, a full-service job shop that they started to help them survive the tough economy and the feast-or-famine business cycles of the bowling industry.

"I wanted to diversify for a long time because the bowling recreation industry is killer," Ron explained. "It comes in a tidal wave in the summer, and in the winter, you starve. The Fab Metal Shop is definitely a part of my business that I want to grow. Fab Metal Shop was born to help Twelve Strike."

Ron said he has no regrets about choosing a Jet Edge as his waterjet manufacturer.

"Jet Edge has surpassed all my expectations," he said. "I am very pleased with the system and with the service. Jet Edge stands behind its product. When I have called with a problem, they have gotten back to me in a reasonable time. It hasn't been days or weeks. I like the overall performance of the machine. The pump is fairly easy to maintain. You really only have a couple of seals to replace and the seal life is fine."

More Information

For more information about Twelve Strike Bowling Services, visit http://www.twelvestrike.com/, call 562-984-6240 or e-mail Sales@twelvestrike.com.

For more information about Fab Metal Shop, visit http://fabmetalshop.com/, call 562-423-1836 or e-mail orders@fabmetalshop.com.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

About Jet Edge's High Rail Gantry

Jet Edge's High Rail Gantry System produces complex parts out of virtually any material. Its overhead design allows full access to the work envelope and raises the critical components out of the process environment. The High Rail Gantry is available in 2' increments, from 4'X4' to 24'X14'. Multiple cutting heads can be added to increase productivity, and the system can be expanded in place.

About Jet Edge's Closed Loop Filtration System

Jet Edge's Closed Loop Filtration System eliminates the need for a drain by filtering and reusing water. A closed-loop filtration system prevents the introduction of hazardous materials into drainage systems, protects the waterjet pump, maximizes orifice life and reduces water/sewage costs.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

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See Water Jet Cutting Demo at 2010 WJTA-IMCA Expo Aug. 17-19 in Houston

2010-03-19T12:19:00.000-07:00

Mark your calendars! Water jet cutting machine manufacturer Jet Edge will showcase its Mid Rail Gantry waterjet cutting system at the 2010 WJTA-IMCA Expo, Aug. 17-19 in Houston, Texas. Visit Jet Edge in Booth 829.

During the WJTA-IMCA Expo, Jet Edge will demonstrate precision waterjet cutting on its 5'x5' Mid Rail Gantry waterjet system, powered by a Jet Edge iP60-50 water jet intensifier pump. The Mid Rail Gantry is available in multiple sizes and is capable of cutting virtually any material.

For more information about Jet Edge water jets, visit http://www.jetedge.com/.

For more information about the WJTA-IMCA Expo, visit http://www.wjta.org/.

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5’X5’ Water Jet Machine Ideal for Shops Requiring Smaller Waterjet Cutting System

2010-03-09T14:34:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge’s 5’X5’ Mid Rail Gantry Waterjet System is an ideal water jet cutting solution for shops that cut smaller material or have limited floor space available for machine tools.

Powered by a 60,000 psi or 90,000 psi Jet Edge waterjet intensifier pump (available in 30-200hp models), the 5’X5’ water jet cutting machine features an exposed 72”X72” tank that easily accommodates overhead loading. It is designed to cut virtually any material up to 60”X60”. If equipped with an optional second cutting head, it can cut two parts up to 30”X60”. Optional mirroring cuts part cycle time in half.

The Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry water jet system utilizes an industrial PC controller and can be configured so that all three axes are fully programmable (Z optional). It also features direct-couple AC brushless digital servo motors and single or double carriages. Critical bearing components are protected with heavy metal covers with brush seals. The Mid Rail Gantry waterjet system also is available in 8’x5’, and 21’x5’, 8’X13’ and 21’X13’ and 5’x13’ work envelopes.

Jet Edge’s Mid Rail Gantry Waterjet System is proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or 763-497-8700.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge water jets are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Water Jet Maintenance Training March 9-11 at Jet Edge

2010-02-23T07:44:00.000-08:00

Waterjets manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc., has several openings remaining for its March 9-11 Precision Water Jet Maintenance Training class at Jet Edge headquarters in St. Michael, Minnesota.

Every Jet Edge waterjet system includes unlimited lifetime hands-on training at Jet Edge’s state-of-the art training lab. Training is free when taken at Jet Edge’s headquarters. You also can arrange to have training at your facility for a fee.

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Online at http://www.jetedge.com/content.cfm?fuseaction=dsp_training
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To arrange for custom water jet training at your facility, please call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

You must be a Jet Edge customer to be eligible for training.

Upcoming Precision Waterjet Maintenance Training Classes

March 9, 2010 - March 11, 2010
May 11, 2010 - May 13, 2010
July 13, 2010 - July 15, 2010
September 14, 2010 - September 16, 2010
November 9, 2010 - November 11, 2010

Used Jet Edge Water Jet Pumps Available

2010-02-19T12:18:00.000-08:00

We just added several used waterjet intensifier pumps to our used waterjets inventory.

The latest additions to our used water jets line up include a 150hp, 55,000psi Jet Edge 55-150 intensifier pump, a 75hp, 55,000 psi Jet Edge intensifier pump and a 200hp 36,000 psi Jet Edge intensifier pump.

For more information about our used water jets, see http://www.jetedge.com/content.cfm?fuseaction=dsp_sales_used or contact your Jet Edge regional sales manager.

2010 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Schedule

2010-02-11T06:44:00.000-08:00

Race fans, visit http://www.jetedge.com/ to download your free Jet Edge 2010 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Schedule featuring the drivers of Michael Waltrip Racing (MWR)!

MWR uses a Jet Edge High Rail Gantry waterjet system to cut 250 parts for each of their racecars. Since installing their Jet Edge water jet, MWR has increased productivity 50% and gets new design improvements to the racetrack two weeks faster! On one part alone (the splitter), MWR saves $130,000 per year!

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Waterjet Manufacturers Tecnocut, Jet Edge Announce Strategic Research and Development Partnership

2010-02-08T08:43:00.000-08:00

Waterjet manufacturers Tecnocut S.p.A. of Bergamo, Italy, and Jet Edge, Inc., of St. Michael, Minn., USA, today announced a strategic research and development partnership designed to strengthen both companies’ position in the waterjet industry.

Through this unique partnership, Tecnocut will share its innovative IKC 5-axis waterjet cutting technology with taper control with Jet Edge. In exchange, Jet Edge will share its 90,000 psi (6,200 bar) waterjet intensifier pump technology with Tecnocut. The companies also have agreed to partner on a number of innovative research and development projects related to waterjet pump design, multi-axis cutting and robotics.

“This is a win-win for both of our companies,” said Jude Lague, Jet Edge president. “It gives Jet Edge the ability to meet the rapidly increasing demand for 5-axis waterjet cutting and taper control, and it gives Tecnocut the ability to meet the growing demand for X-Stream cutting pressure.”

Tecnocut President Stefano Dal Lago shared Mr. Lague’s sentiments.

“Working together, while maintaining our independence, Tecnocut and Jet Edge will be much more competitive players in the waterjet industry. We are now both able to deliver the latest technologies found in waterjet systems: 5 axis, taper control and 6,200 bar cutting for increased productivity and lower operating costs, while we work together to rapidly develop the innovative waterjet products of the future for our customers.”

About Tecnocut

Tecnocut, founded in 1992, very quickly became one of the most authoritative references in the waterjet cutting technology field. In 2005, it became part of CMS Industries, a SCM Group company, worldwide leader in the manufacture of numerical control machines for processing wood, advanced materials, marble and glass. Thus Tecnocut guarantees its presence in 120 countries and an increasingly articulated solution to different production requirements. Moreover its presence in AIW (Associazione Italiana Waterjet), of which it is a founder member, and WJTA (American Waterjet Association), of which it is a member, represents a guarantee of constant updating for Tecnocut.

For information about Tecnocut, visit http://www.tecnocut.it/, call +39 0354380330 or e-mail info@tecnocut.it

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjets for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A.

For information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

New Jet Edge Video Features Water Jet Cutting Titanium!

2010-01-22T13:31:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge has posted an exciting new water jet cutting video showing waterjet cutting titanium (lots of sparks from the abrasive hitting the titanium)!

In the video, a Jet Edge abrasive waterjet cuts 1.5" titanium at .76" per minute at 60,000 psi.

Jet Edge waterjets are capable of cutting virtually anything! Find out more about waterjet cutting applications at http://www.jetedge.com/.

Jet Edge Waterjet Customer Twelve Strike Featured in IEN Connects

2010-01-14T12:12:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge Waterjet Systems customer Twelve Strike Bowling Services was featured today in IEN Connects.

When Twelve Strike's owner Ron Richmond decided to add the waterjet process to his manufacturing facility in Long Beach, CA, he insisted on two things: his water jet system would be made in America and it would include a closed-loop water recycling system. No exceptions.

Click Here to Read the Story.

Waterjet Manufacturer Jet Edge Hosts AMT, NTMA Executives

2010-01-11T13:44:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjet systems, recently hosted the president of the Association For Manufacturing Technology (AMT) and the chief operating officer of the National Tooling and Machining Association (NTMA).

AMT President Douglas K. Woods and Robert L. Akers, Jr., NTMA Chief Operating Officer, toured Jet Edge’s St. Michael, Minn., headquarters during a recent trip to Minnesota. Woods and Akers were in the Twin Cities to participate in a Great Manufacturing Get Together panel discussion regarding the economic recovery.

During their visit to Jet Edge, Woods and Akers toured the water jet manufacturer’s 100,000 square foot manufacturing facility and saw live demonstrations of Jet Edge’s 90,000 psi X-Stream® waterjet cutting technology. Woods and Akers discussed the recession’s impact on OEMs with Jet Edge President Jude Lague, and shared their insight on how manufacturers can prepare for the recovery by concentrating on research and development, promoting productivity and cost-saving benefits of their products, and developing export business in growing international markets. Lague shared how

Jet Edge is positioning itself to emerge as a recovery leader by developing innovative waterjet technologies, adding international distribution partners and exploring new markets.

About Jet Edge

Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About AMT – The Association For Manufacturing Technology

Founded in 1902, the Association For Manufacturing Technology represents and promotes the interests of American providers of manufacturing machinery and equipment. Its goal is to promote technological advancements and improvements in the design, manufacture and sale of members’ products in those markets and acts as an industry advocate on trade matters to governments and trade organizations throughout the world. AMT organizes and sponsors IMTS - The International Manufacturing Technology Show. This exhibition, held every even numbered year in Chicago, is the largest industrial show in the Americas. For more information about AMT, visit http://www.amtonline.org/, e-mail amt@amtonline.org or call 800-524-0475.

About NTMA

NTMA is the national association representing the precision custom manufacturing industry, which employs more than 440,000 skilled workers in the United States. Its mission is to help members of the U.S. precision custom manufacturing industry achieve business success in a global economy through advocacy, advice, networking, information, programs and services. Many NTMA members are privately owned small businesses, yet the industry generates sales in excess of $40 billion a year. NTMA’s nearly 1,600 member companies design and manufacture special tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gages, special machines and precision-machined parts. Some firms specialize in experimental research and development work. For more information about NTMA, visit http://www.ntma.org/ e-mail info@ntma.org or call (800) 248-6862.

2010 Waterjet Training Schedule

2010-01-04T14:19:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge, a leading waterjet manufacturer, has posted its 2010 waterjet training schedule at http://www.jetedge.com/.

Headquartered in St. Michael, Minnesota, Jet Edge manufactures precision waterjet cutting machines, waterjet pumps, mobile waterjet cutters, waterjet parts, and mobile waterjets for ultra-high pressure hydroblasting, cleaning and surface preparation applications.

Find out more about Jet Edge at http://www.jetedge.com/.

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Jet Edge Holiday Hours

2009-12-21T07:19:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge is closed for the holidays Dec. 24, 25, 31 and Jan. 1. For emergency waterjet parts and waterjet service, please call 612-963-0887.

Ordering Water Jet Parts from Jet Edge is Easy!

Order Water Jet Parts Online
Order Water Jet Parts by Phone at 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or 763-497-8700 (7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. CST)
Emergency After-Hours Orders: 612-963-0887
Order Waterjet Parts by Fax: 763-497-8702

Jet Edge, Affliate Companies Contribute to Local Food Shelf

2009-12-16T07:05:00.000-08:00

Minnesota manufacturers Jet Edge, Inc., TC/American Monorail Systems, Inc, Chukar Waterjet, Inc., MHC, Inc. and Tilt Lock, Inc. packed $1,000 worth of groceries under the tree to support their local food shelf. Their donations included $500 worth of food from employees along with matching company contributions.

About Jet Edge

For information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Used Waterjets Available From Jet Edge

2009-12-07T11:32:00.000-08:00

We just updated our Used Waterjets list on http://www.jetedge.com/!

Jet Edge's used water jets inventory includes waterjet pumps, waterjet motion systems, mobile waterjetting equipment, and much more. Check back often for updates or follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/jetedge to be among the first to find out about new postings.

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For more information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343), or fill out our Information Request Form.

Jet Edge 2010 Water Jet Maintenance Training Schedule

2009-12-04T06:34:00.000-08:00

We just posted our 2010 precision waterjet maintenance training schedule.

Every Jet Edge waterjet system includes unlimited lifetime hands-on training at Jet Edge’s state-of-the art training lab. Waterjet training is free when taken at Jet Edge’s headquarters in St. Michael, Minnesota. You also can arrange to have training at your facility for a fee.

Register for water jet training classes online or call 1-800-JET-EDGE to schedule custom training sessions for your business.

You must be a Jet Edge customer to be eligible for training.

Mobile Waterjet Equipment Maintenance Training
Training for Jet Edge mobile waterjets is scheduled by request only. To request a class, please call 763-497-8700, Ext. 744. For mobile waterjetting equipment training information, please click here.

Speed Up Waterjet Low-Pressure Pierces, Run Multiple Waterjets at Various Pressures with Dual Pressure Valve

2009-11-30T09:38:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge’s patented Dual Pressure Valve® greatly increases waterjet cutting productivity by allowing waterjet operators to control water pressure independent of the waterjet pump.

With the remotely-mounted Jet Edge Dual Pressure Valve, waterjet operators can run multiple waterjet tables simultaneously at various pressures with a single pump. Operators also can perform low-pressure piercing operations without waiting for the water jet pump to raise or lower to the desired pressure, saving time and reducing wear and tear on pump components.

The Jet Edge Dual Pressure Valve will operate with any manufacturer's water jet pump, waterjet cutting head, or waterjet cutting system, and is fully configurable for pressure change ratios. Connection points are standard 60,000 psi-type. The Dual Pressure Valve is pneumatically operated and must be used in conjunction with another normally closed on/off valve or cutting head.

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Read how an Iowa fabricator reduced maintenance and increased productivity with a Jet Edge Dual Pressure Valve!

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For more information about the Jet Edge Dual Pressure Valve, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343), 763-497-8700 or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For information about Jet Edge, visit http://www.jetedge.com/, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

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2009-11-25T09:26:00.001-08:00

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We sliced sweet corn with a 75,000 psi water jet!

Jet Edge Waterjets Closed for Thanksgiving Nov. 26-27

2009-11-19T10:00:00.000-08:00

Waterjets manufacturer Jet Edge will be closed for Thanksgiving Nov. 26 and Nov. 27.

For emergency waterjet parts orders or waterjet service, please call our emergency cell phone at 612-963-0887.

Happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for your business!

Water Jet Maintenance Training Dec. 8-10

2009-11-18T11:12:00.000-08:00

Several openings remain for Jet Edge’s Precision Waterjet Maintenance Training, Dec. 8-10 at Jet Edge Headquarters in St. Michael, MN. The class is free to all Jet Edge customers. Registration is due by Dec. 1.

Register online at
http://www.jetedge.com/content.cfm?fuseaction=dsp_training

or call 1-800-JET-EDGE.

Discounted hotel rates are available.

Waterjet Training Class Outline.

Jet Edge congratulates LAI on ACE Awards

2009-11-12T14:34:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge customer LAI International, Inc., Scottsdale, Ariz., won two Arizona Corporate Excellence (ACE) Awards, including one for top-25 fastest-growing private company and the other for top-50 private company ranked by revenue by ACE. ACE Awards measure 2008 revenue and a formula based on revenue growth over a two-year period

About LAI International
LAI is a leading contract manufacturer of precision-engineered components and assemblies for aerospace, power generation, defense, medical and other advanced technology industries. The company’s technology, engineering and manufacturing solutions are used to build components for airframes, aircraft engines, power generators, defense systems, medical devices and other mission-critical applications.
LAI has developed strategic relationships with leading global OEMs and operates five U.S. manufacturing facilities, with locations in Minneapolis, Phoenix, Tucson, Westminster, Md., and Scarborough, Maine – all of which are ISO 9001 and AS9100 certified. The company also offers NADCAP-certified non-conventional machining processes.
LAI has developed innovative applications in advanced machining processes, including waterjet cutting and drilling, laser cutting, drilling, welding and heat-treating, EDM drilling, CNC EDM, high-speed EDM, conventional CNC machining, five-axis CNC machining and precision grinding. The company also provides gage calibration, tooling production, air-flow inspection and additional manufacturing services.
For more information, see www.LAIco.com.

Quick Facts about LAI International
- Five U.S. manufacturing facilities: Phoenix, Tucson, Minneapolis, Westminster, Md., and Scarborough, Maine
- Founded in 1979
- Corporate headquarters located in Scottsdale, Ariz.
- All facilities ISO 9001 | AS9100 certified
- GE Customer Impact of the Year Award winner
- Lockheed Martin Corporate STAR Supplier
- Northrop Grumman Platinum Source Preferred Supplier
- ACE Corporate Excellence Award winner, 2008-09
- An Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private U.S. company, three-time award winner, 2007-09

Pictured in Photo:

(l-r) Joe Wagner, plant manager for LAI International Inc. operations in Phoenix and Tucson, AZ; Stewart Cramer, president of LAI; Vinnie Caliendo, CFO; Matt Kalina, director of marketing; and John Rogers, vice president of operations, Inc., pose with one of the two ACE Awards the company won.

Waterjet Cutting Machine Manufacturer Jet Edge Names Allegheny Machine Tool Systems Distributor for Western PA

2009-11-12T09:40:00.000-08:00

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjet and abrasivejet systems for precision cutting, coating removal and surface preparation, is pleased to announce that Allegheny Machine Tool Systems Inc. (AMTSI) is distributing Jet Edge waterjets in Western Pennsylvania.

Located in McMurray, Pa.., AMTSI has been distributing and supporting machine tools in Western Pennsylvania, Western Maryland and West Virginia since 1992. In addition to Jet Edge water jets, the company carries EDM machines, lathes, mills, CAD-CAM systems and grinders. AMTSI also provides applications engineering expertise, training, technical support, parts and service. AMTSI’s technicians are authorized to provide local service on Jet Edge waterjet systems.

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For more information about Allegheny Machine Tool Systems Inc., visit www.allegmach.com or call 724-942-4451.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343), 763-497-8700 or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

Jet Edge Congratulates Mattracks, Inc. on ‘Faces of Trade’ Award

2009-10-29T11:25:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge customer Mattracks, Inc. recently received the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s “Faces of Trade Award” in recognition of its successful export business.

Based in Karlstad, Minn., Mattracks manufactures rubber track conversion systems for trucks and ATVs. The company uses a Jet Edge waterjet system to cut a wide variety of materials, including steel, aluminum, wood, fiberglass, foam, rubber and plastic. They have even etched glass.

Read Mattracks’ Jet Edge success story.

Mattracks sells its products in 50 countries. More than half its business comes from international sales.

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To find out more about Mattracks, visit www.mattracks.com, call 218-436-7000, or e-mail sales@mattracks.com.

To find out more about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

Jet Edge Buys Calypso Waterjet Systems

2009-10-12T13:34:00.000-07:00

ST. MICHAEL, Minn. (October 12, 2009) – Waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc. of St. Michael, Minn., is pleased to announce that it has acquired Calypso Waterjet Systems of Dallas, Texas.

Founded in 1992, Calypso Waterjet Systems had been a world-leading manufacturer of waterjet cutting systems prior to its departure from the water jet industry in early 2009. Calypso products include waterjet cutting machines, abrasive removal, closed loop water, and automatic height sensing systems; nesting software; plastic water jet cutting bricks; bulk abrasive feeder tanks; and replacement parts for waterjet intensifier pumps, cutting heads, and waterjet tables.

Jet Edge President Jude Lague said he plans to reintroduce many of Calypso’s products under Calypso’s brand names.

“Calypso waterjets provide an excellent entry-level waterjet solution for price-conscious buyers,” Lague noted. “Through our acquisition of Calypso, we will be able to make precision waterjet cutting capabilities available to a much broader range of customers in the growing entry-level market.”

More InformationFor information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343). For information about Calypso, visit www.calypsowaterjets.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Waterjet Cutting Demos, Technology Presentation at SOUTH-TEC

2009-09-29T14:17:00.000-07:00

We shipped out our latest waterjet cutting machine to the SOUTH-TEC show today. The show runs Oct. 6-8 in Charlotte.

We will be showing our Mid Rail Gantry waterjet table and our iP60-100 100hp 60,000 psi waterjet intensifier pump.

If you are interested in learning how waterjet technology can help your business solve a specific manufacturing problem, increase productivity, and cut costs, please stop by our booth, 16086. We will have several waterjet applications experts available to answer your questions.

We also invite you to attend our presentation, "The Latest Innovations in Waterjet Technology," 10:30-10:55 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, in the SOUTH-TEC theater. Our presentation will focus on 90,000 psi waterjet intensifier pump technology and how your business can increase its profitability by cutting faster and using less garnet, water and electricity.

Water Jet Parts 25% Off* First-Time Online Order

2009-09-24T06:30:00.000-07:00

Waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc. introduces its waterjet parts website, a user-friendly, secure website for ordering consumable and replacement water jet parts. Visit the site at https://waterjetparts.jetedge.com.

Jet Edge carries a wide variety of competitively priced water jet parts including waterjet cutting heads, abrasivejet cutting heads, dual pressure valves, high pressure tubing and high pressure fittings. Custom waterjet swivels, lines and coils also are available. Jet Edge is offering all new online accounts 25% off on their first online order made through Dec. 31, 2009. *This offer applies to all parts except for nozzles and Hp hoses!

Waterjet parts also can be ordered by phone at 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or 763-497-8700 (7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST) Monday-Friday or by fax at 763-497-8702. After-hours emergency part orders may be placed by calling Jet Edge’s emergency cell phone at 612-963-0887.

In addition to waterjet parts and accessories, Jet Edge also manufactures precision waterjet cutting machines, waterjet pumps, portable waterjet cutters, and ultra-high pressure water blasting tools for cleaning and surface preparation.

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For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

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Waterjet Training Oct. 13-15

2009-09-14T12:20:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge's next precision waterjet training class is Oct. 13-15 at Jet Edge headquarters in St. Michael, Minn. Water jet training is free to Jet Edge customers when taken at our headquarters.

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Water Jet Machine Removes Coatings, Grease from Concrete Floors, Steel Decks

2009-09-08T13:59:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge’s Ultra Deckblaster waterjet surface preparation machine uses ultra-high pressure waterjets to quickly blast away old paint, coatings, grease and dirt from steel decks and concrete floors without using hazardous chemicals.

Resembling a lawnmower, the self-propelled Ultra Deckblaster operates at pressures up to 55,000 psi (3,800 bar). Typical applications include removal of polyurethane paint or nonskid coatings from factory floors, ship decks, paint booths and parking ramps. The Ultra Deckblaster also removes accumulated spillage such as grease, oil and overspray.

The Ultra Deckblaster portable water jet system utilizes UHP water supplied by a Jet Edge waterjet intensifier pump. Hydraulic pressure activates the motor to spin the spray bar assembly and open a high-flow water valve supplying fluid to the manifolds. The water travels through a high-pressure on/off valve and high-speed swivel before entering the rotating spray bar. Multiple waterjet orifices direct UHP water over an 18” (46 cm) wide cleaning path as the machine advances. The spray bar accepts a variety of standard jet manifolds.

Operators have total control of the rotation speed, drive speed, forward/off/reverse, water and rotation on/off of the spray bar. Easily accessible knobs control forward/reverse and bar rotation speeds. A manually actuated valve does not allow operation of any function unless the safety lever is depressed. The hydraulic-powered wheel drive (self-propelled drive) offers additional operator control and comfort and can be easily disengaged for free-rolling applications. The spray bar height is adjustable.

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For more information, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Water Jet Pumps Feature Reliable Tie-Rod Design

2009-08-31T09:36:00.000-07:00

ST. MICHAEL, Minn. (August 31, 2009) – Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjets, is pleased to introduce the iP60-100 100hp 60,000 psi (4,100 bar) waterjet intensifier pump.

The iP60-100 waterjet pump produces 2.0 gpm (7.6 lpm) of ultra-high pressure water for precision waterjet cutting, water blasting, cleaning and surface preparation applications. It supports orifices up to .021” (.53 mm).

The Jet Edge iP60-100 intensifier pump features dual intensifiers for increased operating performance. A single-intensifier economy version also is available.

Like all Jet Edge waterjet pumps, the iP60-100 features Jet Edge’s reliable tie-rod design. This design has no threaded cylinder, no threaded end caps, and no threaded hydraulic cylinder, making it less prone to cracking than threaded designs. Matched-metal components prevent galling of hydraulic system components. Jet Edge water jet pumps feature hydraulic accumulators, which reduce wear on the hydraulic pump. Hydraulic fluid also is cooled and filtered. Jet Edge water jet pumps feature a rugged hydraulic center section which incorporates high-duty cycle-rated piston seal and wear rings; free-floating self-aligning plungers increase seal life. Jet Edge’s hydraulic systems have a 4,000-hour warranty.

Jet Edge water jet pumps also feature attenuators which smooth pressure fluctuations and deliver a constant and steady stream of ultra-high pressure water to the cutting tool, ensuring optimal cut quality. Jet Edge offers a wide range of electric and diesel waterjet intensifier pumps from 30-280hp; 36,000, 60,000 and 90,000 psi models are available.

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For more information about Jet Edge waterjet pumps, visit www.jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

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About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Metal Service Center Jacquet Installs 21'X13' Waterjet Table

2009-08-21T13:45:00.000-07:00

POTTSTOWN, PA. (August 21, 2009) -- Jet Edge, Inc., is pleased to announce that Jacquet Mid Atlantic of Pottstown, Pa., has installed Jet Edge’s new 21’X13’ large-format Mid Rail Gantry Waterjet System. The Mid Rail Gantry is the third Jet Edge waterjet system at Jacquet’s Mid Atlantic service center and the company’s sixth Jet Edge waterjet system nationwide.

Jacquet’s new Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry water jet system features a 21’X13’ work envelope with a system design that easily accommodates overhead loading with the bridge clearing the tank. Jacquet equipped the waterjet table with two Jet Edge Permalign II abrasivejet cutting heads and a 100HP intensifier pump to increase productivity. They also added an optional mirroring package, independent programmable Z carriages, programmable height sensing, a fully-functional remote pendant, large-capacity bulk abrasive hopper, submerged cutting package, closed-loop water filtration system, and garnet removal system.

A subsidiary of Jacquet Metals of Lyon Saint Priest, France, Jacquet Mid Atlantic is one of four Jacquet metal service centers in North America. The company also has metal service centers in Houston, Racine, Wis., and Irvine, Calif.

Jacquet specializes in supplying and processing stainless steel and nickel alloys for OEMS, fabricators and machine shops that support primarily the oil and gas, power generation, pollution control systems and water purification industries. Jacquet’s North American service centers provide waterjet and plasma part cutting. The company stocks 19 different grades of stainless steel and nickel alloy plates in a wide variety of sizes and thicknesses.

“We have a very large inventory of stainless steel and nickel in many different grades, thicknesses and widths, and we are able to cut near net-shape parts,” said Jacquet CEO Terry Engle. “Having the combination of that, plus our fast turnaround has really helped our growth.”

When Jacquet opened its North American operations in 2006, Engle decided to install the largest waterjet cutting systems available on the market to meet a growing demand for large-format cold cutting. Over a two-year period, Engle installed massive Jet Edge Low Rail Gantries at each of his plants. With waterjet tables as large at 15’X22’, Jacquet can claim some of the largest waterjet cutting tables in North America.

“Because the tables are so large, we can hold extremely large plates up to 15’X21’,” Engle said. “We also have two cutting heads on each table, so we can process two plates simultaneously or utilize two heads on one nested plate of parts, doubling our productivity. This has gotten us some work because we can cut two parts at a time and reduce the cost and turn-around to the customer.”

Engle noted that waterjet is the ideal cutting method for most of his applications because it eliminates heat-affected zones (HAZ) and reduces the need for secondary finishing operations, which results in lower finished part costs for his customers. If a customer desires a polished near-finished part, Jacquet typically cuts the part from polished plates. This saves time and money for customers because it eliminates the need for them to polish individual parts.

“Whenever we have customers who need small parts or tight tolerances or special sketch cuts, we push them toward waterjet. Also, when we are cutting heavy plate, we try to convince them to go with waterjet because they can save on material. When you cut with plasma, you have to add additional kerf and material for machining. Waterjet saves on material and machining. When roughing material to allow for machining afterwards, waterjet does not put any heat into the part, allowing the material to be machined much easier and saving on tooling costs.”

Engle decided to buy his waterjet systems from Jet Edge after extensively researching several waterjet manufacturers and interviewing Jet Edge’s references.

“I did a very thorough follow up with Jet Edge’s references,” he said. “They all spoke very highly of the reliability of the pump, technical service and Jet Edge’s on-time parts delivery. That was a big part of us picking Jet Edge. I also was very impressed with Jet Edge’s sales process and technical expertise. Jet Edge’s regional sales manager Scott Wirtanen had very strong technical knowledge of the machine and understood our application. He helped us pick the right machine and equipment for our application.”

Engle decided to buy his latest Jet Edge waterjet machine based on his satisfaction with Jet Edge’s equipment, service and training.

“We have run our other systems 16 hours a day or more for over two and a half years,” he said. “Anytime we have had issues, Jet Edge has been very good at offering technical solutions to help us out. Jet Edge’s lifetime training program also has been very successful for us. We have sent people to training at Jet Edge and we’ve had training here. It has been very valuable as we have added locations and new operators.”

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For more information about Jacquet, visit www.myjacquet.com or call 484-945-1075 (Jacquet Mid Atlantic), 262-898-1381 (Jacquet Midwest), 949-221-9551 (Jacquet West), or 281-397-9920 (Jacquet Houston).

For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

The Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry Waterjet System
The Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry Waterjet System is available in 5’x5’, 5’x13’, 8’x5’, 8X13’, 21’x5’ and 21’X13’ work envelopes.

The Mid Rail Gantry features an exposed tank that easily accommodates overhead loading. It comes standard with one abrasivejet cutting head; a second cutting head can be added to increase productivity. The Mid Rail Gantry is ball-screw driven for higher accuracy. Its sturdy heavy-wall tubular steel construction eliminates vibration and increases longevity. The Mid Rail Gantry utilizes an industrial PC controller and can be configured so that all three axes are fully programmable (Z optional). It also features direct-couple AC brushless digital servo motors and single or double carriages. Critical bearing components are protected with heavy metal covers with brush seals.

Like all Jet Edge products, the Mid Rail Gantry is proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or 763-497-8700.

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Waterjet Manufacturer Jet Edge Posting Latest Updates on Facebook

2009-08-10T07:24:00.000-07:00

ST. MICHAEL, Minn. (August 10, 2009) – Waterjet systems manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc. is now using Facebook to spread the word about its latest product updates, used waterjet equipment inventory and much more. Become a friend of Jet Edge at http://www.facebook.com/people/Jet-Edge/629911554.

Jet Edge’s Facebook friends get the latest updates from Jet Edge as they happen, including immediate alerts when used water jet equipment is posted to the used waterjets list on www.jetedge.com. Jet Edge’s Facebook friends also are among the first to find out about Jet Edge’s latest waterjet innovations and new products.

Jet Edge also uses Facebook to announce new waterjet product and waterjet application videos, waterjet success stories, new company literature, new distributors, trade show appearances and much more.

Jet Edge waterjet systems are used around the world by a wide variety of industries, including aerospace and defense, automotive, petrochemical, energy and general manufacturing. Jet Edge precision waterjets cut virtually any material, from metals and stone to carpet, foam and even food. Jet Edge’s waterjet surface preparation tools are used for paint, coatings and corrosion removal, and Jet Edge mobile waterjet cutters are primarily used to cut pipelines, steel reinforced concrete, reactor vessels and fabricated metal structures. They are ideal for cutting where flames and heat are restricted.

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For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or e-mail sales@jetedge.com. To request information about Jet Edge waterjets, please complete our Information Request Form.

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjets are proudly made in the U.S.A.

100HP Waterjet Pumps Only $62,500 U.S.

2009-08-04T08:59:00.000-07:00

ST. MICHAEL, Minn. (August 4, 2009) – Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjets and waterjet pumps, is pleased to introduce its new economical iP60-100S 100hp 60,000 psi (4,100 bar) waterjet pump.

Priced at just $62,500* U.S., the iP60-100S is the most affordable 100hp 60,000psi waterjet intensifier pump on the market. The iP60-100S is a single intensifier version of Jet Edge’s popular 100hp water jet pump. By eliminating the second intensifier, Jet Edge is able to offer the iP60-100S at a low price without sacrificing quality. The iP60-100S waterjet intensifier pump produces 2.0 gpm (7.6 lpm) of ultra-high pressure water for precision waterjet cutting, water blasting, cleaning and surface preparation applications. It supports orifices up to .021” (.53 mm).

Like all Jet Edge waterjet pumps, the iP60-100S features Jet Edge’s reliable tie-rod design. This design has no threaded cylinder, no threaded end caps, and no threaded hydraulic cylinder, making it less prone to cracking than threaded designs. Matched-metal components prevent galling of hydraulic system components. Jet Edge water jet pumps feature hydraulic accumulators, which reduce wear on the hydraulic pump. Hydraulic fluid also is cooled and filtered. Jet Edge waterjet pumps feature a rugged hydraulic center section which incorporates high-duty cycle-rated piston seal and wear rings; free-floating self-aligning plungers increase seal life. Jet Edge’s hydraulic systems have a 4,000-hour warranty. Jet Edge water jet pumps also feature attenuators which smooth pressure fluctuations and deliver a constant and steady stream of ultra-high pressure water to the cutting tool, ensuring optimal cut quality. Jet Edge offers a wide range of electric and diesel waterjet intensifier pumps from 30-280hp; 36,000, 60,000 and 90,000 psi models are available.

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A.

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Waterjet Cutting Innovations Highlighted in Jet Edge’s SOUTH-TEC Presentation

2009-07-30T13:42:00.000-07:00

ST. MICHAEL, Minn. (July 30, 2009) – Learn about the latest advancements in precision waterjet cutting technology during Jet Edge’s special presentation, “The Latest Innovations in Waterjet Technology,” 10:30-10:55 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at the SOUTH-TEC Advanced Productivity Exposition, at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, N.C.

During the presentation, David Arthur, Jet Edge’s Southeast regional sales manager, will discuss Jet Edge’s latest waterjet technology advancements, including its 90,000psi X-Stream water jet pumps which are capable of increasing productivity up to 50% and reducing operating costs up to 40%. Arthur also will discuss Jet Edge’s Mid Rail Gantry waterjet cutting machines and contact height sensing technology. Based in Atlanta, Arthur is a recognized waterjet industry expert with more than 20 years experience in the manufacturing industry. Jet Edge is exhibiting at SOUTH-TEC in booth 14072.

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Water Jet Abrasive Removal System Removes up to 10 Pounds of Garnet per Minute!

2009-07-29T14:54:00.001-07:00

Chukar Waterjet, Inc., a leading supplier of waterjet parts for waterjet cutting and cleaning equipment, is pleased to introduce the Waterjet Cyclone waterjet abrasive removal system.

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Chukar’s Waterjet Cyclone abrasive removal system is a cyclonic garnet extraction machine that removes up to 10 pounds of garnet abrasive per minute from any waterjet cutting system. The system features a 1 yard hopper that requires only 25 square feet of floor space. It can be custom-sized for any waterjet tank.

The Waterjet Cyclone has numerous advantages. It is easy to set up and operate, can be operated while unattended, and requires no machine downtime to remove abrasive. The only moving parts that come in contact with the abrasive slurry are two check valves at the bottom of the pump. There are no expensive parts that have to be replaced due to abrasive wear. For more information about the Waterjet Cyclone abrasive removal system, visit www.chukarwaterjet.com or call 1-888-497-8749.

About Chukar Waterjet, Inc.
Chukar Waterjet, Inc. is a supplier of high quality parts for waterjet cutting and cleaning equipment. Chukar offers a complete line of waterjet replacement parts for Flow International, Omax, WSI, KMT/IR, and Jet Edge waterjets. Chukar Waterjet also provides prompt, high-quality waterjet fabrication services and cleaning applications, and is a leader in service for lease and rental of ultra-high pressure (UHP) waterjet mobile equipment.

For more information about Chukar Waterjet, Inc., visit www.chukarwaterjet.com, e-mail sales@chukarwaterjet.com, or call 1-888-497-8749 or (763) 497-8749.

Jet Edge Showcasing Cutting-Edge Waterjet Technology at SOUTH-TEC 2009 October 6-8

2009-07-21T11:39:00.000-07:00

ST. MICHAEL, Minn. (July 21, 2009) – Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjet systems, will showcase its latest waterjet cutting innovations at the SOUTH-TEC Advanced Productivity Exposition, Oct. 6-8 at the Charlotte Convention Center in Charlotte, N.C. Look for Jet Edge in Booth 14072.

Visitors to the Jet Edge booth will learn about Jet Edge’s innovative precision waterjet cutting products, including its 90,000 psi (6,200 bar) waterjet pump technology and new Mid Rail Gantry precision waterjet cutting machine. Jet Edge technical experts will be available to answer questions about waterjetting applications.

SOUTH-TEC attendees can learn about the latest advancements in waterjet cutting technology during Jet Edge’s presentation, “The Latest Innovations in Waterjet Cutting,” 10:30-10:55 a.m., Thursday, Oct. 8 in the SOUTH-TEC Theater. During this presentation, Jet Edge will present its latest capabilities, including its new Mid Rail Gantry precision waterjet cutting machines and 90,000 psi X-Stream waterjet pumps.

Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry Waterjet System
Capable of producing complex parts out of virtually any material, the Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry features an exposed tank that easily accommodates overhead loading. It comes standard with one abrasivejet cutting head; a second cutting head can be added to increase productivity. Optional mirroring capabilities make it possible to cut part cycle time in half. The Mid Rail Gantry is ball-screw driven for higher accuracy. Its sturdy heavy-wall tubular steel construction eliminates vibration and increases longevity. The Mid Rail Gantry utilizes an industrial PC controller and can be configured so that all three axes are fully programmable (Z optional). It also features direct-couple AC brushless digital servo motors and single or double carriages. Critical bearing components are protected with heavy metal covers with brush seals. The Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry waterjet machine is available in many sizes, including 5’x5’, 5’x13’, 8’x5’, 8’X13’, 21’x5’and 21’X13’.

X-Stream xP90-100 Waterjet Intensifier Pump
Jet Edge’s 100hp X-Stream xP90-100 waterjet intensifier pump is capable of producing 90,000 psi and supports 75,000 psi continuous operating pressure. The X-Stream achieves much faster cutting speeds and drastically lowers operating costs compared to traditional 60,000 psi pumps, enabling users to increase productivity and reduce part costs. The X-Stream produces 50% more pressure than a 60,000 psi intensifier pump, resulting in a 40-50% increase in productivity for many materials. Compared to a 60,000 psi pump, typical operating pressures of 75,000 psi use 30% less water, 30% less power, and up to 50% less abrasive, resulting in a 40% reduction in operating costs. The X-Stream is capable of producing flow rates of 1.45gpm and supports up to a .017” orifice. Its fittings and tubing are rated for 100KSI. The X-Stream is backed by nearly 10 years of extensive research and development in hyper-pressure technology. It also is available in a 50hp model.

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

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Elliott-Matsuura Distributing Jet Edge Waterjets in Canada

2009-07-16T11:39:00.000-07:00

OAKVILLE, Ontario (July 16, 2009) – Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjets for precision cutting, coating removal and surface preparation, is pleased to announce that Elliott-Matsuura Canada Inc. has been selected as its exclusive waterjet systems distributor for Canada.

As coast-to-coast distributor of Jet Edge water jets, Elliott-Matsuura carries Jet Edge’s full line of precision waterjet cutting equipment, including waterjet cutting machines and waterjet intensifier pumps. The company’s service engineers are authorized to provide installation, repairs, calibration and maintenance for Jet Edge waterjet equipment.

Based in Oakville, Ontario, Elliott-Matsuura Canada Inc. has been supplying and supporting quality machine tools to the Canadian metal cutting industry since 1950. In addition to Jet Edge waterjets, Elliott-Matsuura carries a full range of metalworking machinery, including EDM machines, machining and turning centers, grinders, metal forming and metrology equipment, horizontal boring mills, vertical turning lathes and much more. Elliott-Matsuura also provides applications engineering support, including demonstrations, time studies, training, programming, feasibility studies, tooling and fixture selection and design, as well as plant and equipment layout.

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For more information about Elliott-Matsuura Canada Inc., visit http://elliottmachinery.com, call 905-829-2211 or e-mail sales@elliottmachinery.com.

For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343), 763-497-8700 or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjets are proudly made in the U.S.A.

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Waterjets Increase Methane Well Productivity

2009-07-15T12:34:00.000-07:00

Centura Oil Inc. of Minnetonka, Minn., is dramatically increasing oil and gas well productivity with its CenJet 90® 90º downhole waterjet cutting system.

Powered by a portable Jet Edge diesel-powered water jet intensifier pump, the CenJet 90® uses a 55,000psi waterjet cutter to quickly pierce through the well casing and cut multiple 8' to 10' long lateral perforations up to 10" in diameter into the surrounding coalseam. This unique waterjetting process can increase a coalbed methane well's production up to 300% by expanding its area of influence by 16' to 20' in diameter at multiple depths, said Centura Oil President Michael Uthe, who noted that the process typically pays for itself within a year.

According to Uthe, the CenJet 90® has successfully stimulated coalbed methane wells more than 3,400' deep in the San Juan Basin, New Mexico. The system is capable of cutting at depths greater than 4,000'. Centura Oil's CenJet 90® waterjet system can be used to stimulate any type of cased or uncased well, including coalbed methane, natural gas and oil. It works especially well in coalbed methane wells because it can cut through the coal seam much more effectively than traditional well stimulation methods. The process typically requires less than two days of site work.

The CenJet 90® consists of a modified Jet Edge Permalign II® abrasivejet cutting head that is coupled to coiled steel tubing and lowered down the wellbore. The cutting head is oriented at 90 degrees to the well casing and is brought up to pressure at precise depths to perforate the casing and surrounding formation. The powerful abrasive waterjet, which is capable of cutting 15" titanium, cuts a single perforation in San Juan Basin coal in about 15 minutes at 55,000 psi. During operation, the tool never leaves the wellbore.

Uthe said he decided to equip the CenJet 90® with a Jet Edge intensifier pump and to use a modified version of Jet Edge's waterjet cutting head because he needed dependable equipment that could stand up to a harsh remote environment.

"If I have 3,000 feet of hose downhole, and something breaks, I stand to lose a lot of money. I bought the Jet Edge waterjet intensifier pump after meeting [then Jet Edge President] Jerry Lague and getting several referrals from people who told me that Jet Edge was the most reliable pump on the market. The Jet Edge waterjet pump has been extremely dependable and Jet Edge's support has been excellent. I know that when I need to call Jet Edge, someone will answer. Even on Saturdays, I can get through to someone on Jet Edge's 24-hour emergency cell phone."

Centura Oil's waterjet well stimulation process is far more cost effective and environmentally friendly than conventional coalbed methane well completion and rehabilitation methods, Uthe noted.

"Conventional perforation operations are typically performed using a shaped charge," he explained. "The formation can experience damage due to the violent nature of the explosive charge. The CenJet 90®, on the other hand, washes and cleans as it is cutting, eliminating near well bore damage and increasing perforation depth by as much as three times that of conventional perforations.

"Conventional well completion and rehabilitation projects also typically require costly hydraulic fracturing to keep fractures open. The hydraulic fracturing process involves pumping chemical fluids and proppants, such as sand or ceramic beads, into the formation. To date, none of the coalbed methane wells stimulated by Centura Oil's waterjetting system have needed to be fracture stimulated."

Centura Oil's waterjet well stimulation process has numerous environmental benefits. Stimulating existing wells extends their lives and increases their productivity, reducing the need for energy companies to drill new wells. Since wells stimulated by the CenJet 90® have not required hydraulic fracturing, their owners have avoided those costs and potential damage to the formation. The CenJet 90® uses only four gallons of water and one pound of garnet abrasive per minute. Garnet is a natural stone that can be disposed of in a landfill. The effluent created by the waterjet cutting process consists of coal cuttings, garnet and water. It is flushed out of the well and discharged into a lined holding pond.

Centura Oil offers its waterjet well recompletion and production enhancement services worldwide and plans to expand into new well completions. In addition to providing well stimulation service, Centura Oil also sells its CenJet 90® waterjetting systems under a licensing agreement.

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For more information about Centura Oil and the CenJet 90® downhole 90º waterjet cutting process, visit www.centuraoil.com, e-mail info@centuraoil.com or call 952-545-6431.

For more information about Jet Edge waterjets and ultra-high pressure waterjet intensifier pumps, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE.

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Water Jet Pump Produces 36,000 PSI for Mobile Water Jet Cutting, Surface Preparation

2009-07-13T09:51:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge, Inc., is pleased to introduce the iP36-280DS diesel-powered waterjet intensifier pump.

Ideal for use in remote and/or mobile locations where electricity is scarce, the iP36-280DS is powered by a reliable 280hp Cummins turbo diesel engine that meets domestic and international Tier 3 emissions standards. It is capable of producing a flow rate of up to 7.2 gallons (27 liters) per minute of 36,000 psi (2,500 bar) ultra-high pressure water for waterjet cutting, surface preparation and cleaning applications.

The iP36-280DS waterjet pump utilizes a pressure-compensated hydraulic system to drive dual plunger-style intensifiers. The use of hydraulic fluid power provides smooth flowing UHP water resulting in long system life. Reliable and precise control of the electronically shifted intensifiers ensures superior performance standards with reduced operating costs. The water jet pump is built on a skid-mounted frame with lifting eyes and forklift guides provided for increased mobility. It also is available in a 55,000 psi (4,100 bar) model.

For more information about the Jet Edge iP36-280DS diesel-powered water jet pump, visit www.jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry Water Jet Cutting Machine Featured in New Video

2009-07-08T11:35:00.000-07:00

ST. MICHAEL, Minn. (July 8, 2009) – Jet Edge, Inc. is pleased to announce its new video featuring its Mid Rail Gantry waterjet cutting machine. The video can be viewed at www.jetedge.com.

In the video, Jet Edge highlights the performance features and capabilities of its latest waterjet cutting system, which is capable of cutting virtually any material. The Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry waterjet system features an exposed tank that easily accommodates overhead loading. It comes standard with one abrasivejet cutting head; a second cutting head can be added to increase productivity. The Mid Rail Gantry is available in a wide range of sizes, including 5’x5’, 5’x13’, 8’x5’, 8’X13’, 21’x5’and 21’X13’.

The Mid Rail Gantry is ball-screw driven for higher accuracy. Its sturdy heavy-wall tubular steel construction eliminates vibration and increases longevity. The Mid Rail Gantry utilizes an industrial PC controller and can be configured so that all three axes are fully programmable (Z optional). It also features direct-couple AC brushless digital servo motors and single or double carriages. Critical bearing components are protected with heavy metal covers with brush seals. Optional mirroring capabilities make it possible to cut part cycle time in half.

The Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry is powered by a Jet Edge waterjet intensifier pump. Jet Edge waterjet pumps are available in 60,000 psi (4,100 bar) and 90,000 psi (6,200 bar) models, and range in horsepower from 30hp to 280hp. Like all Jet Edge waterjets, the Mid Rail Gantry is proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or 763-497-8700.

About Jet Edge Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343). Request Information About Jet Edge Water Jets

Jet Edge Exhibiting Latest Waterjet Technology at 2009 American WJTA Conference and Expo

2009-06-29T08:48:00.000-07:00

ST. MICHAEL, Minn. (June 29, 2009) – Jet Edge, Inc., will showcase its latest innovations in waterjet cutting and ultra-high pressure surface preparation technology at the WaterJet Technology Association’s 2009 American WJTA Conference and Expo, Aug. 18-20, at the Marriott Westchase Hotel in Houston, Texas. Look for Jet Edge in Hall A Booth 209.

Visitors to the Jet Edge booth will learn about Jet Edge’s mobile and precision waterjet products, including its 90,000 psi (6,200 bar) waterjet intensifier pump technology, its new Hydraulic Versacutter portable abrasive waterjet cutting and beveling system, and the Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry precision waterjet cutting machine. Jet Edge also will showcase its ultra-high pressure water blasting tools and portable diesel-powered waterjet intensifier pumps. Jet Edge technical experts will be available to answer questions about waterjetting applications.

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For more information about the 2009 American WJTA Conference and Expo, visit www.wjta.org.

For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com.

About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A. For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

Waterjet Manufacturer Jet Edge Selects Sunny Limited to Distribute Waterjet Pumps, Waterjet Systems in Japan

2009-06-16T07:13:00.000-07:00

ST. MICHAEL, Minn. (June 16, 2009) -- Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjet and abrasivejet systems for precision cutting, coating removal and surface preparation, is pleased to announce that Sunny Limited of Tokyo, Japan, has been selected as its new waterjet systems distributor for Japan.

As a distributor of Jet Edge waterjets, Sunny Limited is authorized to sell, install and service Jet Edge waterjet intensifier pumps, waterjet cutting machines and water blasting, surface preparation and cleaning equipment throughout Japan.

Sunny Limited is a well-established importer/exporter of industrial equipment with nearly 50 years of industrial experience. The company operates from its head office in Tokyo and seven other offices throughout Japan including Kagoshima, Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Takatsuki, Yokohama, and Tsukuba. Like Jet Edge, Sunny Limited provides 24/7/365 technical support and service to their customers for the products they import and distribute.

In addition to Jet Edge waterjets, Sunny Limited imports a wide variety of industrial products from the United States and Europe, including pumps, compressors, valves, water quality meters and measuring instruments. Sunny Limited also designs, manufactures and exports specialized industrial and environmental engineering solutions.

For more information about Sunny Limited, visit www.sunnyltd.co.jp, call +81-3-3254-7101 or e-mail sunnyltd@sunnyltd.co.jp.

For more information about international distributorship opportunities with Jet Edge, contact Dave Anderson, International Sales Manager, at +1 763 497 8718, DaveA@jetedge.com, or visit www.jetedge.com.

Jet Edge June Newsletter

2009-06-10T07:43:00.000-07:00

We just posted our June newsletter at http://www.jetedge.com/news/jet-edge-waterjets-june-2009-newsletter.pdf.

Used Waterjets Posted on Jet Edge Waterjet Systems Website

2009-06-08T06:55:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjet and abrasivejet systems for precision cutting, coating removal and surface preparation, is now posting used water jet machines, pumps and accessories for sale on www.jetedge.com.

Jet Edge’s used waterjet equipment inventory includes ultra-high pressure water jet intensifier pumps, waterjet motion systems and accessories, and ultra-high pressure waterjet systems for mobile cleaning and cutting. Jet Edge’s waterjet intensifier pumps feature a reliable tie-rod design. Many Jet Edge customers have more than 30,000-40,000 hours on Jet Edge water jet pumps that are still going strong.

For more information about Jet Edge’s new and used waterjet systems, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

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Michael Waltrip Racing's David Reutimann Wins First Sprint Cup Series Race

2009-06-05T14:11:00.000-07:00

Jet Edge congratulates David Reutimann and Michael Waltrip Racing (MWR) on their first Sprint Cup Series victory at the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte. We are very proud that our water jet cutting system is used to cut 250 parts for each of MWR's racecars.

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Photo courtesy Michael Waltrip Racing.

Portable Waterjets, Mobile Waterjet Cutters, Water Jet Pumps, Water Blasters Highlighted in Brochure

2009-05-20T07:24:00.001-07:00

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjet and abrasivejet systems for precision cutting, coating removal and surface preparation, recently released a new brochure highlighting its mobile waterjet cutting systems and ultra-high pressure waterjet coating removal and surface preparation products.

The new brochure features Jet Edge’s mobile line of ultra-high pressure waterjet intensifier pumps which are available in electric and diesel models ranging from 36,000 psi (2,500 bar) to 60,000 psi (4,000 bar) and 50-280 horsepower, as well as its wide variety of ultra-high pressure water jet surface preparation and water jet cutting tools.

Jet Edge’s waterjet surface preparation tools blast away corrosion, old coatings, soluble salt, chemicals and surface damage prior to recoating or repainting. They eliminate airborne dust contamination and greatly reduce waste disposal issues associated with traditional surface preparation methods, making them especially suitable for marine applications.

Jet Edge’s mobile waterjet cutting products are ideal for cutting pipelines, steel reinforced concrete, reactor vessels and fabricated metal structures. They cut without heat or flames, making it possible for operators to cut in areas where flames are restricted.

To request a brochure, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.
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About Jet Edge
Established in 1984, Jet Edge is a global designer and manufacturer of waterjet systems for precision cutting, surface preparation and coating removal. Jet Edge systems are used around the world in a broad range of industries, from the world's leading airlines to automotive, aerospace, industrial manufacturers, machine and job shops. Jet Edge waterjet systems are proudly made in the U.S.A.

For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343).

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