Water Jet Webinar Features Tips for Increasing Water Jet Cutting Productivity

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!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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