Material Handling Equipment Manufacturer Anderson-Crane Company Installs Jet Edge Waterjet System

Jet Edge Inc. is pleased to announce that Anderson-Crane Company, a world leading material handling equipment manufacturer, has installed a Jet Edge waterjet cutting system at its fabrication facility in Litchfield, Minn.  With its new waterjet system, Anderson-Crane is now capable of cutting complex finished-quality parts from virtually any material.

Anderson-Crane Company manufactures a wide variety of material handling equipment, including screw conveyors, screw feeders and bucket elevators, specializing in custom projects. Anderson-Crane conveyors are used around the world to move everything from chocolate to taconite.  The company also fabricates hoppers, bins and gates. In addition to manufacturing its own products, Anderson-Crane operates as a local job shop, building structural equipment for local businesses and molds for the plastics industry. It also offers metal repair services.

Founded in 1950 as an offshoot of its Minneapolis-based sister company Anderson-Crane Rubber Company, Anderson-Crane Company has been steadily growing its fabrication facility and capabilities for more than 60 years. 

Company spokesman Rob Crane attributes his company’s growth and customer loyalty to its unsurpassed commitment to quality and its expertise in manufacturing custom material handling equipment.

“Anderson-Crane has become recognized as a leader in quality in the material handling business, delivering products with a very high attention to detail and finish,” Crane commented.  “We have decades-long customers that include Fortune 500 companies and major multi-nationals. We pay very close attention to our products’ fit and finish, assuring all dimensions are precise and weldments are cleaned.  Customers call on us when they have a special conveyor design that can’t be found in a catalog. We treat our customers’ projects as unique equipment that deserves close attention to detail and quality.”

This meticulous attention to quality is what compelled Anderson-Crane to install a precision waterjet cutting system, Crane noted.  Before installing its water jet, the company had been cutting parts on a CNC plasma machine and outsourcing work to waterjet shops.

“Due to our high demand for quality, we have spent a lot of time cleaning parts that come off our plasma machine,” Crane recalled.  “We decided to buy a waterjet because of its clean cut; our goal is to reduce rework and part cleaning time.  We wanted a system that cut parts with little or no edge cleanup required. A laser proved too costly and a waterjet allowed us to cut metal (our main working material), but also softer material such as gasket. We had been outsourcing waterjet cutting and were always satisfied with the edge quality and easy assembly of its finished parts. With the waterjet we’re able to move from raw material to finished parts in as little time as possible while improving our products’ quality and precision.”

Anderson-Crane’s new waterjet cutting capabilities will help the company maintain its competitive edge, Crane noted.

“Manufacturers in the material handling industry do not focus on the same level of quality as we do,” he said. “Adding a waterjet to our fabrication process set the quality bar even higher. Our goal is to minimize the time it takes to go from raw material to assembly. As we implement this, we’re striving to consistently deliver a product with outstanding quality.  We’re setting Anderson-Crane even further apart in an industry where quality and workmanship are often afterthoughts.”

In addition to improving its own products, Anderson-Crane also plans to grow its job shop business by offering waterjet cutting services.  It plans to cut primarily mild and stainless steel and occasionally rubber gasket and UHMW.

Anderson-Crane’s Jet Edge Mid Rail Gantry waterjet system features an 8’x13’ work envelope and SigmaNEST® Companion CAD/CAM nesting software to maximize material usage.  It is powered by a 60,000 psi, 50hp Jet Edge iP60-50 waterjet intensifier pump.  The system features an eco-friendly Ebbco closed-loop water filtration and chilling system that prolongs waterjet component life and reduces water consumption and sewage fees by recycling water.

Anderson-Crane decided to buy its waterjet specifically from Jet Edge for a variety of reasons, Crane noted.

“Jet Edge’s proximity to our shop is a unique benefit,” he said.  “Being close to the manufacturer for support and training is important to us. We also wanted a dual gantry design, which we see as a more robust design than cantilever models offered by other waterjet firms.”

More Information

For more information about Anderson-Crane Company, visit www.screw-conveyor.com or call 800-314-2747 or 612-359-3535.

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

 

MWR Installs Jet Edge 5-Axis Waterjet System

Jet Edge, Inc. is pleased to announce that Michael Waltrip Racing (MWR) has installed a second Jet Edge precision water jet cutting system at its fabrication shop in Cornelius, N.C.

For its second waterjet machine, MWR selected Jet Edge’s new EDGE X-5 5-axis waterjet cutting system, which is capable of cutting beveled and taper-free parts from virtually any material. The machine is powered by a 100hp Jet Edge iP55-100 hydraulic intensifier pump that pressurizes water to 55,000 psi and features IGEMS CAD/CAM/NESTING software.  This new multi-axis water jet system complements MWR’s existing 3-axis 90,000 psi 100 hp High Rail Gantry system, installed in 2008.

MWR uses its Jet Edge waterjets to cut more than 1,000 parts for each of its NASCAR Sprint Cup cars.  It builds about 56 cars per year, including the #55 Aaron’s Dream Machine Toyota Camry driven by Michael Waltrip, Mark Martin and Brian Vickers, the #56 NAPA AUTO PARTS Toyota Camry driven by Martin Truex Jr., and the #15 5-hour ENERGY Toyota Camry driven by Clint Bowyer.

“Our engineering department is very excited to have this powerful new tool,” said Tom German, MWR chief technical officer. “The Jet Edge EDGE X-5 is taking our fabricating capabilities to a whole new level. In fact, we’ve already taken design improvements to the track and Victory Lane.”

Jet Edge President Jude Lague said Jet Edge is proud to install a second system at Michael Waltrip Racing.

“MWR has a lot at stake when it comes to the performance and reliability of its manufacturing equipment,” Lague said.  “We’re very proud that we’ve earned their confidence and that they chose Jet Edge for their second system.”   

For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.  For more information about Michael Waltrip Racing, visit 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 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 +1-763-497-8700.  Follow us on Twitter @jetedge.

Machinery Forum Representing Jet Edge Water Jet Systems in Australia

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjets for precision cutting, coating removal and surface preparation, is pleased to announce that Machinery Forum NSW Pty. Ltd. has been selected as its newest waterjet systems dealer covering the Australian market. 

Machinery Forum carries Jet Edge’s full line of waterjet cutting and surface preparation equipment, including waterjet cutting machines, waterjet intensifier pumps and portable waterjetting systems. The company also carries Jet Edge waterjet parts and is authorized to service Jet Edge waterjet equipment.

Based in Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney with plans for other states, Machinery Forum has been a supplier of leading edge manufacturing technology to the Australian manufacturing industry since 1956, and has extensive experience in diverse fields of manufacturing including metal cutting, foundry equipment, electronic PCB, cable manufacturing, wire processing, concrete reinforcing, steel processing, solar panel manufacturing, and many others.

“Jet Edge is very proud to be represented by Machinery Forum,” said Jude Lague, Jet Edge president.  “Their highly skilled and experienced sales and technical staff will be a tremendous asset to our Australian customers.” 

For more information about Machinery Forum, visit www.machineryforum.com.au, e-mail machinery@mafosyd.com.au or call (02) 9638 9600. For more information about Jet Edge waterjets, visit www.jetedge.com, call +1 763-497-8726 or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.

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

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.

Water Jet Systems Manufacturer Jet Edge Exhibiting at Metalworking Manufacturing & Production Expo May 7 in Coquitlam, B.C.

Jet Edge Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure (UHP) water jet systems, announced today that it is exhibiting at the Metalworking Manufacturing & Production Expo from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. May 7 at the Red Robinson Show Theatre in Coquitlam, B.C.

During this informative table-top forum, attendees will have the opportunity to meet face-to-face with waterjet and metal fabrication technology experts from Jet Edge and its Canadian distributor, Elliott-Matsuura Canada Inc. Admission is free.

Jet Edge manufactures complete systems for precision water jet cutting, mobile waterjet cutting, and UHP cleaning and surface preparation operations.  It offers the widest range of waterjet pumps in the industry, including hydraulic intensifier pumps and direct drive pumps.  Models are available in 36,000 psi, 60,000 psi and 90,000 psi pressures; electric and diesel, 30-280hp.

For more information about the Metalworking Manufacturing & Production Expo, visit www.mmpshow.com.

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.

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.

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

Jet Edge Sponsoring Gateway to Europe Trade Conference June 4,5 Minneapolis

Jet Edge Inc., a St. Michael, Minnesota-based manufacturer of ultra high pressure water jet technology, announced today that it will be one of the corporate sponsors of the upcoming  “Gateway to Europe International Trade Conference,” June 4-5 at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Minneapolis.  The conference is hosted by the Minnesota District Export Council (MN DEC) in cooperation with the U.S. Commercial Service.

With over 300 companies expected to participate, this international trade conference offers U.S. businesses unique opportunities to develop networks, devise strategies, and expand knowledge of current economic and political trends across the region.  Conference attendees will have the opportunity to pre-schedule one-on-one meetings with more than 25 senior commercial diplomats from markets in Western, Central, and Eastern Europe, Russia, Turkey, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan.  They also will have the opportunity to identify the best business opportunities in multiple markets and attend keynote addresses by leaders from private industry and government. Markets covered during the conference include Austria, Baltics, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Kazakhstan, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, U.S. Mission to the EU, and U.S. Mission to IAEA.

“There are tremendous opportunities for export growth in Europe, particularly in the former Soviet Union block countries,” said David Anderson, Jet Edge international sales manager and recent MN DEC member. “If you want to grow your export sales in Europe, this conference provides a rare opportunity to meet and speak with trade experts from almost every country in Europe about the best strategies for your export business with a single travel itinerary. How easy is that?”

To register for the conference and view the latest conference agenda, visit www.exportassistance.com.  Early bird registration is $299 by May 10; standard registration is $349.  Those attending the “Access the Western Hemisphere  International Trade Conference April 23-24 will receive discounted registration of $279 for each conference if they register for both conferences by March 22.  For more information, contact the U.S. Commercial Service at info@exportassistance.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 U.S.A.

About the U.S. Commercial Service
The U.S. Commercial Service, located across the U.S. and in American Embassies and consulates in over 70 countries, is your global network of trade professionals to help your business succeed in markets around the world.

About the DEC
The Minnesota DEC is a private, nonprofit organization of experienced international business people providing export expertise to expand U.S. exporting.

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.

Brian Vickers Driving #55 Jet Edge Toyota Camry April 7 in Virginia 500

Water jet systems manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc. proudly announces that Brian Vickers will drive the #55 Jet Edge Toyota Camry April 7 at the Virginia 500 at Martinsville Speedway.

Vickers, who is driving the #55 car in nine races this year for Michael Waltrip Racing (MWR), became the youngest Busch Series champion in NASCAR history in 2003, at the age of 20.  Last September, he drove the #55 Jet Edge-Freightliner Toyota Camry to a ninth place finish at New Hampshire Motor Speedway and led the race for five laps despite starting from the rear due to an engine change.

MWR uses a Jet Edge precision water jet cutting system to cut more than 1,000 parts for each of its racecars. MWR builds about 56 cars per year, including the #55 Aaron’s Dream Machine Toyota Camry driven by Michael Waltrip, Mark Martin and Brian Vickers, the #56 NAPA AUTO PARTS Toyota Camry driven by Martin Truex Jr., and the #15 5-hour ENERGY Toyota Camry driven by Clint Bowyer. This spring, MWR is installing a second Jet Edge water jet system in its Cornelius, N.C. fabrication shop. MWR’s second water jet system will feature Jet Edge’s latest Permalign® EDGE taper control and bevel cutting technology.

“Brian ran an incredible race last fall at Loudon and we’re really excited to see him back in the Jet Edge car this spring,” said Jet Edge President Jude Lague.  “We’re very proud that MWR uses Jet Edge equipment and that they are installing a second Jet Edge.”

The race will air at 1 p.m. EST on FOX.

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.

More Information
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.

MWR and Jet Edge Renew Technical Partnership

by Jet Edge

Michael Waltrip Racing (MWR) and Jet Edge, Inc. announced today that they are renewing their longstanding technical partnership. 

MWR and Jet Edge also announced that MWR is installing a second Jet Edge water jet cutting system at its fabrication shop in Cornelius, N.C. and Brian Vickers will drive the #55 Jet Edge Toyota Camry in the Virginia 500 April 7 at Martinsville Speedway.

MWR Drivers. Courtesy Michael Waltrip Racing

MWR uses its Jet Edge precision water jet cutting system to cut more than 1,000 parts for each of its NASCAR Sprint Cup cars.  It builds about 56 cars per year, including the #55 Aaron’s Dream Machine Toyota Camry driven by Michael Waltrip, Mark Martin and Brian Vickers, the #56 NAPA AUTO PARTS Toyota Camry driven by Martin Truex Jr., and the #15 5-hour ENERGY Toyota Camry driven by Clint Bowyer.

For its second waterjet machine, MWR has selected a Mid Rail Gantry system equipped with Jet Edge’s latest Permalign® EDGE taper control and bevel cutting technology.  The system features IGEMS CAD/CAM/NESTING software and is powered by a 60,000 psi 100 hp Jet Edge intensifier pump.  This new multi-axis water jet system will complement MWR’s existing 3-axis 90,000 psi 100 hp High Rail Gantry system, which was installed in 2008.

“Our business is all about speed,” said Michael Waltrip.  “We have to get design improvements to the racetrack as fast as possible to be competitive, and that’s going to be more important than ever this year with NASCAR’s mass rule changes.  Our first Jet Edge helped us get new parts to the racetrack two weeks faster and made us a force to be reckoned with.  Just think what we’ll be able to do with two Jet Edges!”

Jet Edge President Jude Lague said Jet Edge is thrilled to continue its relationship with MWR.

“Our partnership with MWR has exceeded our wildest expectations,” Lague said.  “They have been a powerful endorsement of our capabilities and we’re proud to be associated with such a first-class organization.  We’re really excited that Brian Vickers is racing for us again this year.  He had a great run at Loudon and we’re looking forward to Martinsville.”

For more information about Jet Edge, visit www.jetedge.com, call 1-800-JET-EDGE (538-3343) or e-mail sales@jetedge.com.  For more information about Michael Waltrip Racing, visit www.michaelwaltrip.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 www.jetedge.com,
e-mail sales@jetedge.com or call +1-763-497-8700.  Follow us on Twitter @jetedge.