All Roads Lead to Jet Edge Waterjet Systems...Normally

Normally all roads lead to Jet Edge, but a doozy of a storm last night knocked down a main power transmission line that crossed every highway into St. Michael, Minnesota from the south, causing the closure of every highway to our factory from the south.  Fortunately, I-94 remained opened so those of us who live to the south of Jet Edge were able to get to work supporting our water jet systems customers through some creative navigating.

Jet Edge was spared from the storm's wrath, but many of our neighbors could be without power for days.  We're grateful that we weathered the storm, and we're especially thankful to the first responders and power company crews who are putting in a very long day today.

We tip our hat to the Wright County Sheriff's Department and Highway Department, as well as the Hennepin County Sheriff's Department and Highway Department, City of St. Michael, Xcel Energy®, Wright-Hennepin Electric and everyone else who is working hard today to clean up after the storm. Thank you!

See photos of the storm damage here.

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Jet Edge Exhibiting at St. Michael Business Expo January 24

Jet Edge, Inc., a St. Michael-based manufacturer of industrial ultra-high pressure waterjet technology, is pleased to announce its exhibit at the 2015 St. Michael Business Expo, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24 at St. Michael City Center, 11800 Town Center Dr. NE, St. Michael, Minn.

During this informative expo, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about Jet Edge and other St. Michael businesses, and meet with local business and community leaders. 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 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.

            The 2015 St. Michael Business Expo is sponsored by Shop Saint Michael.  For more information about Shop Saint Michael, visit www.shopsaintmichael.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.

Jet Edge Celebrates 30 Years in Water Jet Industry

Jet Edge, Inc., a leading manufacturer of ultra-high pressure waterjet technology, is celebrating its 30^th anniversary in 2014.

Founded in 1984, Jet Edge entered the waterjet industry during the industry’s infancy and has grown to become one of the largest and most respected manufacturers of ultra-high pressure waterjet technology in the world.  Jet Edge waterjets are used in a wide range of industries around the world, including automotive, aerospace, defense, industrial manufacturing, food production, and machine and job shops.  Jet Edge’s extensive product line includes precision waterjet cutting systems, waterjet pumps, and mobile waterjet cutting and surface preparation systems.

            “We’ve come a long way since 1984,” said Jude Lague, Jet Edge president. “We’ve seen waterjet technology evolve from its 36,000 psi (2500 bar) water-only past to today’s sophisticated and highly precise 5-axis and robotic systems that can reach pressures exceeding 90,000 psi (6200 bar).  Back in 1984, or even in 1994, waterjet was such a niche technology that many people hadn’t even heard of it.  Today, it’s as common as any machine tool, and is used to manufacture countless everyday items, from sliced fruit to titanium joint implants.”

            Lague credits Jet Edge’s success to the company’s commitment to helping customers solve their toughest manufacturing problems and willingness to engineer custom solutions.     

          

  “We were born problem solvers,” Lague said. “Our company’s founder Chris Possis couldn’t find a satisfactory waterjet pump, so he built his own.  Since then, we’ve had the opportunity to help hundreds of customers improve their manufacturing processes and we’ve responded to some of the world’s greatest crises, including the Kuwait oil fires, the Kobe earthquakes, and the Gulf of Mexico oil spill.”

            Lague noted that Jet Edge’s success in the competitive waterjet industry would not have been possible without the support of its loyal customers, dedicated employees and industry friends.

            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.

           

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. 

Free Exporting 101 Seminar July 11

Waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc. is pleased to announce that it is co-sponsoring a free exporting seminar, "Exporting 101," noon-4:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 11 at St. Michael City Center, in St. Michael, Minn.

Exporting is not just for big companies anymore. In fact, more than 97% of exporters are small to medium-sized businesses. Learn how your business can tap into the growing global marketplace during this informative exporting seminar hosted by the City of St. Michael Economic Development Authority.

Exporting 101 will include a lunch/networking hour followed by presentations from the U.S. Commercial Service, Minnesota Trade Office and Trade Acceptance Group, Ltd. It will conclude with a testimonial from St. Michael-based Jet Edge, which has grown its international water jet system sales with the help of these organizations. Participants are invited to tour nearby Jet Edge following the presentations and will have an opportunity to meet Jet Edge's visiting international distributors.

During Exporting 101, participants will gain valuable insight into the many trade resources available to them through the federal and state government, including education and trade counseling, market intelligence and research, trade missions and trade shows, international business partner matching services, the Featured U.S. Exporter (FUSE) program, and trade advocacy with foreign governments. They will learn the basic requirements for exporting, where to go for assistance, how to take advantage of free trade agreements, how to secure financing for exports and mitigate credit risk, and much more.

Speakers include Andrea Staebler Berton, international trade specialist with the U.S. Commercial Service; Mary Jo Stangl, international education advisor with the Minnesota Trade Office; Leslie A. Bergland, principal with Trade Acceptance Group, Ltd.; and David Anderson, Jet Edge's international sales manager and member of the Minnesota District Export Council. In addition, the I-94 West Chamber of Commerce will have an informational exhibit about its services including Certificates of Origin, and the St. Michael-Albertville, Monticello, Buffalo and Alexandria Rotary Clubs will display exhibits about Rotary International and the clubs' joint efforts to build two libraries in Cambodia.

Admission is free. Reservations are required by July 6. For reservations/information contact St. Michael City Hall at 763-416-7932.

Exporting 101 is sponsored by St. Michael-Albertville Rotary Club, I-94 West Chamber of Commerce and Jet Edge.

Schedule of Events

11:30 a.m. - Sign in
12 p.m. - Lunch/Networking
1 p.m. - Introductions - Marc Weigle, City of St. Michael
1:05-1:45 p.m. - Andrea Staebler Berton, U.S. Commercial Service
1:45-2:15 p.m. - Mary Jo Stangl, Minnesota Trade Office
2:15-2:45 p.m. - Leslie A. Bergland, Trade Acceptance Group
2:45-3:15 p.m. - David Anderson, Jet Edge
3:30-4:30 p.m. - Jet Edge Tour

Meet Our Speakers

Andrea Staebler Berton
International Trade Specialist, U.S. Commercial Service
Andrea Staebler Berton will discuss the numerous resources available to small and medium-sized enterprises through the U.S. Commercial Service, including trade counseling, market research, trade shows and trade missions, distributor and partner vetting, trade advocacy with foreign governments and more. She will address how to leverage free trade agreements and free trade zones, INCO-terms, Certificates of Origin and much more.

Mary Jo Stangl
International Education Advisor, Minnesota Trade Office
Mary Jo Stangl will provide an introduction to the many resources available to small and medium-sized businesses through the Minnesota Trade Office, including export counseling and assistance, education and training, market and industry intelligence, international market research, trade missions and trade shows, and protocol guidance.

Leslie A. Bergland
Principal, Trade Acceptance Group, Ltd.
Leslie A. Bergland will address risk mitigation and financing solutions to maximize export opportunities, including export and specialized-risk insurance, U.S. government (Ex-Im Bank and SBA) export working capital loan guarantees, post-export trade financing, international credit agency reports, and more.

David Anderson
International Sales Manager, Jet Edge, Inc.
David Anderson will share a success story about how Jet Edge has benefitted from the assistance of the U.S. Commercial Service, Minnesota Trade Office, Trade Acceptance Group, and U.S. Export-Import Bank. As a member of the Minnesota District Export Council, Mr. Anderson is committed to sharing his extensive knowledge with other small businesses in Minnesota who are just beginning to export or are considering exports as a way to grow their companies' revenues.

RSVP BY JULY 6

Contact St. Michael City Hall at 763-416-7932.

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