Direct Drive Pump Benefits for Abrasive Waterjet
In the world of abrasive waterjets there are basically 2 options when it comes to pumps – the hydraulic intensifier and the direct drive crankshaft style. For many customers figuring…
Read More Year End Predictions for Manufacturing
2018 has been an incredibly strong year for much of the manufacturing arena with the country’s gross domestic product expanding at a 4.2% rate in the second quarter, nearly double…
Read More Markforged Mark 2 Wins Again
Recently at the 2018 3D Printing Industry Awards event in London the Markforged Mark 2 won the “Enterprise 3D printer of the year” award for the second time. This gala…
Read More Benefits to Trading In Old Equipment
It may seem as though once you’ve purchased a piece of equipment you’ll never have to think about buying that again, but there are some significant advantages to upgrading old…
Read More Benefits of Preventative Maintenance for CNC Machinery
It’s commonly understood that preventative maintenance is important for industrial machinery, but it’s more than just “important” it’s critical. When you see it in terms of money saved and customers…
Read More Preventative Maintenance Tips for Abrasive Waterjets
Many customers purchase an abrasive waterjet without really considering the maintenance that will be required, and the best ways to reduce downtime. It’s important to keep in mind that with…
Read More Additive Manufacturing Follows the Footsteps of EDM
When a new technology comes into the machining industry, there are always worries that it will render other technologies inferior. It happened back when Computer Numerical Control Electrical Discharge Machining…
Read More What to do with used abrasive?
Probably the most frequently asked question from new waterjet owners, or those considering a purchase is, “What do I do with the used abrasive/garnet?” Considering that some machine set-ups can…
Read More The 90,000 PSI Myth
An established waterjet shop designed a part and then cut it on their new 90Kpsi 60HP intensifier pump. OMAX then cut the same part using their 4th Generation direct drive…
Read More 5 Things to Look for Before You Buy a Waterjet
Get sample parts cut before you buy—it’s important to watch the part being made from start to finish, so visit a manufacturer’s showroom if you can. Seeing it made in person keeps a…
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