Fabrication & Cutting

Deburring recommendations for small machine shops with tight tolerances.

Waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge Inc. introduces the iP36-50 Modular Waterjet Intensifier Pump.

Utilizing newly engineered ceramic grain, high-performance Rigid Kut quick-change discs from Superior Abrasives are designed for demanding burrs, heavy stock removal, and weld grinding.

Hypertherm announced the launch of the Powermax105, a new 105 amp air plasma cutting system for hand and automated cutting and gouging designed to comfortably cut 1 ¼ inch (32mm) thick metal, and sever metal up to 2 inches (50mm) thick.

Utilizing a newly engineered flexible backing, highly flexible Kushion Kut quick-change discs from Superior Abrasives are for contour sanding.

Metabo Corp. offers a combined cutting and grinding wheel.

My relationship with suppliers as of late can be summed up as, "no news is good news." Even so, just as we like to receive gratitude and recognition from our customers, it's important to remember that our suppliers should be recognized and their value shouldn't be overlooked.

A shot peening process that removes distortion from thin ceramic parts.

A line of low absorption laser CO₂ lenses that run cooler than standard lenses to provide focal length stability and help assure consistent cut quality is available from Laser Research Optics.

CGW-Camel Grinding Wheels introduces a line of USA-made surface conditioning belts designed for work in wet or dry applications including cleaning, finishing, blending and deburring.

The NC post-processor is an often overlooked piece of the chain between the CAM system and the machine's CNC, according to the Get With The Program column in the May 2012 issue of Cutting Tool Engineering.

Water jet manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc. introduces the ECO-JET Waterjet Pump.