Machine Tools – Non-Traditional

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.

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

ESAB Welding & Cutting Products introduces Enhanced Hole Technology, an integrated set of systems that improve hole-cutting quality on older machines without requiring a complete system upgrade.

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.

Renishaw's new laser melting additive-metal manufacturing process is capable of producing fully dense metal parts direct from 3D CAD data using a high-powered fiber laser.

Hypertherm announced the availability of Duramax retrofit torches for five more plasma cutting systems: the Powermax600, Powermax800, Powermax900, MAX42 and MAX43.

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

Laser Design Inc. announced the unveiling of its newest and most automated inspection-grade 3D scanning system, the SURVEYOR Auto Gage 3D.

Mitsubishi broadens its Supply Chain Offering with the introduction of an entry-level Waterjet machine, the MWX3.

Makino releases the latest version of its industry-leading SuperSpark sinker EDM technology, SuperSpark IV.

Hypertherm announced the release of two new HyIntensity Fiber Laser systems: the two kilowatt HFL020 and the one kilowatt HFL010.

GF AgieCharmilles' new FORM 200 mS with rotary tool changer (RTC) takes die-sinking electric discharge machining to the next level by bringing precise geometric quality and increased lights-out operation to micro machining and other applications.