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CNC Hardware and Software for Plasma and Oxy-Fuel Cutting



OPENCut is the latest CNC hardware/software solution for plasma and oxy-fuel from OSAI USA. "Designed to optimize startup, productivity and cutting quality, this system comes complete with all elements needed for plasma 2D, bevel and oxy-fuel cutting," said a company spokesperson.

The OPENCut system is built to be a complete modular solution customizable according to an original equipment manufacturer's needs. The system modules are from OPENCut and are specifically designed for the OPEN control OSAI CNC, up to the multi-touch operator panel, drives and I/O systems controlled via EtherCAT fieldbus. The plasma generator system is available in 120, 250 and 420 amp sizes equipped with automatic gas console.

The OPENCut, HMI and CAM software with 2D and 3D graphics for profile definition has pre-defined icon libraries and automatic nesting of different profiles. "Utilizing advanced software modules and hardware components, OPENCut simplifies installation, startup and time to market," said the spokesperson.

Included in the system package are graphic, multi-touch SW oriented HMI with 2D and 3D graphics for program execution control, customizable machine logic specifically designed for plasma/oxy fuel, offset management compensation of bevel cutting parameters, 3D cutting head control, newest version CNC OPENcontrol, drives connected via EtherCAT or proprietary fieldbuses, mutli-tool drilling/milling heads management and more.

OSAI has organized OPENCut into modular units according to user requirements from 2D to bevel application:

  • The Standard unit level includes all functions to control 2D machines.
  • The Advanced level adds automatic different profile nesting and 3D simulator.
  • The Automatic level includes automatic cutting parameter choice, lead in/out, cutting path checking and automatic collision correction and cycle time calculation.
  • The 3D Automatic level includes everything above plus bevel heads management and technological parameters for bevel cutting.

"OPENCut is simple, ergonomic and touchscreen oriented," said Ivica Simunic, National Sales Manager for OSAI USA. "It is a user-friendly solution with graphic interface including nesting and graphic work lists. Minimal training ensures fast startup and maximum productivity."

For more information contact:

Ivica Simunic

National Sales Manager

OSAI USA

711 East Main Street

Chicopee, MA 01020

413-598-5200

sales.osai.usa@primaelectro.com

www.osaicnc.com

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