OMAX Will Demo Advancements in Waterjet Technology at EMO MILANO

OMAX Corporation and distributor partner, ITEK, will jointly showcase the OMAX 60120 and MAXIEM 1515 JetMachining Centers loaded with direct drive pumps, advanced cutting heads and the latest Intelli-MAX Software Suite at EMO MILANO 2015, taking place October 5-10 at the Fieramilano exhibition centre. Applications experts from both companies will also be available to discuss the full range of OMAX abrasive waterjet technology available to the Italian manufacturing market.

OMAX 60120 JetMachining Center

The bridge-style OMAX 60120 JetMachining Center is designed for high accuracy of motion and to cut complex part sizes, up to 1.52 meters by 3.05 meters, from a variety of materials and thicknesses.

"The abrasive waterjet system's performance comes as a direct result of the company's Intelli-MAX Software Suite and EnduroMAX Pump technology. The user-friendly software automatically optimizes the machine's tool path for consistent quality and repeatable results, while the direct drive pump provides faster cutting speeds per unit of input than intensifier designs," said a company spokesperson.

Available in 22, 30 and 37-kW options, the EnduroMAX Pump runs continuously at 4,100 bar. At EMO 2015, a 37-kW pump will power the 60120 to demonstrate its part-processing speeds and low operating costs. The company engineered the pump with efficiency in mind so that all of its OMAX JetMachining Centers achieve more horsepower at the cutting nozzle, which translates into an extremely powerful abrasive stream and increased productivity, stated the company.

With an optional Tilt-A-Jet cutting head, the 60120 is designed to achieve virtually zero taper with most materials for cutting precision parts with square, taper-free edges, including interlocking pieces and dovetail fittings. Through the control software, the Tilt-A-Jet automatically calculates and adjusts the angle of the nozzle to accurately remove the natural taper from the finished part by transferring it to the scrap part of the material - all while maintaining high cutting rates.

MAXIEM 1515 JetMachining Center

The MAXIEM 1515 JetMachining Center has a cutting area that fits up to 1.5 meters by 1.5 meters of material stock. "Designed for use in job shops, metal service centers and trade schools, this robust, highly versatile abrasive waterjet system can productively cut a broad range of materials and thicknesses," said the spokesperson.

The all-in-one Windows 8 controller on the 1515 comes pre-loaded with the latest Intelli-MAX Software Suite, designed to make it easy to generate complex geometries and produce quality parts from virtually any type of material.

The 1515 uses a 3,450 bar direct drive pump that regulates the electricity input to the motor and reduces overall energy costs. This increased efficiency enables the pump to deliver more power at the cutting nozzle, no matter the pressure. MAXIEM direct drive pumps are available in 15, 22 and 30-kW options, with the 30-kW version on display at EMO 2015.

The optional A-Jet multi-axis cutting head adds two motion axes to the 1515 for complete 5-axis machining, which makes it easy to cut beveled edges, angled sides, 3D shapes and countersinks while compensating for taper, stated the company.

Intelli-MAX Software Suite

"The Intelli-MAX Software Suite is key to OMAX Corporation's leadership status in advanced abrasive waterjet technology. The intuitive motion control software makes it easy for users to create precision parts faster and at a lower cost than other designs by automatically optimizing the tool paths on OMAX and MAXIEM JetMachining Centers. The software also automates most programming and tool setup work, eliminating the need for extensive operator training," said the spokesperson.

OMAX Corporation continuously updates its Intelli-MAX Software Suite, the latest version of the software features a new cutting model that gives operators precise predictability as to cutting speeds, taper, jet lag and other abrasivejet factors of JetMachining Center tool paths.

Intelli-MAX is compatible with other software systems, allowing users to import from more than 90 different file formats including vector graphics, 3D files, raster graphics and CAD files. Most third-party CAD/CAM and nesting software systems can output directly to the OMAX controller software.

Distribution Network

ITEK is one of OMAX Corporation's 13 international distributor partners serving the European market. These distributors provide manufacturers with increased access to the company's waterjet technology as well as applications support, training and expert service technicians.

For more information contact:

Sandra McLain

Vice President of Marketing

OMAX Corporation

21409 72nd Ave. South

Kent, WA 98032

800-838-0343 / 253-872-2300

omax@omax.com

www.omax.com

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