TPi May 2019

Products & developments

X-Definition class plasma and first predictive maintenance waterjet pumps

coded junction box, electrical cable harnesses, quick-disconnect fittings and an easy access bleed-down valve all make maintenance faster and less expensive. Safety is also considered: a clear window cover allows the operator to see the intensifier and attenuator; optional electrical interlocks prevent unauthorised access and can automatically stop the pump when opened; and Seal Maintenance Technology™ helps keep the top deck and shop floor free of oil and water. John Caron, waterjet product marketing manager, commented, “In engineering this system, we worked to really understand the pain points that companies using waterjet face. Without question, the number one issue was surprise system downtime. Our new HyPrecision Predictive systems are engineered to eliminate that pain point, while delivering increased productivity and performance, improved serviceability and safety, and lower maintenance costs.” Hypertherm Europe BV – Netherlands www.hypertherm.com

helping XPR consumables last up to three times longer. “We’ve enjoyed changing people’s perceptions of plasma since the introduction of the XPR300 with X-Definition plasma,” said Phil Parker, product marketing manager for Hypertherm’s Heavy Industrial line of plasma systems. “Even experienced fabricators are surprised by the precision they are seeing, and we have seen more than a few instances where fabricators have adopted XPR plasma with its lower initial investment cost, instead of laser.” The company’s new HyPrecision Predictive waterjet pumps are equipped with features such as Hypertherm’s Advanced Intensifier Technology and new patented technologies that adjust for pressure and temperature, oil viscosity, and hydraulic system wear parts, along with technology that enables customers to use seals up to 40 per cent longer. In addition to technologies to increase performance and reduce system downtime, HyPrecision Predictive pumps are designed with ease of service in mind. Features such as a colour-

Hypertherm, a manufacturer of industrial cutting systems and software, has introduced two new systems: XPR170, which joins the XPR300 as the only two X-Definition™ capable systems in the world; and the first predictive maintenance waterjet pumps, called HyPrecision Predictive, to reduce maintenance costs and disruption caused by non-planned service. A combination of engineering advances and refined high-definition plasma processes help the XPR170 with X-Definition class plasma deliver plasma cut quality on thin to mid-range thickness metal. The cut quality advances are especially notable on non-ferrous metals like aluminium and stainless steel because of patent-pending processes that create squarer cut edges, less angularity and enhanced surface finish. The system also cuts faster and uses power more efficiently than earlier generation systems. Consumable life and cut quality over the life of the consumables is boosted by technology that protects consumables from the negative impact of ramp down errors,

XPR170 and XPR300 X-Definition capable systems

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