OMAX Corporation is demonstrating how advanced abrasive waterjet technology can benefit Houston area manufacturers by participating in the Houston Fabrication, Machining and Facilities Expo. During the event, taking place May 23 and 24 in Conroe, TX, at The Fairgrounds in the Expo Hall, OMAX will showcase its MAXIEM 1530 JetCutting Center paired with a 40 HP direct drive pump and motorized Z-Axis.
"OMAX introduced its MAXIEM line in 2009. Since then, the brand has proven its ability to meet customer demands for cost-efficient, industry-standard waterjet cutting technology," said a company spokesperson. "More than 20 different table sizes currently make up the MAXIEM line, and each model incorporates OMAX 50,000 PSI direct drive pump technology. All MAXIEM JetCutting Centers also include Intelli-TRAX linear drive technology enclosed inside coated steel covers, making the machines well-suited for the harsh environment. Additionally, each MAXIEM comes standard with the company's exclusive Intelli-MAX Standard Software Suite, which contains the core functionality of OMAX's waterjet-specific control software.
"The MAXIEM 1530, in particular, is suitable for a range of production runs and prototype development. The JetCutting Center is designed to provide quick turnaround of accurate parts without the hassle of tool changes or complex fixturing. The 1530 produces smooth surface finishes, eliminating the need for secondary machining. And unlike conventional machining operations, waterjet machinists enjoy clean, safe processes that are free of noxious gases, liquids or oils.
"Offering a footprint of 13 feet 8 inches x 8 feet 2 inches, the MAXIEM 1530 is suitable for space-challenged facilities. It employs an X-Y cutting travel of 10 feet 2 inches x 5 feet 2 inches. The machine's Intelli-MAX software can calculate the precision of the velocity of a tool path at over 1,000 points per inch, allowing for complete control over the motion of an abrasivejet and enabling rapid machining. The software runs on the Windows 7 Ultimate operating system and automates most programming and tool setup work.
"All MAXIEMs come standard with the electrically operated motorized Z-axis for precise nozzle positioning, which Houston Fabrication, Machining and Facilities Expo attendees will see in action on the 1530 machine. Operators can pre-program the motorized Z-axis using the OMAX 3D Path Editor Software to follow vertical contours of parts and obstacles, as well as program it with most other CAD/CAM software through a custom post processor.
"At the Houston Fabrication, Machining and Facilities Expo, attendees will experience the machine's performance using a 40 HP pump. Engineered for optimal efficiency, MAXIEM pumps deliver more than 90 percent of the electrical input power to the cutting nozzle, providing higher cutting speeds than other pumps with the same size electric motor and power consumption.
"OMAX also offers a variety of accessories so that manufacturers can create an abrasivejet system that caters to their specific needs. Accessories for MAXIEM machines can even be applied long after a machine has been purchased."
For more information contact:
OMAX Corporation
21409 72nd Ave. South
Kent, WA 98032
253-872-2300
omax@omax.com
www.omax.com
www.maxiemwaterjets.com
Houston Fabrication, Machining
and Facilities Expo Booth FS 460
TX, OK, NM
OMAX Corporation
21409 72nd Ave. South
Kent, WA 98032
253-872-2300
omax@omax.com
www.omax.com
AR
Michael Garner
Jeffreys Manufacturing Solutions-West
7123 I-30, Suite 28
Little Rock, AR 77209
501-562-8040
Federal Government
Jason Blair
Phillips Corp. - Federal Division
7390 Coca Cola Drive
Hanover, MD 21076
410-564-2900