Hypertherm has integrated its plasma-arc cutting torch height control, or its CNC with torch height control, to produce an easily installed 'entry level' mechanised plasma-arc cutting system.

Hypertherm said it has introduced its Hypertherm PowermaxEDGE, a simplified 'entry level' mechanised plasma-arc cutting system designed for quick installation, ease of use and to give maximum performance The 'bundled' system integrates a patented Powermax plasma-arc cutting system with either a standalone Sensor PHC (Plasma Height Control) or the EDGE Ti CNC with integrated torch height control

Hypertherm, based in Hannover, New Haven, USA, told manufac turingtalk that metal fabricators can now configure the PowermaxEDGE by choosing from one of three Powermax G3 plasma-arc cutting systems according to cutting needs.

1 - The Powermax1000.

2 - The Powermax1250.

3 - The Powermax1650.

Each model features Hypertherm's patented Coaxial-assist technology as well as advanced cutting torch and power supply designs.

They cut thicker plates, at faster speeds, with better overall cut quality and consumable life, said Hypertherm.

The PowermaxEDGE with a Powermax1650 cuts up to 2235mm/minj on 12mm thick plate.

* Torch height control - the Sensor PHC is an easy-to-use automatic plasma-arc torch height control that maximises cut quality.

It features simple operational controls and fault indicators and easily integrates with CNC tables said Hypertherm * Motion control - Hypertherm's Edge Ti provides affordable, high-performance motion control.

The enhanced user interface is a touch screen monitor based on surface acoustic wave technology for robust industrial environment performance.

The Windows-XP-embedded operating system supports powerful shape cutting software including HyperNest CNC for automated nesting.

The Edge Ti is a self-contained unit with integrated drives that offer easy integration for either new installations or retrofit tables supporting brushless motors (which can be ordered with the unit) up to 250W power.

The PowermaxEDGE provides easy integration for small- to mid-range cutting table applications, light duty cycle needs such as HVAC or custom fabricators (12mm and below), and for retrofit of existing oxy-fuel or plasma-arc cutting tables.

Hypertherm vice president and general manager at Hypertherm, Evan Smith, said: "We take our position as the world leader in plasma cutting seriously, and being the leader means introducing technology, like the new PowermaxEDGE and the recently announced Powermax30 manual cutting system and HySpeed HSD130 mechanised cutting system, to help drive plasma adoption and grow our customers' businesses".

He concluded: "New products like these are proof of our commitment to providing unmatched breadth and depth of technology advantage in the plasma cutting field, from the ultra-portable inverter to the most advanced automated solutions".

* About Hypertherm - Hypertherm designs and manufactures the world's most advanced plasma-arc cutting systems for use in a variety of industries such as shipbuilding, manufacturing, and automotive repair.

Its product line includes handheld and mechanized plasma cutters and consumables, as well as CNC motion and height controls.

Hypertherm systems are trusted for fast, precision metal cutting and reliability that results in increased productivity and profitability for tens of thousands of businesses.

The company's reputation for plasma innovation dates back 40 years, to 1968, with Hypertherm's invention of water injection plasma cutting.

The company has more than 900 associates along with regional operations and partner representation worldwide. 


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