Articles posted by AKS Cutting Staff

NOVA Automation Leverages AKS accu-kut for Precise Cuts on Complex Geometries

June 9, 2021
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NOVA Automation, in Denver, CO, is known for solving complex automated packaging challenges. For more than 25 years, NOVA Automation has manufactured innovative solutions in automated packaging systems for a wide range of industries including bulk foods, mining and materials, …

Top Applications for Plasma Cutting

May 17, 2021
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Plasma cutting has gained in popularity as job shops realize the many benefits. What began as a simple process has evolved into a fast, productive method to cut metal, with a variety of benefits to shops of all sizes. Using …

Common Questions We Get from Customers

May 12, 2021
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Considering adding a plasma cutting machine to your operations? Here are some common questions we hear from our customers.

How to Cut Accurate Bevels

May 3, 2021
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Bevel cutting: Do’s and don’ts for accurate cuts using AKS plasma machines Many parts you cut on your plasma table will require a beveled edge. Use of a bevel head can eliminate secondary operations and increase productivity; however, plasma changes …

Is Your Machine Working Hard Enough for You? The Benefits of a Precision-Engineered Platform

March 2, 2021
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When you think “Rolls Royce,” the word “quality” immediately follows. Quality that stems from superior production and engineering, ensuring a superior product and smooth ride. It’s proven, and the performance is unmatched. That’s the foundation of precision engineering, which means …

Best Practices: Cutting Domes with a Plasma Cutter

February 27, 2021
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What’s your shop’s most challenging plasma cutting application? If you said cutting domes, you’re not alone. By Chris Phillip We’ve found that dome projects can be the most challenging application to cut on a plasma. However, thanks to advancements in …

Plasma vs. Oxy-fuel Cutting: Understanding the Differences

February 14, 2021
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Plasma or oxy-fuel cutting: which is best for your job shop? By Walt Debiasi Plasma or oxy-fuel cutting: which is best for your job shop? It all depends on several factors, including the type of metal you need to cut, …

Understanding the Differences Between Plasma, Waterjet and Laser Cutting Machines

January 26, 2021
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Deciding between plasma, waterjet or laser technology for your operations can get overwhelming. By Stan Pollack Each cutting technology has a long list of pros and cons. However, the most important considerations are your long-term needs and your customers’ needs. …

Plasma or Waterjet: Which Cutting Machine Should I Buy?

January 3, 2021
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We often get the question, which machine should I buy — a plasma or waterjet? By Miles Mooneyham We hear it frequently from customers trying to navigate the many advantages offered by each cutting technology. The answer depends on a …

Hypertherm Announces 220 Amp Cutting Process

November 19, 2020
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Introducing our new plasma cutting process using 220 Amps of O2/Air, for mild steel, including ProNest and other software enhancements. These updates offer: • Better cut quality • Faster cut times • Maximized consumables life The three-part update includes: • …

Spotlight: Integrity Fab & Machine

September 4, 2019
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Integrity Fab & Machine, Inc. is a steel fabricator and machining company located in Breckenridge, Michigan. Integrity specializes in custom die sets, plates and parallels, and also offers certified welding and fabrication services, including plasma cutting, rolling, bending and related …

New AKS Video Featuring Hypertherm XPR300

June 20, 2019
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We’ve created a new video to demonstrate features and benefits of AKS plasma and waterjet cutting systems. The video also demonstrates our robo-kut 5-axis plasma beveler, and our tube-kut pipe and tube cutting and beveling system. Of course, all AKS …