Laser Cutting
Hypertherm at FABTECH 2024 – Plasma & Water Jet Cutting
Jake Brown shares highlights from FABTECH 2024, where Hypertherm showcased its latest advancements in plasma and water jet cutting. The XPR 460 plasma system, now integrated by all OEMs, took center stage, along with the PowerMax, the industry’s top-selling handheld plasma cutter. Attendees also explored a two-headed water jet design for enhanced productivity and new software upgrades improving cutting speed and user experience.
Vollmer IMTS 2024 Booth Visit
Arndt Hauger, innovation manager at Vollmer, introduces the VLaser 370 — a high-precision machine crafted for PCD tool production with a focus on the automotive and aerospace sectors. The VLaser utilizes a unique kinematic design that enables fast and efficient laser machining of complex profiles. It offers exceptional dimensional accuracy and is supported by a flexible loading system that accommodates various tool placements.