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1g Dynamics Limited
1g dynamics' primary activity is providing first class support to the users of Vibration Test Systems. We adopt a completely flexible approach to delivering services to customers throughout the industry and are able to meet a wide range of specific needs, including preventive maintenance, breakdown repair, system relocation and on-site calibration of vibration controller and auxiliary equipment. Our goal is to equip users with solutions that will keep they systems running safely and reliably. However when, due to age or other circumstances, this becomes impractical 1g dynamics can offer customers expert advice on the integration of new systems. Our team of highly trained engineers provide coverage across the globe. We are committed to a strategy of retaining locally based engineers and this has proved invaluable, enabling us to offer overseas customers a regular contact who is familiar with both their system and their business. Our local teams have access to all the resources at 1g dynamics headquarters in the UK, such as our library of technical information, in house facilities and comprehensive stock of spare parts.
Stand J190Adaptix Ltd
Adaptix NDT are taking this technology into markets where non-destructive testing (NDT) is dominated by ultrasonics for speed, cost and portability benefits. This is because the aspirational Computed Tomography 3D X-ray is too prohibitive because of high-cost (and running/maintenance cost), -weight, -power, and slow-speed. AdaptixNDT are offering 3D internal visualisation at the point of diagnostics earlier in manufacture and through-life with a consistent digital output facilitating Digital Twins and NDE4.0. Adaptix Limited is transforming radiology through the development of innovative 3D imaging technologies that are significantly better, safer, smaller, and more affordable than traditional radiology systems. The technology has applications across a multitude of global markets that are currently limited to 2D X-ray imaging systems where cost, speed to diagnostic result, location, or dose concerns, mean CT is not optimal. Adaptix’s central mission is to transform radiology by offering affordable low-dose 3D imaging at the point-of-care and allowing “3D-first” as the standard of care. Adaptix are also transforming radiology in non-medical applications with fast-acquisition, deployable Digital Tomosynthesis 3D X-ray which is a disruptive technology within the non-destructive test (NDT) sector. More information on Adaptix Ltd and 3D imaging technology can be found by visiting their website: www.adaptix.com
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Aero Consultants (UK) Ltd
Aero Consultants primary activities are the sourcing and selling of a full range of composite related materials for the aerospace, automotive and other industries with lightweight applications. The Company offers advice, support and solutions for all issues related to the manufacturing of lightweight composite parts. For 50 years, Aero Consultants have been the representatives of a number of leading advanced composites material suppliers. A complete range of auxiliary materials for vacuum manufacturing techniques, structural materials, including adhesives, and a full range of surface treatment materials is provided. Aero Consultants is both a service and logistic partner for all of the materials distributed by them. The Company owns large storage facilities and employs a team of fully trained and qualified personnel to guarantee full traceability and product quality.
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Stand Y150AEROVAC COMPOSITES ONE
Innovative, world-class products and dependable service with a global footprint As a part of Composites One, the industry leader in composite materials supply and technical support, it’s easier than ever to purchase and utilize the high-performance products needed to ensure precision, quality and efficiency in demanding manufacturing processes. Operating from facilities globally, Aerovac develops, manufactures, supplies, and supports innovative vacuum bagging and process materials for customers who demand the best for their prepreg processing, vacuum infusion, resin infusion, glass lamination and other closed mold composite manufacturing processes. Innovation is at the heart of everything we do. It starts with listening to customers so we can understand their needs and apply the right technologies and services to deliver proven results. Aerovac products are high quality, accessible, easy to customize and supported by experienced technical experts. We’re committed to providing customers in the aerospace, marine, automotive, wind energy, laminated glass and other industrial sectors with the process materials and expert customer service necessary to achieve impactful and profitable manufacturing outcomes. We connect customers directly with product experts who can define and customize solutions that meet specific requirements, no matter how complex. We’ve fostered strong relationships in every territory in which we operate, meaning our customers enjoy highly skilled, responsive, and reliable service from people they know and trust. We think of it as global knowledge, locally served. We offer a truly customer-first approach. We provide on-site technical support to help optimize customer production processes and product usage in real-time, and within their own unique production lines. Alongside our technical expertise, we listen, we advise, then we respond by delivering innovative products, formulated to meet our customers’ requirements. It’s what sets us apart from our competitors.
- Stand N134
AFC Europe Ltd
AFC Europe is the European division of AFC Industries, providing Vendor Managed Inventory, Product Sourcing and Technical design and supply services to manufacturing throughout the UK and Europe. As exclusive partner to Smalley, the AFC team also have decades of experience in the design and application of Wave Springs and Retaining Rings. Our teams operate from a network of service centres covering the UK, Germany and Czech Republic, facilitating the supply of components and materials to manufacturing businesses using VMI solutions. This consolidates your supply base into one channel, reduces your on-hand stock holding, streamlines administrative processes which save you time and money. Amidst this extensive service, our design engineering teams can directly support your Spring, Retaining Ring, Quick Connector, Seal and O-Ring and Retaining Ring application needs based on our deep relationship with manufacturing partners like Smalley and ARaymond and the extensive knowledge from TFC businesses such as EAP International and Supaseal. Our global sourcing has access to a vast network of manufacturing partners that provide high quality, competitive and reliable sources for all of your fastener, seals, spring and other c-part level components. We can source customised, turned parts or "custom engineered components" to help you fulfil your design with cost effective manufacturing and supply. Our VMI systems deploy Kanban methodology and state of the art technology to facilitate managing your stock for you, making sure you have only what you need, when you need it. Using our own teams based in local service centres, we hold reserve stock and feed it into your business based on demand and usage. We act as an extension to your business, taking the stress out of managing your supply chain, ensuring you have the right products and the best products at the right price and on-time.
Stand R165AirBench Ltd
Dust, fume, and mist extraction systems. Our range of dust and fume extraction systems and filtration products are built to order in our factory located in the East of England; all products are assembled from stock components allowing us to maintain short lead times. We also import the AOF range of Oil Mist Filters from our trusted partners in the Netherlands. AirBench specialise in high air volume, low velocity extraction systems, providing a demonstrable working extraction solution to a wide range of dust and fume problems. We demonstrate our extraction systems on site prior to purchase where possible, to ensure both buyers and operators are confident that our products are the correct solution and are usable in day-to-day operation for their businesses. We provide dust and fume extraction solutions to specific workplace problems using standard modular components and filtersets allowing rapid delivery. We have supplied over 10000 AirBench downdraught benches into UK and worldwide customers. In 2014, we purchased the OMF range from Air Cleaning Systems of Cardiff following their entrance into liquidation, in order to broaden our coolant mist filtration product range and provide ongoing support to OMF (Oil Mist Filters) customers. We also distribute the AOF range of mist filtration units, which are manufactured for our Netherlands-based partners Dormatec. Our extraction systems are generally self-contained. AirBench (our downdraught benches) usually requires no installation; VertEx (Our range of cross draught booths) can be installed quickly in-house, and our OMF products can usually be fitted in less than one day by our trained teams.
Stand V160Airtech Advanced Materials UK Ltd
Family-owned and globally trusted, Airtech UK is part of Airtech Advanced Materials Group - a leading supplier of composite tooling, vacuum bagging, lightweight architectural, and additive manufacturing materials. From our Chadderton facility in Greater Manchester, we serve customers across the UK and surrounding regions, with innovative material solutions, responsive technical support, and a strong commitment to local service. With over 50 years of experience, Airtech has been driving material innovation across industries including aerospace, automotive, marine, wind energy, and architecture. Backed by 7 manufacturing sites worldwide and a dedicated global team, we’re more than a manufacturer—we’re your technical partner. Our product line consists of: vacuum bagging films , release films, pressure sensitive tapes, mould releases (non-liquid), peel plies, breathers & bleeders, sealant tapes, vacuum bag connectors & hoses, rubber, pressure pads, cutting tools, vacuum leak detectors, shrink tape, PTFE coated fiberglass, tooling prepregs and resins, and carbon and glass reinforcements. Business focus areas include aerospace, wind energy, marine, automotive, printed circuit board, solar energy and general FRP composites. With decades of proven performance, Airtech is revolutionizing the industry with our 3D printing expertise, including industry-leading Dahltram® printing resins, Kimya filaments and our cutting-edge Print-Tech® in-house 3D printing service. Large-scale tooling in the form of trim fixtures, holding fixtures, and layup moulds can be designed, tooled, and built faster without compromising quality. Airtech is an ISO 9001:2015 / AS9100 Rev. D registered company.
Stand W134ALAN HARPER COMPOSITES
Alan Harper Composites Ltd. is a Cornwall-based pioneer in silicone closed moulding innovation and manufacturing. We are committed to advancing sustainable composite production by delivering the world's most cost-effective and efficient closed moulding technologies to the global composites industry. We supply world class system training, silicone spray machinery, ancillaries and silicone. Business Benefits for Composite Manufacturers: ✅ Faster Fill Times Achieve moulding speeds that match, or even exceed, traditional methods, ensuring rapid part production without compromising quality. ✅ Self-Releasing Membranes Eliminate the need for release agents—our technology demoulds effortlessly, saving time and reducing chemical use. ✅ Significant Cost Savings Reduce net costs through reusable silicone membranes—cutting consumables and waste from your process. ✅ Long-Term Reusability Each membrane can produce 600+ parts, offering exceptional value and reliability over time (expected uses for polyester and vinyl ester systems). ✅ Supports Complex Designs Easily mould complex geometries, including deep undercuts and negative draft angles, without the design constraints of rigid tooling. ✅ Low Maintenance Requirements Enjoy minimal upkeep— silicone membranes require little to no maintenance throughout their working life. ✅ Sustainability at Its Core Adopt the most environmentally friendly closed moulding system available—dramatically reducing waste, VOCs, and emissions. ✅ Improved Working Environment Cleaner, safer, and more appealing workspaces attract and retain skilled employees while enhancing overall workplace satisfaction. ✅ Boosted Production Efficiency Accelerate turnaround times and streamline workflows to increase part output and meet demand with ease. Visit us to find out how reusable silicone moulding can transform your production—cut costs, boost efficiency, and improve sustainability.
Stand N130AM Futures
At AM Futures, we are committed to delivering exceptional 3D printing solutions that help businesses thrive. With a focus on quality and innovation, we provide cutting-edge technology and tailored support to ensure every project meets the highest standards. From prototyping to production, we’re here to make your vision a reality. If you are looking for 3D printing industrial hardware or enabling your additive manufacturing, machining or coatings project our specialists are here to help you.
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Stand T170Aquajet Machining Systems Limited
OMAX Waterjet Machine Partner, Aquajet offer a complete range of OMAX CNC precision WATERJET MACHINES along with genuine OMAX accessories and consumables. Aquajet is part of a global network and can rely on 3 decades of knowledge and experience of high pressure cutting systems. Utilising the latest technology from OMAX® Corporation, Aquajet are able to offer sub-contract machining to some of the tightest tolerances in the industry and have a highly skilled team of factory certified technicians which ensures we are ideally placed to assist you either in a sub-contract service or as a machine customer. We work with many blue chip companies throughout the UK, Ireland and Iceland. We specialise in short batch runs and tight tolerance machining. Our manufacturing facility is equipped with state of the art OMAX machining centres. Aquajet complies to Quality standard ISO 9001:2015. Waterjet cutting technology is one of the fastest growing major machine tool processes in the world and its versatility has also allowed us to support the rapid growth. Waterjet machining has been around for decades and is one of the fastest growing machining processes today. Its ease of use and its ability to cut almost any material while maintaining high precision make it suitable for a large array of operators, from small short-run job shops and R & D facilities to large corporations engaging in full-scale production to trade schools teaching manufacturing methods. A waterjet utilises a high pressure stream of water to erode a narrow line in the stock material. To cut a wider range of materials from tool steel to titanium to foam, a granular (typically garnet) abrasive is added to the waterjet, increasing the cutting power. Because the abrasive is added at the nozzle, it is simple to switch between water only and abrasive waterjet cutting . This flexibility greatly enhances the versatility of a waterjet machine, as it can easily switch from cutting ½” (1.27cm) foam gaskets to 4” (10.16cm) titanium brackets. Motion Control – Accurate First Cut The motion control system is an essential element in an abrasive waterjet cutting system because the cutting stream bends as it cuts. This means that a waterjet tends to undercut corners and swing wide on curves when moved as one would move a traditional rigid cutting tool. OMAX eliminates this issue by using an advanced computer model to accurately predict the motion and shape of the cutting stream and then by using a PC-based motion control system to compensate for undesired jet motion. The result is a fast, accurate part the first time. No trial and error and no need for an experienced programmer because the experience and the knowledge is in the control software. Pumps Waterjet cutting systems utilise either the older, more complex hydraulic intensifier pump or the newer, simpler crankshaft-driven triplex plunger pump. Crankshaft pumps are inherently more efficient than intensifier pumps because they do not require a power-robbing hydraulic system. The crankshaft drive is a purely mechanical direct-drive system with minimal friction losses and so efficiencies between 85% and 90% are typical. This means that 85% or more of the electric power supplied to the drive motor can actually be delivered to the cutting nozzle, compared to the typical 65% or less of an intensifier. Historically intensifier pumps had an advantage of longer seal and check-valve life, but ongoing improvements in seal designs and materials and the wide availability and reduced cost of ceramic valve components now make it possible to operate a crankshaft pump in the 60,000 PSI (4,137 bar) range with long maintenance intervals and excellent reliability. OMAX uses high-efficiency crankshaft-driven direct-drive pumps exclusively for all of its systems. A direct-drive pump is more efficient than a traditional hydraulic intensifier pump and so it can deliver more net power to the cutting nozzle, resulting in faster cutting. It is quiet and clean, with no risk of messy hydraulic leaks. In addition, a direct-drive pump is simple to understand, to troubleshoot and to maintain. The OMAX Enduromax pump features a preventative maintenance interval of 1000 hours, offering the ultimate in reliable low-cost operation. Abrasive-waterjet-nozzleAll abrasive waterjet nozzles use the basic operating principle of the aspiration nozzle, first patented in 1937 (Patent 2,131,660) and shown in its modern configuration in the diagram on the right. In order for the aspiration nozzle to cut efficiently and with long component life, it is critical that the orifice be carefully aligned with the centerline of the mixing tube. All OMAX nozzles are factory-aligned and individually tested to assure efficient cutting and long life. What Materials Can a Waterjet Cut? Waterjets are capable of cutting composites, metals, glass, stone, concrete, ceramics and rubber. Composites Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastics Cutting this advanced material is a major growth area for OMAX systems. The material cuts very quickly and cleanly and the OMAX abrasivejet system is now widely used in applications from aerospace components to race cars, from NASA to NASCAR. Cutting carbon fibre reinforced plastics with an OMAX abrasive waterjet has major advantages, such as no tool clogging or wear, no need to change tooling, no special considerations or restrictions due to heat buildup, no melting, and no hazardous fumes requiring costly air handling equipment. Glass-Reinforced Plastics Fibreglass can be cut quickly and cleanly without hazardous dust or fumes by simply submerging the material during cutting. Other-Reinforced Plastics Any fiber-reinforced material, including Kevlar reinforced personnel armor, can be quickly and cleanly cut on the OMAX without hazardous dust or fumes. Metals Carbon Steel The OMAX® waterjet machine will cut all grades of steel. It produces a smooth cut on the edge without burn marks, cracking, excess burr, or other problems typically associated with heat-based cutting or mechanical cutting. The lack of heat affected zone from the abrasivejet means that the heat treatment of the steel is not changed by the cutting process. Stainless Steel All grades of stainless steel can be cut easily on the OMAX, even those such as 304 that are difficult to machine with other processes without heat or distortion. A heat affected zone can weaken integrity of a part and lead to failure. The lack of any Heat Affected Zones makes the abrasivejet process particularly attractive to those producing food processing and handling equipment or the aerospace industry. Polished or reflective surfaces do not negatively affect the abrasivejet process as they might with a laser cutting system. Hardened Tool Steel Tool steel can be cut in a fully hardened state without any change in material properties. More and more tool and die shops are finding the OMAX system to be a valuable addition with close to EDM precision at up to 10 times the speed. Alloys of All Types Difficult-to-machine special superalloys, such as Inconel® and Hastelloy® are easy to cut without heat or distortion on the OMAX. Aluminum Probably more aluminium is cut on OMAX systems than any other metal because it cuts so quickly and cleanly, without any thermal distortion. More and more laser specialty shops are adding an OMAX system to their mix of lasers in order to accurately cut thicker aluminium. Titanium The OMAX system is ideal for cutting titanium, which can be a challenging material for conventional machining processes. Titanium can be cut quickly and accurately without any thermal distortion or surface embrittlement. Because titanium is so expensive, considerable cost savings can be obtained by the close nesting of parts that is possible with the abrasivejet process in order to reduce waste material. Copper All grades of copper cut quickly and cleanly on the OMAX without thermal distortion. The reflectivity that may be an issue for lasers is not a problem for an abrasivejet and there is no problem with “gumming” as might occur with conventional mechanical cutting systems. Brass Brass alloys cut quickly and cleanly with the OMAX abrasivejet process, with no thermal distortion. Glass The OMAX system is widely used for cutting a wide variety of glass products, from ultra-thin panels for smartphones to thick multi-layered bullet-proof panels for vehicles and buildings to panels for stained glass windows. The OMAX has the capability perform a low pressure pierce that automatically switches to high pressure mode to continue the tool path. This means that even the most brittle glass can easily be pierced to create a starting point and yet still be cut at maximum speed. The only glass that can’t be cut is tempered glass, designed to shatter into tiny pieces if cut or broken. Stone The OMAX system can cut stone products of all types. Applications include granite countertops, quartz blanks for precision mirrors, inlaid marble flooring, decorative wall panels and stone sculptural pieces. Concrete Concrete cuts easily with the OMAX abrasivejet process and applications range from inlaid stepping stones to architectural features and sculptural panels. Ceramics Most ceramic materials can be cut with an OMAX abrasivejet. However if the hardness of the ceramic is greater than the hardness of garnet abrasive (between 7.5 and 8.5 on the Mohs scale), abrasivejet cutting will not be economically effective. Rubber Softer rubber and foam rubber cut easily using a water-only nozzle without abrasive. Fibre reinforced rubber and very hard rubber can be cut cleanly using the abrasivejet process. Complement Your Existing Manufacturing Process Re-think Your Cutting Solution Manufacturers from small job shops to large OEMs are finding that the OMAX abrasive waterjet cutting process is an ideal complement to their other manufacturing processes. In many cases the OMAX can quickly produce a complete final part, ready to go. However it can also produce a semi-finished or near-net-shape blank part suitable for secondary processing by conventional means. The abrasive waterjet process does not affect material properties, so the efficiency of conventional processes is not degraded. The close nesting capability of the OMAX maximises material utilisation. In addition, the OMAX is effective in many advanced and non-traditional materials where conventional processing may be a challenge. MillingShops often use OMAX systems as a complement to their traditional mills and vertical machining centres. The OMAX is ideal for making short-run two-dimensional parts on a quick-turnaround basis and does not required a skilled machinist or specialised programmer. In addition the OMAX can save material by quickly making closely-nested near-net-shape blanks in preparation for final machining. The fact that the OMAX abrasive waterjet process does not change material properties means that secondary machining can be carried out efficiently with conventional cutting tools. Wire EDM An OMAX system should not be viewed as a replacement for wire EDM, but rather as a complement. It is generally used by wire EDM shops to provide faster production where the ultra-high accuracy of wire EDM is not needed and to permit a shop to work with non-conductive materials such as composites and glass. It is also common to use an OMAX to produce a part to a general tolerance in the range of ±0.003″ to 0.005” (±75μ to 125μ) and then use wire EDM to finish off areas where greater accuracy is required. The OMAX can also be used to quickly pierce starting holes for the wire EDM process. Laser The key reason that laser shops and potential laser users buy an OMAX system is because it can work in a much wider variety of material and thicknesses. Advanced materials such as composites and laminates are easily cut on an OMAX, as are materials such as titanium or tool steel where the heat affected zone of a laser can be a problem. Thicker metals, such as aluminium, steel or stainless steel are also well-suited to the OMAX. It is common for laser specialty shops to purchase an OMAX simply to broaden their material capability. In addition an OMAX is typically one-third or less of the capital cost of a laser cutting system. This means that a shop that has been farming out work to a laser house can afford to buy an OMAX to bring the work in-house, thus saving money and improving scheduling and flexibility. It also means that a laser house can afford to purchase an OMAX to supplement their laser capability. Plasma Cutting As in the case of lasers, the key reason that plasma users buy an OMAX is because it can work in a much wider variety of materials and thicknesses. Plasma cutting generally results in a relatively large heat affected zone and is limited in the materials it can cut. The OMAX, on the other hand, can cut virtually any material over a wide range of thickness without any heat affected zone. Advanced materials such as composites and laminates are easily cut on an OMAX, as are heat-sensitive materials such as titanium or tool steel. It is becoming common to use a plasma for rapid cutting of large blanks and then to use an OMAX Waterjet for precision cutting of holes and features, as the waterjet is more accurate. Punch Press Shops generally purchase an OMAX to complement their traditional punch press when they need to work in a wider variety of material and thicknesses or need to make intricate shapes or closely-nested parts. Because of its very fast programming and set-up time, the OMAX is great for creating prototype parts and for short-run production. Service & Support Commitment Aquajet and OMAX are dedicated to be knowledgeable about your applications, expectations, and concerns. We pay attention to the smallest detail to insure your satisfaction, which is why 30% of our sales year after year are returning customers. Free factory training is included with your system to help you maximise the return on your investment. OMAX has the best ratio in the industry of service technicians to machines installed. This enables us to provide the quickest response time in the industry. A standard troubleshooting and application guide is included with every machine available free to our customer, which can facilitate even faster service response. The OMAX Interactive Reference Guide ( OIR ) comprised of over 3000 pages, covers every aspect of operating and maintaining your investment. It is unequalled for providing application solutions. The OIR is available to you 24 hours a day, seven days a week, including holidays, and is instantaneous to answer your questions. Applications Materials Waterjets can cut almost any material. Pure waterjets can quickly and accurately cut soft materials such as rubber, foam and other gasket material. Abrasive waterjets can cut almost any other material over a very wide range of thicknesses: Virtually all metals, including hardened tool steel, stainless steel, aluminium, copper and titanium Non-tempered glass, including multi-layer laminated safety glass Composites Laminates Stone Most ceramics Run Sizes Set-up time for a waterjet with an advanced control system is minimal. Advanced control software (such as the OMAX Intelli-MAX Software Suite) can automatically program the cutting path of a desired part directly from a CAD drawing. Just lightly secure the material stock to the cutting table and enter the material type and thickness into the control computer. The control system does the rest and an accurate part is produced on the first run. This capability makes waterjet a perfect process for short-run and one-off production parts. At the same time, modern nesting software means that waterjets are also ideal for mass production of parts with minimum waste. Table Sizes Waterjet cutting table are now available in a wide range of standard sizes, ranging from small 2’ 5” x 2’ 2” (737mm x 660mm) tables to very large 26’ 8” – 46’ 8” x 13’ 4” (8.1m – 14.2m x 4m) tables. The two considerations in selecting a table size are the size of part to be made and the size of stock material to be used. It is generally easiest and most economical to err on the side of a larger table that will handle all intended material stock sizes and future larger parts. However, sometimes space limitations mandate a smaller size. As a result of the design of our tables, OMAX offers the smallest footprint relative to the table size thereby conserving valuable shop floor space. Special Features Water cutting has some special characteristics that make it particularly attractive for some applications: Waterjets cut without heat. This means that there is no thermal distortion to complex and intricate parts and no heat affected zone that might change material properties. It also means that secondary machining processes, such as thread-tapping, are easily carried out on a waterjet-cut blank. Waterjets make a very narrow cut and have very low cutting forces. This frees part designers to create intricate parts that would be virtually impossible to make with conventional manufacturing processes. Very complex shapes and contours are easily possible with waterjet cutting. An additional benefit when expensive material is being machined is low waste costs. Advanced motion control permits production of precise parts. Traditional waterjets cut parts to a precision in the range of ±0.010” (0.25mm). However, by using mathematical models to account for and correct the natural error-creating curvature of a moving waterjet, modern high-precision waterjets with advanced control systems such as the OMAX Intelli-MAX Software Suite can make parts to a general tolerance of ±0.005” (±125μ). The most advanced systems have computer-controlled taper-compensation cutting heads and can control key part dimensions to an accuracy of ±0.001” (±25μ). Environmental Considerations Early waterjets had a well-earned reputation for being noisy and dirty. An exposed water jet is noisy and an exposed abrasive waterjet can throw a lot of abrasive dust into the air. However, these factors are eliminated in modern systems by simply cutting under a thin layer of water. The water layer reduces the noise level to below that of most machine tools and eliminates the dust by keeping the particulates in the water. An abrasive waterjet machine cutting under water can be placed anywhere that you might place a conventional machine tool. No noxious fumes or smoke is generated, and the part does not become contaminated with cutting oils. A waterjet machine generates two waste streams: Excess water containing very small amounts of solid fines, which can be filtered if required by local regulation and then sent directly to a waste water drain. Kerf material and garnet waste can be sent to a landfill. If the material being cut is poisonous—lead or beryllium, for example—both waste streams must be cleaned to meet environmental regulations and the water may be recycled. Aerospace manufacturing is a high technology industry that produces aircraft, guided missiles, space vehicles, aircraft engines, propulsion units, and related parts. Most of their part production is geared towards government work. Some examples of aerospace Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) using OMAX waterjet technology include: custom control panels, structural components for special purpose aircraft, turbine blades, jet engines, aluminum skins, struts, brake components, nacelle components, and many other parts. Many areas of the medical industry operate an OMAX to develop items such as medical devices for patients, diagnosis, therapy, surgery, and prosthetics. Examples of OMAX application in this industry include: blanking out surgical instruments from special steel alloys; cutting artificial limb components from carbon fiber composites; manufacturing carbon braces and orthopedic appliances, and other products.
Stand V135ARRK Europe Ltd
ARRK provide a comprehensive range of Product Development and Manufacturing Services. This includes Additive Manufacturing, Vacuum Casting, Paint, Finishing, CNC Machining, Composites, Precision Engineering, Tooling and Injection Moulding. We are able to support start-ups, SME's through to large global organisations across a wide range of industry sectors. From concept models, components, large scale CNC machining, through to low volume manufacturing solutions. With facilities in Gloucester and Nuneaton, we also have significant experience working with defence related customers in the supply chain. ARRK Europe Ltd is ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and Cyber Essentials accredited, as well as JOSCAR registered and a keen member of Make UK Defence.
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