Technology

Our newest addition!

The Omax 120X-1 is one of the biggest waterjet cutting machines in the Midwest and is ideal for full scale production of large or multiple part projects.  This large format machine has a table size of 120″ x 320″ and provides the fastest cutting speeds and best precision compared to any abrasivejet in the industry.  Along with this massive cutting area comes the multi-axis cutting capabilities found with the Omax A-Jet. Return to Top

These are some of Absolute’s highly productive waterjet tables.  These large format machines are capable of cutting stock as big as 80″ wide x 162″ long.  These machines combined with other technological improvements (like a precision optical locator, composite drill, terrain follower, and Tilt-A-Jet) have the ability to produce a variety of different parts for all types of industry applications on tight timelines. Return to Top

These precision machining workhorses cut jobs from prototypes to production runs in sizes up to 50″x100″.  The 55100 JetMachining Centers cut complex flat parts out of a variety of materials including metal, plastic, glass, ceramic, and composites directly from CAD drawings or .DXF files.  JetMachining is ideal for short-run part production, just-in-time manufacturing, tooling, and prototype part development. Return to Top

The Tilt-A-Jet allows us to achieve virtually zero taper with most materials.  It is able to position the nozzle at an angle calculated by the software to exactly offset the natural taper from the abrasive jet.  Taper doesn’t disappear – it just gets moved to the scrap part of the material, leaving your part with square, taper-free edges.  Using dynamic Tilt-A-Jets also reduce part cost by allowing machines to cut faster linear speeds while maintaining the accuracy and taper reduction required. Return to Top

Using a terrain follower allows operators to automatically set and maintain perfect nozzle standoff height.  This enables machines to safely cut bowed or warped material while protecting the cutting head from damaging crashes.  Maintaining perfect standoff height is also very crucial to improving the accuracy of taper compensated dynamic cutting. Return to Top

The MiniJet is designed for abrasive waterjet cutting applications requiring a narrower cut width and/or more precise cut.  It is ideal for making parts with intricate shapes or where minimum possible taper is desired.  The MiniJet is also well-suited to cutting thin, delicate material. Return to Top

The Precision Optical Locator (POL) facilitates precision JetMachining of pre-machined components, such as die stripper plates.  The POL is designed to let you accurately place parts on the OMAX for secondary machining operations.  You can place the parts in any orientation, and the software will automatically rotate the tool path to match the placement of the part. Return to Top

We can provide secondary tapping operations directly into waterjet cut holes.  Since all of Absolute’s machines are equipped with taper compensating cutting heads, minor diameter holes can be easily cut on the waterjet and directly tapped.  In many cases this can save customers costly multiple operations to finish parts. Return to Top

Using high grade ceramic tumbling media, these provide a perfect burr-free finish to customers’ waterjet cut parts.  In most cases waterjet cutting provides a very fine cut with minimal burrs, but this vibratory tumbling process can add that perfect finishing touch on your final part that everyone can be proud of! Return to Top