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Plasma cutting machine maintenance
Posted on 02/02/2016
Murphy's Law says the plasma cutting machine will break down when you need it most—usually right in the middle of a big plate-cutting job. At up to $200 per hour fully burdened cutting-machine downtime gets expensive. Here is a checklist that serves as a good starting point for a preventive maintenance program. Read more
Hypertherm plasma cutting systems help Galpin Auto Sports create dreams
Posted on 02/02/2016
Take a quick walk through the garage at Galpin Auto Sports. Read more
Troubleshooting plasma cutting cooling systems
Posted on 02/02/2016
Increase uptime and parts life by keeping your plasma cutting system cool. Get troubleshooting tips. Read more
Torch height control for plasma cutting
Posted on 02/02/2016
There are a variety of torch height controls, or "standoff controls," on the market. Each of these automatic THCs has a variety of functions and features. Read more
Automated plasma cutting tips and techniques
Posted on 02/02/2016
Proper piercing technique leads to lower operation costs and improves productivity. Read more
Plasma cutting systems - starting problems
Posted on 02/02/2016
The torch fails to initiate the cutting arc when all other conditions for normal operation are correct—power supply energized, safety and parts-in-place interlocks satisfied, gas pre-flow at torch, and torch within transfer distance. Read more
Operational costs of automated plasma cutting
Posted on 02/02/2016
In typical mechanized plasma cutting operations there are four major costs beyond the initial capital investment: power, gas, consumables, and labor. Get an overview of these costs. Read more
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