2010 Articles
DESCRIPTIONEasy-to-assemble framing used in a linear motion system cuts machine building time, adds versatility to help OMAX develop an economical waterjet cutting tool Rexroth aluminum structural framing helps OMAX penetrate new markets for waterjet cutting machinery February 2010
DESCRIPTIONIn the metal fabrication business, sending fabrication and cutting work to other companies can be costly and time consuming. The waterjet, however, could be considered the ultimate “in sourcing” machine, as it allows a company to cut countless types of material in all sorts of ways. Two Omax waterjets redefine what one job machine shop can do Published in FF Journal ~ January 2010
2009 Articles
DESCRIPTIONFinding the perfect market niche is a trusted recipe for prosperity for almost any business. And for Irvington, N.J.- based Infinitive Sign Industries, an architectural signage provider, the retail market was just that niche. The Retail Niche Published in Sign & Digital Graphics Magazine ~ December 2009
DESCRIPTIONRecent developments in linear-drive technology are designed to improve waterjet cutting accuracy and safety, while making high-precision machines more affordable. Find out more about this traction-drive system that has its roots in railroad locomotives. Newer Linear-drive Technology Improves Waterjet Accuracy, Reduces Costs Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ December 2009
DESCRIPTIONHendrick Motorsports Problem Needed high speed, high-accuracy cutting Solution for short-run production and rapid prototyping solution 55100 JetMachining Center abrasive waterjet from OMAX Waterjet Drives Engineering Innovation Published in Modern Machine Shop ~ October 2009
DESCRIPTIONAmong the factors that contribute to the fatigue life of waterjet-cut parts are part geometry, cutting method, and finish. Properly designing parts, using the optimal cutting quality for the part, and choosing the best finishing process can increase fatigue resistance significantly. Making Waterjet-cut Parts More Fatigue-resistant Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ May 2009
DESCRIPTION"I love my job.” Anyone who can make that statement and truly mean it is a lucky individual. Drew Hoffman is one of those people. He’s the founder of Hoffman Design Works, Bloomington, Ind., and it’s common for him to profess the profound joy he gets from 9 to 5. It’s especially convincing when he describes some of the projects he’s accomplished since opening the custom design firm in 1999. All in a Day - At Hoffman Design Works, it’s all work and all play Published in FF Journal ~ January 2009
2008 Articles
DESCRIPTIONWith its waterjet machines, Omax takes customers places they never knew they could go and vice versa Liquid Potentional Published in Modern Metals ~ December 2008
DESCRIPTIONWicked Image Custom Motorcycles talk about the OMAX machine and their company Customer Testimonials August 2008
DESCRIPTIONTrulife, a manufacturer of prosthetics, uses the OMAX to generate precise parts used in their products. OMAX Customer Testimonial July 2008
DESCRIPTIONNate Webers, an OMAX software engineer, shows how to make complex parts on the OMAX abrasive waterjet machine 3D parts from an OMAX July 2008
DESCRIPTIONJohnny Harshman, founder and owner of HarshCo LLC since mid-2007, never tells his customers “no”, nor does he subcontract out his customers’ jobs that require 100% part inspection. HarshCo LLC, a Waterjet Company Published in A2Z Metalworker ~ July 2008
DESCRIPTIONMachine company makes waves with Jetcam driving waterjet cutter Autonesting saves time Published in Tooling & Production ~ June 2008
DESCRIPTIONWagner Machine Co, based in Champaign, Illinois provides precision CNC machine shop services spanning a wide variety of cutting technologies. Case Study: Wagner Machine Co June 2008
DESCRIPTIONWaterjet and Wire EDM combine to create higher tolerances and faster cut times. Combined Processes: Speed Production Published in Manufacturing Engineering ~ May 2008
DESCRIPTIONCustom Cut Machine Inc, based in British Columbia, Canada, replaced their Flow CNC waterjet, driven by the vendors own CAM software in June 2008 with and OMAX 80160. Case Study: Custom Cut Machine Inc. Published in JetCam ~ May 2008
DESCRIPTIONSince purchasing JETCAM Expert, not only has Wagner reduced their programming time and material utliization, but they have also increased the flexibility of both machines. Wagner Makes Waves with JETCAM Driving OMAX Waterjet Published in Today's Industrial Products & Solutions ~ February 2008
DESCRIPTION“It’s an unusual opportunity to have access to an abrasive water jet in such an easy-to-use setting.” Waterjet Machine Available at Vashon College Published in Vashon-Maury Island Beachcomer ~ January 2008
DESCRIPTIONToolcraft, a highly certified machining company, uses waterjet inhouse to help supply parts to customers large and small. Toolcraft: A Small Company with Big Company Capabilites and Certifications Published in A2Z Metalworker ~ January 2008
DESCRIPTIONOMAX Corporation's newest accessory, the Rotary Axis is capable of precision, incremental index rotation permitting the waterjet to cut pipe, circular, square, or other geometric-shaped material stock. Watch how it cuts out a Seattle Space Needle! Rotary Axis January 2008
2007 Articles
DESCRIPTIONDr. Olsen discusses the options and provides guidelines to help you decide what’s best for your particular operation to maximize your waterjet’s performance. Pumping up the waterjet power An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ December 2007
DESCRIPTIONRealizing a growing need in waterjet cutting, Diamond F.C. purchased an OMAX and orders grew faster than expected. Canadian Diamond F.C. fills waterjet cutting niche Published in Metalworking Production and Purchasing ~ September 2007
DESCRIPTIONDr. Olsen discusses how the right accessories can help you make the most of your waterjet cutting system and prolong system life. Jet Cutting Accessories An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ August 2007
DESCRIPTIONMaun Industries, a specialist manufacturer of paralled-action pliers and other special tools has purchased an OMAX JetMachining Center. A Gripping Investment Published in Engineering Subcontractor ~ July 2007
DESCRIPTIONDr. Olsen discusses advances in controller software compensate for common jet cutting errors, such as lag, striations, taper, and kerf; offer improvements in cutting functions; and reduce the time it takes to produce parts. Recent Developments in Abrasivejet Software An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ June 2007
DESCRIPTIONCustomized food processing lines begin with waterjet cut components Conveying the Goodies Published in FF Journal ~ April 2007
DESCRIPTIONThinking ahead during the design stage of a fabrication always saves manufacturing costs later. Designing For Abrasive Waterjet Fabrication An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ April 2007
DESCRIPTIONHowell Industries' OMAX 80160 helps wins over hearts of once skeptical employees during the rebuild of New Orleans. OMAX Helps Howell Industries in the Aftermath of Katrina and Rita Published in Manufacturing News ~ April 2007
DESCRIPTIONBC, Canada shop achieves product diversity with its waterjet machines. The Renaissance Shop Published in Canadian Metalworking Magazine ~ April 2007
DESCRIPTIONToday, software plays a vital and growing role in improving machine-tool performance. Nowhere is this change more apparent than with abrasive waterjet machining. Software Drives: Abrasive Waterjet Machining An article by Carl Olsen ~ Published in Manufacturing Engineering ~ March 2007
DESCRIPTIONThinking about purchasing a jet cutting system? Many factors should be considered before deciding which system to buy. Economic considerations when purchasing a jet cutting machine An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ February 2007
2006 Articles
DESCRIPTIONSSE impressed with versatility and simplicity of machine. OMAX 2652 expands machine shop's material range and increases efficiency. SCHULICH School of Engineering (SSE) Impressed with OMAX 2652 Published in Schulich News ~ October 2006
DESCRIPTIONHow one shop benefited from abrasive waterjet technology, presented novel construction techniques... Machine Components You Can Fabricate with an Abrasive Jet An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ October 2006
DESCRIPTIONUSAF 3rd Equipment Maintenance Squadron uses OMAX in metal technology shop. Metal tech shop maximizes value Published in Sourdough Sentinel ~ June 2006
DESCRIPTIONHigh-pressure abrasive and waterjet cutting systems have unique properties that must be understood to maximize performance and ensure safety. What You Need to Know About High-Pressure Equipment An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ May 2006
DESCRIPTIONClamping the workpiece against sideways motion and weighting it against vertical motion will prevent part loss and improve part quality in waterjet machining. Fixturing for Abrasive Jet Machining An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ January 2006
2005 Articles
DESCRIPTIONTwo technologies are pushing speed in waterjet: reliable components able to withstand high pressure, and software that adds intelligence to the process. Abrasive Waterjet Takes Off Published in Fabricating & Metalworking (F&M) ~ October 2005
DESCRIPTIONTechnology leading manufacturer ACMT learns of the advantages of the OMAX 55100 as well as the superior customer service. AdChem Keeps on the Cutting Edge With Waterjets Published in Manufacturing News ~ October 2005
DESCRIPTIONA look at why waterjets are growing so rapidly, and their place in the modern machining shop There's A Waterjet In Your Future Published in FF Journal ~ September 2005
DESCRIPTIONTexas based Maudlin & Son raves about how the OMAX increases productivity and complements other tools. Jetmachining a Path to More Business Published in Manufacturing News ~ September 2005
DESCRIPTIONTriplex Systems found that using abrasive waterjet technology combined with a hole-and-tab technique to fabricate its products helped eliminate machining operations and reduced costs. How One Shop Benefited From Abrasive Waterjet Technology An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ July 2005
DESCRIPTIONAlexis Fire Equipment uses an OMAX to make some of the finest high-quality custom firefighting apparatus in the world. See page 2, under "ISO 9001 Certified." Alexis Builds Reputation for Quality Published in Fire Apparatus ~ July 2005
DESCRIPTIONHow Waterjet Extreme Technologies (WET), of Great Falls, Montana, used their OMAX 55100 JetMachining Center to transform architects' concepts into a spectacular new airport terminal. Rising to Great Heights in Great Falls Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ April 2005
DESCRIPTIONA overview of the versatility of waterjet cutting, and why it's the fastest growing segment in the machine tool industry. Waterjets Move into the Mainstream Published in Manufacturing Engineering ~ April 2005
DESCRIPTIONAbrasive jet users need in-depth knowledge of nozzle mechanics, either for practical reasons, or simply to have the satisfaction of knowing what their machines really are doing. Abrasivejet Mechanics An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ March 2005
2004 Articles
DESCRIPTIONHow one company is using an OMAX to machine high-tech materials in three dimensions. Waterjet Evolves Into Precision Alternative Published in Modern Application News (MAN) ~ July 2004
DESCRIPTIONA look at how Antech Wire EDM has integated OMAX abrasive waterjets with their EDM machines. Innovative Cutting May 2004
DESCRIPTIONThe role of software in improving waterjet machining quality and speed. Software: How is it Contributing to Plasma and Waterjet Operations May 2004
DESCRIPTIONHow Chicago Waterjet has built their business on OMAX technology. Building a Business on Waterjet Cutting Published in Cutting Technology ~ March 2004
DESCRIPTIONDr. Olsen explains what taper is, what factors affect it, and how to eliminate it entirely. Improving Waterjet Cutting Precision by Eliminating Taper An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ January 2004
2003 Articles
DESCRIPTIONAn overview of waterjet cutting from an EDM perspective. Waterjet Cutting: The Other "Non-Traditional" Process Published in EDM Today ~ September 2003
DESCRIPTIONDr. Olsen discusses choosing the right pump for an abrasive waterjet machinign system, including the different types of pumps and their advantages and disadvantages. Pumps for Abrasive Jet Cutting An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ September 2003
DESCRIPTIONA profile of OMAX customer ABM Tool & Die. A.B.M. Tool & Die Believes in Maximizing New Technology Published in Canadian FAB Magazine ~ July 2003
DESCRIPTIONA profile of OMAX customer Betcor Manufacturing. Bector Says Innovation is the Key in Job Shop Machining Published in Canadian FAB Magazine ~ June 2003
DESCRIPTIONDr. Olsen discusses the factors that affect the type and size of table to use for abrasivejet machining Selecting a Table for Abrasive Jet Machining An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ June 2003
DESCRIPTIONTips on designing parts to be made on abrasive waterjet machines The Engineers' Guide to Designing Abrasive Waterjet Parts Published in Canadian FAB Magazine ~ April 2003
DESCRIPTIONDr. Olsen explains the importance of software in abrasivejet machining. Software for Abrasive Waterjet Machining An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ March 2003
2002 Articles
DESCRIPTIONAbrasive waterjet cutting may or may not be right for your particular application; but, knowing all you can about the process and its pros and cons can help you make that decision better. H20 Olsen: Buying an Abrasive Jet Machine An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ April 2002
DESCRIPTIONTo manufacture large quantities of similar parts, a Georgia machine shop has found that wire EDM is the ideal process. EDM for The Long Run Published in Modern Machine Shop ~ February 2002
2001 Articles
DESCRIPTIONTechnological advances, attention to common woes give fabricators options for precision cutting Not Your Father's Abrasive Jet An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in The Fabricator Magazine ~ July 2001
DESCRIPTIONThis is another exclusive Modern Applications News interview by Larry Olson, Editor, with a metalworking industry leader: Dr. John H. Olsen, Co-Founder and Vice President of Operations, OMAX Corp Abrasivejet is Machine of Choice for One-Of-A-Kind Parts Published in Modern Application News (MAN) ~ June 2001
DESCRIPTIONAbrasive waterjet cutting has come a long way in 30 years. Here is a look at how it works, the present technology, and its future. Cutting with the Jet Set Published in Forming and Fabricating ~ May 2001
DESCRIPTIONInnovator, successful businessman and skilled, hands-on metal worker, Mark Piacun has established a manufacturing business that supplies some of the world’s leading casinos with gaming machines. Business on the Cutting Edge Published in Manufacturers' Monthly ~ April 2001
DESCRIPTIONCutting with water? Not as wild and wacky as some might think. Abrasive waterjet has never been considered a run-of-the-mill machining technology. Waterjet Goes Mainstream Published in American Machinist ~ March 2001
2000 Articles
DESCRIPTIONAs the volume of prototype work increased, this versatile company stopped whittling parts by hand and settled on waterjet technology for a more efficient — and higher profit — alternative. Prototyping With Waterjet: Draw the Part- Cut the Part Published in Modern Application News (MAN) ~ November 2000
1999 Articles
DESCRIPTION"As a shop owner, the thing you hate most is sending a customer down the street with a part you can’t cut. He may take all his work elsewhere. That’s why we want to be a full-service job shop." Abrasivejet Carves A Niche For Competitve Job Shop Published in Modern Application News (MAN) ~ April 1999
1998 Articles
DESCRIPTIONThe growing awareness of waterjet cutting technology, for it's time to take waterjet cutting seriously. Waterjetting to Higher Production Published in Tooling & Production ~ January 1998
1996 Articles
DESCRIPTION"The water is three times as thick as the wire," adds Miller, "But it fits right into jobs that don't require the same tolerances as wire. What's more, it typically does those jobs more economically." Abrasivejet Technology Boosts Business for EDM Shops Published in Modern Machine Shop ~ June 1996
DESCRIPTION"The JetMachining center allows us to build a better piece of custom machinery in less time, and with greater ease, than with any other method." Washington Manufacturer Finds Abrasivejet Machining Cost-Effective Cutting Answer Published in Modern Machine Shop ~ June 1996
DESCRIPTIONTo minimize the effects of stream deflection in A WJ, the stream’s traverse speed must be carefully regulated. Today, this can be done automatically. A Bend in the Stream An article by Dr. John Olsen ~ Published in Cutting Tool Engineering ~ February 1996
1995 Articles
DESCRIPTION"Abrasivejets will cut almost anything, including non-conductive materials. That opens up a huge market for cutting things like glass, plastic, rubber, ceramics, and composites." Job Shop Gets Abrasivejet Edge on Competition Published in Shop Talk Magazine ~ August 1995

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