Hypertherm news and updates Updates on Hypertherm news and products. http://www.hypertherm.com Copyright 2010 Hypertherm, Inc. http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:40:28 -0500 Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:28:56 -0500 webmaster@hypertherm.com (Hypertherm) http://www.hypertherm.com/images/global/H.gif Hypertherm news and updates http://www.hypertherm.com Updates on Hypertherm news and products. 48 54 Hypertherm Joins Select Group of Organizations with OSHA STAR Safety Status Hypertherm today announced its selection as a STAR worksite by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Voluntary Protection Program (VPP). The company joins an elite group of organizations to receive STAR VPP status. Currently, less than 2,200 worksites across the country have the STAR designation. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=11237 D97EFF43-2CC6-458C-837D-044948AEE10C-7255-00000E9AAC079F4E-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:36:08 -0500 Hypertherm Announces Inaugural Richard W. Couch Award Recognizing Top Independent Distributor for North American Region Hypertherm today announced the inaugural Richard W. Couch, Jr. Award. The award, named after Hypertherm founder and president Dick Couch, recognizes the top independent distributor in Hypertherm’s North American region. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=11285 8FD1F42A-09B2-469D-B4F5-271013CB3282-7255-00000E917B6BBED5-FFA Wed, 15 Dec 2010 11:28:39 -0500 Hypertherm's Fiber Laser System Product of the Year Finalist and Judges' Award Winner Hypertherm today announced its newly introduced HyIntensity™ Fiber Laser HFL015 system is a Product of the Year finalist and Judges’ Award Winner. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7500 D2F6922F-AE5B-4F98-9742-6719FDAD72DB-7255-00000E7125839DFB-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:26:19 -0500 Fiber Laser Cutting System Now Available from Hypertherm Hypertherm today announced the release of a new fiber laser cutting system that includes all components in one complete package. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7441 47CEEFAE-CB63-4567-BD81-44F2824A2C7D-7255-00000E6A54812A0B-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:26:28 -0500 Two New Powermax Systems Now Available Hypertherm today announced the release of the Powermax65® and Powermax85®: two new systems that come with more torch options, industry-leading technological innovations, and a more rugged torch design for greater durability in harsh cutting environments. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7257 9D76152C-EE29-4A16-91C3-E1438CBA9766-7255-00000E5ACBEB917A-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:25:10 -0500 Hypertherm Adds Sales Support to Western United States Hypertherm, manufacturer of advanced metal cutting systems, today announced the addition of Michael Vanvakaris to its North American Sales Team. Mr. Vanvakaris replaces Kris Scherm who now overseas Hypertherm’s network in Northern Texas and Oklahoma. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7395 2918C766-E450-4072-AB82-834D89446A0C-2533-0000093A880BE4D5-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:18:33 -0500 Hypertherm Introduces Long Life Consumables for ESAB's M3 Plasma System Hypertherm’s Centricut brand today announced the availability of new consumables for ESAB’s M3 Plasma Systems that last longer and cost less than those from the OEM. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7300 676D08E6-8B71-4F98-98B5-0C6631945D9B-2533-000009310DDEA328-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:18:48 -0500 New 800 amp HyPerformance Plasma System Delivers Widest Cutting Range and Thickest Stainless Steel and Aluminum Cutting Capacity Hypertherm today announced the availability of a new 800 amp HyPerformance® Plasma system for cutting thick stainless steel and aluminum. In addition to its ability to production pierce 3” (75mm) and sever 6 1/4” (160mm) thick metal, the system just as easily cuts thin metal—including gauge—without the need to switch torches. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7324 D123F0BC-CBAA-4E84-99B4-F09EED4702B1-2533-0000092168FE4B46-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:19:00 -0500 Successful Plasma Cutting Counts on Consumables Clayton Gould of Hypertherm's torch and consumables team, discusses the five hand-held plasma consumable components, how they work with one another to achieve a successful cut, and what operators should look for when evaluating whether consumables require replacing. http://www.hypertherm.com/en/Training_and_Education/Published_Articles/index.jsp A2667C8D-C9DC-4E79-A94F-4EBFEFB01336-2533-000009003E58B79F-FFA Fri, 06 Aug 2010 09:53:52 -0400 Educational Webinars Designed to Help Plasma Owners and Operators Improve their Operations Hypertherm today announced the availability of two new educational webinars designed to help companies better understand plasma cutting technology. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7432 4AC4413E-0E08-4804-A346-B88BDE175445-8761-0000148EFBE374DB-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:19:13 -0500 Hypertherm, United Way Partner for Upper Valley Volunteer Fair Upper Valley United Way and Hypertherm, the world leader in plasma arc metal cutting technology, are joining forces for the third annual Upper Valley Volunteer Opportunity Fair. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7550 2705C009-0864-42FF-8094-2769404C6383-8761-000014833D218C68-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:19:28 -0500 Engineering Advances Set New Torch Height Control Apart from Other Controls on Market Today Metal formers and fabricators have a new way to improve cut quality and lower operating costs. The new ArcGlide® THC torch height control from Hypertherm includes several engineering advances to make it unlike any other THC available today. Benefits include optimized consumable life and the ability to nearly double the number of parts cut per hour. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7554 511E7616-AD69-48C8-AB0E-75BFF6E2EAE2-2331-00000995A7F8B059-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:19:36 -0500 ArcGlide THC Now Available The Hypertherm Automation team is pleased to announce the release of the ArcGlide THC, a new height control system targeted for precision plasma cutting applications. This product was developed to meet the exacting cutting and reliability requirements of plasma cutting applications, while delivering ease of use for both installation and operation. http://www.hypertherm.com/en/Products/Controls_for_Automation/Torch_Height_Controls/arcGlide.jsp 3AD3E03B-32FD-4453-8F42-9145F96E58E4-3716-00000EC75CB8D204-FFA Tue, 03 Aug 2010 09:55:27 -0400 FREE WEBCAST - What if you could significantly improve hole quality without operator intervention?
Hypertherm invites you to learn how True Hole™ technology significantly improves plasma hole quality – without the need for operator intervention.

With True Hole you can:
• Get consistent results, from operator-to-operator, shift-to-shift, and site-to-site.
• Virtually eliminate taper.
• Minimize and bias dings to the outside of the hole, making them bolt-ready.
• Reduce the need for secondary operations.
• Increase profitability.

Thursday, May 20, 2010 1:00 pm]]> https://thefabricator.webex.com/mw0306l/mywebex/default.do?nomenu=true&siteurl=thefabricator&service=6&main_url=https%3A%2F%2Fthefabricator.webex.com%2Fec0605l%2Feventcenter%2Fevent%2FeventAction.do%3FtheAction%3Ddetail%26confViewID%3D617686924%26siteurl%3Dthefabricator%26%26%26 06C720AE-761F-4075-B5F5-D29BC63B1962-4986-00000D6EB4D47782-FFA Tue, 27 Apr 2010 11:06:30 -0400 Hypertherm forms new foundation to better support community giving in the Upper Valley and beyond Hypertherm, the world leader in plasma arc metal cutting technology, today announced the establishment of the HOPE (Hypertherm Owners’ Philanthropic Endeavors) Foundation. <br /> <br /> The new foundation will continue the efforts of Hypertherm’s philanthropy team by working to partner with nonprofit organizations and engage in activities that strengthen and create sustainable, positive change in the community and environment. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7304 41835CAA-DEB2-4699-869F-ABE3A7AAFF0B-4986-00000D560B692A3C-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:19:55 -0500 New Releases of TurboNest and NestMaster Now Available from MTC Software Hypertherm’s MTC <br /> Software is unveiling new versions of its industry-leading <br /> CAM nesting software. NestMaster 2010 and TurboNest 2010 contain functionality that contributes <br /> to improved ease of use, productivity, and profitability for users of conventional plasma and oxyfuel <br /> cutting processes. https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7626 F091306A-6904-4092-AB60-048B155F7259-4986-00000D3637C97ED7-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:20:05 -0500 Integrated Plasma Cutting Solutions Performance you can trust. Learn about the benefits of using Hypertherm's Integrated Plasma Cutting Solutions. http://www.hypertherm.com/en/Products/Integrated_Plasma/ 6D9D7803-903D-4FEB-A793-21FBA796E577-4986-00000D08D0559D0E-FFA Tue, 03 Aug 2010 09:54:40 -0400 TurboNest 2010 and NestMaster 2010 Nesting Software Released MTC Software, a Hypertherm brand, has launched the latest versions of its industry-leading CAM nesting software: NestMaster 2010 and TurboNest 2010. http://media.mtc-software.com/news.php?include=141781 960DBD40-5BC7-4835-9BCF-4121A60F101E-1270-00000418ABB02778-FFA Thu, 08 Apr 2010 08:17:23 -0400 New Plasma Cutting Technology Takes Care of the "Hole" Issue Users of mechanized plasma cutting for plate in the gauge to 1 inch thick range can now benefit from a major technological breakthrough. Advanced engineering has improved plasma bolt hole cutting to produce holes that rival drilled holes and plate laser cut holes – at the speed and operating cost of plasma!<br> <br> Read the article by Hypertherm's Jim Colt, <a href="http://www.fandmmag.com/print/Fabricating-and-Metalworking/NEW-PLASMA-CUTTING-TECHNOLOGY-TAKES-CARE-OF-THE-HOLE-ISSUE/1$4013">New Plasma Cutting Technology Takes Care of the "Hole" Issue</a>, to learn more about True Hole technology and Hole Cutting.<br> http://www.fandmmag.com/print/Fabricating-and-Metalworking/NEW-PLASMA-CUTTING-TECHNOLOGY-TAKES-CARE-OF-THE-HOLE-ISSUE/1$4013 D2902B24-8567-4858-9491-1F4FEA6E5EF0-2362-000005E0F38F8661-FFA Wed, 13 Jan 2010 08:48:57 -0500 Revolutionary True Hole cutting technology Revolutionary True Hole cutting technology significantly improves hole quality without requiring operator intervention. <a href="http://www.hypertherm.com/en/Training_and_Education/Technologies/true_hole.jsp">Learn more</a> about how this patent-pending technology can help your business. http://www.hypertherm.com/en/Customer_Uses/Applications/ A69A28E4-566E-4D9D-BCAE-B974F0344EEF-2023-000007F0FA7E6BE4-FFA Tue, 03 Aug 2010 09:54:17 -0400 PlasmaEducation.com Hypertherm Launches PlasmaEducation.com to Support the Teaching of Plasma Cutting to Tomorrow's Workforce<br> <br><a href="https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7452" target="blank">Read more »»</a> http://www.plasmaeducation.com 3DB9E32D-C831-4322-8118-F3B617227FA0-2576-00000F3D9BCA42F2-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:39:32 -0500 Hypertherm Named Best Large Company to Work For in New Hampshire Hypertherm, the world leader in plasma arc metal cutting technology, today announced its selection by Business New Hampshire magazine as the Best Large Company to Work For in New Hampshire. <br /> <br /> <a href="https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7177" target="blank">Read more »»</a> https://www.hypertherm.com/Xnet/library/library.jsp?file=7177 3204ADDC-E415-449F-9CFE-5EE9D469FA3D-1974-000006DD39963114-FFA Wed, 29 Dec 2010 11:39:55 -0500 Testimonials Hypertherm testimonials page. Read what our customers have to say about us and share your own Hypertherm story. http://www.hypertherm.com/en/Customer_Uses/Testimonials/ 81F77DF4-3610-4F40-84F8-F95333DB76BD-2576-00000F359EB68F7F-FFA Tue, 01 Dec 2009 11:39:17 -0500 EDGE Pro EDGE Pro shape cutting control designed to be flexible and easy to use, the EDGE Pro delivers reliable performance for improved profitability. http://www.hypertherm.com/en/Products/Controls_for_Automation/Computer_Numeric_Controls/edgePro.jsp 6E4D4DD3-E843-42C8-826B-F8FFC0E0C0F3-2576-00000F2E08734303-FFA Tue, 03 Aug 2010 09:53:44 -0400 Plasma Cutting Technology: Theory and Practice The first commercially available training material specifically for plasma cutting and gouging. http://www.hypertherm.com/en/Training_and_Education/Plasma_Education/Plasma_Cutting_Technology/ 99C23D77-9692-43F5-8FB2-4778E52ADFF3-2576-00000F2562718917-FFA Wed, 12 May 2010 12:15:20 -0400 Consumables: Care and Optimization View the new e-learning course about consumable types and care, tracking consumable life, torch assembly and maintenance tips. http://www.hypertherm.com/en/Training_and_Education/ 4D6DD42C-36F6-4DA6-8510-FCA6C3629613-2576-00000F1A529F66AF-FFA Wed, 12 May 2010 12:15:24 -0400 Ready to upgrade your cutting technology? Take a look at 7 ways plasma excels over oxyfuel for cutting metal. http://www.hypertherm.com/en/Training_and_Education/Plasma_or_Oxyfuel/index.jsp 4ED52076-34FA-4DFC-9199-B0FDC8387507-2576-00000EC5D5DC0B0E-FFA Wed, 12 May 2010 12:15:29 -0400