Software optimizes cutting on waterjet systems.
Press Release Summary:
FlowMaster v6.0 Windows®-based waterjet control system enables users to program and cut parts with varying thicknesses via programmable Z-axis capability. Helping to optimize cycle time performance, software offers ability to view and path parts in 3D as well as control cut speed to reduce marring. It performs automatic calculations for cut speed and material thickness and optimizes cut speed for part corners.
Original Press Release:
Flow International Launches FlowMaster® 6.0
New software features automatically adjust for cut speed and material thickness
KENT, Wash. - September 28, 2005 - Flow International Corporation (NASDAQ: FLOW), the world's leading developer and manufacturer of ultrahigh-pressure (UHP) waterjet technology equipment used for cutting, cleaning (surface preparation) and food safety applications, today launched FlowMaster 6.0, Flow's innovative Windows®-based waterjet control system.
FlowMaster software is now easier to use and more powerful than ever before. The system's new features give operators the ability to:
· Improve cycle time performance up to 35%
· Program and cut parts with varying thicknesses with programmable Z-axis capability
· View and path parts in full 3D for easy design
· Optimize cut speed for part corners to reduce cycle time.
· Improve edge quality through the ability to control cut speed to reduce marks on parts
· Save time through automatic calculations - there's no need to stop and manually calculate and adjust the settings.
· Reduce the number of operational steps and increase output
· Enhanced file support including dxf for AutoCAD 2004
"Waterjet software is evolving to help solve the challenges faced by manufacturers," said Robert Peterson, waterjet market manager, Flow International. "With Flow's innovative software, waterjet operators are no longer restricted to cutting only on the XY plane, and can easily design and cut parts never imagined on a waterjet with varying height and thickness. In addition, FlowMaster 6.0 will help customers lower cost per inch on projects through the software's ability to improve cut speed and thickness."
About Flow International
Flow International Corporation is the world's leading developer and manufacturer of ultrahigh-pressure waterjet technology for cutting, cleaning, and food safety applications. Flow provides state-of-the-art ultrahigh-pressure (UHP) technology to numerous industries including automotive, aerospace, job shop, surface preparation, food and dozens more. For more information, visit www.flowcorp.com.
Additional Contact: Robert Peterson, Market Manager, 253-850-3500
Lisa Brandli
Media Relations
Flow International Corporation | www.flowcorp.com
23500 64th Ave. S. | Kent, WA 98032 | USA
Tel: 425.653.1237 | Fax: 425.653.1246 | Cell: 425-766-8736
lbrandli@flowcorp.com
