The Most Versatile Machine Tool with Endless Applications
This session focuses on exploring the versatility of the waterjet, identifying applications it is ideally suited for, and how these capabilities compare to other machine tool processes such as laser, plasma, EDM, and others. There will be great emphasis highlighting real-world examples of highly-unique parts and materials cut using waterjet in areas one might find surprising. This session is ideally suited for existing waterjet users or those interested in waterjet who might be seeking unique ways to leverage system capabilities into more advanced and unique areas of opportunity.
Tim Fabian - Flow Waterjet
7 Habits of Highly Effective Nesting Software Programmers at Top Performing Companies
This presentation will introduce 7 habits of highly effective nesting software programmers working in top performing companies. Outcomes from leveraging these concepts have resulted in improved business profitability, productivity, and part quality. These habits and proven best practices are reproducible by all nesting programmers so the presentation will focus on sharing the details and providing guidance for implementation. Focus topics will include better understanding nesting strategies, integrating with ERP/MRP, customizing reports allowing for tracking of key performance indicators, and more.
Jason Michalski - Hypertherm, Inc.