Euclid Precision Grinding, Inc. - Abrasive Waterjet Cutting

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Abrasive Waterjet Cutting



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Abrasive waterjet cutting is a method of cutting shapes from any type of material using high pressure water and abrasive. Water is pressurized to 50,000 PSI using hydraulic intensification, and then forced through a small orifice in the cutting head. At the head, abrasive is added to the water, creating a cutting stream which exits the nozzle at 1.5 times the speed of sound. Through a combination of micro-erosion grinding and shearing action of the pressure, a narrow cross section of material is removed all the way through the thickness. The process is then controlled via computer. Any two dimensional shape from nearly any material is possible.

The resulting surface finish on the cut surfaces is far superior when compared to laser cut, torch cut or sawed surfaces. The process is non-evasive and does not work-harden the cut edges. Depending on material and dimensional tolerances desired, some sheet stock can be stacked for faster through-put.
  • Cuts virtually any material.
  • Most cost effective when metal materials are under 1/2 inch thick.
  • Accurately cut 2-dimensional geometries within ±0.010.
  • Customer AutoCAD drawings can be retrieved via e-mail.
  • Scanned images or free-hand drawings can be scaled and cut.
  • We can produce AutoCAD drawings from your blue prints.


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Specifications · Our Capacities · Items Frequently Cut ·  Non-Ferrous and Refractory Metals · Manufacturing With Abrasives  · Quality

Specifications

Pressure

50000 psi

Dimensional Tolerance

±0.010


Our Capacities
  • 48 x 48 Calypso Shark Waterjet.
  • 60 x 120 Calypso Shark Waterjet.
  • 50,000 PSI WSI-50 pumps (2 pumps).
  • Geomate and Cutting-Shop software.




Items Frequently Cut
  • Short runs for stamping prototypes.
  • Metals difficult to cut conventionally.
  • Architectural designs and signage.
  • Many manufactured component/parts.




Non-Ferrous and Refractory Metals

    At  Euclid Precision Grinding we use abrasives to shape specialty metals into essential components used in the semi-conductor, aerospace, medical and machine tool industries. In particular, our expertise with refractory metals like Molybdenum and Tungsten is well regarded internationally.

    With over 60 years doing nothing but grinding, we probably have more experience with specialty metals than most shops have with regular steels.  Orders completed on a regular basis include the following:

    Aluminum Hastelloy MP35N
    Brass Heavy Metal Tungsten Alloy Stainless Steels
    Bronze Inconel Tantalum
    Ceramics Manganese Steel Titanium
    Chromium Molybdenum Tungsten
    Chrome Removal Monel Tungsten Carbide
    Columbium Nickel Alloys TZM Alloy
    Copper Nitralloy Waspalloy
    Copper-Tungsten Alloy Densimet Zirconium

     In addition to our experience with unusual metals, our Abrasive Waterjets are utilized to cut other materials used in industry, including plastics of every type, fiberglass, rubber, composites, and laminated materials.

    We have also contributed to architectural designers and building contractors, where we have used our waterjets to cut intricate light fixture components from brass or aluminum, decorative steel stair-case details, unusually shaped ceramic floor tile and even marble counter tops.





Manufacturing With Abrasives

Effective Use Of Abrasives

With over 60 years of constant in house experimentation, we have discovered and utilized abrasive machining techniques that a typical job shop would not even consider. In addition, we have readily embraced recent advances in grinding and abrasive machining technologies. As a result, we now have the capability to manufacture parts from start to finish-- using abrasives only.

Why Abrasives Instead Of Traditional Machining?

  • Much faster stock removal rates
  • More precise tolerances
  • Higher surface finishes
  • More parts per set up

    It really is no secret that the harder a material is to machine, the easier it is to grind. This gives grinding a decided advantage when it comes to producing parts made from today’s tough materials. And when we grind large batch loads in one set up, holding uniformity within .0001’s of inches, the machining competition doesn’t stand a chance.

    Cutting Edge

    Few job shops in the U.S. offer abrasive waterjet cutting and high precision grinding services all under one roof. Rethink your job routings. If your part needs to be finish ground, why not start with the grinder? Stop machining, and mill it with a grinding wheel!



  • Quality
    Quality workmanship is rooted in Euclid Precision's heritage, which traces its origins back to world famous nineteenth century scissors and knife grinders from Sheffield, England.

    Craftsmen

    We believe that pride in what we do everyday is the key ingredient to superior quality. As a result, we maintain our traditional emphasis on operator responsibility for quality workmanship on each and every job. One thing you can be sure of: if our seasoned operators aren’t satisfied your job is completed correctly, it won’t get out the door.

    Standards

    We recognize that our sophisticated customer base has ever increasing quality demands. As a result, we provide our operators with sophisticated inspection equipment that is routinely calibrated and registered to traceable national standards. Not only are these tools used for final inspection, but more importantly, they are used during the production process. This ensures “quality in, quality out.”

    Equipment

    Inspection equipment includes five precision granite surface plates ( the largest being 4’ X 8’ ), micrometers up to 26-inches, master height gages up to 24-inches, surface roughness testers, master gage block sets, and a large assortment of inspection gages and fixtures.

    National Recognition

    Euclid Precision’s work generally speaks for itself. It is gratifying to continually receive supplier recognition awards for quality workmanship from customers around the country. However, as they say in Sheffield, the proof is in the pudding. The most satisfying “proof” we can ever receive is a repeat order from a satisfied customer.



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    Fabrication Services from Euclid Precision Grinding Inc. Include:

    Grinding
    Water Jet Cutting
    Flat Honing
    Precision Blanking Service

    Industries Served Include:

    Semi-Conductor
    Aerospace
    Medical
    General Manufacturing
    High Temperature
    Furnace Components
    Machine Rebuilders