Vicon Waterjet

The Vicon Waterjet is a high-performance, CNC-controlled waterjet cutting system engineered for fast, precise, and clean cutting of sheet metal components used in HVAC duct fabrication. Built to meet the demanding needs of commercial and industrial metalworking shops, the Vicon Waterjet delivers accuracy, speed, and material versatility—all while reducing waste and eliminating the need for secondary finishing.

Key Features and Capabilities:

High Precision Cutting

Utilises a high-pressure stream of water mixed with abrasive to cut through sheet metal, stainless steel, aluminum, and more.
Delivers clean, burr-free edges, – ideal for duct fittings and complex shapes.

CNC Controlled Accuracy

Equipped with an intuitive CNC controller and nesting software to optimise material usage
Maintains tight tolerances, even on intricate or customised duct components.

Material Versatility

Cuts mild steel, stainless, galvanized, aluminum, and non-metallic materials like insulation board and gaskets.
Excellent for cutting lined duct, where the heat from plasma or laser systems could cause damage.

No Heat Affected Zones

Waterjet cutting produces no heat distortion, preserving the integrity of metals and coatings.

Efficient for Short Runs or High Mix

Efficient for both short runs and high-mix jobs due to fast setup times and full CAD compatibility.
Reduces lead time and tooling costs.

Common applications in HVAC and sheet metal include cutting duct fittings, custom transitions, mounting plates, brackets, support hangers, lined duct panels, spiral duct reinforcement rings, and custom flanges.

The Vicon Waterjet eliminates the need for secondary deburring or grinding, is ideal for shops that work with both metal and insulation materials, increases material yield with integrated nesting software, operates more quietly and safely than plasma systems, and reduces tool wear and associated costs.

Description

How can this Vicon Waterjet help your business?

Contact us to discuss your business’s needs and to learn how the Vicon Duct Brake can revolutionise your workplace. Call us on (02) 8445 8555 or email info@powermachinery.com.au.

Unique Features

• Aluminium gantry contributes to high speed liner cutting capability with fast and accurate cornering and positioning

• Size options of 5′ x 20′, 6′ x 10′ and 6′ x 20′ cutting area

• The table is constructed of a one piece steel frame and has a tapered water basin with an operator accessible clean out

• A special porous bed of water jet bricks provides a long lasting and firm table cutting surface. It also disperses the high pressure jet stream and allows fast drainage

• Rugged drives are sized for minimising system wear and tear while providing peak performance

• Traversing speed up to 2000ipm

• Dual rack and pinion drives provide uniform and accurate motion in the X and Y axis

• The cutting head uses a position sensor to maintain proper working height. It lets the operator know when the height is correct by LED indicator.

• A high pressure gauge located at eye level allows easy pressure monitoring for the table operator

• In the X axis, an oversized 1″ dual rack and pinion linear drive provides machine longevity and durability

• Our high pressure line runs overhead from the intensifier and maintains a low profile design that will fit under a 8′ ceiling

• All high pressure lines are supported by double isolation mounts

• The clock spring design elimiated the need for swivel joints in the high pressure line. This greatly reduces the amount of miantenance needed for leakage problems. Swivels at the flex points would require more maintenance due to water leakage

• The machine can cut various types of liner including but not limted to Armaflex and K-Flex insulation.