Quality Cutting For The Long Run

Accuracy with Durability is our angle AKS dura-kut® Setting the standard for precision gantry plasma shape cutting

The AKS dura-kut combines the best in precision gantry plasma cutting technology with over 90 years of superior machine building experience. The AKS dura-kut is manufactured to machine tool standards and is the premium gantry platform for all precision high performance plasma torch systems.

1/2” mild steel with 1/2” and 5/8” bolt holes True Hole™

1” mild steel with 1/2” bolt holes and bevel cut

1-1/4” mild steel with 3/4” bolt hole and bevel cut

2” mild steel

Proudly Made in the USA

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Unique Design Features

Advanced Torch Height Control • The torch height control is a critical determining

factor for cut quality and accuracy. The AKS dura-kut uses a high quality automatic servo controlled arc voltage system which interacts with the CNC control. This provides substantial productivity increases due to faster response, shorter pre-flow times, programmable retract heights, and tighter integration with the CNC

Machined End Trucks

• Oversized wheel bearings and long wheelbase provide stability and smooth precise machine motion ensuring the highest cut quality

Rigid Gantry Bridge, Welded Steel And Plate Design, For Absolute Minimal Deflection • All mounting surfaces for guides and racks are

machined, assuring built in accuracy

High Precision Motion Control • The y-axis has a hardened, ground and polished

helical rack and pinion system with top quality linear guides, providing unparalleled acceleration, smooth motion, and accuracy.

• Latest digitally controlled technology with high power AC brushless servo motors provide quick response and high travel speeds

• In-line coupled servo motor, precision planetary gearbox and pinion gear with direct mechanical loading to gear rack, provides ultra-low backlash and highest dynamic positioning accuracy

• Dual synchronized drives in the x-axis AKS Touch-Screen Control Control Software Features:

• Windows ® based PC technology from Hypertherm Automation

• Easy to learn and uses intuitive touch screen graphic user interface

• Remote diagnostic capability with remote help • Embedded optimum quality process control data

base technology • Multi-tasking – prepare for next job while the

machine is cutting • Shape library with 66 shapes, allowing hundreds

of variations to be programmed on screen • Basic import and conversion of dxf files with

nesting of parts on screen Process information with user defined watch windows, including display of speed, position, I/O points, consumable life, process data, status messages, etc.

• Easy download of cut programs over network connection or memory stick via a USB port.

Optional Tube-Cutting With Synchronized Servo Driven Chuck System For Tube And Pipe Processing

CNC Controllers

Either Version Available

Free Standing Control Panel OR

Control Panel Attached to Bridge

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Programming Nesting Software A key component of the total system, Hypertherm ProNest® software allows the full potential of the AKS dura-kut to be realized. Several nesting software options are available including productivity and cost-saving features such as advanced true shape nesting, parts- in-parts, bridge cutting, common-line cutting, chain cutting, plate inventory with remnant nesting, cost estimating, industrial fittings, HVAC, and more.

Laser Pointer • Laser crosshairs for easy torch

positioning and alignment

Wireless Remote Control • Start/Stop/Jog • Auto/manual • Forward/back on program • Test lifter

4” x 7” – 3/16” wall tube with

various cut-outs

4” x 4” – 3/8” wall tube with bevel cut

1-3/8” mild steel with

3/4” bolt holes and bevel cut

1” mild steel with 1/2” bolt hole and bevel cut

Oxy-Fuel Torch System • Oxy-fuel torch for cutting max. 6” mild

steel • Gas hoses, regulators and manifold

• Motorized torch lifter with manual or automatic height control

• Remote gas controls at operator console • Remote torch ignition available Note: The cutting capacity is reduced when more than two torches are used simultaneously Patent Pending robo-kut® Plasma Beveling System

• Rigid high tech design provides most compact lightweight unit (50 lbs.)

• Revolutionary design eliminates torch lead wind-up inherent with other beveling systems.

• Smooth and accurate motion allows beveling of small holes to minimize angularity associated with plasma cutting.

• Patent Pending automatic calibration/set-up.

• Compact lightweight design can be installed on gantry or precision unitized cutting machines.

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Dimensions in Inches/Meters

MODELS G8 G10 G12 G14 G16Effective Cutting Width (A) 96/2.44 120/3.05 144/3.66 168/4.27 192/4.88Maximum Cutting Width (B) 120/3.05 144/3.66 168/4.27 192/4.88 216/5.49Rail Gauge © 151/3.84 175/4.45 199/5.05 223/5.66 247/6.27Total Machine Width (D) 182/4.62 206/5.23 230/5.84 254/6.45 278/7.06

AKS makes ongoing product improvements and reserves the right to change specifictions without notice.

When it comes to high-speed, high-accuracy, heavy-duty construction, our CNC plasma cutters hold tight tolerances today and, more importantly, for many years to come. We build professional grade machinery to produce professional grade products.

Advanced Kiffer Systems, Inc. Affiliate of Kiffer Industries

4905 Rocky River Drive, Cleveland, Ohio 44135 • Phone: 800.962.7803 USA only • 216.267.1818

Fax: 216.267.1850 • e-mail: info@akscutting.com • web: www.akscutting.com

Climate controlled, 55,000 square ft., Production Plant is conveniently located within a mile of Cleveland Hopkins International Airport.

HyDefinition, HyPerformance, True Hole and ProNest are registered trademarks of Hypertherm, Inc. Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.