Abrasive Cutting Training

Abrasive Cutting Operation and Maintenance Training on Shetland

A specialist industrial services company receives training on the latest abrasive, cold cutting technology. Shetland-based Ocean Kinetics has invested in the Flexa-Jet system from DERC Salotech. Working alongside their existing Calder high pressure pump units, this equipment will allow Ocean Kinetics to offer abrasive cutting services throughout the highlands and islands. This service will add to their specialist surface preparation expertise. The Flexa-Jet is designed and manufactured by DERC Salotech for whom Calder is the UK agent.

Training

Rob, from our team of service engineers, flew into Sumburgh Airport on the island of Shetland to conduct operation and maintenance training to the Ocean Kinetics team. The training covered the set-up, operation, and routine maintenance of the system’s components – drive head, positioning track, cutting nozzle, and the conical hopper and metering system.

Extreme conditions

Sunny though the training days were, this equipment will operate in hostile environments. The Flexa-Jet system is designed to withstand these harsh elements, ensuring reliable performance even in the most demanding situations. This resilience is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and safety.

Mobile trailer

During his visit, Rob was particularly impressed by the Abrasive Cutting Mobile Unit. Ocean Kinetics have a dedicated trailer to safely store and transport all of their cold cutting equipment. With a place for everything (including the high pressure PPE), and everything in its place, the trailer is a great idea.

Flexa-Jet Abrasive Cutting System

Most importantly, the Flexa-Jet is operated remotely, removing the operator from the work area. The system uses high pressure water to create clean, consistent cuts through metal and concrete. The drive unit propels the cutting head in a smooth and continuous movement. The flexible system is used for the cold cutting of flat surfaces, pipes, and other cylindrical objects.

The Ocean Kinetics abrasive cold-cutting Flexa-Jet equipment now includes:

• Track – A flexible track that is mounted with fixed or releasable magnets or a vacuum attachment. The track ensures smooth movement of the Flexa-Jet Tractor for precise and consistent cuts over flat, large diameter and irregular surfaces.
• Pipe Bands – Curved wrap-around tracks for a range of pipe sizes.
• Manhole Cutter – for circular cuts.
• Small Radius Cutter – for smaller circular cuts.