Singapore, 10 March 2015 - Hypertherm, a US based manufacturer of plasma, laser, and waterjet cutting systems, has announced the introduction of the Powermax30? AIR, a new portable air plasma system featuring an internal compressor that offers greater convenience for on-the-go cutting.

With the built-in compressor and the ability to operate on both 120 or 240 V lines, the Powermax30 AIR is a highly versatile system that enables metal cutting just about anywhere. Weighing only 13.5 kg (30 pounds), the Powermax30 AIR provides 30 A of output, and has the highest power-to-weight ratio of any system in its class.

This high power-to-weight ratio is due in part to several engineering advances, including an all-new patent-pending consumable design that optimises airflow from the compact internal compressor. Coupled with a proprietary and highly-effective moisture removal system, the Powermax30 AIR provides excellent cut quality and performance in hot and humid conditions.

Benefits:

• High portability with the addition of an internal air compressor that eliminates the need for an external compressor unit
• Greater versatility and convenience with a 'Plug-and-Use' model that allows the system to be used anywhere with just an electrical power point, even in remote and non-industrial environments
• Cost reduction with the elimination of additional costs associated with the use of an external compressor. Powermax30 AIR is highly portable and can be used in a variety of settings, both indoors and outdoors.

"Hypertherm is setting new performance and portability standards with this new model," explains Harry Mellott, a Hypertherm Powermax specialist. "With a recommended cut capacity of 8 mm (5/16") and a severance capacity of 16 mm (5/8"), the system can easily and quickly cut a variety of metal types and thicknesses making it a great entry-level cutting tool for a wide variety of applications."

Powermax30 AIR system will be available for orders from authorised Hypertherm distributors, from 10th March 2015.