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The First Cutting Software Package Developed and

Maintained by a Cutting Machine Manufacturer

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ESAB brings new levels of part programming flexibility and control to cutting machine applications in

North and South America. Designed by ESAB and proven in thousands of installations throughout the world over the past 15 years, this Windows- based programming software package offers simple set-up and full process control for every cutting machine in your shop...plus part programming, true shape nesting, common line cutting, bridge cutting, plate and inventory management, parts manage- ment, and even machine-specific estimating...all in a single integrated package.

Control Every Cutting Machine In Your Shop With the Click of an Icon - Switch easily back and forth between machines. Create your own post-processors to add new machines or change processes. -injxl

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Supports All Processes -

Supports straight or bevel cutting with oxyfuel, plasma, waterjet and laser, plus all current marking devices, in numerous combinations.

Multiple Process Programming - Change a plasma cut to a laser or waterjet cut with a click of the mouse. Cut interior geometries with waterjet, precision plasma or laser and cut the exterior with standard plasma to reduce your running costs.

Complements ESAB Programmable Cutting

Parameters (SDP files) - Select the cutting parameters for your ESAB machine in the Columbus

Software. Eliminate the guesswork of calculating cutting speeds, pierce times, and gas flows.

Improve the consistency on your cut parts from shift to shift and operator to operator.

Simplifies Bevel Cutting - Program your bevel parts and post them in seconds for any process.

Enhances Flexibility - Columbus Software runs on your ESAB CNC or desktop PC. Post programs and transfer DXF drawings right on your control!

Discover the freedom and control of this adaptable and flexible tool-available only from ESAB!

ESAB ESAB - Your Partner in Welding and Cutting

In U.S.A.: 411 S. Ebenezer Road

P.O. Box 100545

Florence, SC 29501-0545

Telephone: (843) 664-4394

Telefax: (843) 664-4403

In Canada: 601 OTomken Road

Mississauga, Ontario L5T1X9

Telephone: (905) 670-0220

Telefax: (905) 670-4879

In Mexico:

Ave. Diego Diaz de Berlanga No. 130

Col. Nogalar

San Nicolas de los Garza, N.L. 66480

Monterrey, Mexico

Telephone: 52-83-05-3700

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