Laser Cutter Strippit LVD Phoenix

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The Naval Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD), AIR-4.11.5.1 Prototyping and Engineering Branch, St. Inigoes Maryland, is requesting one (1) Strippit LVD Phoenix - FL 3015 6000W as well as software, training, tooling, setup, and installation of the machine. Hardware delivery and set up required by 28 May 2019.

The product technical requirements are 6000W Laser Source, ability to cut ferrous and non-ferrous metals, High volume and productive capacity, nitrogen generation system, CADMAN-L software. The contractor shall provide one-time certified in-person training on technical application, proper techniques, and hands-on demonstrations for two (2) people in a 3-day classroom style training held at LVD's factory in Buffalo, New York. Training required by 30 July 2019.

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