Flat or semi-flat materials like metal, glass, plastic, foam, marble, stone and wood are cut using either pure water or, in the case of abrasive water jet cutting, water mixed with abrasive particles like garnet or diamond for added strength; abrasive media are usually added for use on tougher materials. Read More…
Leading Manufacturers
Mercer Gasket & Shim
Bellmawr, NJ | 800-210-5000For over 100 years, Mercer Gasket & Shim has been a leader in the waterjet cutting industry. Our highly equipped professionals work alongside our customers to ensure that we are meeting their needs. Mercers Gasket & Shim has perfected our techniques over the years in order to serve the needs of diverse markets.
Abrasive Waterjet of Indiana
Noblesville, IN | 317-773-1631Abrasive Waterjet of Indiana can work with you on your various prototype projects and production models. With our OMAX abrasive waterjet technology, we can provide complex cutting of virtually any material. This state-of-the-art technology offers flexibility and fast turnaround from prototype to production.
B.G. Peck Company, Inc.
Lawrence, MA | 978-686-4181Since 1947, B.G. Peck has specialized in custom parts, metal stamping, water jet cutting and tool making for an array of different industries. Our waterjet cutting services allow us to cut cost and reduce processing time whether your needs are simple or complicated, one item or one million. From prototype to full production, B.G. Peck ensures you get the part you need when you need it every time.
FEA, Inc.
Sanford, FL | 407-330-3535FEA Waterjet is a custom machining shop specializing in waterjet cutting, CNC machining, and sheet metal fabrication. We are also capable of laser cutting. We have serviced many industries including the U.S. government, architecture facilities, and manufacturing plants. Give us a call today!
Hydroknife
Tampa, FL | 813-886-5761Hydroknife has over 16 Years Experience in water jet machining, from prototyping to large production runs to one of a kind works of art. You can be assured that Hydroknife can handle your water jet Requirements.
Pegasus Northwest, Inc.
Kent, WA | 253-854-5451Pegasus Northwest is a Boeing-certified waterjet cutting service company, offering reverse engineering, prototypes, full production, and assembly. As the premier water jet cutter, we provide precise drilling and cutting of a wide range of soft and hard materials. Your unique needs are our top priority.
Hydro Cutting Companies List
Hydro Cutting - Jonco Industries, Inc.Products cut using hydro cutting have clean, smooth cuts without any burrs. Since no heat treatment is used during the cutting process, the material properties like temperature resistance and color are not altered. Depending on the strength of the material being cut and the desired rate of production, hydro cutter jets spray water at pressures between 30,000 and 90,000 PSI.
Hydro Cutting - Jonco Industries, Inc.The automotive, aerospace, manufacturing, food processing, lumber, architectural, construction and electronic industries all use products that go through the hydro cutting process during fabrication. Machinery components like gears, tiles, mirrors, car, train and plane components and stone flooring can all be shaped by the water jet cutting process.
Most modern water jet cutting machines are fully automated and use CNC (computer numerical controlled) software to determine and control the route of the water stream. Therefore, labor costs are low since the only manual work involved in water jet cutting relates to setup, repairs and computer operation. A drawing of the desired shape or design is downloaded into CAD/CAM software, and the water nozzles follow its path.
Close precision reduces waste and the need for secondary machining processes. Hydro cutting doesn't create any harmful dust or particles that workers could inhale, and produces high volumes of products with minimal scrap material. Also, unlike many other cutting processes, hydro cutting does not involve the use or generation of heat, which reduces risks to workplace safety.
The hydro cutters are mostly made of stainless steel and contain a water reservoir, abrasive containers and a high pressure water pump with a nozzle attached. Both the water and any abrasives used are recycled many times through the machine. They are combined in a mixing tube, shot through a nozzle at high pressure and then re-circulated back into their separate storage areas.
