At South Shore Manufacturing Company, we offer waterjet cutting services for the production of parts from prototype to high volume. With our multi-axis cutting capability, we can create everything from 2D forms to complex 3D shapes in a single operation while upholding a high degree of precision. Our powerful waterjet cutting capabilities are suitable for virtually any material, including the hardest alloy steels, and it produces smooth edge finishes that often need no further treatment. During waterjet cutting, the workpiece does not heat up, so warping and work hardening are never an issue. Our waterjet cutting services are competitively priced, and we offer fast turnaround and on-time delivery.
Waterjet cutting uses a highly pressurized, focused stream of water—sometimes carrying an abrasive substance—to create precision cuts in metal and other materials. Waterjet cutting is a non-contact, cold cutting operation that is incredibly accurate and versatile due to its narrow kerf width. Waterjet cutting tools are powerful and precise, capable of slicing through the hardest of metals with cut pressures up to 60,000 psi without fear of warping or distorting the material and design being cut.
Water Jet Cutting Industries and Applications
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Waterjet cutting is suitable for any project that requires precision cutting, but it is perfect for industries that are most able to utilize the unique advantages that waterjet cutting offers. Waterjet cutting is leveraged by aerospace, automotive, defense, and electronics manufacturers for both standard and specialty projects.
Aerospace Industry
In the aerospace industry, materials such as aluminum, brass, Inconel®, and titanium are common. Waterjet cutting technology flawlessly manipulates these materials at thicknesses up to 6 inches, contributing to the production of components that require extremely precise edges, such as landing gear, brake components, aircraft bodies, and engine components.
Automotive Industry
The automotive industry prefers waterjet cutting services for a variety of projects due to the ease with which they integrate into the robotic systems used to manufacture automobiles and automobile parts. Automakers typically prefer non-abrasive waterjet cutting, as less waste is produced compared to abrasive waterjet cutting. Waterjet cutting helps to manufacture automotive parts such as frames, carpets, insulation, linings, bumpers, and more.
Defense Industry
As a cold cutting process, waterjet cutting is ideal for military and defense manufacturing projects, which require fabrication techniques that won’t alter the molecular structure or shape of the material being cut. In addition to the aerospace and automotive components found in military and defense vehicles, waterjet cutting services contribute to the fabrication of armor plating, bulletproof glass, and explosives.
Electronics Industry
The diminutive kerf width of a waterjet cutting tool readily facilitates the cutting of delicate and intricate electronics components that cannot handle the stress of more traditional cutting methods. Waterjet cutting produces electronics components composed of metal, plastic, and foam materials, including circuit boards, insulation, and more.
Other Applications
In addition to these industries, waterjet cutting is used for a range of applications that exploit its versatility. As a clean and precise method of cutting, waterjet cutting services are ideal for any application that requires the cutting of the following materials:
- Composites
- Food products
- Fiberglass
- Glass
- Metal
- Rubber
- Stone
- Textiles
Waterjet Cutting Benefits and Advantages
Waterjet cutting is a versatile process that offers unique benefits and advantages that make it the preferred cutting choice of many industries. Some of these benefits include:
- Precision. Waterjet cutting produces highly accurate cuts with crisp, clean, burr-free edges that normally require no additional finishing processes.
- No contact. As a no-contact, cold-forming process, it also won’t deform or distort the material or design being cut.
- Integrate into existing processes. Manual or CNC waterjet cutting technology easily integrates into existing production lines.
- Eco-friendly. With little-to-no waste, waterjet cutting tools offer an environmentally friendly method for precision cutting.
Waterjet Cutting Services from South Shore Manufacturing
Waterjet cutting is an exceptionally reliable, contactless process that produces parts with clean edges. South Shore Manufacturing has perfected our waterjet cutting processes over decades, allowing us to offer on-time, cost-effective waterjet cutting services on projects of nearly complexity in any industry or application.
For more information on our available waterjet cutting services near you, contact us today. If you already have an idea of what you need and are looking for a price estimate, feel free to request a quote.
