Waterjet Cutting

Waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge Inc., introduces the 80-hp, 60,000-psi iP60-80DS diesel-powered, waterjet intensifier pump.

Waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge Inc. introduces the Idro line 5-axis precision waterjet cutting machine.

Waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge Inc. is now offering 5-axis waterjet cutting technology with Intelligent Kerf Compensation (IKC).

Texas shop's waterjet cutting capabilities help protect U.S. soldiers.

Flow International Corp. has announced the launch of the Paser 4 Ultra Component Life (UCL) abrasive waterjet cutting head.

Abrasive waterjet cutting has grown along with the increased use of composites in airframes, and advanced techniques help make it a preferred technology.

A small, Philadelphia-area shop is using a 55,000-psi, 2,000-mph abrasive waterjet to help grow its primary business: making parts for Boeing aircraft.

Pros and cons of waterjet cutting at the highest available pressure.

Waterjet technology helps custom fabricator offer additional products. Innovative waterjet cutting drives growth for stainless steel fabricator.

Improvements to abrasive waterjet systems are increasing their use.

Advances in abrasive waterjet machining have encouraged a growing number of shops to adopt the technology.

There are many good reasons a shop might choose to purchase an abrasive waterjet machine. However, as this article explains, many factors must be considered to determine if the investment makes economic sense. The article discusses how and when a shop can adopt AWJ profitably and it explores the possibility of achieving the same results more cost effectively by subcontracting the work to an AWJ specialty house.