waterjet cutting | Precision Cutting Service https://precisioncuttingservice.com Mon, 14 Aug 2023 09:16:04 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/cropped-pcs-logo-1-32x32.png waterjet cutting | Precision Cutting Service https://precisioncuttingservice.com 32 32 What You Need to Know About Waterjet Cutting https://precisioncuttingservice.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-waterjet-cutting/ Fri, 11 Aug 2023 09:08:14 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=2325 Waterjet cutting is a highly beneficial and widely used method for cutting various materials. Frankly, it is one of the most popular, most reliable cutting technologies for good reason.

Read on to learn why industries like aerospace, automotive, electronics, transportation, marine, healthcare, construction and more others depend on waterjet cutting firms like Precision Cutting Service to support their operations.waterjet cutting steel

Versatility and Adaptability
Waterjet cutting offers significant benefits because it effectively cuts a wide range of materials, such as stainless steel, titanium, aluminum, ceramics, composites, stone, glass, and more.

Whether businesses require cutting intricate automotive parts, precise architectural components, or delicate decorative pieces, waterjet cutting can handle these tasks economically, dependably and proficiently.

Its versatility allows businesses to outsource their precision cutting needs to a single firm like Precision Cutting Service. As a result, turnaround time is shortened, accuracy is improved, costs are reduced and the hassles associated with managing numerous vendors are eliminated.

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Boost Efficiency and Productivity
Waterjet cutting uses a fine, highly pressurized steam of water to make its cuts expeditiously. This stream is driven by sophisticated software through a system specific nozzle to ensure precision, maximize material yield and promote cutting speed. Each cut is smooth and exact, eliminating the need for post finishing like sanding, filing or polishing.

As a result, waterjet cutting enables businesses to get more parts from their material, faster, more precise and ready to ship than other cutting technologies.

Cold-Cutting Process
It is worth noting that waterjet cutting is a cold-cutting process. This means that it doesn’t generate heat while cutting material, making it suitable for heat-sensitive materials like plastics, composites, and food products, where thermal distortion is a concern. In fact, waterjet cutting preserves the integrity of the material it cuts so that manufacturers can depend on receiving the exact product they ordered, not one that is chemically or structurally altered.

To learn more about how waterjet cutting can help you and your business, contact our resourceful and friendly customer service staff today! Send us a note via our Contact Us website page, call 912-233-9550, or send us a quote request using our online form.

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How to Select the Right Gasket Manufacturer for Your Application https://precisioncuttingservice.com/how-to-select-the-right-gasket-manufacturer-for-your-application/ Thu, 16 Mar 2023 06:27:25 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=2234 As our world continues to move from an era of scarcity to an era of abundance, we are no longer limited by just a few options for our needs. Instead, we are often presented with a multitude of businesses and manufacturers worldwide that appear to offer solutions to our product needs. So how does one select the best solution?

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The difference between the right choice and wrong choice is not just a matter of money, but also of quality, dependability, and lead-time time. For gaskets, the stakes can be particularly high. Make the wrong choice and disaster might follow.

This is particularly true for custom gaskets that seal joints, stabilize pressure, control heat, reduce noise and perform various other functions.

Choose a Proven Supplier

Perhaps the best solution for sourcing gaskets is to seek out a leading waterjet cutting firm that specializes in producing custom gaskets. With more than 28 years of experience, Precision Cutting Service is one of the most trusted gasket manufacturers in the US.

Large Gasket

We produce gaskets for multiple industries, including food and beverage, petrochemicals, aerospace, marine and automotive, to name a few. We tightly nest and expertly cut multiple gaskets from large sheets of virtually any material for maximum efficiency, lead-time reliability, quality and price. We keep a large inventory of the more popular gasket materials in stock and maintain a strong network of material suppliers for applications that require highly specialized material.

Some of the more common gasket materials we cut include graphite, rubber (silicone, neoprene, natural, etc.), Teflon, PTFE, and compressed non-asbestos fiber (CNAF) and cork. We also cut brass, aluminium, vegetable fiber and more. The more common gaskets we cut include envelope gaskets, sheet material gaskets, ring gaskets, and flat metal gaskets. We also cut thousands of custom and specialty gaskets each year.

Experienced Waterjet Cutting for Reliable Results

Leading waterjet cutting firms like Precision Cutting Service provide superior customer service and exceptional guidance. If you are unsure of the material that best suits your application, or if you are wondering if there might be better material options than the one you currently use, you can count on our trained and experienced staff to guide you to the correct choice.

Waterjet Cutting Machine

Our water jet cutting systems use a computer controlled, fine and high pressure stream of water to precisely and economically cut the gaskets your application requires. They can be as thick as two inches or as thin as paper, with tolerances of ±.003.” They can run as large or larger than a full-size SUV and as small or smaller than a dime. And they never require post-finishing to remove burrs or other imperfections. Precision Cutting Service always delivers the gaskets they cut with sharp, clean and smooth edges.

Multiple Ways to Communicate

You can send us your specifications in virtually any digital file format, including CAD, pdf, vector, jpg, and png. You can also send us a technical drawing or even a rough sketch. You can even send us the actual gasket you need and we will re-engineer it.

To learn more, email us (sales@precisioncuttingservice.com), contact us online, or call us at 912-233-9550. We’ll respond quickly with the answers you need to make the right choice.

 

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Six Benefits of Using Waterjet Cutting to Produce Custom Metal Signs for Business https://precisioncuttingservice.com/benefits-of-using-waterjet-cutting/ Tue, 23 Aug 2022 08:23:55 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=2003 Well-designed custom cut metal signs grab attention. They work just as well outside as they do inside and they’re perfect for campus identification, building entrances, reception areas, meeting rooms, showrooms and more. Easy to install, durable, and maintenance-free, they serve as excellent advertising investments for businesses of all types.

When choosing a custom metal sign-maker, it is important to consider cutting technique, material, the precision and accuracy required for the project’s components, budget, time constraints, and, most importantly, the fabrication capabilities of the vendor.

With more than 28 years of experience, a state-of-the-art facility in Savannah, Georgia, a skilled and veteran team, and advanced waterjet cutting technology, Precision Cutting Service meets all the requirements and serves as a one-stop shop for your custom-cut metal sign needs. Managing the fabrication process in-house, from start to finish, we make your sign buying experience much easier because you only need to work with one vendor. So, whether you need outdoor company ID signs, or indoor guide signs and logos, or something else, we will deliver them on time and within your budget.

Read on to learn more about how we use waterjet cutting technology to deliver precisely cut, high-quality metal signs for various applications.

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No Material or Size Constraints
Our high-pressure waterjets effortlessly and accurately cut through any metal, unlike plasma or laser cutting systems that have numerous limitations. Equipped with PC-driven, robotically controlled cutting nozzles operating at pressures up to 60,000 psi, our advanced waterjet cutting machines make precise, smooth cuts with superior edge quality for materials measuring up to 8″ thick or more. We can create intricate details on geometrically complex sign components with dimensions up to 12’ in length and 6’ in width while achieving tolerances up to ± .003.” Not only can we produce signs in the material you specify, but we also have a large inventory of different metals, in the event you need assistance with material selection.

Get It Right the First Time
Waterjet cutting is a cold cutting process, so there are never any heat-affected zones or distortions, such as melting, warping, or discoloration. It also eliminates the possibility of weakening or deformation that can occur with plasma or torch cutting. Our waterjet cutting systems produce clean cuts the first time and never require secondary finishing like sanding or polishing. This in turn speeds up manufacturing and saves time.

Cost Saving
Waterjet cutting is not just precise and fast. It also helps our clients save money. Using our advanced part nesting techniques, we minimize material waste, keeping prices economical. Plus, as we’ve mentioned earlier, our clients always avoid the expense of post finishing.

3D Signs
Nationwide, many signs are small, one-dimensional, and unimaginative. We help our clients break away from the mundane by creating compelling, custom dimensional signs that boost brand identity and deliver unique and powerful messages. Multi-layered metal signs, also known as 3D signs, distinguish your business in ways that simple flat signs can never do, especially when powder coated in various colors. Depending on the requirement, our team can, for example, fabricate large and striking three-dimensional letters that pop out from a contrasting backplate, or create distinctive foreground and background effects by stacking several layers of various images on top of one another to instantly capture the attention of passersby. In short, our only limitation is your imagination.

Environmentally Friendly
Other cutting techniques produce chemically contaminated waste or potentially harmful particles, but because waterjet cutting only uses water and never creates shavings or dust, it is the most environmentally friendly and safest metal cutting method there is.

Flexible
Precision Cutting Service works effectively with numerous design formats. We can accept a sketch on a napkin, a technical illustration or drawing, a blueprint with exact dimensions, and/or a PDF or CAD file. We can also re-engineer a sign (including enlarging, reducing, or reshaping) from a sign or other physical artwork you want to modify, replace or upgrade.

Breathe new life into that old storefront or create a brand new, awesome sign for your business. Contact Precision Cutting Service today for your custom signage needs. We make ideas happen. Request a quote or call (912) 233-9550.

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Four Reasons Why Waterjet Cutting Is the Right Choice for Your Next Metal Fabrication Project https://precisioncuttingservice.com/waterjet-cutting-for-metal-fabrication/ Thu, 26 May 2022 17:00:59 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=1967 When it comes to metal fabrication, businesses across all industries trust Precision Cutting Service to carry out an end-to-end service for their finished products—from cutting, bending, forming, and powder coating, to assembling and welding. Whether it’s a one-off assembly, a complicated build or a large production run, our advanced waterjet cutting technology and experienced manufacturing team have earned the reputation as one of the nation’s best metal fabrication operations.

Cleaner results, precise cuts, reliable outputs, and cost savings are just some of the benefits our clients achieve from waterjet cutting. With impeccable precision, our computer assisted design and cutting capabilities help build dependable, cost-effective products. Pipe, steel, aluminum, titanium, iron, copper or brass—there is no limit to the materials our advanced waterjet systems can handle.Metal Fabrication Electrical Assembly

Here are some reasons why our cold-cutting technology might be the best choice for your next metal fabrication project:

1—No Material Limitations
When water is blasted at 60,000 PSI through a .15mm diameter nozzle, the stream of water released is so sharp and powerful that it can cut through virtually any material. In addition, depending on the material type, the stream water can be enhanced with abrasives to improve its cutting speed and power.

2—Versatility
Unlike laser cutting technology that can harm or distort material because of the extreme heat it generates, our waterjet cutting systems cut through material safety because they only use cold water. Also, lasers generally struggle to cut through thick material, whereas our waterjet machines easily cut material that is six or more inches thick. Plus, with tolerances of ±.003,” our waterjet cutting machines precisely cut straight-forward and geometrically complex designs with precision in sizes as small or smaller than a dime and as large or larger than a full-size SUV.

3—No Heat Affected Zones
As indicated above, laser cutting can burn, melt and change the chemical composition of the material it cuts. High temperatures from laser cutting technology often result in what are commonly called Heat Affected Zones. When this happens, additional finishing like sanding or polishing is typically required. Sometimes the freshly cut part is so badly damaged by the laser’s heat that the part needs to be replaced. Our water jet cutting systems completely eliminate heat related damage and post-cutting finishing requirements. Every cut our systems make is smooth, precise and guaranteed to perform as specified.

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4—Cost-effective, Waste Reduction
The advanced part nesting capabilities of our waterjet cutting systems minimize material waste because it maximizes the number of parts that can be cut from a piece of material. Also, as mentioned earlier, the accuracy of our cutting capabilities eliminates the need for post-finishing, saving you both time and money.

We Make Ideas Happen
Our customers love our water jet systems as evidenced by their high-praise. If you are looking for proven help with a metal fabrication project, contact us today.

We have the extensive experience you need for large products, small products and everything in between. Send us your specs via an email, sketch, CAD, PDF or Vector file or the actual part you need us to fabricate. Or simply call us to learn more: 912-233-9550.

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What are OEM, Aftermarket and Custom Parts and How Waterjet Cutting Services Produce Them? https://precisioncuttingservice.com/oem-aftermarket-custom-parts/ Mon, 23 May 2022 22:59:55 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=1963 Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Aftermarket Parts Manufacturers and Custom Parts Manufacturers are often used interchangeably and, in fact, are essentially the same thing relative to replacing worn or broken components. They all produce parts for machinery and other products.

OEMs are operations that make or made the original part for the original piece of equipment. Aftermarket and custom part manufacturers are third party operations that manufacture parts and products to precise specifications, often faster and for less money than an original equipment manufacturer.

Companies that effectively partner with replacement part manufacturers typically achieve cost and production time reductions. They optimize their investment in manufacturing with strong support resources to ensure they deliver timely, high-quality products and services to their customers.OEM and Custom Parts

One such partner is Precision Cutting Service located in Savannah, Georgia. For more than 25 years, they have furnished dependable OEM, Aftermarket and custom parts to businesses, factories, job sites, marinas and hospitals nationwide. From concept to delivery, Precision Cutting Service provides the service you need to minimum downtime and keep your operation running smoothly.

Waterjet Cutting for Parts Manufacturing
Capable of cutting complex shapes and intricate designs in sizes smaller than a dime and larger than a full-size SUV, our computerized waterjet cutting systems produce quality products with the utmost precision and accuracy. Our cutting nozzles fire a thin, high-pressure stream of water that smoothly cuts through virtually any material, including steel, stone and composites, with tolerances of .003.” This ensures that the parts we produce perfectly fit and perform as intended. In addition, because waterjet cutting is a cold process, there is no chance that heat will alter the chemical composition of the material being cut—no burrs, no burns, no melting, no shrinking.OEM parts manufacturer

With no limits on the material we can cut, nor the designs we can replicate, Precision Cutting Services has fabricated thousands of gaskets and hundreds of gears, press plates, brackets, joints, splash guards, cable cleats, auto parts, and tools, to name a few. The industries we’ve served include aerospace, transportation, food and beverage service, healthcare, chemicals, education, architecture, construction, marine, military, and textile.

Indeed, waterjet cutting is one of the most cost-effective and reliable methods of producing OEM, Aftermarket and custom parts. Don’t believe us? Check out what our clients have to say about our service.

To get started, use our Contact Us or Request A Quote forms on our website or call us (912) 233-9550 to learn more. You can send us a sketch, drawing, blueprint, CAD file, PDF, or even the part you want us to make for us to re-engineer. We’ve done the latter countless times. Finally, when if involves parts, our only limitation is your imagination.

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Busting 4 Myths About Waterjet Cutting https://precisioncuttingservice.com/waterjet-cutting-myths/ Mon, 21 Feb 2022 16:43:07 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=1769 Precision Cutting Service has been in the waterjet cutting business for more than 25 years and during this time we have heard our share of concerns about waterjet cutting’s capabilities. Most, if not all, were unfounded. Indeed, today, water jet cutting is one of the most sought after cutting methods by business and industry. Work still needs to be done, however, to spread awareness about waterjet cutting’s capabilities. Read on as we address four common misconceptions about waterjet cutting’s perceived limitations.waterjet cutting services

As industry veterans, we’ve used our waterjet cutting systems to cut and fabricate thousands of top-quality parts and assemblies from a wide range of materials and in a multitude of different sizes and shapes. Having worked with gasket manufacturers, machine shops, furniture designers, aerospace engineers, corporate purchasing departments, graphic artists, and architects, to name a few, our water jet cutting service offers sharp, competitive pricing, comprehensive design and fabrication capabilities, and rapid and timely delivery—all by efficiently producing incredibly precise and smooth cuts to tolerances of .003±.”

Myth #1—Waterjet Can Only Cut a Few Different Materials
Waterjet cutting can accommodate a diverse range of materials, including, but not limited to, metals, plastics, stone, glass, ceramic, foam and composites. Waterjet cutting will easily cut through these materials without harming them, unlike laser cutting, that can damage many materials. Because it doesn’t have heat-affected zones or leave rough edges, waterjet cutting eliminates the need for secondary finishing, like sanding and filing, saving you both time and money. If you aren’t sure about what material will work best for you, get in touch and we will share our recommendations.

Myth #2—Waterjet Cutting Isn’t Accurate Enough to Cut Intricate Parts
As indicated above, waterjet cutting systems are capable of tight tolerances because they use highly pressurized, extremely thin jets of water to slice smoothly through the material they have been assigned to cut. Whether you need a prototype for research, a finished part for your factory, or a large dimensional sign for your building, Precision Cutting Service can easily produce them and more. Because our cutting nozzles are computer controlled (aka, CNC), we feed the exact dimensions of the item(s) you need into our computers to produce the perfectly finished part you need. Simply furnish us with a CAD or PDF file, vector graphic, blue print, sketch or the physical part you need to replicate and we’ll do the rest.

Myth #3—Waterjet Cutting Can Only Handle Small Scale Projects
In our more than 25 years of service, we have produced large products, small products and everything in-between. We’ve produced large volume orders, one-offs and, again, everything in-between. If you have questions about our capabilities in this regard, reach out to us at your convenience.

Myth #4—Waterjet Cutting Is Expensive
Waterjet cutting is quicker and often more accurate than other techniques and doesn’t require post finishing. Because our cutting nozzles are computer controlled, they can tightly nest parts into the material to be cut so than waste is minimized. And waterjet cutting is more energy-efficient than lasers and other cutting techniques. Consequently, water jet cutting saves you money and time. For decades, and nationwide, our waterjet cutting systems have proven they can meet just about any cutting challenge.waterjet cutting

If you are looking for a reliable vendor that can provide the products and services you need, look first to Precision Cutting Service. We make ideas happen and specialize in OEM parts, metal fabrication, custom cut aluminum signs and floor medallions, gaskets of all shapes and sizes, and custom cut stencils for the home, for business and industry, and for school and community playgrounds. Call us: (912) 233-9550 or contact us via our website.‬‬‬‬‬‬

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A Guide to Cutting Thick Materials from Today’s Waterjet Cutting Experts https://precisioncuttingservice.com/a-guide-to-cutting-thick-materials-from-todays-waterjet-cutting-experts/ Tue, 24 Nov 2020 20:09:00 +0000 https://precisioncuttingservice.com/?p=1331 An innovative technology using highly-pressurized water to create clean, efficient cuts, waterjet cutting has become one of the most popular methods today to cut harder, thicker material. At Precision Cutting Service, we use waterjet cutting systems to precisely cut everything from custom gaskets, to OEM parts, striking aluminum signs, unique floor and wall medallions, and a wide variety of metal fabricated custom applications.

Below we’ve collected some of the key advantages of using a waterjet cutting service to cut thicker materials.

  • Raw Material Savings: Because we use computer driven systems with cutting tolerances of up to .0003,” we are able to nest parts tightly, which allows us to get maximum utility out of the material we cut. This includes cutting different parts from the same material. In short, we save material and you save money.
  • Speed: Efficiency can be everything when it comes to cutting. With waterjet cutting, thicker materials can be cut quicker than with other forms of cutting, such as saws or lasers. And because waterjet cuts are always smooth, post finishing, like sanding, is never required, as it is with saws and some lasers. Again, this saves time and money.
  • Material Thickness: Waterjet cutting can easily cut material that is six or more inches thick—including pipes that are eight inches thick—that would be impossible to cut precisely or cost-effectively using other techniques.
  • Setup, Programming, & Maintenance: Another feature that makes waterjet cutting more efficient is that there’s minimal setup time because the cutting software we use can be programmed quickly and accurately to perform multiple jobs.
  • Eliminated Thermal Damage: With waterjet cutting, you need not worry about “cutting heat” damaging your material—like warping, for example—because there is no heat. Some cutting methods generate so much heat that they change the chemical composition of the cut material, but this is never the case with waterjet cutting.
  • Precision: When working with different materials, waterjet cutting enables you to take their composition into account for ultimate precision. You can calibrate pressure and speed for more sensitive materials to minimize the chance of damaging them, and, as mentioned above, our cutting tolerances are .003.”

Contact Precision Cutting Service for first-rate waterjet cutting solutions!

To learn more, contact our team of experts now. You can reach us online or call (912) 233-9550.

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