Here’s the actual process for waterjet cutting from drawing Long Island projects. You upload your DXF, DWG, or STEP file through our system or send it directly. Our design team imports it into our CAM software and checks the geometry. We’re looking for open curves, duplicate lines, incorrect scaling, or anything that would cause the waterjet to cut incorrectly. If we spot an issue, we’ll contact you before cutting anything. If the file is clean, we verify your material selection, thickness, and quantity, then program the cutting path.
The waterjet follows your vector geometry exactly, using a high-pressure stream of water mixed with abrasive garnet to cut through your material. Because it’s a cold cutting process with our precision CNC waterjet systems, there’s no heat-affected zone, no warping, and no change to the material’s structural properties. The abrasive waterjet stream cuts clean edges without burning, melting, or hardening, which means your parts come off the table ready for the next operation. For most projects, we can nest multiple parts on a single sheet to maximize material usage and reduce your per-part cost. Once cutting is complete, we inspect dimensions, deburr any sharp edges if needed, and package your parts for pickup or delivery. The whole process typically takes 3-7 business days depending on material availability and machine scheduling, with rush options available when your timeline demands it.