Waterjet cutting is a manufacturing process that utilizes a high-pressure stream of water mixed with abrasive particles to cut through a variety of materials. The abrasive waterjet is directed by computer numerical control (CNC) technology for precise cutting.

Our Portland waterjet cutting service is versatile and can be used on a wide range of materials, including metals, plastics, glass, stone, ceramics, and composites.

The size limitations for waterjet cutting from Bridge City Steel are 6’-8 x 13’-4”

Waterjet cutting offers several advantages, including high precision, minimal material wastage, no heat-affected zone, and the ability to cut a variety of materials without altering their properties.

Waterjet cutting provides high precision with minimal tolerances, making it suitable for intricate and detailed cutting across various materials. Our Portland waterjet cutting service page offers some insights about materials, tolerances, expectations, waterjet equipment, and much more so that you know exactly what to expect from our waterjet cutting service.

Yes, our waterjet cutting service in Portland is suitable for a wide range of material thicknesses, from thin sheets to thick plates. If you have any questions about thickness or materials for your next waterjet cutting service we welcome you to contact us on our contact page or submit a free quote for waterjet cutting.

While waterjet cutting allows for intricate designs, some factors like material thickness and the specific capabilities of the equipment may impose certain design restrictions. It’s recommended to discuss design details with us at Bridge City Steel when you get a free waterjet cutting quote.

Turnaround times vary depending on factors such as project complexity, size, and our current workload. We suggest inquiring about our estimated turnaround times when requesting a free waterjet cutting quote.

Yes, our water waterjet cutting services can accommodate custom designs. Providing detailed design files and discussing your requirements with Bridge City Steel ensures the a successful project outcome.

Safety measures may include proper training for operators, protective gear, and adherence to guidelines for handling abrasive materials and operating waterjet cutting equipment. Bridge City Steel follows all safety protocols.

To obtain a quote, you can reach out to us here. We will need detailed project specifications, including material type, dimensions, and design files.

Yes, we offer rush or expedited options for projects with tight deadlines. It’s advisable to inquire about these options and associated costs when discussing your project with us.

We do not offer any post-cutting finishes.

Bridge City Steel in Portland, Or offers many different metal cutting services in addition to waterjet cutting. We offer laser cutting and plasma/flame cutting as well as our waterjet cutting. Each cutting service we offer has different advantages and disadvantages so we recommend looking through out web site and reading about which metal cutting service is best for your project. If you have any additional questions about advantages or disadvantages of any of our metal cutting services in Portland, OR at Bridge City Steel we welcome you to contact us for a free quote or us our contact form to send us any questions. We’re here to help you in any way so that your next metal cutting project comes out perfect.

Yes, we allows clients to provide their own material for cutting. To ensure that the material meets the specifications and compatibility with our waterjet cutting equipment we ask you provide all the information you can about the materials and project requirements.

The cost of waterjet cutting depends on various factors such as material type, thickness, intricacy of design, and machine setup time. Typically, prices can range from $1 to $10 per minute of cutting time.

While waterjet cutting is versatile, it may struggle with materials like tempered glass, certain ceramics, and some hardened metals. Brittle materials or those sensitive to water absorption may also pose challenges.

Generally, waterjet cutting tends to be more expensive than laser cutting, primarily due to higher operational costs associated with abrasive materials and machine maintenance.

Waterjet cutting offers advantages over milling in terms of versatility, precision, and the ability to cut a wider range of materials without heat-affected zones. However, for certain applications, milling may be more cost-effective or suitable.

Waterjet cutting typically requires a minimum pressure of around 40,000 to 60,000 pounds per square inch (psi) for efficient cutting, although higher pressures may be necessary for certain materials or thicker cuts.