Waterjet Cutting Glass, POWERED BY KMT

Waterjet technology is used in the automotive, aerospace, electronics & architectural industries for cutting glass—its precision, versatility & ability to cut intricate designs without causing heat damage or compromising the material’s structural integrity.

Waterjet cutting glass benefits

Abrasive waterjet cutting technology is a great method for glass-cut materials because it allows for contours and shapes that cannot be achieved with other cutting machines at a reasonable cost.

From artistic tabletop inlays to detailed stained glass designs, mirrors, glass ornaments, replacement windows for antique cars, and more, there’s almost no glass scoring application* that a waterjet cutting machine from KMT Waterjet can’t tackle. *(Not suitable for the processing of tempered or hot glass)

Since glass has the potential to crack, many fabricators will lower the operating pressure when piercing to begin the water jet cut, then increase the pressure for a cost-effective cutting speed.

Because water jet cutting does not vibrate the glass, there are no heat-affected zones (HAZ), or leave behind rough edges, and almost no secondary finishing is required.

INDUSTRIES USING WATERJET TECHNOLOGY FOR CUTTING GLASS:

Architectural: Glass panels for facades, windows, doors, and interior partitions.

Automotive: Windshields, side windows, and sunroofs.

Aerospace: Aircraft windows and interior components.

Interior Design: Countertops, tabletops, and decorative pieces.

Art and Design: Sculptures, artworks, and custom designs.

Electronics: Cutting substrates for displays and cell phone touchscreens.

Furniture: Glass shelves, tabletops, and decorative elements.

Industrial: Glass components for machinery, equipment, and instrumentation.

THE BENEFITS OF USING WATERJET TECHNOLOGY:

High Precision: Achieve high precision and accuracy by using waterjet machines to cut glass, making it ideal for creating intricate patterns and designs in glass.

Clean Cutting Edge: With a very thin waterjet cutting kerf, the glass leaves a smooth, clean edge on the glass, eliminating the need for secondary finishing processes.

Reduced Setup Time: Waterjet tables require minimal setup time, allowing for quick production turnaround, and no changes of tools.

Cost-Effective: Save money and time with automated waterjet cutting machines including loading and unloading.

Automated Design: KMT Waterjet OEM global integrators have designed automated waterjet cutting machines including robotic cells for high-volume production.

Increased Productivity: Companies have increased their production capacity using waterjet cutting machines that can process glass quickly and efficiently, enhancing overall productivity.

Diverse Applications: Waterjet-cut glass finds applications in various industries, including architecture, automotive, aerospace, interior design, and art.

AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY CUTS GLASS

The narrow water jet stream (.005 or .007 orifice) is used for cutting glass, which minimizes waste, leading to cost savings on materials.
The smooth edges reduce the need for further polishing, saving time and resources.

THICK GLASS WITH WATERJET MACHINES

With abrasive garnet mixed into the waterjet stream.
up to 12 inches of glass has been successfully cut, when powered by KMT Waterjet pumps and cutting nozzles from 60,000psi to 90,000psi.

DECORATIVE ART GLASS CUTTING

Waterjet technology is used extensively for cutting decorative glass art because of its precision and versatility in scoring glass.
Because of the thin water jet stream, precision accurate cuts are made, without the risk of thermal damage, as it operates without heat.

ARCHITECTURAL USE OF WATERJET

The waterjet cutting process is quick, accurate, and can create intricate patterns that can be repeated when cutting multiple items.
Waterjet machines improves productivity, and minimize downtime, thanks to the lack of need for tool changes.