System Architecture

Components of an industrial waterjet system.

The specific configuration varies by application. Recurring functional groups are water supply, pressure generation, high-pressure conveyance, the jetting tool, tool or workpiece guidance, and safety and process peripherals.

01 · Media

Water Supply

Inlet, filtration, and where needed conditioning and temperature control supply the high-pressure side to the manufacturer's requirements.

Water & Treatment (DE) →
02 · Hydraulics

Pressure Generation

High-pressure pumps and power units deliver the required operating point of operating pressure and flow rate.

Pump Technology (DE) →
03 · High-Pressure Side

Piping & Valves

Pipework, hoses, fittings, and valves convey and switch the medium under the intended operating conditions.

04 · Process

Nozzle & Jetting Tool

Cutting head, round or fan-jet orifice, rotary tool, or lance determine the local effect of the water jet.

Jetting Tools (DE) →
05 · Motion

Guidance & Kinematics

Hand guidance, an axis system, a robot, a feed device, or a positioner bring tool and object together reproducibly.

Automation (DE) →
06 · Peripherals

Safety & Process Environment

Enclosure, interlocking, catch systems, filtration, sludge or abrasive handling, and control complete the system concept.

Safety →