Waterjet Cutting Services
Waterjet cutting is a precision material cutting process that uses a high-pressure stream of water, often mixed with abrasive particles, to cut through metals, composites, plastics, and other materials without generating heat.
Key Features
Cold cutting process – eliminates heat-affected zones and warping
Capable of cutting thick and thin materials with tight tolerances
Can cut complex shapes and intricate patterns directly from CAD drawings
Minimal material waste due to precise cutting
Applications in Ship Repair
Steel, stainless steel, copper-nickel, and aluminum plate fabrication
Cutting of structural components, hull sections, bulkheads, and decks
Custom brackets, supports, and fitting fabrication
Retrofit and repair components with precise replacement parts
Applications in Commercial Use
Precision cutting of custom metal parts for construction, and manufacturing
Fabrication of brackets, flanges, and mounting plates for equipment installation
Architectural and decorative metalwork with intricate designs
Cutting of gaskets, rubber, and composite materials for industrial applications
Production of replacement parts where OEM lead times are long
Advantages
High precision and repeatability for complex shapes
Maintains material integrity – no heat distortion or metallurgical changes
Reduces post-cutting finishing work
Can handle thick and hard-to-machine metals efficiently
Standard Hourly Rates
Standard Cutting Rate: $165/hour
Rush / Precision Jobs: $205/hour
Volume Discount: $150/hour (for 10+ continuous hours or repeat contract clients)
Minimum Charges
Minimum Job Charge: $250 (covers setup & programming)
Programming / CAD File Prep: $85/hour (if customer files require modification)
Materials & Consumables
Abrasive (Garnet): Included in hourly rate
Basic Fixturing / Setup: Included in hourly rate
Specialty Materials (exotic alloys, composites, thick plate >3”): Quoted separately
Additional Services
Material Procurement: Cost + 20%
Expedited Turnaround (24 hrs): Additional 25% surcharge
On-Site Consultation: $125/hour + travel
Notes
Coast2Coast reserves the right to provide fixed project quotes based on drawings and Material specifications.
Customers may provide their own materials, subject to inspection.
All jobs are subject to Coast2Coast’s standard terms and conditions.