A global specialist in yacht refit, restoration and custom build required a specialised waterjet cutting machine to bolster its UK production capabilities. Known for exacting quality standards, the company is renowned for ensuring every project is executed with the highest levels of craftsmanship and precision

After extensive market research and site visits to OEMs and end users, the customer chose Water Jet Sweden. With an array of over 100 machine configurations, each Water Jet Sweden machine is built to order. This ensures that the customer could be confident in receiving a machine tailored to its exact specifications.

The customer opted for the NCP40 model, a premium water-jet cutter which is suitable for both 2D and five-axis 3D cutting. Selecting the larger table option extended the working range to 4.2 m. This choice was driven by the redesigned NCP40 and NCP30 models, which now feature extended working ranges to accommodate the growing adoption of BevelJet60 and AlphaJet five-axis technology solutions. The extended range allows full 3 and 4 m working ranges, even at extreme cutting angles.

For the processing of thick plates, the customer opted for the 6000 bar cutting head. According to Water Jet Sweden, this technology package offers the fastest abrasive waterjet cutting in the industry, providing higher throughput while reducing the processing cost per unit length of cut. Despite the higher initial capital cost, this investment promised a short payback period, aligning with the customer’s need for efficient and cost-effective production.

The NCP40 machine will cut custom plates used in the overhaul and repair of yachts. These tasks range from cutting external structural pieces for the hull to creating decks and aesthetic finishing panels.

More information www.waterjetsweden.co.uk