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[![What is Visual Management and Predictive Maintenance? How Does it Apply to Water Jet Cutting Systems?](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/hs-fs/hubfs/visual%20management%20predictive%20maintenance.jpg?width=660&name=visual%20management%20predictive%20maintenance.jpg)](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/what-is-visual-management-and-predictive-maintenance-how-does-it-apply-to-water-jet-cutting-systems)

## [What is Visual Management and Predictive Maintenance? How Does it Apply to Water Jet Cutting Systems?](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/what-is-visual-management-and-predictive-maintenance-how-does-it-apply-to-water-jet-cutting-systems)

[Water Jet Machines](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/tag/water-jet-machines) [Jul 07, 2022](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/what-is-visual-management-and-predictive-maintenance-how-does-it-apply-to-water-jet-cutting-systems)

Everyone understands the value of timely routine maintenance for all high-precision cutting and machining tools, including waterjet cutting equipment and high pressure pumps. Done correctly, per a recommended schedule, you experience higher uptime ...

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[![What Stone Fabricators and Countertop Fabricators Need to Know About Stone Cutting with Water Jet Machines](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/hs-fs/hubfs/cutting%20stone%20with%20water%20jet%20machines.jpg?width=660&name=cutting%20stone%20with%20water%20jet%20machines.jpg)](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/what-stone-cutters-countertop-fabricators-need-to-know-about-cutting-stone-with-water-jet-machines)

## [What Stone Fabricators and Countertop Fabricators Need to Know About Stone Cutting with Water Jet Machines](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/what-stone-cutters-countertop-fabricators-need-to-know-about-cutting-stone-with-water-jet-machines)

[Water Jet Industries](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/tag/water-jet-industries) [Jun 23, 2022](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/what-stone-cutters-countertop-fabricators-need-to-know-about-cutting-stone-with-water-jet-machines)

Nature has been cutting and carving stone for billions of years. Nothing can resist the unrelenting force of water. Take the Grand Canyon, for example. Now that is a masterpiece of stone cutting with water. However, as a fabricator working with ...

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## [Water Quality and Water Jet Filter Replacement Best Practices](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/water-quality-and-water-jet-machine-filter-replacement-best-practices)

[Water Jet Machines](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/tag/water-jet-machines) [Jun 02, 2022](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/water-quality-and-water-jet-machine-filter-replacement-best-practices)

The water used in a waterjet cutting system serves two distinct and different purposes, the [cutting process and hydraulics cooling](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/water-quality-and-waterjet-cutting-technology/). Poor water quality, as measured by the volume of suspended solids, reduces component life and increases the system’s ...

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[![Yeah, You Can Cut That with Water Jet Machines (Part 2)](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/hs-fs/hubfs/yeah%20you%20can%20cut%20that%20with%20water%20part%202.jpg?width=660&name=yeah%20you%20can%20cut%20that%20with%20water%20part%202.jpg)](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/yeah-you-can-cut-that-with-water-jet-machines-part-2)

## [Yeah, You Can Cut That with Water Jet Machines (Part 2)](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/yeah-you-can-cut-that-with-water-jet-machines-part-2)

[Water Jet Industries](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/tag/water-jet-industries) [May 31, 2022](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/yeah-you-can-cut-that-with-water-jet-machines-part-2)

Thanks for continuing on to Part 2 where we explore the two different types of water jet cutting and the advantages and capabilities of each. Taken together with Part 1, you have an excellent overview of the most versatile cutting technology ...

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## [Yeah, You Can Cut That with Water Jet Machines (Part 1)](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/yeah-you-can-cut-that-with-water-jet-machines)

[Water Jet Industries](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/tag/water-jet-industries) [May 06, 2022](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/yeah-you-can-cut-that-with-water-jet-machines)

The first water jet cutting system can be traced all the way back to the mid-1800s when miners used high-pressure water to remove overburden in hydraulic mining operations. While crude by today's standards, it is notable for being the first ...

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## [Cutting Composite Materials with Water Jet Systems](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/cutting-composite-materials-with-water-jet-systems)

[Water Jet Industries](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/tag/water-jet-industries) [Apr 01, 2022](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/cutting-composite-materials-with-water-jet-systems)

According to an [article](https://www.twi-global.com/technical-knowledge/faqs/what-is-a-composite-material) by TWI, a composite material is:

*"a combination of two materials with different physical and chemical properties. When combined, they create a specialized material to do a certain job, for instance, to become stronger, ...*

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## [Where is Your Water Jet Manufacturer After the Sale?](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/where-is-your-water-jet-manufacturer-after-the-sale)

[Water Jet Machines](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/tag/water-jet-machines) [Dec 21, 2021](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/where-is-your-water-jet-manufacturer-after-the-sale)

If you are in the market for a better cutting solution, choices abound. First there are a plethora of different cutting technologies, including water, plasma, laser, torch, saw, shear, slitting, and more. Then there are a variety of manufacturers ...

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[![High-Volume Plate Cutting in the Metals Distribution Industry](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/hs-fs/hubfs/high%20volume%20plate%20cutting.jpg?width=660&name=high%20volume%20plate%20cutting.jpg)](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/high-volume-plate-cutting-in-the-metals-distribution-industry)

## [High-Volume Plate Cutting in the Metals Distribution Industry](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/high-volume-plate-cutting-in-the-metals-distribution-industry)

[Water Jet Industries](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/tag/water-jet-industries) [Dec 15, 2021](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/high-volume-plate-cutting-in-the-metals-distribution-industry)

Metals distribution companies play a pivotal role in the supply and manufacturing chain from raw ore to finished goods. With labor shortages and an increasing variety of specialty metals in demand, this role is becoming more important every day.

[Read More](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-industries/high-volume-plate-cutting-in-the-metals-distribution-industry)

[![When You Need a Weekend Warrior, Lights-Out Water Jet Cutting Delivers](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/hs-fs/hubfs/lights%20out.jpg?width=660&name=lights%20out.jpg)](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/when-you-need-a-weekend-warrior-lights-out-water-jet-cutting-delivers)

## [When You Need a Weekend Warrior, Lights-Out Water Jet Cutting Delivers](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/when-you-need-a-weekend-warrior-lights-out-water-jet-cutting-delivers)

[Water Jet Machines](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/tag/water-jet-machines) [Oct 25, 2021](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/when-you-need-a-weekend-warrior-lights-out-water-jet-cutting-delivers)

Anyone looking to add qualified and motivated employees has discovered that the labor pool is tighter, smaller and shallower than ever before. Putting it mildly, it is a frustrating dilemma. 

[Read More](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/when-you-need-a-weekend-warrior-lights-out-water-jet-cutting-delivers)

[![How Water Jet Control Systems Impact Cut Quality](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/hs-fs/hubfs/controls.jpg?width=660&name=controls.jpg)](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/how-water-jet-control-systems-impact-cut-quality)

## [How Water Jet Control Systems Impact Cut Quality](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/how-water-jet-control-systems-impact-cut-quality)

[Water Jet Machines](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/tag/water-jet-machines) [Oct 06, 2021](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/how-water-jet-control-systems-impact-cut-quality)

In the hands of a skilled operator can achieve exceptional levels of accuracy. However, this production method suffers when it comes to repeatability. Even the steadiest hands cannot produce identical parts every time.

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