--- title: Other Applications (Non-Cutting) of Ultra-High-Pressure (UHP) Water description: In this preview of our whitepaper, we explore alternate uses of ultra high pressure water. image: https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/hubfs/other%20high%20pressure%20apps.jpg --- [![Jet Edge](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/hubfs/Jet_Edge_November2019/images/Jet-Edge-Logo-250x61.png)](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/) - [Waterjets](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-cutter-motion-systems/) - [Edge Mid Rail Series](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/edge-mid-rail-series/) - [Edge Mid Rail Edge X3](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-cutter-motion-systems/edge-x-3-mid-rail-gantry-waterjet-cutting-machine/) - [Edge Mid Rail Edge X5](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-cutter-motion-systems/5-axis-waterjet-cutting-machine/) - [Edge Mid Rail Dual Carriage](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-cutter-motion-systems/edge-dual-carriage-mid-rail-waterjet/) - [Edge High Rail Series](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/edge-high-rail-series/) - [Edge X3-HR](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-cutter-motion-systems/edge-x3-hr/) - [Edge X5-HR](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-cutter-motion-systems/edge-x5-hr/) - [Jet Start Series](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/jet-start-series/) - [Jet Start 510A](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-cutter-motion-systems/jet-start-510a/) - [Jet Start 510A5](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-cutter-motion-systems/jet-start-510a5/) - [Custom Configuration](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/custom-configuration/) - [Pumps](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-pumps/) - [Hero Series](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/hero-intensifier-pump-series/) - [HERO 50](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-pumps/hero-50/) - [HERO 50+](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-pumps/hero-50-plus/) - [HERO 100](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-pumps/hero-100/) - [HERO 100+](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-pumps/hero-100-plus/) - [HERO 150](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-pumps/hero-150/) - [HERO 150+](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/products/water-jet-pumps/hero-150-plus/) - [Custom Configuration](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/custom-configured-ultra-high-pressure-pumps/) - [Accessories](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-accessories/) - [Resources](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/resources/) - [Resource Center](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/resources/) - [Guide to jetedgewaterjets.com](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/jetedgewaterjets-com-site-navigation-resources/) - [Service & Support](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-system-pump-service/) - [Maintenance Training Classes](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/resources/jet-edge-training/) - [Maintenance Training Videos](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/resources/?_technical_service_and_support=maintenance-training-videos) - [Technical Bulletins](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/resources/?_technical_service_and_support=technical-bulletins) - [Blog](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/) - [Case Studies](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/resources/?_waterjet_cutting_best_practices=case-studies) - [Product & Application Videos](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/resources/?_video_library=product-videos) - [Application Analysis](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/application-analysis/) - [Choice Waterjet Parts](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/choice-waterjet-parts/) - [Financing](https://financewithafp.com/jetedge/) - [About](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/about/) - [Contact](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/contact/) [ORDER PARTS](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/jet-edge-e-commerce-store/) [ORDER PARTS](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/jet-edge-e-commerce-store/) # Other Applications (Non-Cutting) of Ultra-High-Pressure (UHP) Water - [Home](https://jetedgewaterjets.com/) - Other Applications (Non-Cutting) of Ultra-High-Pressure (UHP) Water [Feb 02 2026](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/water-jet-machines/other-applications-non-cutting-of-ultra-high-pressure-uhp-water) [Water Jet Machines](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/tag/water-jet-machines) ![Other Applications (Non-Cutting) of Ultra-High-Pressure (UHP) Water](https://blog.jetedgewaterjets.com/hubfs/other%20high%20pressure%20apps.jpg) NOTE: The following blog is taken as an excerpt from Jet Edge’s white paper *Beyond Cutting: Other Industrial Applications for 60K PSI Water* In industrial environments, the need for solving problems in new and better ways is a constant theme. Whether the requirement is to remove buildup without damaging the surface, strip coatings without generating hazardous waste, cut components in flammable or explosive environments, or many, many other examples.   Ultra-high-pressure (UHP) water has become a practical solution to many of these problems. While best known for abrasive cutting, the intensifier pumps that are the heart of these systems are equally effective in cleaning, surface preparation, selective removal, and testing applications where precision, safety, and environmental control are critical. In the sections below, we highlight some of the most common applications of ultra-high-pressure water outside of traditional industrial cutting systems—and why operations teams are increasingly selecting it as a primary process solution.   ## Core Industrial Applications Where does UHP water show up in other industrial applications today? Rather than an exhaustive list, the sections below highlight the most common *industrial use applications for ultra-high-pressure water*. We invite you to scan for the areas that match your environmental or operational challenges.   ### Industrial and Robotic Cleaning Ultra-high-pressure water is widely used for precision cleaning in automated and robotic environments. Typical uses include degreasing molds and dies, removing coatings, and cleaning finished parts in the automotive, aerospace, and heavy manufacturing industries. Because cleaning energy comes from water velocity rather than abrasives or chemicals, surfaces are thoroughly cleaned without contamination or the creation of secondary waste.   ### Surface Preparation and Coating Removal In fieldwork (infrastructure, for example) and maintenance environments, UHP water removes paint, rust, corrosion, and protective coatings while preserving the underlying substrate. Applications include aircraft paint stripping, ship hull preparation, industrial maintenance, and infrastructure restoration. Compared to abrasive blasting, water-based methods reduce dust, simplify containment, and improve worker safety.   ### Cold Cutting in Hazardous Environments Where heat, sparks, or flames pose unacceptable risk, UHP water enables safe cold cutting of pipes, tanks, vessels, and structural components. This is especially valuable in oil and gas, chemical processing, and energy facilities, where minimizing shutdowns and hazardous maintenance procedures is critical.   ### Hydro-demolition and Concrete Removal At pressures up to 60K PSI, UHP water selectively removes damaged concrete while leaving the reinforcing steel intact. This method is widely used in bridge decks, parking structures, spillways, and hydroelectric facilities, offering reduced vibration, improved bond quality, and less rework than mechanical methods.   ### Descaling and Internal Tube Cleaning Ultra-high-pressure water is commonly used to remove mineral scale and buildup from heat exchangers, boilers, condensers, and process piping. These applications help restore efficiency, reduce energy consumption, and extend equipment life in power generation, petrochemical, food, and utility operations.   ### Deburring, Finishing, and Sanitization Controlled high-pressure water streams are used for precision deburring, edge finishing, and sanitation, where cleanliness and maintaining surface integrity are crucial. Applications span automotive and aerospace manufacturing, food and pharmaceutical production, and regulated environments where chemical residue or abrasive contamination is unacceptable. If any of these categories sound familiar, the question isn’t whether ultra-high-pressure water can do the job — it’s whether it fits your specific application needs.   ## Specialized and Advanced Uses (At a Glance) Beyond core industrial maintenance and cleaning, UHP water is also used in more specialized applications where controlled pressure and repeatability are essential:   *These applications illustrate how ultra-high-pressure water functions as a flexible industrial power source, not just a cutting technology.* ## Talk To Jet Edge About Up-Time If you're struggling keeping your machines up and running, talk to us. With our extensive expertise in application development, engineering, and industry-specific experience, we are well-positioned to support your decision-making process. 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