Sprøytesnitting

Sprøytesnitting, also known as spray cutting or waterjet cutting, is an industrial process that uses a high-pressure stream of water to cut materials. The water is typically mixed with an abrasive substance, such as sand or garnet, to enhance its cutting power. This abrasive-laden water jet is forced through a tiny nozzle, creating a focused stream that can slice through a wide variety of materials with high precision.

The process is highly versatile and can be used on materials that are difficult or impossible to cut with traditional methods, including metals, plastics, composites, stone, and glass. It is a cold cutting process, meaning it generates very little heat, which is advantageous for materials sensitive to thermal distortion. The precision of sprøytesnitting allows for intricate shapes and clean edges, often eliminating the need for secondary finishing operations.

Applications for sprøytesnitting are widespread across numerous industries. It is utilized in aerospace for cutting complex aircraft components, in the automotive industry for shaping car parts, and in manufacturing for general fabrication. The construction sector uses it for cutting concrete and stone, while the food industry can employ it for precise portioning. The environmental impact is also considered relatively low, as it primarily uses water and recyclable abrasives, and does not produce harmful fumes.