Waterjet Cutting Services
Forged Path Water Jet provides precision waterjet cutting services for manufacturers across Upstate South Carolina and the Southeast.
Based in Landrum, SC along the Asheville Highway corridor, we deliver accurate, clean cuts for metal, foam, and plastic materials — supporting everything from prototype parts to full production runs.
Our team operates abrasive waterjet cutting systems designed for consistency, repeatability, and tight tolerances. Whether you need a one-off component or reliable production support, we focus on precision, responsiveness, and quality you can count on.
South Carolina’s manufacturing sector supports more than 263,000 jobs statewide, earning the region a reputation for advanced manufacturing excellence. Forged Path Water Jet was created to support that ecosystem — giving local manufacturers access to dependable waterjet cutting without long lead times, unnecessary complexity, or out-of-state shipping costs.
Our Process
Getting your parts made should be straightforward.
Send us your CAD files or drawings, and we’ll review the requirements and provide a clear, accurate quote. Once approved, we program the cut paths and schedule your material on our abrasive waterjet cutting system.
Abrasive waterjet cutting works by combining high-pressure water with garnet abrasive to create a focused cutting stream. This process delivers clean, precise cuts across metal, foam, and plastic materials without heat distortion. Our flatbed waterjet system is designed to handle sheet and plate stock for prototypes, short runs, and production work with consistent accuracy.
Waterjet Cutting Services
We provide precision abrasive waterjet cutting services for a wide range of materials and applications including metal, foam, and plastic components with clean edges and consistent accuracy. We support customers across multiple industries — including manufacturing, aerospace support, energy, and specialty fabrication — delivering reliable results for prototype parts, short runs, and production work. Whether you need simple profiles or complex geometries, our process is designed to deliver accurate cuts without heat distortion or secondary finishing.
Benefits of Waterjet Cutting
Waterjet cutting stands apart from laser and plasma methods for several key reasons. Because it is a cold cutting process, there is no heat-affected zone on your parts, eliminating warping, hardening, or material distortion and making waterjet an ideal choice for sensitive materials and precision components. Abrasive waterjet cutting also allows for clean, accurate cuts across a wide range of materials and thicknesses without introducing thermal stress. The result is consistent quality, tight tolerances, and parts that are ready for use without additional finishing.
Industries We Serve
Forged Path Water Jet works with manufacturers across several industries. South Carolina exported $37.2 billion in manufactured products in 2024 according to the U.S. Trade Representative, with transportation equipment, plastics, and fabricated metals among the top categories. Our waterjet cutting services support companies in these sectors and more.
- Aerospace: Metal components and parts for aerospace manufacturers and suppliers
- Automotive: Gaskets, brackets, trim pieces, and prototype parts
- Gas & Oil: Seals, flanges, shims, and custom metal parts for demanding environments
- General Manufacturing: Foam inserts, plastic housings, signage, and industrial components
Have a specialized application? Give us a call and we can discuss whether waterjet cutting fits your needs.
Why Choose FPA
We focus on doing waterjet cutting the right way with reliable equipment, tight tolerances, and clear communication from quote to delivery. No handoffs. No guesswork. Just precise cuts and dependable service.
What sets us apart:
- Proven abrasive waterjet equipment for consistent, accurate cuts
- Local operation in Landrum, serving Upstate South Carolina and Western North Carolina
- Fast turnaround for both prototype and production orders
- Direct access to our team — no corporate call centers or layers of bureaucracy
Get in Touch
Forged Path Water Jet operates from our facility at 19810 Asheville Highway in Landrum, South Carolina. We serve
manufacturers throughout the Greenville, Spartanburg, and Asheville metro areas, and we also support customers
across the Southeast who ship material directly to our shop for precision waterjet cutting.
Our central location allows us to provide fast turnaround, clear communication, and dependable
service — whether you’re local or shipping parts from out of state.