Precise cutting under high pressure - efficient drive technology for modern waterjet systems
How BFT uses Lenze's i550 cabinet to operate high-pressure pumps efficiently, precisely, and reliably
3,800 bar - High-pressure pumps for waterjet cutting place the highest demands on the technology used.
The Austrian company, headquartered in Kapfenberg, has been developing and manufacturing high-pressure pumps for demanding applications for over 40 years. The systems are used worldwide - anywhere materials such as metal, glass, stone, or composites need to be cut precisely and efficiently.
In waterjet cutting, the combination of pressure, precision, and energy efficiency determines the performance of the entire system.
Highest demands on drive technology in high-pressure systems
- High power density combined with a compact design
- Precise control for stable pressure conditions
- Energy-efficient operation under varying load conditions
- Compliance with electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements
- Energy-efficient operation
Saves up to 25% electricity through frequency-controlled operation - particularly efficient under partial load and in standby mode - Resource-efficient and environmentally friendly
No hydraulic system - no oil losses or leaks, reduced operating costs, and lower CO2 emissions - Precise control of high-pressure processes
Stable pressure conditions for precise cutting results - Easy integration and commissioning
Quick parameterization and straightforward commissioning - EMC-compliant
Reliable compliance with all electromagnetic compatibility requirements
Waterjet cutting is one of the most precise and flexible cutting processes in industry. Whether in the aerospace, automotive, or mechanical engineering sectors, the demands for efficiency, accuracy, and environmental sustainability are constantly rising.
Learn how variable-frequency drives operate high-pressure pumps efficiently and precisely