Business Details
29 Years
experience
Precision Waterjet & Sheet Metal Fabrication Services
Founded in April 1997 by James and Janet Miller, Austin Waterjet has established itself as a leader in precision cutting and sheet metal fabrication. Our commitment to delivering high-quality parts with short lead times has driven steady growth, even during challenging economic periods. Over the years, we have expanded our operations to a 25,000-square-foot facility in south Austin, strategically positioned to serve Austin, San Antonio, and the broader Central Texas region. Our investment in state-of-the-art equipment, including four waterjet machines with dual cutting heads and two high-powered laser cutting systems, ensures we meet evolving industry demands.We maintain a comprehensive inventory of aluminum, steel, and stainless steel to support rapid production cycles. Our teams dedication to technological advancement and process optimization has earned trust across diverse sectors, including aerospace, military, semiconductor, and food equipment manufacturing. By prioritizing customer responsiveness and operational excellence, we consistently deliver value-added solutions tailored to complex industrial needs.
Services
Waterjet Cutting
Laser Cutting
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Raw Material Stocking
Precision Forming
Light Machining
Grinding
Welding
Shipping
Manual Deburring
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in precision cutting and fabrication.
- Our 25,000 sq ft facility in Austin ensures rapid turnaround times.
- We serve diverse industries including aerospace, military, and semiconductor manufacturing.
- Our equipment is regularly updated to maintain technological excellence.
- We stock common metals for immediate material availability on urgent projects.
Services
Waterjet Cutting
Our waterjet cutting service uses high-pressure water and abrasives to achieve precise cuts in materials like titanium, stainless steel, and aluminum. This method ensures minimal material waste and tight tolerances for complex industrial applications. Ideal for aerospace, military, and semiconductor sectors requiring high-accuracy components.
Laser Cutting
Laser cutting delivers high-speed, accurate cuts for metals up to 4000 watts with a 60x120 cutting envelope. This service supports rapid prototyping and large-scale production for industries needing intricate designs and consistent quality in steel, aluminum, and stainless steel components.
Sheet Metal Fabrication
We provide end-to-end sheet metal fabrication, including forming, welding, and deburring, to create custom parts for OEMs and industrial clients. Our processes ensure durability and precision, meeting specifications for construction, food equipment, and architectural projects.
Raw Material Stocking
We maintain inventory of common metals like aluminum, steel, and stainless steel to reduce lead times for urgent orders. This service ensures immediate access to materials, supporting just-in-time production schedules for clients across multiple industries.
Precision Forming
Our precision forming service uses advanced machinery to shape metals into complex geometries with tight tolerances. This capability supports aerospace and semiconductor applications requiring high-accuracy components for critical systems.
Questions
What materials do you work with?
We specialize in steel, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, and G-10 composites for industrial cutting and fabrication projects.
What industries do you serve?
Our clients include aerospace, military, semiconductor, food equipment, construction, and OEM manufacturing sectors.
What is your typical lead time?
Most projects are completed within seven business days, with expedited options available for urgent needs.
Do you offer custom fabrication?
Yes, we provide tailored solutions for complex parts, including waterjet cutting, laser cutting, and precision forming.
What equipment do you use?
We utilize four waterjet machines with dual heads, two 4000W laser cutters, and precision forming tools for high-accuracy results.
Reviews (5)
Shop Tech
Nov 14, 2021
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When Frank in sales was supplied with an accurate DXF file for a quote, and told me he would guess at the size of my parts for the quote process, my confidence in him, and this place went straight out the window. Frank was offended and extremely rude when I told him a guess wasn't acceptable. I've used this company for many years, but have recently lost confidence in them and will not refer, or use them going forward.
Yessica Martinez
Feb 08, 2021
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Went from working for Austin Waterjet to now reaching out to them for waterjet & fabrication needs. The team over there is always helpful and they understand exactly what we need after working with us for 15+ years. They also look out for us since we always need really clean, pretty material :)
Scott Gross
Jan 09, 2021
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We've been working with Austin Waterjet for at least 18 years, ordering multiple times/month, and have experienced nothing but quality work and great service. No one's perfect and when there's been an issue Konrad has always done right by us. We work primarily with Betsy and she's thorough and responsive (and a general pleasure!). AWJ is the best in CTX!
Bianca N.
Jan 05, 2021
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We've been doing business with Austin Waterjet for over 2 years and we don't have any complaints! Quotes are sent back quick and are competitive... and the work is always good. Lead times are normal and always on time. If you are in a pinch, they are willing to help you out! Just ask! =) They are humans so mistakes can happen but they take full responsibility and do whatever they can to fix it and make it right. They value you more than just a customer. Thanks guys for always being so great!
-Bianca Gloria
-Bianca Gloria
Michael J.
Jan 04, 2021
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I've had nothing but headaches in my work experiences with AWJ. Betsy, the main woman I've dealt with, couldn't care less about her customers. Never even offering so much as an apology or if she does it's half hearted as can be. When they mess up an order and you notice when picking it up, Betsy expects you to go to the back of the line and wait for a new one. In business I understand mistakes can happen, but in Austin Waterjets case, they just flat out don't care. I highly recommend anyone to look elsewhere for your business.
