Quality, delivery & customer assurance
System responsibility
Finepart's core business is the development and manufacture of micro abrasive waterjet machines: Finecut µCUT, Finecut WMC500II, Finecut WMC1000II and Finepart Taylor Made solutions.
Finecut WMC500II is Finepart's flagship modular platform. It can be supplied in 3-, 4- or 5-axis configurations, and compatible WMC500II systems can be reviewed for later upgrades. All multi-axis configurations can also operate in 3-axis mode.
Finecut µCUT is a fixed 3-axis configuration and is not upgradeable. Finecut WMC1000II is configured for the application, while Finepart Taylor Made is engineered around requirements beyond the standard platforms.
A complete Finecut System combines the precision machine with the equipment and knowledge required for operation. Depending on the agreed system scope, this includes a high-pressure pump, mist extraction, water stabilisation, CAD/CAM software and a training package from Finepart Academy.
These supporting products are manufactured and supplied by Finepart's partners. Finepart coordinates the delivery and takes responsibility for system functionality and training within the scope defined in the quotation and agreement.
Acceptance process
Acceptance is structured to verify the agreed system before it leaves production and again after installation at the customer's site.
Before delivery, the system undergoes Finepart's standard FAT at the production operation in Mölnlycke. The test verifies the system against the deliverables and specifications defined for the order. The customer is welcome to attend.
After arrival, the Finecut System is installed and prepared for verification at the customer's site.
The SAT reflects the FAT and confirms that the delivered system has arrived, been installed and performs in accordance with the agreed acceptance scope.
Customer approval completes the acceptance stage. The quotation, agreement and applicable delivery terms govern the formal completion of delivery and the transfer of title and risk.
Installation planning
Getting a Finecut System operational requires coordinated preparation of the site, utilities, handling equipment and ambient environment. Finepart confirms the final requirements for the ordered machine, high-pressure pump and associated equipment.
Plan the installation with Finepart ↗Show the intended position of every machine, pump and associated unit.
Finepart checks whether the standard treatment system is suitable.
Power, mains water, drainage and compressed air must be ready.
The customer provides safe unloading and internal transport at each delivery.
Separate, project-specified supply points.
Minimum inlet pressure 4–7 bar, depending on pump configuration.
Drainage at the agreed equipment locations.
Minimum 6.5 bar, dry and oil-free.
If the available water pressure is insufficient, Finepart can propose a suitable technical solution. For installations with more than one Finecut System, separate supply points for all required services must be provided for each machine, each high-pressure pump and all associated equipment.
Regional configurations
Power supply, frequency and installation details depend on the market configuration. Do not transfer values between CE and US installations. Finepart confirms the applicable requirements in the order-specific documentation.
For both configurations: compressed air must be dry and free from oil and dust. Water or oil cooling may be available depending on the selected pump configuration.
Footprint, access and handling
Dimensions and weights differ between market configurations and pump suppliers. Allow additional service, ventilation and door-opening space around the stated equipment dimensions.
| Equipment | EU planning dimensions | EU planning weight | US planning dimensions | US planning weight | Additional clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finecut WMC500II | 2,090 × 1,300 × 1,750 mm | 2,500 kg | 6 ft 9 in × 4 ft 4 in × 5 ft 9 in | 5,511 lb | Two doors: 500 mm / 20 in each when open |
| BFT high-pressure pump | 1,800 × 800 × 1,050 mm | Approx. 830 kg* | 5 ft 11 in × 2 ft 8 in × 3 ft 6 in | 1,786 lb | Allow space for cooling and service access |
| UHDE high-pressure pump | 2,220 × 1,050 × 1,460 mm | 1,210 kg* | Order-specific | Order-specific | Allow space for cooling and service access |
| Mist-extraction unit | 440 × 440 × 2,420 mm | Confirm for delivery | 18 × 18 × 95 in | Confirm for delivery | Height is adjustable |
*Planning/transport values shown in the system footprint overview. The dedicated pump technical sheets state 810 kg for BFT and 1,100 kg for UHDE; use the order-specific shipping documents when selecting unloading and lifting equipment.
High-pressure pump alternatives
Both pump platforms deliver the high-pressure water required by the Finecut process, but their dimensions, weight, oil capacity and installation data differ.
The detailed pump sheet states three-phase 480 V / 60 Hz, rated current 40 A and recommends a 50 A fuse. The system footprint overview specifies a 60 A pump supply. Final circuit sizing, protective devices and local-code compliance must therefore follow the order-specific electrical documentation and a certified electrician's assessment.
Maintain sufficient air circulation.
Stable ambient temperature.
Recommended for optimum performance.
Protect the system against freezing.
Cutting-water quality
Water quality has a direct effect on maintenance intervals, wear in nozzles, swivel joints, control valves and high-pressure seals, and therefore on operating cost and productivity. A water analysis must be submitted to Finepart before delivery.
If the analysis falls outside the capability of the standard water-treatment system included with the Finecut System, Finepart can propose suitable additional equipment.
The values below support installation planning. Finepart reviews the customer's water analysis and confirms the project-specific treatment requirements.
| Parameter | Acceptable | Good |
|---|---|---|
| Alkalinity (mg/l) | 25 | 10 |
| Carbon dioxide (mg/l) | 0 | 0 |
| Chloride as Cl (mg/l) | 15 | 1 |
| Copper (mg/l) | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Free chlorine (mg/l) | 1 | 0.05 |
| Electrical conductivity (µS/cm) | 100–450 | 100–450 |
| Iron as Fe (mg/l) | 0.1 | 0.01 |
| Manganese as Mn (mg/l) | 0.1 | 0.05 |
| Magnesium as Mg (mg/l) | 0.1 | 0.1 |
| Nitrate (mg/l) | 25 | 10 |
| pH | 7.0–8.5 | 7.5–8.5 |
| Silica (mg/l) | 5 | 1 |
| Sodium (mg/l) | 10 | 1 |
| Sulfate (mg/l) | 25 | 1 |
| Total dissolved solids, TDS (mg/l) | 100 | 5* |
| Total hardness as CaCO3 (mg/l) | 2–10 | 2–5 |
| Turbidity (NTU) | 1.5 | 0.5 |
*For TDS, values below 5 mg/l may make the water too aggressive.
Customer prepares
Facility layout, water analysis, unloading and internal transport, suitable floor and access, utility supply points, network connection, floor drilling, a certified electrician and compliance with local pressure-equipment requirements.
Finepart supports
Finepart confirms the project requirements, reviews the water analysis, proposes additional technical solutions when needed and performs the agreed installation and commissioning work for the delivered Finecut System.
This page is an early planning guide. The signed quotation, approved facility layout and project-specific pre-installation documentation define the final requirements for the selected Finecut System, high-pressure pump and associated equipment.
Request an installation-readiness review ↗Competence transfer
Every purchased Finecut System includes training matched to the delivered machine and configuration. The programme forms part of Finepart Academy and combines theory with practical, hands-on learning.
The principles and conditions behind waterjet cutting.
How the process changes when precision, kerf and component scale become critical.
Operation and process understanding relevant to the purchased system.
Relevant instruction in the CAD/CAM software used to prepare and run the cutting process.
Operations & lifecycle
Consumables, spare parts, service and technical support are coordinated from Finepart's headquarters in Sweden, with selected service partners supporting customers in parts of the world when appropriate.
Orders and service requests are coordinated from Finepart's headquarters in Sweden. Standard spare parts that are in stock are normally dispatched the same day or the following business day, depending on availability and when the order is received.
Technical support is coordinated from Finepart's headquarters in Sweden. Finepart may also use selected service partners to support customers in different regions.
Each system is delivered with manuals for the included equipment and the certificates and documentation that form part of the agreed delivery.
Finepart is prepared to enter into a confidentiality agreement with potential customers. Finepart normally prefers a Mutual NDA because both parties may need to disclose information that should be protected. Drawings received under that framework are handled within Finepart's operational sphere and are not intended for distribution outside it.
Finepart builds its machines according to its Standard Operating Procedures and the applicable requirements for CE conformity. In the Finepart demo centre, customer-specific processes may also be followed when agreed for a particular project.
The exact standards, certificates and documentation included are defined for each delivery.
Start with the application
Share the material, drawing, tolerance and production requirement. Finepart will evaluate the application and propose the appropriate validation and system scope.
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