ABOUT US

The specialists in waterjet cutting

Technologically advanced, highly precise and driven by a passion for going the extra mile, we create solutions that reach far beyond standard manufacturing.

 From delicate micro-features to large-format components and from everyday materials to demanding specialty materials, we cut precisely according to each customer’s requirements.

Our values

Ambitious
Ambitious

We are leaders in our field and excel through comprehensive process and material expertise as well as continuous development of our technologies.

Reliable
Reliable

We are a trusted partner, delivering in the promised quality, at the agreed time and at the quoted price.

Solution oriented
Solution oriented

We understand the individual needs of our customers and provide targeted, effective solutions for every challenge.

Collaborative
Collaborative

We stand for open communication, short decision-making paths and a respectful, appreciative approach toward employees, customers and partners.

Moving forward together

At Waterjet, you make the difference. We provide an environment that encourages openness, responsibility and initiative. Anyone who wants to contribute will find real opportunities to grow. Discover what’s possible.

Waterjet employees discussing a project in an internal workshop

We are Waterjet!

Behind advanced technology are committed employees with experience and passion. Our experts combine technical competence with innovation to make demanding customer requirements possible. Get to know our team.

Employees exchanging expertise in the Waterjet production hall

Committed and well connected

As members of leading industry associations, we are part of a strong network with competent partners. Learn more about our memberships.

Waterjet employee in a customer discussion in the production hall

History

1989
The founding

Founding of the general partnership Maurer and Affentranger. Acquisition of the first waterjet cutting system and rental of the facilities at Gaswerkstrasse 48 in 4900 Langenthal.

1992
Waterjet AG founded

Conversion of the general partnership into Waterjet AG. Commissioning of the fourth waterjet cutting system.

1993
Aarwangen site

Purchase of the property at Mittelstrasse 8 in 4912 Aarwangen. Relocation of all systems.

1994
Waterjet Holding AG

Establishment of Waterjet Holding AG and acquisition of all shares of Waterjet AG by Walter and Otto Maurer.

1995
3D waterjet cutting

Commissioning of the first 5-axis waterjet cutting system for cutting complex contours in all three dimensions.

1998
Acquisition of WS-Tech

Waterjet AG grows through the acquisition of WS-Tech in St. Gallen with four employees. In the same year, Abritec AG is founded for abrasive and blasting media trading.

2002
Development of precision waterjet cutting

Development and launch of the first two Microwaterjet systems for precision cutting in the hundredth-of-a-millimeter range. Founding of the dedicated development company Microwaterjet AG.

2006
Production expansion

Commissioning of two additional 3D systems, six systems for large-format cutting and expansion to seven systems in the precision department.

2014
25-year anniversary

Waterjet AG celebrates its 25th anniversary. Production capacity expands to more than 20 systems.

2016
Group consolidation

Merger of Microwaterjet AG, Waterjet AG and WS-Tech AG into a single company under the name Waterjet AG.

2019
30-year anniversary

Waterjet AG celebrates its 30th anniversary. A 900 m² warehouse is added at the Aarwangen site. More than 20 precision cutting systems are in operation and a total of 40 waterjet cutting systems are available company wide.

2020
Waterjet Eastern Switzerland relocation

Relocation from Winkeln to Mörschwil. Production area increases from 600 m² to 1,000 m². The site employs five staff members.

2023
Large-format precision

Launch of the first large-format Microwaterjet precision system of type M5. With a working area of 2000 × 1000 mm, larger components can now be cut with resolutions down to 0.02 mm.

2024
Transition of operational management

On the company’s 35-year anniversary, founder and owner Walter Maurer hands over operational responsibility to Felix Egger as the new CEO.

2025
New brand appearance

Waterjet AG comprehensively redesigns its communication. The website is rebuilt and the brand identity refined. With the claim “the art of cutting", Waterjet highlights what has defined the company for more than 35 years.

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