Marble Miracles via Waterjet
When 26-year-old Michelangelo sculpted the statue David from a
block of marble 500 years ago, his tools were basic and crude
compared to what is available today. And although solid marble
floors were created for the wealthy back then, the artists did
not have the tools to make intricate, delicate patterns in the
marble. A slab of marble remained a slab of marble cut to the
required size.
Today's technology for creating masterpieces of architectural
design from marble is centered on the cutting technology of
waterjet. A Master Designer is no longer limited in expressing
his creativity as the waterjet machines can cut, with meticulous
precision, the thousands of various-shaped pieces that comprise
a work of art. Marble-granite-onyx floor medallions, an example
of the practical use of waterjet technology, can be seen not
only in hotel lobbies, restaurants and airports, but in fine
homes around the globe. These medallions express uniqueness,
quality and originality, and are considered an excellent
investment. They come in original designs, or pre-made,
ready-to-install designs, or a customized version of the
pre-made version. And, they are economical.
What is waterjet Cutting? * An environmentally friendly process
* A process that does not create chemical air pollution * A
process that does not create dust, grindings, or chips * A
process that does not generate pollutants or fumes * A process
that does not require cutting oils or emulsions * A process that
is clean and efficient
What items can be cut with waterjet? * Marble and granite, and
all other stones * Ceramics and porcelain * Linoleum, vinyl, and
sports flooring * All metals, including brass, muntz, CorTen
Steel, stainless steel * Glass * Almost any material that you
want to cut into a two-dimensional shape * Being a clear, cold
process, waterjet cutting does not distort, heat, or harden
materials * When conventional cutting methods can't cut through
a material, waterjet can * No pressure or heat is exerted on the
material, making it safe for plastics or composites, or items
that cannot tolerate mechanical damage or heat
What patterns can be cut with waterjet? * If you can draw it on
a computer, waterjet can cut it * Images come from electronic
files, drawings, blueprints, etc. * The images are converted
into a language the waterjet machines can read. * This
'converted image' is downloaded onto the waterjet machine
What about the cost? * Waterjet cutting is the most economical
way to cut stainless steel, porcelain, or any stone into complex
shapes. * Being environmentally friendly makes it very cost
effective * The savings over traditional cutting methods is
often substantial * There are no molding or tooling costs
associated with waterjet
What are some of the main architectural uses of waterjet
technology in the commercial world? The intricate masterpieces
created with the waterjet technology are found around the world
in: * Airports * Government Buildings * Hospitals * Hotels,
Resorts, Casinos * Restaurants * Malls * Outdoor Public Spaces
* Medallions are found in all of the above places, along with an
artistically designed whole floor concept that delightfully
leads one from the entryway into all the areas where the public
or employees walk. The medallions are sometimes the logo of the
local sports team, or the trademark of the business.
Other uses of waterjet technology in these commercial areas
include architectural signage, plaques and murals. These murals
can depict famous places that attract tourists to the area.
What are the main architectural uses of waterjet technology in
residences? * Stone Floor Medallions may be located throughout
the home, starting with a Custom Entryway * Border Tiles, along
with an artistically designed whole, flowing-floor concept,
gently carry one from the entryway to living room, dining room,
halls, kitchen, bedrooms and bathrooms in an integrated,
beautiful way. * Bathrooms - a sublime bathing experience when
planned by a Master Designer * Kitchens - blending the floors,
countertops, and dining areas into a daily delightful
cooking/baking/eating experience * Fireplace Surrounds * Stone
Furniture * Wall Murals and Art