Last month we discussed how our digital “Slabsmith” layouts bring your countertop design to life on-screen, carefully mapping out your exact slab material, seam placement, and grain flow. Once that digital layout is finalized and programmed into our CNC system, it’s time for the next step: CNC robo-jet cutting.
So, what exactly is CNC robo-jet cutting, and why is it such a crucial part of your project?
CNC stands for Computer Numerical Control, which means every movement of the cutting tool is guided by precise digital instructions. In this stage, we use a robo-jet, an advanced machine that combines the power of a high-pressure waterjet with a robotic arm to cut stone slabs with impressive accuracy. The jet itself can reach pressures of over 60,000 PSI and is mixed with fine abrasive materials to slice cleanly through even the hardest granites, quartzites, and engineered stones, protecting your chosen natural stone.
Because the robo-jet follows the digital template created in the Slabsmith phase, every countertop edge, sink opening, and corner cut is executed to match your layout exactly, down to the millimeter. We invested in this method so that the material you chose, with all its unique veining and movement, is cut to maximize beauty, minimize waste, and fit your space perfectly once installed.
In short, CNC robo-jet cutting bridges the gap between the digital design and the physical slab. It’s where your stone structure begins to emerge from your chosen slab.
Next month, we’ll explore how these precisely cut pieces move into the finishing and polishing stages, bringing that glossy, seamless look you expect from Rocky Mountain Stone.