Since 1963, KMT has been in high-pressure pump technology

Since 1963, KMT has been at the heart of ultrahigh-pressure (“UHP”) pump technology.

We specialize in the design and manufacture of waterjet cutting pumps and technology, and are dedicated to helping our customers accelerate their businesses with ultrahigh-pressure. We’re committed to pairing our cutting-edge technology with impeccable service, so you can focus on growing your business.

Our History

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1946

Joe McCartney founds McCartney Manufacturing Co. in Baxter Springs, KS

1963

McCartney Manufacturing sold to Ingersoll Rand, maintains the McCartney brand name. Begins experimenting with high pressure intensifiers.

1965

Dr. Norman Franz, attempting to develop a new cutting method for the lumber industry, invents the first waterjet cutting machine – financed and manufactured by McCartney Manufacturing Co.

1971

McCartney-Ingersoll Rand installs the first commercial waterjet system at Alton Box Board Company for cutting cardboard boxes.

1980s

Abrasive waterjet systems become commercially available.

1990s

Ingersoll Rand develops and commercializes industrial waterjet systems – demonstrating that waterjet technology can cut metal and stone with precision, setting off the growth of waterjet systems around the world.

2003

Karolin Machine Tool (KMT), based in Sweden, acquires the waterjet division of Ingersoll Rand. KMT Waterjet Systems was announced as the brand name

2008

KMT manufactures the first Streamline PRO 90,000psi/6.200bar 60hp intensifier pump, a significant advancement from 60,000psi technology.

2011

KMT manufactures the new Streamline PRO series pump including PRO 125hp pump, capable of cutting with two cutting nozzles at 85,000psi/5.900bar.

2013

KMT joins Shape Technologies Group.

2015

KMT introduces Genuine Service vans to bring technical service closer to the customer.

2021

KMT. Powering the World in Waterjet Technology for 50 years.

Today

KMT waterjets are sold worldwide, with offices in North, South and Central America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. The Baxter Springs facility continues to thrive, employing 180+ people, and pushing the frontier of UHP technology forward.

Committed to Quality

From the earliest days of our business, we’ve put quality first. Our world-class manufacturing facility is ISO 9001:2015 certified, and is audited annually by a third party to ensure our compliance. We also boast CSA & CE Certified Trained Technicians, PED Approval, and TSSA Certification.

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KMT is proud to be a Shape Technologies Group Company.

Shape Technologies Group, Inc. (SHAPE) delivers innovative manufacturing process solutions to customers spanning 100 countries and a broad array of industries. As the world leading provider and inventor of waterjet, SHAPE has become a strategic network of companies providing material processing and surface preparation, automated assembly, robotic motion systems, material handling, software, process control, aftermarket parts, and comprehensive support to our customers.

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