Automated Water
Jet Systems

Throughout its history, NLB has devoted itself to developing automated water jet equipment and high-pressure water jetting solutions that maximize operator safety and productivity. Our latest semi-automated systems take reducing the risk of accident and injury to a new level.

Products like the Automated Remote Manipulator (ARM) let an operator manipulate various water blasting tools from the safety and comfort of a climate-controlled cab. This not only provides more protection but reduces downtime and expense. The operator uses convenient joystick controls to position the tooling and then start and stop the flow of high-pressure water.

You can download a brochure to learn more about how semi-automated water jet systems from NLB can help improve productivity and safety.

Features and Benefits:

  • A variety of accessories, including patented SpinJet® and Spin-Nozzle® heads
  • Easy compliance with OSHA Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirements
  • Tools available for tube bundle cleaning, hydrodemolition, surface preparation, and more
  • More thorough and productive than manual cleaning
  • Minimizes operator risk from debris and high-pressure water

Automated Water Jet System Features and Benefits

  • A variety of accessories, including patented SpinJet® and Spin-Nozzle® heads
  • Tools available for tube bundle cleaning, hydrodemolition, surface preparation, and more
  • More thorough and productive than manual high-pressure water jetting
  • Minimizes operator risk from debris and high-pressure water jet exposure

NLB Corp.’s automated systems deliver the power of a high-pressure water jets in a controlled, remotely operated platform. Whether you need a water jet solution for industrial pipe and surface cleaning or large-scale surface preparation, NLB Corp. has the equipment and expertise to match your operation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Automated Water Jet Systems

What is an automated water jet system?
An automated water jet system uses high-pressure water delivered through mechanized or robotic equipment to perform industrial cleaning, surface preparation, hydrodemolition, and related tasks. NLB’s semi-automated systems — including the ARM and Self-Guided SpinJet™ — allow operators to direct a powerful high-pressure water jet from a safe, remote position, significantly reducing risk while increasing throughput.

What are the advantages of automated water jet systems over manual water jetting?
Compared to manual high-pressure water jetting, automated systems reduce operator exposure to debris and pressurized water, increase consistency and cleaning coverage, and improve productivity on large or repetitive jobs. NLB’s automated water jet equipment is engineered to maximize uptime and minimize labor-intensive intervention.

What applications are NLB’s automated water jet systems designed for?
NLB’s automated water jet systems support a wide range of industrial applications, including tube bundle cleaning, hydrodemolition, surface preparation, and tube and pipe cleaning. Systems can be configured with NLB’s patented SpinJet® and Spin-Nozzle® tooling for application-specific performance.

What is a water jetting system, and how does it relate to high-pressure water jetting?
A high-pressure water jetting system uses high-velocity water flow — typically between 10,000 and 40,000 psi (700 and 2,800 bar) — to blast away scale, coatings, blockages, or debris from pipes, tanks, and industrial surfaces.

How do I select the right automated water jetting system for my application?
The right system depends on the type of surface or material, required operating pressure (psi/bar), job site dimensions, and access constraints. NLB’s expert team has more than 55 years of high-pressure water jetting experience and can help you identify the best automated water jet configuration for your operation. Contact NLB at (800) 441-5059 or request a quote online.

ARM Family Model Comparison

ModelLengthHeightOverall WidthWeightBoom Swing LeftBoom Swing RightMax. Reach (Approx.)
Micro-ARM Logo
Micro-ARM™ MK II
7' (2.13 m)4' 9" (1.45 m)30" (0.76 m)1,650 lbs (748 kg)
-or- 1,720 (780 kg)
with 40k SpinJet®
90°90°9.58' Vertical
(Nozzle parallel
to the ground)


Mini-ARM Logo


Mini-ARM™
9' (2.74 m)7' 4" (2.24 m)34" (0.86 m)2,400 lbs (1,089 kg)55°60°V 9'5" (2.87 m)
H 10'1" (3.07 m)


ARM Logo


ARM
15' 5" (4.70 m)8' 7" (2.62 m)72" (1.83 m)9,200 lbs (4173 kg)55°50°V 12' (3.60 m)
H 17' (5.18 m)

Have Questions?

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At NLB, we're dedicated to assisting you. If you're uncertain about which product is best for your application, our team is ready to help you find the perfect solution. If we need to customize a product to fit your specific needs, we're prepared to do so! Simply give us a call or fill out the form, and one of our experts will be in touch with you shortly.

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