KCD Software Buys CADCode Systems
The custom cabinet and closet software company will expand its advanced CNC machining software capabilities. “We are thrilled to welcome CADCode Systems into the KCD Software family,” said Cadman Campbell, KCD Software president in making the announcement. “This acquisition is a natural fit for our mission to empower everyone from designers to manufacturers with powerful, […]
Giant CNC Panel Processing Machine a Show Star
Standing 18 feet tall and weighing more than 40 tons, C.R. Onsrud’s machine was a standout on the IWF show floor. “All of our machines are beefy,” said Rich Guerin, director of operations and controls for C.R. Onsrud. “But the High Rail dominated the floor of the recent International Woodworking Fair in Atlanta. Visiting manufacturers […]
Navigating the Intricacies of Woodworking
In the wood products manufacturing sector, woodworking is a multifaceted discipline that ranges from traditional artisanal methods to cutting-edge technologies. At its core, woodworking involves shaping and manipulating wood to create materials employed in the built environment. As a functional discipline within the woodworking spectrum, wood carving involves meticulously chiseling away at wood to reveal […]
Securing Your CNC Workpiece: All*Star CNC’s Innovative Gasketing Solutions
Owning a CNC machine can be a game-changer for any woodworker or manufacturer, allowing for precision cuts and intricate designs. However, it’s no secret that one of the significant challenges when working with a CNC machine is ensuring that your workpiece stays securely in place during the cutting process. Few things are more frustrating than […]
The Correlation Between Automated Technology and Manual Labor: 1 to 4
One of the most common questions I encounter is the relationship between automated technology and manual labor, particularly in the context of CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machines. People often wonder about the tangible benefits of integrating CNC technology into their operations. How much time can a CNC machine truly save? Will it significantly transform their […]
Advancements in CNC Tooling: Empowering the Woodworking Community
In the world of woodworking, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) technology has revolutionized the way intricate designs and precise cuts are achieved. Behind every successful CNC operation lies a vital element: tooling. As CNC technology evolves, so does the tooling used in the process. Let’s explore the recent advancements in CNC tooling, focusing on compression bits, […]
Your Passion for Woodworking vs. Transformative Technology: Where To from Here?
If you have ever thumbed through any woodworking magazine, you might perceive that the world of woodworking is reserved only for those with meticulous technique. When I first started woodworking, I―like many―romanticized the cultivation of technique and the pursuit of complex joinery: A journey that usually resulted in hours of slow methodical cuts…a side project […]
Growing into Technology
It’s no surprise that most woodworkers are challenged by technology and even more confused by the term G-code. For generations, manual labor tooling has been the backbone of our profession. Consider the simple handsaw transformed into a motorized handsaw. The two were similar enough so as to maintain cognitive correlation of each tool and its […]
Portable CNC Router Runs Large Projects Anywhere
Milan, Italy – Springa Srl brought one of the most intriguing technologies to IWF 2022, where it introduced the Goliath CNC—the first portable and autonomous robotic CNC tool. For IWF, the Goliath booth doubled as a showcase, with some furniture and decorative elements designed and made using the roaming CNC. The booth itself was also […]
At IWF 2022, Shaper Launches Simple Design Software, Universal Template for Its Handheld CNC
San Francisco-based woodworking and robotics company, Shaper Tools (Booth A10630), announced the launch of two new products for the woodworking and fabrication industries: Studio, a simplified design tool for craftspeople and Plate—a universal template and fixture for Shaper Origin. In 2018, Shaper launched Origin—the world’s first handheld CNC router. Since then, Shaper has been on […]