Is Your CNC Router Still Fit for Purpose?
Like any technology, however, there has been a product enhancement evolution. While the older machine may still work just fine,…
08 March 2018
05 March 2018
Technical Tip of the Week: Holding small parts on your CNC Router
Of course the notion of a ‘small’ part depends entirely on the type of job and material you are processing.…
22 February 2018
Technical Tip of the Week: How to Use a Compression Bit
CNC routers need bits. They determine the kind of processing you can do, the resolution of your finished designs, and…
15 February 2018
Technical Tip of the Week: The difference between Upcut and Downcut CNC router bits
Tool selection is critical when it comes to achieving a desired surface finish, tool life, or cut speed of a…
08 February 2018
Technical Tip of the Week: How to maintain your CNC Router
AXYZ CNC routers are built to be accurate and reliable. We use the best quality parts and take pride in…
01 February 2018
Technical Tip of the Week: The Benefits of Using a Fixed Sacrificial Bed
What is a sacrificial bed and how does it help the cutting process? A sacrificial bed is a sheet of…
16 January 2018
Plastics: How to avoid bad cut edges when using CNC routers – Part One
Published in the December/January 2017/2018 issue of Performance Plastics. This is the first of a 4-part series on how to…
04 January 2018
The Case for Open Architecture vs. Proprietary CNC Technology
Simply stated, when it comes to CNC control technology, open architecture refers to a system that is not closed—one that…
19 December 2017
Shipping Standards: Choosing the Router and Tools for Foam Packaging
Foam packaging is a shipping necessity that should never be taken for granted. In that respect, manufacturers and subcontractors have…
17 November 2017
Plastics Fabrication: Key Considerations for Purchasing CNC Routers
CNC routers are becoming the preferred choice for plastic fabricators due to the flexibility and wide variety of opportunities that…