Are your cuts lacking that high-quality finish you were hoping for, even though you’re using the right tools and hold-down system? If the answer is yes, then you may need to examine the way you’re plunging your tools into the material. In most cases, a vertical plunge is a perfectly fine way to start your cutting process. But sometimes, when combined with certain tools and materials, this method can cause a host of problems.

AXYZ Automation Group is holding a CNC Expo at their Tampa office on March 13 and 14, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

AXYZ Automation Group is now the official name that represents all three of their brand identities, AXYZ, WardJet, and CNCshop.com.

What follows are some of the best conditions in which to cut small parts, along with alternative methods if your setup doesn’t quite fit the bill.

Placed on top of an aluminum vacuum deck, the sacrificial bed allows the machine to fully cut through material without permanently damaging the deck. When set correctly, the tool will very lightly mark the surface of the MDF, which can be skimmed regularly to keep it smooth and flat and to minimize vacuum leakage.

CNC machinery manufacturer AXYZ International has announced the opening of its newest office in Somerset, New Jersey.

A growing number of computer numeric controlled wood machining systems now focus on a single function - including dedicated cabinet making, acoustic panel processing, even sanding. Watch for these examples and more at IWF 2016.

A new CNC machine from AXYZ specifically designed for cabinet making applications will debut at IWF 2016. Optimus includes software, dedicated machinery, and a range of specially designed options.

AXYZ International release its first iBook, 'AXYZ CNC Router Systems.' Available free in the iBook store and on the AXYZ.com’s website, the iBook was created to assist both sales staff and customers in determining the best router for customers’ needs.