The 3040 or 3020 CNC router is a popular Chinese machine used by many hobbyists — and for good reason. A rigid all-aluminum frame, decent stepper motors and pretty good resolution?

Maximize tool life. Effective preparation in the CNC programming stage can maximize the performance life of cutting tools. Programming impacts how well a machine can use available tools: Without ...

And along with it, comes a new required skillset. The Swiss CNC machining Earn and Learn pilot will begin early 2023 with a cohort of 10 students, most being General Plug & Manufacturing employees.