LIBRARY OF PRODUCTS: 300+ SUPPORT OFFERED: Tech support M-F/8:30-5 pm. PRICE: CNC level pricing is $295 a month after $1,995 set up charge which covers the first three months of service. Library Comes loaded into 5G CNC equipment free for six months. KCD Software offers excellent customer support. WHY? Because they have an easy to understand pricing structure, an amazingly short learning curve, and are pre-programmed into progressive 5th generation CNC technology machines. Want to know why these companies are included in this article? Read on. Will the software adapt in an ever-evolving environment of new methods and materials? Will it assist you with new business demands as your company grows? We’ll assess these woodworking software packages: KCD Software, Microvellum, vCarve, Cabinet Vision, CabinetPro, CabWriter and Router-CIM. 4: How much support is offered? Is the company easily accessible for questions in case you get stuck? Is support an additional charge? 5: Can you create completely new designs in the software? If so, can you get the design into cut-ready code for your CNC? 6: Is the software scalable? Is it scalable in technology? CNC technology and ability is quickly advancing. WHEN COMPARING WOODWORKING SOFTWARE, HERE ARE SIX POINTS TO CONSIDER: 1: How is it priced? Is there a monthly fee or a yearly licensing charge? How much is it? 2: What is the expected learning curve? Can you expect to use it the same day you get it, or is there hours, days (weeks) of training required? 3: Does the software offer a library of pre-designed products? Most software packages offer some pre-engineered products that can be customized to how you build them. We will explore some of the best in class software in these categories: 1) Creating woodworking designs 2) Converting the design to cut-ready CNC code or 3) Both. Ultimately, the CNC must be able to accept the G-code to bring concept to reality. Today, woodworking manufacturing means having a CNC. From hidden, tool-less fastening, to HDF doors, to bringing 3D designs to reality with CNC technology, at the heart of these advancements is the symbiotic balance of CNC machining technology and manufacturing software.
For years, the woodworking industry has been venturing into newly advanced technology in construction methods, materials and, most of all, manufacturing with CNC equipment.
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