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CNC Factory Support for Life, AND WE FINANCE!
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Calling all Small Shops! We have a BOOTH Dedicated Just to YOU! Booth 9082
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ith CNC Factory beside every customer, Chris and his team have seen hundreds of woodshops grow beyond their expectations. From software design and training, to machine financing, to guidance in bidding and estimating, CNC Factory helps customers create successful businesses. Every machine sold comes with Support for Life and free factory training at our very own CNC University.
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Cash flow is so important, especially as your get your business off the ground. That is why we make it easy to finance your new CNC Factory Equipment. If you have been in business for a year or more:
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1. Shop for the machine you want 2. Tell us you want EasyPay 3. Fill out the short application
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That’s it! There is no credit check, and if you choose to pay off the equipment early you will receive a 15% reward. Start shopping today at CNCFactory.com
Fri. July 19: AWFS/CMA “What’s Your Problem?” FREE Discussion Lunch Facilitated by CNC Factory’s Chris Corrales 2019 Python XPR: Why the Cabinet Shop Chose the Driverless CNC Scorpion and Python: 3K Solutions Finds Simplicity, Efficiency & Serenity
Introducing the New Hornet
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Support for Life and We Finance!
Profile on Savannah Corrales. The Future is BRIGHT! Sidewinder: J Summers Uses the Sidewinder to Deliver his High-demand Custom Cabinetry CNC Factory’s Answer Desk Offers Support for 14 Different Woodworking Software Applications FREE Throughout AWFS Booth 7414 (also see us in booth 9082) The Viper is the Pitbull of machines because it just won’t quit! CNC Factory’s VIPER XP is an Artisan’s Instrument
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Calling all Small Shops! This year CNC Factory has Two Booths at AWFS -- Booth 9082 and 7414. Booth 9082 is presented with small shops in mind!
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CNC Factory provides smaller woodshops with the most power per inch. As with all our machines, they are proudly made in the USA! Viper XP — This heavy duty router is loved by artisans everywhere. With them smallest foot print, it carves intricacies and curves gracefully--and mega-fast! All this for less than $35,000! Scorpion X — Insert hidden fasteners quickly with robotic laser measuring. You’ll reap the costs in just a few months with the time saved in labor and shipping. Just $23,000.
Grow as you grow: At CNC Factory our machines are scalable so robotic loading, unloading tables, drill block and marking blocks can be added months, or even years, after your purchase.
Chris Corrales to Facilitate Cabinet Maker’s Association FREE Round Table Lunch Event at AWFS Friday, July 19
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hris Corrales, the owner of CNC Factory, will facilitate the Cabinet Makers Association AWFS Educational Round Table Discussion “What’s Your Problem” at 11:30 am on Friday, July 19 during AWFS Fair 2019. The event is free and can be added when registering for AWFS at AWFSFair.org.
Corrales was running his own woodshop and producing over 100 cabinets a day, when he realized he needed a better, more robust and more precise CNC machine to perform the output his business demanded. He tweaked and rebuilt many CNC’s before making his own machines and ultimately opening CNC Factory in Santa Ana, California where his machines are engineered and built today. Participants of the CMA/AWFS educational lunch and learn series are encouraged to discuss: Growth Management, Pricing, Finding a Market Niche, Choosing Equipment and more. “This is a great opportunity for cabinet and furniture makers to see how others are overcoming the same problems they may be having,” Corrales says. “In addition, we can learn easier ways of doing things, and better ways to solve everyday problems- while becoming more profitable!”
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About CNC Factory: CNC Factory designs, builds and manufactures CNC machines in their Orange County, California facility. “With CNC Factory located in the United States, we integrate new technology into CNC systems quicker and more skillfully than any other CNC manufacturer in the world,” Corrales says. During this year’s AWFS Fair, CNC Factory is demonstrating its new “Driverless” 2019 Python XPR that eliminates heavy lifting, and adds capacity while reducing labor costs. CNC Factory will also be introducing two new machines for shops that have limited space – the New Hornet router and the new Scorpion X for inserting Lockdowel hidden fasteners. Visit the CNC Factory Booths 7414 and 9082 at AWFS 2019 in Las Vegas July 17-20.
Why the Cabinet Shop Chose to go Driverless in 2019
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his year Curtis Urrutia made the decision to replace his table saw with a CNC router in his five man cabinet shop in Boise, Idaho. He shopped large brands and discovered even the used ones were upwards of $200,000. When he was ready to give up the quest, he was told about a unique company in Southern California building CNCs in their own factory, and selling them for a fraction of what the monster companies offered.
training and life-long customer support. CNC Factory promises that “nobody supports customers better!” See the 2019 Python XPR and all the company’s routers, edge banders, thermofoil presses and Lockdowel drilling inserting machines at www.CNCFactory.com
“I flew out to see how CNC Factory did things and what they were making,” Curtis Urrutia, Owner of The Cabinet Shop says. “I was really excited to see the Python XPR that could do everything – really fast! It could load, cut and unload with only one guy operating and even he didn’t have to babysit it.”
About Curtis Urrutia: After working in the construction industry for several years Curtis Urrutia chose to bet on his talents, industry experience and life-lessons learned from in his family-owned grocery store in Boise Idaho. In 2007 he launched The Cabinet Shop. The Cabinet Shop’s brand is Relationships. Creative instinct, combined with a commitment to deliver top-quality, custom cabinets on schedule, have been key to earning the trust of builders, remodelers and homeowners.
Curtis has several friends in the business and had seen far more expensive machines do far less. “When I found out the price, I couldn’t believe it – all this for less than $75,000!” He evaluated this top-of-the-line machine for the entire day and then decided the Python XPR was for him. The Python XPR proved to be the efficient, high-output machine that did everything he wanted that he didn’t know he could afford. In addition, with no heavy lifting, it would save the operator’s back. “The day I started using my Python I walked around with a smile on my face all day, because I was getting so much done! And it was just me in the shop. And I wasn’t even tired at the end of the day!”
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Reach Curtis at: thecabinetshop10@msn.com
Curtis adds that the Python XPR is simple to use. “I didn’t need much computer knowledge at all to start operating it, immediately. Part of the reason is it works so well with my cabinet software.” Come to the 2019 AWFS Fair and see the Python XPR in Action CNC Factory is demonstrating this “Driverless” CNC in booth 7414. --CNC Factory will also be hosting smaller equipment in booth 9082. The Python XPR reaches a pinnacle of engineering that combines third generation (3G) robotic loading with: 1. spoil board self cleaning; 2. hands free robotic labeling and printing; 3. laser measuring for critically precise depth-cutting; 4. part marking -- for post production processes such as edgebanding and fastener inserting. The 2019 Python XPR is designed for profitability, speed and ease-of-use. It is the workhorse of all CNC machines saving users’ backs and delivering a host of grow-as-you-grow features. The “Driverless” Python XPR sells for $74,000 and includes
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Shelving, cabinets and countertops should do more than simply serve as storage—they should simplify your life and compliment the other elements of your home design. They should enhance your whole home, maximizing your space, delivering solutions to your storage problems, and providing balance to home décor. Jason Jepsen, Owner of 3K Solutions www.3K.solutions Jason@3K.solutions
Peace of Mind: From Design, to Production, to Install
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3k Solutions Builds with Efficiency and Simplifies Life
implicity, efficiency, and beauty: principles that Jason Jepsen has lived by throughout his 25 years in the construction industry. It is no wonder that when he decided to branch out to create his very own company, 3K Solutions, he chose the most efficient, simple-to-operate machinery, and the most efficient and simple method of producing cabinetry. All this with the goal of giving customers the ‘peace of mind’ in maximizing their living space and making them feel serene in their living environment. Jason can deliver this ‘peace of mind’ because he has it too. His choice of machinery and construction methods has ensured this. Jason chose two revolutionizing machines when he decided to equip his woodshop: 1. The CNC Factory “Driverless” Python XPR with auto loading and unloading 2. The CNC Factory Scorpion LDR – horizontal drilling and inserting machine for Lockdowel tool-less, glue-less fasteners. The Python was chosen to keep his seven employees and himself physically healthy. With no heavy lifting it loads 50 sheets automatically with just a push of a button—and unloads them without a technician touching a board. Jason saves money in workman’s comp claims and employee sick days because his guys’ backs never get tired. In addition, the Python XPR is wicked-fast with no stopping between sheets, and a 12-tool carousal that can cut 1,900 inches per minute! It is easy to operate and program, using Jason’s choice of design software to best fit his custom jobs. The Scorpion LDR is a game changer for cabinet, furniture and closet construction. This revolutionary construction method inserts Lockdowel no-show fasteners and enables faster, simpler construction, without any hardware showing at all. The customer enjoys the smooth modular look and feel, while Jason and his guys benefit from easy, tool-less, slide-to-lock cabinet assembly.
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“Job turn-around is a whole lot quicker and customers love the modern, clean look,” Jason explains. This is especially beneficial for commercial jobs. 3K Solutions recently completed all the cabinetry displays for a large appliance store in Iowa. The client needed the job completed on time for his Grand Opening. Naturally the cabinetry had to look fantastic while blending with and enhancing the functionality of the appliances. The results are pictured and look amazing!
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CNC Factory Introduces The All New Hornet X
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ome see our new Hornet X. This compact 4’x 8’ CNC router delivers all the power of the bigger machines but does it in a much smaller footprint. With the Hornet X CNC machine, you receive our Service-for-Life promise and access to CNC University. This compact full-power CNC Router gives you: • • • • • • • •
No assembly required. Start cutting same day Direct drive ball Screw on all axis High Flow phenolic vacuum table Upgradable to 10 tool ATC anytime Auto tool measuring, Quick release tooling Dedicated Easy to use CNC Controller 8HP ATC Spindle (upgradable) Single or 3 phase Electric
All this for $19,800 For more info call or email us! (714) 581-5999 | sales@cncfactory.com
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The Future Is Bright, Meet Savannah Corrales
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hrough her innovation and productivity, Savannah Corrales has impacted CNC Factory’s customer satisfaction, sales, employee morale and business success. She has: 1. Created and managed the inventory control system at CNC Factory -- featuring Just in Time Inventory Delivery –a vital component for the company’s LEAN business model that reduces waste. 2. Helped hundreds of customers find their ideal equipment based on their output needs, space requirements and budgets. 3. Assisted hundreds of trade show attendees, demonstrating CNC Factory’s most popular and most advanced equipment. She has also proved her muscle and technical expertise in setting up and taking down CNC Factory’s equipment for the most prestigious woodworking shows in North America. “Savannah helps guys like me run our cabinet businesses smoothly by getting our parts on time, and router bits replaced lightening fast!” Gabe Szell Owner of Elegant Surfaces
Sidewinder XPR Turns J. Summers Cabinetry into a High Output, High Demand Custom Business
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acob Summers of San Clemente, California has owned his Sidewinder XPR router by CNC Factory for three years and counting. He operates his one-man, custom cabinet shop for high-end homes and stays mega busy with referrals from home owners and construction companies. In an average month his Sidewinder cuts about 120 sheets--some months much more! Jacob’s Sidewinder helps him produce four to five times more cabinets than before he owned it. “My Sidewinder is perfect for me because I can’t be down,” Jacob explains. “I need my CNC working—it’s like breathing.” The very few times Jacob needed service for his Sidewinder, he called Customer Service at CNC Factory. “They are super easy to talk to and can talk you through most anything,” Jacob says. “They are especially good if you are on the technical level of not knowing anything.”
Jacob says he has been so satisfied with CNC Factory he is looking to buy a second CNC from them in the near future. Contact Jacob Summers at: Jacob@JSummersCabinetry.com
“I chose CNC Factory for their high level of customer service,” Jacob explains. “I have friends that have bought equipment from other CNC companies in the area and they can’t get them to answer the phone.”
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FREE AWFS Software Support Visit Our Answer Desk NOW! Let’s Make it Easy! cncfactory.com
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ave a question about CNC software? Come to the CNC Software Answer Desk in CNC Factory’s booth 9082. We know 14 different woodworking software packages including: MozaiK, CabinetVision, KCD, V-Carve and more! With a plethora of brainiacs on-hand to quiz, it doesn’t matter if you have a CNC Factory machine or not. We want to help and we love a challenge! We’ll be here throughout the AWFS show -- July 17-20, 9am to 5pm. If you want to talk to us outside the show email us at sales@ CNCFactory.com.
The Viper is the Pitbull of machines because it just won’t quit!
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any CNC Factory customers are repeat customers and even more choose only CNC Factory when equipping and growing their shops. Gabe Szell Owner of Elegant Surfaces in Lockport, New York is using three CNC Factory machines: two Vipers and the Badger 2200AT Digital Edgebander. Gabe and his team create modern, unique looks --and complete jobs ON TIME using his CNC Factory machines. Photos courtesy of Gabe Szell: ElegantSurfacesWNY@gmail.com
Photos courtesy of ElectroPhonicTM Innovations
CNC Factory’s VIPER XP is an Artisan’s Instrument VIPER XP Cuts Details to Deliver Precise Sound for ElectroPhonic’s Portable Electric Guitars
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NC Factory’s Viper XP enables ElectroPhonic Innovations to make each EP Model One all-encased, electric guitar with audio and artisan excellence. Each ElectroPhonics Model One sports a sculpted, 24.75” maple neck and fingerboards with 22 frets intoned with precision in a traditional “Paul” style. These guitars play evenly and smoothly across a 12-degree radius up and down the fret board. The dips and curves of the ocean-wave styled body give the inspired signature profile. Three different woods are used on every Model One: a poplar body, maple neck and rosewood fret board.
“It is truly an honor for ElectroPhonic’s team to choose our Viper XP to create these beautiful, melodic instruments,” Chris Corrales, CNC Factory Owner says. ElectroPhonics entrusted the Viper XP to make their guitars after looking at several other CNC companies’ machines. A key factor was the need for the CNC Machine to be able to deliver smooth sculpted contours, exact cuts on different woods milled simultaneously, and an overall skilled craftsman feel. Not only could CNC Factory’s Viper XP handle the intricacies of the workmanship, it could do it in a customized 4ft x 4ft footprint and on a vacuum table with dust collection. CNC Factory’s Viper XP is a nimble, versatile technologically advanced machine. It boasts the smallest footprint in the industry. However, ElectroPhonic Innovations needed an even smaller footprint for their workshop and CNC Factory delivered! Because CNC Factory builds their equipment in Santa Ana, California, most all of their machines can be customized to the unique situations and needs of its customers.
The Viper XP is equipped with a 10HP air cooled spindle and 8-tool, high-speed, tool changer for complex multi tasks. To give ElectroPhonic Innovations maximum precision cutting ability CNC Factory customized their machine to a 10tool changer. This allows the technician to add different sized cuts or even art onto the body of the instruments. The Viper XP can interface with a number of software suites for the most innovative of wood creations. ElectroPhonic Innovations uses SolidWorks with HSM CAD for their guitars which have mazelike cavities inside the casings. These curvy cavities are vital in producing the instrument’s phenomenal, harmonious, singing sounds. The Viper XP is an artisan’s instrument when it comes to cutting intricate, precise shapes and depths, which can make all the difference in a guitar’s tone.
ElectroPhonic Innovations can load materials accurately every time, with the Viper’s built in, pop-up pins and controllable dust hood, built-in machine lubrication system, and zoned vacuum table. Built with a heavy duty design, the VIPER XP also performs with “Precision Cut.” With cutting speeds of over 900 inches per minute and a rapid travel of 1200 inches per minute the VIPER XP sets the pace of production speed.
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