The following are a few random tips, information bits, techniques and other aspects in CNC woodworking (routing, machining, drilling, and others) that had only been uncovered recently. Inputting Some CNC woodworking programs have to be manually inputted into the machine control. Writing small sub-programs (others call them templates) will save you some sizeable time (and keystroke efforts), most especially on codes that are repeated over and over. How does it work? CNC machines are programmed and controlled by a software. The design that would be followed by the machine is used by the CAD module. It is the Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) which ensures that the movement of the motor or the machine is controlled. Once the machine is already set-up, using it would be easy. Parts are made the same way every time. As long as the tooling holds up, there will be little or no human intervention at all. The future There are now different levels of CNC machines for every use from standard controls that accept G code to sophisticated programs that can help design parts in 3D, to lathes that can cut at any angle. Woodworking And CNC Woodworking started out as a simple craft for making handy and useful pieces out of wood. Through the ages, it slowly developed into a specialized craftsmanship mostly mastered by men. Today, woodworking is into another level with the introduction of CNC not too long ago. What is CNC? CNC equipments are meant to increase operations especially in the manufacturing industry. Since it is intended for the manufacturing industry, it is costly. However, there are smaller sized CNC machines and systems which cost lower like the do-it-yourself CNC router kits. This just signifies that woodworkers, whether they are hobbyists or small scale businessmen, are seeing the benefits of CNC woodworking machines. Shops who have two to four people would also purchase CNC machines to help in their production. Craftsmen have realized that by using simple CNC equipments, they are able to produce more of their crafts, with high quality, therefore, increasing their sales. With CNC, production could be accomplished faster.