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Ripley’s is an incredibly entertaining and widely recognized network of brands, and has been going strong for more than one hundred years! Getting its humble start from Robert Ripley’s newspaper cartoons, Ripley Entertainment Inc. now spans the globe with all manner of media and storefronts. Their flagship property, Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, has spawned books, shows, podcasts and in-person attractions. With no signs of slowing, Ripley's has chosen to bolster their in-house funhouse production with the addition of a Pro Series 5X10 CNC Router system from Industrial CNC.

The restaurant experience has long been a special one. Whether celebrating an achievement or just gathering with friends and family, we all enjoy a restaurant experience where the goal is making customers feel welcome and comfortable while waiting for a special dish that it would be difficult to prepare at home.

There are many furniture designers out there, but none that embody modern design like Knoll. They subscribe to the Bauhaus philosophy, which simply put, is that furniture should serve the room it occupies, rather than calling attention to itself. This practical belief guides them not only in their designs but as founding principle of their company mission.

It doesn’t surprise anyone that one of the big reasons our customers invest in our cnc routers is to boost their productivity. While we all admire those who custom carve every piece entirely by hand, those who do so are limited in the number of products they can put out and this also makes exact repeatability a true challenge. One company in particular experienced a textbook example of this dilemma back in 1934.

We all know that people love their pets. Over the years the pet supply industry has grown and changed as we learn more about taking care of them. Pet owners have more options than ever to give their trusted companions a life they’ll fully enjoy. Specialty pet food, toys, and entertainment are all on the rise. People are spending more time with their animals than ever and while you may consider a pet part of the family, they do have a different relationship with the outside world than we do. Many pet owners find it important to allow their pet to go outside and come back in on their own and a pet door is a great way to allow that to happen, allowing easy access in and out, without the worry.

Most of our customers invest in Industrial CNC Router Systems to increase their production and profits. That’s a goal which affects many aspects of running the machine; choosing the right software options, laying out your design to get the most yield from your sheet stock with minimal waste, finding the right bits at the best price, choosing the most efficient hold down method, or finding the right employee to run the jobs. We’ve found that many of customers came to us because they were tired of paying a premium to outsource their CNC jobs, and the step forward to bring an Industrial CNC in house just made sense because of the increased profit that comes with that control and capability.

If you have toddlers in your life, chances are you’ve heard of Step 2, you probably even some of their products. Since 1981, they’ve been making products that center on family. Starting as a 5 man operation, they quickly grew into the largest American manufacturer of preschool and toddler toys and the world's largest rotational molder of plastics.

Step 2 now employs over 800 full time people in their two large manufacturing plants and different divisions like; Step 2 Direct which started out to work directly with Daycares and evolved into a direct to consumer website store, Backyard Discovery, which focuses on backyard swing-sets and other backyard leisure products, and GoConfigure, for assembling products you purchased making it easier to enjoy them.

All of this effort is built by people with their own families working hard to make products that celebrate the enjoyment of childhood and encouraging the imagination of other families around the world. Their efforts have enhanced family time immeasurably, adding important elements to all aspects of quality time with the kids, whether it’s simply providing safe and reliable kids' toys or even sturdy furniture made just for them.

Of course, their success in reaching so many customers and commitment to quality, means they have the need for high production and repeatable results every day. With that in mind, they worked with our Custom Fabrication Division to incorporate an Industrial CNC Router into their production, which has quickly to become an integral part of their manufacturing process. While we are grateful to be part of the industries you’d expect, like sign shops and cabinet shops for example, our involvement with Step 2 makes us particularly happy as we all have families and kids ourselves and appreciate being able to reach others in this way, ensuring that playtime and family time is dependably just that much better.

Ready to "step up" your production? We are happy to help!

Acrylic is a type of transparent plastic that has become common due to its versatility, flexibility, and durability. Often used as a more impact-resistant alternative to glass in the manufacturing industry, acrylic can be found in products ranging from children's toys to consumer electronics, to medical equipment. If you have an Industrial CNC machine, you already have everything you need to break into any of these industries. If you don't, why not?

No matter where you are in the US, or the world, chances are you’ve been affected in some way by the Covid-19 Pandemic. Some might say that now is not the time to make changes or purchases, but historically the most successful enterprises are based on finding a need and filling it. Based on what our customers tell us, the added safety precautions have created a need in the Personal Protection Equipment market. COVID Intubation boxes, Cashier Point of Sale Protection Shields, Cough/ Sneeze Guard, Isolation Cubicles, and more, are now of interest to companies that never considered them before, and somebody has to make these products, typically somebody with a CNC Router.

The versatility of our CNC Router tables makes for the perfect tool for these times. We have some customers who have never cut anything but wood cabinets, who are now shifting to full time plastic cutting using the same machine.

Because plastic is the material of choice for most protective coverings/shields, CNC Router tables are better equipped than any other machinery to help meet this demand. With a sheet of plastic and a design, you can very easily produce any number of protection systems. We’ve been getting many requests from new manufacturers looking for CNC Router users and this will only increase as guidelines and safeguards are put into place to help people get back to work safely in any number of industries.

There are many companies and resources out there making it very easy to find this work. For example, here’s a link to a plastic supply company, who helpfully provided some useful applications and even the plans to make some of these in demand products.
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Stay safe and help others do the same. While we’ve always been proud of how useful and versitile our CNC Routers are, it makes us especially happy to hear from our customers who are still working, and at the same time, helping others stay safe.

In 1903, the Tiffin Metal Art Company started producing ornamental steel ceiling panels which were needed for schools and courthouses. They can still be seen in some older buildings. Not content to stop there, Tiffin took steps in 1928 to become one of the main manufacturers of large billboards, which they stay involved with to this day. Following their practice of keeping up with the times, they added many products during the war years to support the efforts of our Armed Forces. Tiffin survived a fire in 1942, which burned down a significant portion of their facilities.

The World renowned Bobcat brand is synonymous with durability and dependability. Tough, versatile, agile Bobcat® equipment — with its time-tested reliability — has rightly earned the nickname “One Tough Animal.”

Doosan Infracore, the parent company of Bob Cat, had a manufacturing need in one of their North Dakota plants. they made a call to the leader of production equipment. In order to meet the exacting standards and level of quality, Bob Cat contacted Industrial CNC, the world leader of CNC Router Systems and implemented a Pro Series Industrial CNC Router System.

Bobcat Company is committed to delivering the industry’s best compact equipment. They lead the industry in the design, manufacture, marketing and distribution of compact equipment for construction, rental, landscaping, agriculture, grounds maintenance, government, utility, industry and mining.

At Industrial CNC, we appreciate that goal, as we are engaged in the development of “first in industry” leading edge technologies. Industrial CNC is renowned for engineering CNC Systems to increase efficiency and productivity, while maintaining the highest level of technical support. We empower our customers to do their jobs more efficiently and effectively.

When the toughest name in construction equipment needed a partner in production machining they chose the toughest name in CNC.

Started in 1997 as a family business offering ramp kits, OC Ramps has grown and evolved into the world leading manufacturer of RTA (ready to assemble) Skateboard ramps and related products and a custom builder of world class skate parks.

The team at OC Ramps design and build high quality wooden mini ramps, driveway sized quarter pipes, massive half pipes ramps, rails and boxes and have designed, developed and built hundreds of complete custom skate parks across the U.S. in both wood and concrete disciplines.

Their customized precision, engineering and extreme focus on customer satisfaction has fueled their growth to the point of their production being powered by the recent addition of their second Pro Series CNC Router from Industrial CNC. OC Ramps can design, engineer and fabricate a custom wooden or concrete skate ramp to meet the needs of the most discerning skaters.

This commitment to precision fit has afforded OC Ramps the honor of building a wide variety of custom ramps for many unique situations and events and for companies as varied as Apple, Red Bull, Nike, NBC, MTV and Disney to name a few and personal builds for Britney Spears, James Hetfield of Metallica, Damon Way of DC Shoes and more.

The OC Ramps Skate Team consists of the most prolific and elite Pro skaters on the planet.

With well over 20,000 ramps delivered and an army of skaters. OC Ramps encompasses everything that makes a Great American success story.

When they started out as S&S Electric in 1964, they concentrated on providing electrical services for residents and businesses around Pittsburg, Kansas, all the while building a solid business with a great reputation and a roster of talented professionals. It wasn’t long before their business started expanding, making use of the specialized talents they had in their workforce in order to offer a better and more robust value to their customers.

By 1996, they changed their name to CDL Electric, and their services already included maintaining signals and providing electrical services for companies in the short line railroad business. Of course they didn’t stop there, expansion continued, not for its own sake but once again, to use their increasing pool of skilled and specialized professionals to better serve their customers. The business grew organically with and their logo “One Company, many solutions.” fit their business better every day.

Industrial Conglomerate, Teledyne has evolved from a company primarily focused on aerospace and defense to one that serves multiple markets requiring advanced technology and high reliability.

Teledyne is comprised of more than 100 global companies with interests as varied as defense, appliances, specialty metals, marine, aerospace and electronics.

When they needed to outfit their Energy Systems Division with CNC Router capabilities, they had many options and resources at their disposal. Keep in mind these are some of the best and brightest scientists and engineers in the world. After countless hours of thorough investigating, research, data gathering and testing, the choice was clear. Teledyne chose to partner with Industrial CNC.

Industrial CNC is the best-positioned CNC router manufacturer in the world to assist a wide variety of needs; industrial application and production facilities, entrepreneurs and business owners looking to expand and automate, and the growing number of do-it-yourself creators launching world changing ideas and projects from their workshops and garages.

We at Industrial CNC are proud to work with a company so committed to excellence, and honored to contribute to their continued success.

John Ippolito and Ron Doelman built Koah Spearguns around the idea that authentic quality requires high quality craftsmanship and innovation. This commitment shows in their custom spearguns, not only in accuracy, strength, and quality but in the distinctive character in all of their designs.

A key component of their process was choosing the right materials, which in this case was top quality hard woods. Fortunately, Ron's 30 years in the high end wood business made this an easier process that it would be for most, as he had already learned the secrets to dealing with even the toughest of woods. With John's design background and knowledge of speargun modification, they were ready to make top quality spearguns.

Once their designs were perfected the guys at Koah understandably found a high demand for their products. This led them to look at ways to streamline production. To that end, they brought aboard a Pro Series CNC Router from Industrial CNC.

John had this to say about that experience:

"Working with exotic woods day after day we buy a lot of new equipment every year ... Some holds up, others do not. When I came across Industrial CNC I was skeptical with the affordable price. We take good care of our equipment, but we also run it harder than a rented mule. We put it through heavy labor from day one. The softest wood we work with is teak so we needed something that could maintain tolerance under heavy milling. CNC runs 6-7 hours daily and I am more than impressed with the abuse it stands up to. You will get your return on investment with this company!"

We at Industrial CNC are proud to work with a company so committed to excellence, and honored to contribute to their continued success. Take a look at their Spearguns here, and prepare to be impressed.

Be sure to catch world renowned furniture builder (and member of the Industrial CNC Router Family) Nolen Nui, on Spike TV - Tuesdays, Starting January 6 at 10:00 PM, ET/PT. As he co hosts the new show "Framework".

"Framework" will showcase the nation's best emerging furniture designers as they compete for a $100,000 cash prize and the opportunity to launch their furniture nationally.

Want to cut tear into some metal with your Industrial CNC Router Table? Check out these 2 and 3 Flute bits manufactured from Amana Tool®'s exclusive ultra-fine micrograin carbide and feature a 30 degree Center Cutting Mill End, a corner chamfer (for extra strength), Up-Cut design and very importantly, a AlTiN (Aluminum Titanium Nitride) Coating. Excellent for use in a broad range of metal materials, varying from non-ferrous materials such as aluminum, brass and copper, low carbon steel, stainless steel, cast iron, super alloys, titanium and plastics.

Care should be taken to observe proper feeds and speeds according to the work piece material to avoid damage. The special carbide grade combined with the AlTiN coating gives amazing performance. The unique corner chamfer gives the bits great strength. These bits are available in several sizes.

Benefits of AITiN Coating:

• Extra wear resistance
• Allows for faster feed and speed rates
• Cutting edge protected from wear
• Better chip evacuation
• Less heat build up
• Superior cutting quality and extended tool life

Cuts these materials: Stainless Steel, Steel, Low Carbon Steel, Cast Iron, Titanium, Super Alloys, Aluminum, Brass, Copper, Magnesium, Plastics, Composites and materials up to 40HRc Hardness.

To achieve the best results and maximum tool life, please consider the appropriate Feed and Speed calculations. Use of lubricant / coolant is strongly recommended.

Call 1-888-398-9285 to learn more about how a CNC Router System can benefit your company.

The Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, GA is the largest Aquarium in the world, holding 8.5 million gallons of water, and more than 500 aquatic species. The Aquarium got its start from a gift by Bernard Marcus, (the co founder of Home Depot.) Inspired by a visit to another Aquarium, he imagined the Georgia Aquarium as a way to increase education about marine life as well as provide a boost to the Atlanta economy. Since it opened in 2005, the Aquarium has been a great success, bringing in millions of visitors every year. The educational aspect has also been very successful, helping researchers at Georgia Tech, Georgia State University in Atlanta, and the University of Georgia in Athens learn a lot about endangered species, which assists their efforts to save them.

The Georgia Aquarium is divided into six galleries, each reflecting a specialized theme; Georgia Explorer, a collection of kid friendly exhibits including touch pools, River Scout, devoted to Native North American fish, Ocean Voyager, which showcases the sea life of the Mesoamerican Barrier Reef System, (as well as the aquarium's famous whale sharks,) Cold Water Quest, an exhibit focused on animals from the polar regions, Tropical Diver, which features Indo Pacific sea life, and Dolphin Tales, which of course features the popular dolphin shows. While a visit to the Aquarium is great entertainment, they take their commitment to the environment and conservation just as seriously. They recently partnered with Florida Atlantic University setting up a field station to monitor bottlenose dolphins, hoping to aid them against a troubled environment.

If you spend enough time in sunny Miami, Florida, chances are you'll see a boat or two. The Port of Miami, is well known as the Cruise Capital of the world and people come from all over for the warm climate and the clear water. If you enjoy boating, there's no better place to be. However, the good time stops if your boat isn't running, or if it's not looking its best. Luckily, one company understands this and is dedicated to keeping your boat in top shape.

Miami Boat Works is a family owned business offering boat repair & maintenance services for all models and makes of boats and engines. Whether you need a new coat of paint, a new dash panel, engine repair, or a complete overhaul, they have the tools and experience to do it right.

When Miami Boat Works decided to focus more on customized marine dash panels, their research led them to Industrial CNC. Their CNC Router fit into their business naturally, allowing them to cut out even the most intricate designs accurately with a fraction of the work it would take to cut them out by hand. Their Industrial CNC soon became a trusted and productive employee, complementing their already considerable skills by getting the job done in the most efficient way possible. It's no wonder they keep it running every day now.

If you need a boat, want to fix the boat you have, or just want to add some improvements, the guys at Miami Boat Works have the right solution for you. They're proud to be a family business, with state of the art tools to back up their comprehensive knowledge of everything marine. Industrial CNC is very proud to be a part of their success.

Call 1-888-398-9285 to learn more about how a CNC Router System can benefit your company.

Founded in 1978 with a goal of being "Your One Stop Traffic Shop!" Alpine Products has grown to one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of Traffic and Pavement Stencil and Marking Products and Signage. With their global distribution center, showroom, and corporate offices, Alpine is committed to offering a wide range of products with great service and fast delivery.

Alpine Also offers a huge selection of signs and with the addition of their 4X8 Industrial CNC Router System, if they don't have it, they can create it.

Call 1-888-398-9285 to learn more about how a CNC Router System can benefit your company.

We are always looking to keep our customers on the Cutting Edge. Check out the In-Groove CNC Insert Engraving Tool Body & Replacement Knives by Amana Tools.

The In-Groove Insert Engraving System features one tool body with 30 unique insert knives designed for a variety of applications. Ideal for cutting laminated materials, veneers, MDF, plastics, wood, solid surface and carbon fiber. V-Tip inserts can also cut aluminum.

The In-Groove Insert Engraving System is another great accessory for your Industrial CNC Router System and can be purchased at Toolstoday.com and other Amana Tool distributors.

Call 1-888-398-9285 to learn more about how a CNC Router System can benefit your company.

When your business is catering to the demands of the world elite, you must be on the ball for every game. Check out Town and Country Event Rentals.

With Over 30 years of serving Fortune 500 clients, Hollywood premiers and elite events and private parties and weddings, Town and Country focuses on providing their clients with the highest quality in event and party rentals. Offering an exciting and unique variety of custom inventory and decor, along with services that are truly unsurpassed from start to finish.

In addition to their outstanding collection of the finest event rental equipment available, Town and Country can also provide the following services to insure your event runs seamless:

• Extra wear resistance
• Full event municipal permitting service
• Event logistics and coordination
• 42" CAD & 3D event drawings
• Custom signage
• 24 hour on-call service
• Setup and take down of all rental equipment
• Event logistics and coordination
• Installation available 24/7
• On-site stand-by event manager during event
• Generator and power distribution
• Toilets and plumbing service
• Fencing and crowd control

With addition of their 4'X8' Router by Industrial CNC. Town and Country is able to offer complete custom fabrication and high speed processing to increase and maximize their production process.

Founded in the valley of the great Rocky Mountains is Rustic Log Furniture, a company that produces and sells log and rustic furniture items to consumers around the United States. Based in Alamosa, Colorado, it has two locations - one in Alamosa and the other in the city of Denver.

Randy Jackson, the owner of the company, started the business in 1996 while in college. He built a swing for his mother and mother-in-law for Mother's Day. Then people asked if he would make them one, too. He started making swings and logs. The business has grown to over 50 employees producing over 2,000 standard products. With the recent addition of a Pro-Series Craftsman 510, 5'X10' CNC Router System from Industrial CNC, the company realizes increased production along with the ability to create totally unique carvings, offering their customers customization on a massive scale while maintaining an affordable price point.

At an elevation of 9,396 feet in the San Juan mountains of Colorado, there sits a restored power transfer station. In which Scotty Bob, the inventor of the BobTail Ski Design, makes skis on demand. There is no inventory in the building except for the materials to make the skis. All skis are made by only one builder from beginning to end, to ensure pride in workmanship.

Scotty Bob's is a great guy and his passion shows in the quality of his products. As Scotty says:"I HAVE THE BEST JOB IN THE WORLD!" I design and hand make skis for individual people. Not just ordinary skis but special skis unlike anything they've ever skied before. My patented design provides skiers of all skill levels with precision ski instruments that allow them to turn and control their descent on a slope to a degree they never dreamed was possible.

Check out their website at scottybob.com

SheltonDean, Inc. is a performance-based general contracting firm with over 100 years of combined experience, providing cost effective solutions to all of the challenges of total building envelope maintenance and facility asset management.

From small-scale custom jobs to extensive multi-scoped projects, Shelton Dean has completed, on time and within budget, complex and innovative construction projects throughout the entire Southeastern United States.

Certified with the Small Business Administration as an 8(a) and WOSB contractor, the team at SheltonDean, Inc. strives everyday to provide the best service possible. Like Industrial CNC Routers, they value every relationship and recognize that client satisfaction is truly the foundation of success.

When using your Industrial CNC Router to machine expensive substrates, it can be beneficial to run a test in a sacrificial material. Machinable wax is a smart choice in material to work with when you need to prototype parts before risking time and materials on a new design. Check out www.machinablewax.com

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