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buying your first CNC router
By Marelise Widdall March 10, 2026
Buying your first CNC router and not sure where to start? See how one cabinet shop owner made a decision with guidance from DES professionals. Read more.
how to prevent spindle failure
By Marelise Widdall February 3, 2026
Spindle failure is far more common than it needs to be, despite being avoidable. Read this blog for expert advice on how to prevent spindle failure.
By Marelise Widdall January 6, 2026
Flexijet laser measurement vs. vinyl templating. You don’t need to choose one or the other. Read this blog to find out when to use each.
CNC Year-End Maintenance
By Marelise Widdall December 9, 2025
Don't let maintenance slide. Use our year-end CNC checklist to inspect equipment, optimize processes, and schedule service. Start the new year with maximum production confidence.
By Marelise Widdall November 4, 2025
Perform preventative CNC maintenance to get the best from your woodworking and cabinet shop machines. Use this maintenance checklist from DES, NC. Act now.
Anderson Stratos Pro CNC Router with Automated Offload table and multi-drill unit
October 29, 2025
Automotive manufacturer boosts CNC capacity with DES—featuring a Stratos Pro router, Coima Dust Collection system, and Nordfab ducting.
CNC training
By Marelise Widdall October 7, 2025
Discover how CNC training for your cabinet shop staff can cut downtime and increase profitability. DES provides customized training in NC. Learn more here.
CNC upgrades
By Marelise Widdall September 16, 2025
Boost efficiency with DES CNC upgrades for solid surface fabrication. Retrofit, replace spindles, or upgrade routers to expand capabilities and cut downtime.
CNC Operator
August 27, 2025
Keep your CNC router running with Programming as a Service. DES delivers programs in 48 hours or less to reduce downtime and protect your investment.
CNC repair services
By Marelise Widdall August 5, 2025
Use expert CNC repair services from DES to solve your top CNC furniture manufacturing issues and maintain your production output. Contact us today.