Hi guys,
At the moment I do not have the cash, and have access to a SCM Tech Z2, but at some point I will want to own a CNC machining center...
I am researching commercial brands, I would like to share my impressions so far and see what input you guys may have, and if you know any brands I am unaware of. I work with solid wood mainly, some furniture, and mainly non repetitive jobs.
- SCM: The machines are OK enough, but the native software they use isn't the best, and they don't seem to be very up to date, or interested in being up to date. Therefore, I think that if I go with an SCM machine, I would have to invest some time in learning to use and adapt other software solutions.
- Biesse: I have not yet spoken to them, nor used a Biesse, they seem to be more rugged, definitely look better, but I have no idea about their software.
- Felder: Although I get the feeling they haven't been making CNC for as long, I own several Felder machines, and my experience with their customer service and machines themselves is excellent. From what I have spoken with my sales representative, they are making a continued effort to develop this branch, keep the software up to date, research, and they are my strongest candidate for now.
Any input much appreciated!