Introduction to CNC in StairBiz Version 10

StairBiz’s optional CNC module takes your stair components from design to the machine bed without a separate program. In this overview, we place strings, treads, winders, risers and newels on a simulated CNC bed, test the cut and export the G-code file to run your machine. Because CNC is fully integrated with design and materials, StairBiz sets tool paths and depths automatically, and processing a job takes about two minutes on average.

In this video:

• 0:09 The CNC Bed window and the CNC item list

• 1:06 Placing strings and positioning them with virtual bases

• 1:41 Testing the cut and exporting G-code

• 2:42 Laying out components from multiple jobs, and matching the bed to your machine

• 3:49 Setting up tools, tool use, cutting and trenching

• 4:10 Virtual bases and setting up multiple CNC machines

• 5:05 Positioning with bases and grids

• 5:22 Aligning, nudging, rotating and flipping items, plus cut templates for anti-breakout and finishing cuts

• 6:23 Over 80 cut templates, 3-, 4- and 5-axis support, and automatic tool paths

StairBiz supports all popular CNC machines, and our support team can help you set yours up.