Ice Carve Pro CNC machines now have the option of using a spindle.  Spindles outperform routers in function and longevity. 

Countless carvers have asked me if adding a CNC was a good idea & I always seem pose the same question as a response-

Let's assume the CNC will be garbage after 10 years (it won't, but let's assume that for the sake of my question). 

If a highly skilled logo engraver stopped by your shop and asked to engrave every one of your logos, sorbet dishes, centerpieces, & seafood tables,  All he/she asks for is $90/month , what would you say?

If you think $90/month is well worth it, then a CNC should be in your near future.  The Ice Carve Pro 1000 costs $10800, that breaks down to $90/month over 10 years.  More info on CNC

If $90/ month seems too steep, then your sales haven't matured enough yet, but don't worry they will & you will know when it is time!!
    

November 13-15, 2015  Boot Camp.  Civilian Application  Aaron Costic, Greg Butauski, Stephan Koch, Jeff Meyers.

April 8-10, 2016 WOOD Carving Boot Camp. Hands on Application  Chris Foltz, Scott Dow

November 4-6, 2016  Boot Camp. Hands on Application  Junichi Nakamura, Greg Butauski, Stephan Koch, Jeff Meyers.

April 28-30, 2017 CNC Boot Camp. Hands on Application Glenn Hughes,Max Zuleta,Aaron Costic,Chris Swarbrick,Casey Conner