What are the Differences Between a Cut Center and a CNC Router?

Jody Wilmes (Cut Ready Product Manager) helps you understand the differences between the Cut Center and a regular CNC Router.

Jody provides an in-depth look at what it takes to successfully operate each machine, and lists some of the additional expenses and things to consider when shopping for an automated solution.

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Tour the Cut Ready Cut Center

Take a walk-around tour of the Cut Ready Cut Center to learn more about the different aspects of this powerful machine and how every component has been designed to help make it easy to operate and maintain.

Design a Cabinet and Add to the Job

Learn how quick and easy it is to design and customize a cabinet in Cut Ready.   Just select what you want and Cut Ready will make it!

Easy Way to Build Custom Cabinets with No Programming

If you build custom cabinets, and want to automate your machining...you really only have two choices.  You can do it the easy way… or the hard way.

Cut Out a Cabinet Job

In this video, we will machine the cabinet job that we created last time.  See how the software tells you what to do, even if you run into a problem...like breaking a tool.

 

Explore Cut Ready's Leveling Feature
Quickly and easily re-surface a workbench top.  This feature can be used on live-edge slabs, cutting boards and much more.

 

Learn About Cut Ready's Combination Cabinets Feature

Cut Ready's Combination Cabinets feature allows you to easily create a large bank of connected cabinets with multiple sections.

 

Not Just a CNC Router—This is an AI-Powered Production Solution

You have the power to create anything, with zero programming required.   Thermwood’s Cut Ready Cut Center is a proven AI-powered cabinetmaking solution for all woodworking shops.

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What Makes it Different?

✅ No CNC Experience Needed
✅ Fully AI-driven operation
✅ Design ANY cabinet—no template or library limits
✅ Automatic nesting, labeling, and assembly guidance
✅ It’s That Easy!

From cabinets and closets to moldings and stair stringers, the Cut Center handles everything: design, nesting, cutting, labeling, and even guided assembly. It’s designed to deliver exactly what you want—every time. 

Why More Shops Are Switching to the Cut Center

Why More Shops Are Switching to the Cut Center: 

✅ Total Customization – Design what you need, not what a library limits you to
✅ No Programming Required – Just input your specs and let the advanced AI handle everything, no coding required.
✅ No Experience Required – Anyone can run it with ease.
✅ Less Waste, More Profit – Reduce waste, save time, and increase profit with advanced AI nesting and optimization.

Built for Woodworkers.  Powered by AI.

Built for Woodworkers. Powered by AI. 

Traditional CNC systems can be complex and intimidating. The Cut Center simplifies it all—bringing automation, customization, and ease to your shop without the usual tech headaches.

 

Real Shops. Real Results.

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Timberwood Industries saves $100,000 per year by using their Thermwood Cut Center
John Allan of Arkansas Wood Doors appreciates how easy the Thermwood Cut Center is to use.

Power Your Cut Center From Anywhere

Power Your Cut Center from Anywhere with the Cut Ready Mobile App

Remotely manage your Thermwood Cut Center with the Cut Ready Mobile App. Browse products, create or edit jobs, and send them to the machine—all without interrupting production.

Key Features:

  • Secure login

  • Intuitive item selection via step-by-step prompts

  • Edit sizes and quantities

  • View detailed assembly documents

  • Create jobs with cabinets, doors, drawers, and furniture

  • Submit jobs to the cloud for immediate access at the Cut Center

Take flexibility to the next level—anytime, anywhere.

 

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