Tormach machines have found their way into a number of interesting industries. Some you might expect, like aerospace and mold making, but some have been uncommon industries for CNC or machine tools, like glassblowing and construction.

It’s that time of year where we all take time to reflect on the things we are thankful for, and we start to make plans for the new year ahead. There is certainly an endless list of things for which we could be thankful, but in the shop, there are some very specific things we’re grateful for.

Choosing the right machine for your needs can be a long process, especially if you’re inexperienced with manufacturing or are new to CNC. You need to research, quantify your needs, research again, budget… the list goes on and on. That’s part of what drove Steve Dunthorne to document his process of buying, assembling, and learning to use a 770MX mill.

Knifemaking is a popular art amongst Tormach owners. Years ago, the Grimsmo brothers brought attention to how easily a small business can start making quality knives with access to Tormach equipment.

Tormach machines have been used in countless small businesses. We’ve seen tons of customers start up machine shop businesses in their garage or basement (or anywhere there is free space to fit a PCNC 440). But sometimes a Tormach mill is the perfect fit for unique, niche businesses.

Our mission here at Tormach is to empower people who make things, and what better way to do that by sharing the stories of the Tormaker Community - people just like you.