Front Range CNC - Elite Line

Cabinet makers, millwork shops, and construction companies running at real production volume need more than a capable router — they need a machine that keeps moving without an operator standing over it for every tool change, drilling pass, or hold-down adjustment. The Elite Series answers that need directly, and it does it across four table sizes so shops can match the machine to their actual production footprint.

Introducing the Front Range CNC Elite Series

Built in Colorado, the Elite Series is a 3-axis CNC router with a full automatic tool changer, positioned to deliver the same core components found in machines priced close to double its cost. Front Range CNC gets there through direct sourcing on its HSK spindles, HiWin rails, and Syntec drives, and by leaning on its CNC Companion AI system to keep support costs — and overhead — down without cutting into build quality.

Würth Baer Machinery carries the Elite Series in four table sizes, all from Front Range CNC:

Elite 4' x 8'

Cut area of 49" x 97", machine weight of 5,000 lbs. Starting at $81,000 — the entry point for shops moving from manual or entry-level production to full ATC capability.

View the Elite 4x8

Elite 5' x 10'

Cut area of 61" x 121", machine weight of 7,000 lbs. Starting at $85,000, this size covers most standard-format cabinet and millwork sheet goods with room to spare.

View the Elite 5x10

Elite 5' x 12'

Cut area of 61" x 145", machine weight of 8,400 lbs. Starting at $87,000 — extra bed length suited to longer millwork runs and flooring profile work.

View the Elite 5x12

Elite 7' x 10'

Cut area of 85" x 121", machine weight of 9,800 lbs. Starting at $89,000 — the widest table in the line, built for oversized panels and wide casework runs.

View the Elite 7x10

Power and Automation: What Sets the Elite Apart

16HP HSK Spindle

Where the entry-level Foundation Series runs a 10HP ISO30 spindle, the Elite steps up to a 16HP HSK spindle at 24,000 RPM — enough power to keep feed rates high and cycle times low when hogging material with a surfacing bit or pushing through dense hardwoods. Front Range CNC sources its HSK spindles directly, which keeps the machine's price down without dropping to a lower-grade tool interface.

12-Position Automatic Tool Changer

This is the feature that separates the Elite from an entry-level router. The 12-position ATC runs complex jobs — roughing, profiling, v-carving, and drilling — in sequence without an operator touching the spindle. Combined with the 5+4 drill bank (5 vertical, 4 horizontal spindles), a shop has the tooling capacity to carry a full production run without stopping for a manual tool swap.

10HP Rotary Vane Vacuum and 7.5HP Dust Collector

The Elite includes the same industrial vacuum hold-down as the Foundation Series — a 10HP rotary vane pump that keeps sheet goods flat without clamps — paired with a 7.5HP dust collector. Both are standard equipment, not line items added at checkout.

The Math Behind "No Add-Ons"

Front Range CNC has published a direct breakdown of what competing machines in this class typically charge extra for — and what's already included in the Elite's base price. Based on their published figures, a shop buying a comparable machine elsewhere could expect to pay roughly $24,500 to $39,000 in add-ons for the same components:

• Drill bank: typically $6,000–$10,000 elsewhere — included on the Elite
• Industrial vacuum: typically $4,000–$6,000 elsewhere — included on the Elite
• Dust collector: typically $3,000–$5,000 elsewhere — included on the Elite
• Software (VCarve Pro & Mozaik): typically $2,500–$4,000 elsewhere — included on the Elite
• Toolholders + bits: typically $2,000–$3,000 elsewhere — included on the Elite
• Onsite installation: typically $4,000–$6,000 elsewhere — included on the Elite
• Extended warranty: typically $3,000–$5,000 elsewhere — included on the Elite

For shops weighing that difference against the up-front cost, it's worth reviewing the full financial picture. Würth Baer Machinery offers financing options for qualified buyers, and Section 179 of the tax code allows many businesses to deduct the full purchase price of qualifying equipment in the year it's placed in service — details worth confirming with a tax professional and covered further on Würth Baer's Section 179 page.

Daily Output

Front Range CNC rates the Elite at roughly 7 minutes per sheet with a 45-second turnaround between runs, translating to 50+ sheets per day under typical production conditions:

1. Morning setup: Load material and confirm the day's cut files.
2. Production run: The ATC and drill bank carry the machine through rough, profile, and drill operations without manual tool changes.
3. Turnaround: Roughly 45 seconds between sheets keeps the machine cutting instead of idling.
4. End-of-day: Automatic lubrication keeps the machine maintained without a manual service routine.

Closing the Knowledge Gap: CNC Companion AI

An ATC-equipped production machine is only as good as the operator running it, which is why the Elite pairs its hardware with the same software and support system as the Foundation Series. Full licenses for VCarve Pro and Mozaik cover the design-to-production workflow, and CNC Companion AI provides 24/7 support for troubleshooting, feeds and speeds, and job optimization — a resource that matters most on a rush job outside normal business hours.

That support starts on delivery day. Every Elite machine includes 3-day onsite installation, during which the installation team levels, calibrates, and trains the shop's staff on the equipment. Würth Baer Machinery backs that up with its own installation support and post-sale service for the life of the machine.

Precision Construction

The Elite's price point doesn't come at the expense of the components that keep a production machine holding tolerance over long runs:

• HiWin linear guide rails, direct-sourced, for smooth and accurate motion
• High-speed Syntec drives for repeatable positioning
• 16HP HSK spindle, 24,000 RPM, with a secure, low-vibration tool interface
• Automatic lubrication system that maintains the machine without manual intervention
• 3-year parts warranty backed by machinists based in Colorado

Choosing the Right Table Size

With four sizes and a spread of only $8,000 between the smallest and largest table, the decision usually comes down to what a shop actually runs day to day:

1. Cabinet Makers & Kitchen & Bath Companies: The 4x8 or 5x10 covers standard sheet goods production without wasted table space.
2. Millwork Manufacturers & Construction Companies: The 5x10 or 5x12 handles larger nested layouts and reduces the number of setups on bigger jobs.
3. Flooring Manufacturers: The 5x12's extra bed length suits longer profile and end-matching runs where consistent, repeatable cuts matter across long stock.
4. Furniture Makers & Carpenters: The 7x10's extra width accommodates wide panels and casegoods that would otherwise require repositioning on a narrower table.

Built for the Full Range of Production

• For cabinet makers, the 5+4 drill bank and 12-position ATC turn shelf-pin drilling, profiling, and panel cutting into a single unattended run.
• For carpenters and shops moving up from entry-level equipment, the 3-day installation and CNC Companion AI shorten the learning curve on a more capable machine.
• For furniture makers, the 16HP HSK spindle and full ATC open up more complex profiling and joinery work without constant manual tool changes.
• For construction companies, the combination of drill bank, vacuum hold-down, and fast turnaround keeps repetitive parts moving through production without added labor.
• For flooring manufacturers, table length and repeatable, unattended operation support consistent long-format cutting runs.
• For millwork manufacturers, the rigid construction and direct-sourced motion components hold tolerance across long production runs of trim, panels, and architectural components.
• For kitchen & bath companies facing the labor shortages documented by NKBA, an ATC-equipped machine reduces the number of manual operations needed per cabinet run.