This company develops digital augmentation technology that integrates with handheld power tools to simplify CNC prototyping. Their technology automatically corrects or retracts the tool bit if it deviates from the designated cutting path, enabling users to achieve more precise cuts.
Funding
$13.3M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
Traditional CNC prototyping can be complex and space-intensive, requiring extensive programming knowledge and dedicated machinery. This can be a barrier to entry for craftspeople and smaller workshops seeking precision cutting capabilities.
Solution
Shaper Tools offers a digital augmentation solution that simplifies CNC prototyping by integrating with handheld power tools. Their flagship product, Shaper Origin, is a handheld CNC router that combines the familiar form factor of a traditional router with advanced digital precision. The tool uses ShaperTape and an on-board camera to accurately track its position, allowing users to guide the tool while it automatically corrects for errors within a 1/2" range. This enables users to achieve precise cuts, joinery, and hardware installations directly on the workpiece without requiring G-code or complex programming.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes woodworkers, craftspeople, small workshops, and educators seeking a user-friendly and precise CNC routing solution.
Features
- Handheld CNC router with real-time digital correction
- On-board touchscreen interface for design import and on-tool adjustments
- ShaperTape system for accurate position tracking
- Automatic cut correction within a 1/2" range and retracts when out of bounds
- Compatibility with standard 1/4" shank router bits
- Integration with Shaper Studio, a simplified design tool for craftspeople
- Optional BenchPilot accessory for automated, hands-free cutting
- Workstation accessory for vertical and horizontal workholding