Northwood Machine
Northwood Machine manufactures customized heavy-duty CNC routers, 5-axis machining centers, SawJets, and FabCenters, selling direct to stone fabrication, aerospace, wood, glass, composite, and metal shops from its Louisville, Kentucky headquarters.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1988
- HeadquartersLouisville, United States
- Headcount101–250
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Northwood Machine does
Northwood Machine is a privately held American manufacturer of heavy-duty CNC routers, machining centers, SawJets, and plate-processing machinery, founded in 1988 and headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky. The company builds customized machines for fabrication shops operating across stone, aerospace, wood, glass, composite, and metal industries, integrating FANUC motion controls and servo motors with its proprietary Extreme Duty Spindle (EDS) and Finite Element Analysis-based design. Its product portfolio spans monoblock stone routers (SW-138EDS, SW-158EDS, Maverick), 3-axis and 5-axis traveling gantry and moving-table machining centers, glass routers, vertical CNC mills, SawJets combining KMT waterjet and Saccardo saw motors, and FabCenter units that integrate sawing and milling in one machine. Software and services include StoneVision, DoorVision, Job Tracker, BackupNOW, the AI-enabled D2 Iris Scanner, training classes in Phil Campbell, AL, and a $1M+ OEM parts inventory with 24-hour delivery.
The business model is direct enterprise field sales with quote-based, non-public pricing and 60-month financing arrangements, supported by regional factory-certified service partners and remote TeamViewer diagnostics. Revenue streams include new machine hardware sales, OEM replacement parts, factory-certified pre-owned and Trade-Up program machines, training services, and lifetime technical support. Customer concentration is intentionally diversified across aerospace, transportation, stone fabrication, woodworking, and architectural glass, with primary markets in the United States and Canada and technical-support coverage claimed across 59+ countries. Northwood is independently owned, with Rodney Garrett identified as Vice President and Partner, and has no disclosed institutional investment, M&A activity, or public-market plans in the source data.
Northwood Machine firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Northwood Machine
- Legal name
- Northwood Machine
- Website
- https://northwoodmachine.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1988
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 101–250 employees
- Short description
- Northwood Machine manufactures customized heavy-duty CNC routers, 5-axis machining centers, SawJets, and FabCenters, selling direct to stone fabrication, aerospace, wood, glass, composite, and metal shops from its Louisville, Kentucky headquarters.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Northwood Machine industry classification
Industry- Product category
- CNC Machining Equipment
- NAICS
- Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517), Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351)
- SIC
- Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541), Metalworkg Machinery & Equipment (3540)
- akta.pro primary industry
- CNC Machine Tools (Turning, Milling, Machining Centers) (IMAHADAA)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Metal Forming & Fabrication Machines (Presses, Bending, Shearing, Stamping) (IMAHADAC)
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Where Northwood Machine is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Louisville
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices3 records
Markets served
Northwood Machine business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- CNC Machine Sales: Sale of heavy-duty CNC machining centers including 3-axis, 5-axis, traveling gantry, stone routers, sawjets, and glass routers. Machines are customized for specific industry applications including aerospace, stone fabrication, wood, glass, composite, and metal.
- OEM Parts: Sale of genuine OEM replacement parts for Northwood machines. The company maintains over a million dollars in parts inventory with most parts available for 24-hour delivery.
- Factory Certified Pre-Owned Machines: Sale of inspected and reconditioned pre-owned stone CNC machines with quality assurance and reliability.
- Trade-Up Program: Program allowing customers to trade in old Northwood CNC machines for credit toward new or refurbished machines.
- Training Services: Comprehensive training programs covering machine operation, CAD software (Alphacam), and maintenance. Training provided at Northwood facilities in Phil Campbell, AL and on-site at customer locations.
- Technical Support Services: Lifetime phone support, remote diagnostics via TeamViewer, preventative maintenance programs, and installation services.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Used CNC Machines |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Factory Certified Pre-Owned Machines |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels6 records
Northwood Machine product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Northwood Machine manufactures heavy-duty CNC routers, machining centers, SawJets, and FabCenters for industries including aerospace, stone fabrication, wood, glass, composites, and metal. The company builds customized CNC machines rather than forcing applications to fit standard machines, integrating FANUC motion controls and proprietary technologies such as the Extreme Duty Spindle (EDS). The company also sells OEM parts, certified pre-owned equipment, training services, and lifetime technical support.
Product overview
Northwood Machine manufactures heavy-duty CNC routers and machining centers for aerospace, wood, plastic, composite, stone, and glass industries. The product portfolio centers on CNC machining technology with three main machine categories: stone fabrication equipment (Stone Routers, SawJets, and FabCenters), general-purpose CNC machining centers (3-Axis and 5-Axis configurations in both moving table and moving gantry formats), and specialty equipment (glass routers, waterjet machines, vertical mills). The company differentiates through proprietary technology including the Extreme Duty Spindle (EDS) with 3-year warranty, FANUC controls integration, and Finite Element Analysis design. Northwood also offers complementary software solutions (StoneVision, DoorVision, Job Tracker, BackupNOW, Northwood Live) and services (training, parts, trade-up programs, used equipment). The D2 Iris Scanner represents their entry into AI-powered stone fabrication with 12K imaging and automated defect detection.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Raptor SawJet: CNC SawJet machine combining precision sawing and high-speed CNC routing with waterjet technology, available in single or dual table configurations. Features 32 HP Saccardo motor, KMT Waterjet with 60,000 PSI Intensifier Pump.
- FabCenter (UFC)
- Maverick Router
- Iron Horse
- StoneVision
- BackupNOW
- Northwood Live
- DoorVision
- Job Tracker
- Stone Fabricator Interface (SFI)
- D2 Iris Scanner
Products and services
- SW-138EDS Stone Router Industry-leading stone router with large work envelope (156" x 96") allowing processing of entire slabs in one setup. Features Extreme Duty Spindle (EDS) with 3-year warranty, FANUC motion controls, and ball screw drives for stone fabrication shops.
- SW-158EDS Stone Router Supersized stone router with 180" x 96" work envelope for modern stone fabricators requiring bigger batches and longer run times, featuring same quality components as SW-138EDS.
- Maverick Stone Router Compact stone router for smaller shops with 6' x 12' work table, built on UFC 138 foundation with monoblock design, EDS High Torque Belt Drive Spindle, Low Aluminum Table, and FANUC Controls.
- SW-138-AM Architectural Millwork Router Architectural Millwork router with 30" Z-Stroke and ISO50 Taper spindle for larger tooling, designed for limestone fabricators and building stone machining with 3D carving capabilities.
- 5-Axis Moving Gantry CNC Machining Center Fixed table moving gantry 5-axis machining center with work envelope up to 12ft x 12ft and 72" Z-axis stroke. Features FANUC 310i-B5 CNC, Tool Center Point (TCP) technology, and Faro laser metrology for aerospace and precision applications.
- 5-Axis Moving Table CNC Machining Center 5-axis CNC machining center with moving worktable featuring spindle offerings up to 40HP and Z-axis travel up to 72". Includes optional linear encoders for increased accuracy, suitable for aerospace, wood, and composite applications.
- 5-Axis Double Table CNC Machining Center Dual-worktable 5-axis machining center that increases productivity with cast-aluminum vacuum plenums and automatic tool changer carousels positioned on gantry side.
- 5-Axis Traveling Gantry TG Series Traveling gantry series with 61" x 145" vacuum worktable, optional 6th Axis Rotary Indexer, and X axis travel from 180" up to 40 feet for long parts or dual-work zones.
- Iron Horse Traveling Gantry CNC 3-axis traveling gantry combining routing, sawing, milling, and drilling performance with FANUC precision CNC controls, 18-24HP spindles up to 24,000 RPM, and dual-head manufacturing option for up to 200% throughput increase.
- Iron Horse R-Series CNC Machining Center Compact traveling gantry CNC machining center with 5ft x 12ft work envelope, 18HP HSK63F spindle and 12-station tool changer for smaller package requirements.
- GW-128 CNC Glass Router Low-profile horizontal-bed glass machine for architectural glass projects with ISO40 taper spindle, integrated flood coolant, and automatic tool change system with laser calibration.
- Raptor Dual-Table SawJet 5-axis CNC SawJet combining 32 HP Saccardo saw motor (18" blade) with KMT waterjet (60,000 PSI) for simultaneous sawing and waterjet cutting with mitering capabilities up to 48 degrees.
- Raptor Single-Table SawJet 5-axis CNC SawJet with same capabilities as dual-table version in single table configuration. Features Smart Saw Feed Function with dynamic force feedback for improved efficiency cutting quartz and Dekton.
- SW-138UFC FabCenter Ultimate fabrication center combining saw and CNC router in one machine. Features 15HP direct-drive Saccardo sawing motor with mitering from 44-90 degrees and EDS spindle with 3-year warranty.
- SW-158UFC FabCenter (5th Generation) Supersized fabrication center with 180" x 96" work envelope for larger batches. Combines saw and router capabilities with same quality components as 138UFC.
- CNC Waterjet Machine Abrasive waterjet machining using KMT high-pressure pumps. Available in single and dual-worktable configurations for stone, aluminum, and steel applications.
- Vertical CNC Mill Vertical bridge mill for stone, glass, and metalworking applications requiring flood coolant. Features 20HP FANUC driven spindle with ISO40 or ISO50 taper and thru-spindle tool coolant.
- D2 Iris Scanner High-precision vertical stone slab scanner with 12K resolution featuring AI-driven defect detection, automated slab dimension evaluation, and intelligent cut path recommendations. Integrates with Match software for inventory management and 3D vein matching.
- Factory Certified Pre-Owned Machines Pre-owned stone CNC machines that have been rigorously inspected and reconditioned to meet Northwood's quality standards, available with financing options.
- OEM Parts & Service Over $1 million in OEM parts inventory with 24-hour delivery, preventive maintenance programs, and spare parts packages for Northwood machines.
- Trade-Up Program Program allowing customers to trade in old Northwood CNCs for credit toward new or refurbished machines, providing a seamless upgrade path for existing customers.
- Training Classes Hands-on training programs held at Phil Campbell, AL training center, covering machine operation, CAD software (Alphacam), and programming in real granite shop environments, plus on-site customer training.
Quantifiable outcome
- 14-year average mean time between failures for FANUC control systems
- +4 more outcomes
Companies that use Northwood Machine
Customer profileSegments7 records
Ideal customer profiles4 records
Northwood Machine technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration11 records
AI capability6 records
Feature10 records
Northwood Machine partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.
- FANUCcoreFANUC is Northwood's primary motion control and servo motor provider. FANUC is described as the industry leader in motion controls with a 25-year commitment to support their controls. Northwood uses FANUC CNC systems including the 310i/31i-B5 control, FANUC Alpha Series Servo Motors and Amplifiers, and FANUC 0i controls. FANUC provides high-reliability, easy maintainability, and digital servo systems.
- Stone Fabricators Alliance (SFA)minorIndustry affiliate organization for stone fabricators. Listed as an affiliate on Northwood's website alongside NSI.
- Natural Stone Institute (NSI)minorIndustry organization for natural stone professionals. Listed as an affiliate on Northwood's website alongside SFA.
- AlphaCAMcoreNorthwood integrates AlphaCAM software by Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence for programming CNC machines. StoneVision software integrates with AlphaCAM to enable easy programming.
- KMT WaterjetcoreKMT Waterjet supplies high-pressure pumps for Northwood's abrasive waterjet machines. SawJets are equipped with KMT abrasive waterjet heads powered by 60,000 PSI Intensifier Pumps.
- SaccardocoreSaccardo provides sawing motors for Northwood's FabCenter and SawJet machines. The 15HP direct-drive Saccardo Sawing Motor and 32 HP Saccardo motor for SawJet applications.
- FarocoreFaro provides laser metrology equipment for Northwood's precision calibration. The Faro Laser Xi Tracker is used to verify machine work envelope alignment and ensure uniform accuracy throughout the machining area.
- Steppin Up TechnologiesminorRegional service partner for South/Southeast region providing factory-certified service and support for Northwood machines.
- Russell Mann MachineryminorRegional service partner for Northeast region providing factory-certified service and support for Northwood machines.
Scale indicators7 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
Northwood Machine competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Park Industries: U.S. manufacturer of CNC stone fabrication equipment including sawjets, routers, and fabrication centers. Park is Northwood's closest direct competitor in stone-focused CNC, serving the same countertop/architectural fabricators with comparable pricing and financing programs.
- Biesse: Italian global leader in CNC machinery for wood, glass, stone, and advanced materials. Biesse competes head-on with Northwood's stone, glass, and woodworking lines and has substantially broader international distribution, making it the most significant global rival.
- Breton: Italian manufacturer specializing in CNC stone processing machines and bridge saws. Breton directly overlaps with Northwood's SawJet, FabCenter, and stone router offerings and is one of the global category leaders in stone fabrication machinery.
- MultiCam: U.S. manufacturer of CNC cutting systems including routers, plasma, waterjet, and laser systems. MultiCam competes in the same router/waterjet categories as Northwood, particularly for sign, metal, and composite fabrication shops.
- Thermwood: American CNC router and machining center manufacturer serving aerospace, plastics, composites, and wood. Thermwood overlaps Northwood's 3-axis/5-axis machining and gantry product lines and shares a U.S. manufacturing, custom-build identity.
- CMS North America (SCM Group): U.S. arm of Italian SCM Group, producing CNC machining centers for stone, glass, wood, and plastics. CMS directly parallels Northwood's multi-material CNC portfolio and its gantry-style machining centers.
- C.R. Onsrud: U.S. CNC router manufacturer focused on high-performance routers for plastics, composites, wood, and non-ferrous metals. C.R. Onsrud is a comparable American-built, specialty CNC router producer competing in aerospace and industrial fabrication.
- Laguna Tools: U.S. manufacturer of CNC and woodworking machinery including routers and machining centers. Laguna overlaps with Northwood's wood-industry product line and the value-tier of the stone router segment (e.g., Maverick).
Broad incumbents
- Mazak: Global manufacturer of CNC machine tools and machining centers, primarily for metalworking with a strong U.S. manufacturing presence in Kentucky (Florence). Mazak is a broad incumbent whose multi-axis CNC platforms overlap with Northwood's aerospace/metalworking lines at the higher end.
- Haas Automation: Largest U.S. CNC machine tool builder, focused on vertical machining centers, lathes, and rotary products. Haas is a broad incumbent that competes with Northwood in metalworking CNC while bringing significant scale, dealer network, and brand reach to the market.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
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Northwood Machine leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
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Frequently asked questions about Northwood Machine
What does Northwood Machine do?
Northwood Machine manufactures heavy-duty CNC routers, machining centers, SawJets, and FabCenters for industries including aerospace, stone fabrication, wood, glass, composites, and metal. The company builds customized CNC machines rather than forcing applications to fit standard machines, integrating FANUC motion controls and proprietary technologies such as the Extreme Duty Spindle (EDS). The company also sells OEM parts, certified pre-owned equipment, training services, and lifetime technical support.
Is Northwood Machine a public or private company?
Northwood Machine is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was Northwood Machine founded?
Northwood Machine was founded in 1988. It employs 101 to 250 people.
Where is Northwood Machine based?
Northwood Machine is headquartered in Louisville, United States, in the North America region.
How does Northwood Machine make money?
Six revenue lines are on record. CNC Machine Sales are the primary driver. The others are OEM Parts, factory Certified Pre-Owned Machines, trade-Up Program, training Services and technical Support Services.
Who are Northwood Machine's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Park Industries, Biesse, Breton, MultiCam, Thermwood, CMS North America (SCM Group), C.R. Onsrud and Laguna Tools. Broad incumbents are Mazak and Haas Automation.
Does Northwood Machine have an API?
No public API is recorded for Northwood Machine.
What industry is Northwood Machine in?
Northwood Machine's product category is CNC Machining Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHADAA, CNC Machine Tools (Turning, Milling, Machining Centers), with a secondary code of IMAHADAC, Metal Forming & Fabrication Machines (Presses, Bending, Shearing, Stamping). Its NAICS code is 333517 and its SIC code is 3541.