What CHENcan CNC does

CHENcan CNC, legally Shandong Chencan Machinery INC, is a Shandong, China-based industrial machinery manufacturer founded in 1998 that designs, builds, and services CNC machining equipment for industrial buyers worldwide. Its portfolio spans seven product lines: 5-axis CNC machining centers (including a large-scale variant capable of workpieces up to 31 meters for wind turbine blade and marine hull molds), FDM pellet industrial 3D printers, high-speed mold CNC machines (BS Economy, SF Classic, SM Heavy, and 4-Axis series), panel CNC cutting machines for composite sandwich panels, CNC routers, fiber laser cutting systems, and metal milling machines. The company holds 130+ patents covering proprietary bi-rotary heads, particle extrusion devices, and non-metallic 5-axis machining, supported by a Tsinghua University R&D partnership and approximately 10% R&D headcount allocation.

The company's technology stack combines proprietary mechanical innovations (mountain-shaped rib-reinforced gantry structures delivering 40% higher torsional strength, oil-cooled spindles holding ±1°C thermal stability) with HNC 818 control system integration that delivers AI-assisted toolpath optimization and 3D vibration simulation. Repeatability is rated at ±0.015mm with spindle speeds up to 24,000 rpm, positioning the equipment for precision mold, aerospace, automotive, marine, and wind energy applications.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time hardware sales of configured machinery, supplemented by customization services, on-site installation and training, spare parts, and laser interferometer/ballbar calibration services. CHENcan operates a direct enterprise sales model with no disclosed intermediaries, supported by a multilingual website (English, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Arabic) and 40 global after-sales technicians. The company has served more than 12,000 customers across 70 countries, holds ISO9001 and CE certifications, and manufactures from two facilities totaling 60,000 square meters in Shandong and Jiangsu provinces.

Name

CHENcan CNC

Legal name

Shandong Chencan Machinery INC

Website

https://chencancnc.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Shandong Chencan Machinery INC designs and manufactures CNC machining centers, industrial 3D printers, and panel cutting machines serving aerospace, automotive, marine, wind energy, and mold-making customers across 70 countries via direct factory sales.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial CNC Machinery

NAICS

Machine Tool Manufacturing (333517), Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (33351), Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (33324)

SIC

Machine Tools, Metal Cutting Types (3541), Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)

akta.pro primary industry

CNC Machine Tools (Turning, Milling, Machining Centers) (IMAHADAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers) (IMAGABAG), Motion Control Controllers & CNC/Robot Drives (Motion Controllers, Multi-axis) (IMAGACAH), Metal Forming & Fabrication Machines (Presses, Bending, Shearing, Stamping) (IMAHADAC)

Keywords

• CNC machining centers
• Industrial 3D printing
• 5-axis CNC machines
• Mold manufacturing equipment
• Panel cutting machines

Headquarters

HQ city

Qihe

HQ country

China

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. CNC Machine Sales: Sale of industrial CNC machinery including 5-axis machining centers, high-speed mold CNC machines, panel CNC cutting machines, CNC routers, metal cutting/milling machines, and industrial 3D printers. One-time capital equipment purchases with prices varying by specifications and configuration.
2. Customization Services: Custom machine manufacturing based on specific customer requirements including size, spindle power, control systems, and specialized configurations for particular industries.
3. After-Sales Services: Installation guidance, commissioning, on-site training, and ongoing technical support. Engineers provide on-site services with customers covering travel and accommodation expenses.
4. Spare Parts and Maintenance: Replacement parts, calibration services using laser interferometers and ball bars, and ongoing maintenance support for installed equipment.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

CHENcan designs, manufactures, and sells industrial CNC machinery including 5-axis machining centers, high-speed mold CNC machines, FDM pellet industrial 3D printers, panel CNC cutting machines, CNC routers, fiber laser metal cutters, and metal milling machines. The company sells custom-configured capital equipment to industrial manufacturers worldwide, with documented applications in aerospace, automotive, marine, wind energy, casting/foundry, RV manufacturing, and cold-chain transportation industries. Each machine is built-to-order with configurable spindle power, control systems, and size, backed by on-site installation, training, and ongoing after-sales support.

Product overview

CHENcan CNC is a manufacturer of precision CNC machinery offering a diversified product portfolio organized into seven main product lines: (1) 5 Axis CNC Centers (including Table Move, Gantry Move, Large Scale, and Custom Make configurations) for high-accuracy mold manufacturing in aerospace, automotive, marine, and wind energy; (2) Industry 3D Printers (FDM pellet-based systems including DF2030, DF2016, and DF1616 hybrid machines) for additive manufacturing in mold making; (3) High Speed Mold CNC Machines across three series: BS Economy Series for cost-effective foam/styrofoam work, SF Classic Series for precision wood patterns, and SM Heavy Series for large-scale metal molds; (4) Panel CNC Cutting Machines for sandwich panel processing in cold chain and transportation vehicles; (5) CNC Routers for general wood and material cutting; (6) Metal Cutting Machines including fiber laser systems; and (7) Metal Milling Machines. The company also offers specialized configurations like 5-axis panel cutting machines and multi-function laser welding/cutting systems. All products are backed by global service support with manufacturing facilities in Shandong and Jiangsu provinces.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SF Series: High precision wood pattern CNC routers for mold making and sculpture processing.
• SM Series
• BS Series
• GM Series
• DF Series
• PC Series
• FC Series

Products and services

• 5 Axis CNC Center CHENcan brand 5-axis CNC machines designed for mold manufacturers requiring high-accuracy processing across automotive, aerospace, boat plug, bathroom mold, sculpture, wind power blade, and casting mold industries.
• Industry 3D Printer FDM Pellet 3D printers designed to replace traditional cast molds with lower costs, longer lifetime, and easy storage advantages, supporting composite thermoplastics like ABS + fiberglass with extrusion rates up to 8 Kg/Hr.
• High Speed Mold CNC Machine 3-axis and 4-axis high-speed mold CNC machines for processing foam, wood, PVC, MDF, polyurethane, epoxy, resin, putty, GRC, FRC, FRP and other composite materials used in pattern making and mold production.
• Panel CNC Cutting Machine Large-size composite sandwich panel processing CNC centers for cutting, milling, and drilling panels used in refrigerated truck bodies, house car bodies, sun houses, and refrigerated containers.
• CNC Router General-purpose CNC routers for wood cutting, furniture manufacturing, and various materials including multi-head and 4-axis configurations.
• Metal Cutting Machine Fiber laser cutting machines for metal processing including carbon steel, stainless steel, copper, aluminum, and other metal materials.
• Metal Milling Machine Metal milling machines for soft metal and aluminum mold milling applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5-10x faster large wooden mold production compared to traditional methods
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments10 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Tsinghua UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch and development partnership with Tsinghua University for advanced manufacturing technologies. Collaboration has resulted in innovations such as solid-state stirring technology for hybrid additive-subtractive manufacturing systems.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• CMS Brembana (alternative: Breton): Italian manufacturer of large 5-axis machining centers for stone, glass, composites and aerospace. Comparable to CHENcan's large-scale 5-axis capability for wind blade molds and marine/aerospace composites.
• CMS (Scm Group): Italian manufacturer of 5-axis machining centers and CNC routers for processing composites, plastics, aluminum and wood. Directly comparable to CHENcan's panel cutters, CNC routers and 5-axis composite machining systems.
• DMG Mori: Global leader in CNC machine tools including 5-axis machining centers and turning/milling machines. Directly competes with CHENcan in 5-axis mold machining for aerospace, automotive and general industrial customers, though at a premium price point and with significantly broader product depth.
• Trumpf: German manufacturer of machine tools, laser cutting systems and CNC equipment. Directly comparable to CHENcan's metal cutting machines, fiber laser systems and 5-axis machining centers for industrial customers.
• Haas Automation: US-based manufacturer of CNC mills, lathes and machining centers competing in the value-oriented segment. Overlaps with CHENcan's economy and mid-range mold machines and CNC routers.
• Shenyang Machine Tool: Major Chinese CNC machine tool manufacturer offering metal-cutting machines and machining centers. Direct domestic competitor to CHENcan in standard and heavy-duty CNC milling markets.
• Yamazaki Mazak: Japanese manufacturer of CNC machining centers, multi-axis machines and laser cutting systems. Directly comparable to CHENcan across 5-axis machining centers, panel cutting and metal cutting, with a much larger installed base and dealer network.
• Okuma: Japanese CNC machine tool manufacturer with multi-axis machining centers and turning centers. Overlaps with CHENcan's 5-axis and mold machining portfolio for industrial manufacturers.
• Thermwood Corporation: US manufacturer of large-scale 5-axis CNC routers and additive manufacturing systems for molds, patterns and composite tooling. Directly comparable to CHENcan's large-scale 5-axis and DF-series 3D printing offerings.
• GF Machining Solutions: Swiss-based supplier of milling, EDM, laser and additive manufacturing solutions. Comparable to CHENcan across high-precision 5-axis machining and industrial 3D printing for mold and die applications.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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