Building a Better Machine
The ShopSabre Story
Years ago, Jim Bombardo (ShopSabre CNC CEO and Founder) recognized the need to build an automated machine capable of producing parts for his wife’s business. With a background in engineering and software, he began creating his own CNC router.
After performing his initial research, Jim realized an industrial design would give him years of problem-free service. Focusing on the highest quality possible, Jim’s first CNC router was a full 3-axis ball screw driven machine with industrial components throughout, allowing him to produce parts for hours with ease and great precision.
When friends and acquaintances saw Jim’s machine in action, they were amazed by the fully welded construction, cutting power, precision, and overall quality. Several offers and hours of convincing later, Jim sold the CNC router and decided to build another one.
The Birth of ShopSabre CNC
While constructing his next CNC router, Jim performed more market research and was amazed that no one offered an industrial quality machine under $60,000. Jim decided to take his design to the Woodworkers show in Atlanta, GA, where he received a lot of attention, accolades, and over a dozen requests for orders. Potential customers were willing to wait for their new machines as they understood the quality and components put into the design.
After returning home, Jim constructed a facility for the manufacturing of CNC machines in the U.S.A. With the help of his two brothers, four sons, two cousins, and his wife, Jim opened ShopSabre CNC and began changing the way the CNC industry works.
A few years after opening, Jim developed the first ShopSabre CNC plasma machine along with the technology that would make ShopSabre a leader in its class.
ShopSabre CNC Today
ShopSabre CNC is a self-funded company, and all machines are constructed from the ground up in the U.S.A. with every component closely monitored to ensure every CNC router and CNC plasma machine works flawlessly. Operating under the philosophy that customer service is everything, all ShopSabre machines are tested for hours before they leave to ensure power, precision, quality, and reliability.
With over 10,000 CNC routers, CNC plasmas, CNC Knife, and CNC laser engraving machines around the world in over 40+ countries, ShopSabre CNC has experienced enormous growth since its humble beginnings. ShopSabre’s CNC routers and plasma machines have received recognition from some of the largest manufacturers of cabinets, vehicles, aerospace, signs, and many other well-known and popular industries. Many top business owners and engineers now know they do not need to spend a $100,000 or more on a machine that can produce precision parts three shifts a day, every day of the week.
ShopSabre CNC continues to be on the cutting edge of CNC technology.
Since our founding, ShopSabre CNC has been dedicated to revolutionizing the CNC industry by providing high-quality, American-made machines that empower businesses and individuals to create with precision and efficiency. Our commitment to innovation has led us to develop cutting-edge CNC routers and plasma systems that set the standard for performance and reliability.
In 2002, we introduced our first CNC router, setting the stage for decades of advancements. The launch of our IS Series in 2012 and the PRO Series in 2016 pushed CNC capabilities further, bringing industrial-level performance to businesses of all sizes. In 2019, we introduced the IS-M Series, a precision-driven CNC system featuring the powerful Mitsubishi M80 control, offering industry-leading reliability at an unbeatable price point.
Continuing our drive for innovation, 2024 saw the introduction of the IS-A Router, featuring advanced automation for multi-sheet processing, and the Tube Cutter Plasma machine, expanding our plasma line to handle round and square tubing with precision. Looking ahead, 2025 marks the arrival of the FiberSabre, our next-generation fiber laser cutting system, designed to deliver unmatched accuracy, speed, and efficiency.
At ShopSabre, we remain committed to pushing the boundaries of CNC technology, ensuring that every machine we produce is built to last and engineered for success. Whether you’re a small business, large manufacturer, or passionate creator, we’re here to help you take your projects to the next level.
ShopSabre by the Numbers
Our Facility
The design, manufacturing, delivery, and support of our CNC machines are never outsourced. We handle every aspect of the production from start to finish in our state-of-the-art facility in the USA, allowing us to control the quality and efficiency of everything that goes into our machines. We do it so you can enjoy the industry’s best CNC machines at an unbeatable value, driven by lifetime, anytime support and out-of-the-box usability.
American Made
Every ShopSabre machine is proudly engineered, developed, manufactured, assembled, and supported in our state-of-the-art facility on American soil—and that will never change.
Lifetime, Anytime Support
Whether in need of guidance during purchasing, clarity during setup, or input during rollout and optimization, our passionate team of experts is ready and waiting to assist.