![]() Duggan saw CAD/CAM methods being used in sign making and thought it could be applied to his industry in a similar manner. ![]() One of the leading companies in this business is Ice Sculpture Inc. The ice carving business has matured from relying on a few highly experienced master carvers to one in which designs are produced via CAD software and reproduced to a high level of accuracy on CNC ice routers. The ice sculpture business has seen rapid growth in recent years, as increasingly detailed carvings are becoming a sought-after centerpiece for a wide range of special events (such as weddings, business meetings, birthday parties, etc.). ![]() Sign builders looking to expand their market potential should be aware of these developments and be open to the potential for utilizing their skills and equipment in them. This article will look at two applications: ice sculpture and amusement park fixtures, where tools and techniques used in the sign making industry are being used to make major improvements over traditional hand-crafted methods. In your current sign making process, do you use computer-aided design software (CAD) and computer-aided machining software (CAM) for a CNC router? These typical tools for dimensional signage are also used in a wide range of other industries that may present possible opportunities for sign builders.
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