One of the machines we are developing hacks for is the ShopBot, a versatile CNC router designed for large-format subtractive fabrication. It’s commonly used for cutting wood, foam, plastic, and soft metals, and it’s capable of both 2D and 3D operations.

One of the two machines we’re developing hacks for is the AxiDraw V3/A3, a precision plotter known for its versatility in 2D motion-based tasks like drawing, writing, or marking surfaces.

In machine hacking, taking control of the communication between human and machine is not just a technical necessity—it’s a creative opportunity. Standard machine workflows often assume a fixed chain of operations, leaving little room for experimentation or adaptation.

With a printing craft comes the obvious need for tools to print with. In the Netherlands there is a rich history of craftspeople making their own tools, adapted to their personal preferences or the preferences of the people for whom they were making printed textiles.