CNC Routers for Van Conversion Companies

Precision Panels • Faster Fit-Outs • Repeatable Results

Built for Life on the Road – and in the Workshop

From weekend warriors and off-grid adventurers to full-time vanlifers, expectations for van interiors are higher than ever. As a van converter, your challenge is delivering smart, beautiful, functional spaces — fast.

Whether you’re a small workshop or a growing manufacturer, a CNC router helps you cut smarter, standardise layouts, and scale your builds, all while achieving that flawless finish your customers expect.

Why Van Conversion Specialists Choose Opus CNC

Perfect Fit for Every Van

Every vehicle model has its quirks — curves, tapers, and tight corners. A CNC router allows you to digitally map your templates, save them, and cut them identically every time. No more hand-measuring, marking out, or remaking panels that don’t sit flush.

Speed Up Your Build Process

What once took hours with a jigsaw and sander now takes minutes on a CNC router. Cut multiple wall panels, floorboards, and carcass components in one run, with minimal setup.

Repeatable Production

Save cut files for Sprinter, Crafter, or Transit builds, and repeat your most common layouts or modular furniture pieces with zero effort. Offer multiple layout options for customers while controlling quality and turnaround time.

Cleaner Edges, Ready to Install

With the right tooling, CNC cuts are smooth and clean, reducing the need for sanding and edge finishing — especially important for laminated boards and visible surfaces.

Flexible Materials

Cut plywood, MDF, laminated panels, birch ply, foam-core boards, plastics, and more — all with one machine.

What You Can Cut on an OPUS CNC Router

Interior Panels

Sidewall and ceiling lining panels (birch ply, MDF, composite). Floorboard cut-outs, including wheel arches, tie-downs, and heating ducts

Cabinetry

Kitchen units, carcasses, drawers, and cupboard doors. Overhead locker panels and curved fascia. Bed platforms, seating, and storage boxes

Custom Components

Removable tables, sink covers, folding shelves. Fridge surrounds, water tank housings. Van-specific dividers, trims, and backboards

Apertures & Cut-Outs

Windows, skylights, fans, cable cut-outs, sockets. Gas box ventilation cut-outs to spec. Integrated handle holes, mounting slots, and fastener points

Material Flexibility for Van Builders

Material	Use Case	Cut on CNC?
Birch Ply / Poplar Ply	Walls, floors, cabinetry	✅ Yes
Lightweight Laminated Ply	Furniture boards (Vohringer-style)	✅ Yes
MDF / Valchromat	Custom units, templates, decorative panels	✅ Yes
Acrylic / Polycarbonate	Splashbacks, lighting covers, decorative use	✅ Yes
Foam Board (XPS, PVC)	Insulation panels, lightweight interiors	✅ Yes
Dibond / Aluminium Sheet	Trims, logo plates, external fittings	✅ Pegasus

Start with Templates or Go Fully Bespoke

You can design from scratch, or use CNC to adapt and enhance existing templates:

Build a library of full van layouts

Modify popular models for LWB, MWB, or high roof

Import files from other builders or online template kits

Adjust cut-outs for windows, heaters, or plugs based on spec

With CNC, you’re never starting from zero again.

Add-On Modules and Expansion Options

As your business grows, so can your machine:

🔧 Oscillating knife attachment – for vinyl flooring or insulation

🔄 Rotary axis – for cutting tubes, poles, or integrated mounts

🔀 Automatic tool changers – for seamless multi-bit jobs

🧽 Mist spray lubrication – for aluminium or composite routing

🧰 On-site servicing and upgrade options from Opus engineers

Business Benefits – How CNC Pays Off

Van converters across the UK have grown faster by adding CNC to their process:

Traditional Workshop	With CNC Router from Opus
Hours of marking & jigsawing	Full wall panel cut in 5 mins
Dust, noise, physical strain	Clean cut, less mess, less labour
Fit-out per van: 4–5 days	Fit-out per van: 2–3 days
Inconsistent finish	Professional-grade consistency
Manual templates & refits	Saved digital files & nesting

Tooling for Van Conversions

Choosing the right CNC tooling is just as important as having the right machine. Whether you’re cutting birch ply for wall panels or laminated boards for furniture, using the correct bit ensures clean edges, minimal chipping, and faster production — all while protecting your machine and materials.

Here’s a breakdown of the most commonly used tool types and what they’re used for in the van conversion world:

Compression Spiral Bits

Use for: Laminated boards, plywood, Vohringer, or any veneered panel.

Features a downward cut at the top and upward cut at the bottom — compressing the material toward the centre.
Prevents chipping on both the top and bottom faces.
Ideal for visible parts like cupboard doors, side panels, and fascias.
Produces a clean, edge-banding-ready finish.
Available in 6mm, 8mm, and 12mm diameters depending on detail and speed needs.

Down-Cut Spiral Bits

Use for: General plywood cutting, MDF, and softwood components.

Pushes material downward for a clean top surface.
Excellent for parts where the top face is visible but the underside is concealed or sanded.
Reduces tear-out and minimises lifting of thin materials.
Common for wall panels, drawer fronts, and flat partitions.

Up-Cut Spiral Bits

Use for: Slotting, deep pockets, and through-cuts in MDF or ply.

Pulls chips upward — great for clearing material quickly.
Typically used for fast rough cuts, dado slots, and hidden joinery.
May cause slight top-edge chipping on veneered or laminated boards unless used with sacrificial backers.

Straight Cut Bits

Use for: Basic cuts in MDF, foam board, or low-cost ply.

Cuts straight across rather than spirally.
A good all-rounder for budget or less finish-sensitive parts (e.g. seat bases, templates, storage panels).
Great for straight line trimming or pocketing.

V-Bits & Chamfer Bits

Use for: Decorative edges, engraving, bevelling, and branding.

Ideal for engraving logos, names, or custom features into MDF or laminated ply.
Create bevelled drawer edges or corner chamfers for a cleaner finish.
Adds a professional, branded touch to your interiors.

Ball Nose & Radius Bits

Use for: 3D profiling, smoothing, rounded corners.

Useful for sculpted features like ergonomic edges, curved handles, or sculpted corners.
Common in high-end conversions or when combining CNC and hand-finishing.

Slot Cutters

Use for: Cable routing, ventilation, joinery rebates.

Creates a channel or groove for wiring, mounting brackets, or cable management.
Saves time on installations by integrating detail into your panel design.
Also useful for rebates in carcass assembly or trimming decorative edging.

Engraving Bits (0.1mm–60°)

Use for: Fine lettering, labelling, and intricate detailing.

Engrave panel IDs, part numbers, or assembly instructions directly onto components.
Great for flat-pack or batch-produced kits — improves efficiency on site.

Your questions answered

FAQ for Van Builders

Can I create full kits for different van models?

Yes — that’s one of the biggest advantages. You can design full kits for Sprinters, Transits, Crafters, etc., and reuse the same digital files. You can also customise versions for SWB, MWB, or LWB bodies.

Is there a way to quickly cut multiple components at once?

Absolutely. Using the nesting tools in VCarve, you can lay out an entire interior kit on one 8×4 sheet and cut all components in one run — reducing waste and speeding up production significantly.

Can it handle flooring and insulation materials?

Yes — many converters cut 12mm ply floors, foam insulation boards, and even vinyl flooring using specialty tools or knife attachments. It’s easy to program sub-floor layouts, heater vent holes, and mounting points.

What kind of vacuum system does it have?

Our routers use a powerful matrix vacuum bed system — designed specifically for holding ply, MDF, and lighter furniture boards. Even smaller parts can be held securely with correct zoning and nesting.

Can I label or engrave the parts as they’re cut?

Yes — you can engrave part names, logos, or fitting notes directly into the material, saving time during assembly. Perfect for flat-pack kits or multi-van builds.

Recommended Machines for Van Converters

Olympus ATC
CNC Router

Tool Change Type: Linear 8 x ISO 30 Automatic Tool Change
Spindle: 9kW HQD Air-cooled Quick-release Spindle
Drives: Delta Servo Drives
Motors: Delta Servo Motors
Control System: Opus PRO Hand Controller
Bed: Vacuum Bed with Matrix Zones
Zones: Automatic On/Off Switches
Extraction: 5.5kW Extraction System Included
Extras: Material Locating Pins
Software Included: VCarve Pro
Delivery: Included
Installation: Included
Training: Machine and Software Training Included

Prices from £16,995 plus VAT

Pegasus ATC
CNC Router

Tool Change Type: Carousel 12 x ISO 30 Tools/Automatic Tool Change
Spindle: 9kW Italian HSD Spindle
Drives: Yaskawa Servo Drives
Motors: Yaskawa Servo Motors
Control: Syntec Control System
Bed: Vacuum Bed with Matrix Zones
Zones: Automatic On/Off Switches
Extraction: 7.5kW Extraction System Included
Extras: Material Locating Pins | Bearing Wipers
Software Included: VCarve Pro
Delivery: Included
Installation: Included
Training: Machine and Software Training Included

Prices from £25,000 plus VAT

Ready to Transform Your Workshop?

Whether you're converting one van a month or outfitting a fleet, we’ll help you find the right CNC router solution. Our team has helped dozens of van builders across the UK automate and grow their production — now it's your turn.

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Van Conversion Company Testimonial

“We were hand-cutting every single panel, and no two vans are exactly alike. Now with our Olympus ATC, everything’s uniform, accurate, and incredibly fast to replicate. We’ve reduced build time by almost half.”

Thirsk-Based Campervan Conversion Company

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