Do you really need a shaper?

Who should buy a shaper? Who shouldn't buy a shaper? Some shops have multiple. Some get by with none. I hope this video helps you decide if your shop is right for a shaper or not!

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00:00 Introduction
00:26 Why I have a shaper
00:43 Shaper/Router Table Comparisons
01:11 Router table short comings
01:40 Shaper advantages
02:18 Direction controls
02:53 Bit / Cutter change time
03:34 Bit / Cutter sizes
04:23 Cost difference
04:50 Who the Shaper is for