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If you can trace a line, you can do this.

There is a big and varied market for engraved items, from carving memorials to engraving delicate wedding items.  When you look at these items, they seem like pieces of art that took master craftsman days or weeks to make.  SCM Systems makes it easy for you to become an engraving business owner, even if you have no artistic talent.

SCM is not a franchise, per se, but it does offer some great benefits of belonging to a franchise.  If you purchase SCM equipment, you get more than a machine.  You also get:

  • Step by step training guides
  • Easy to read manuals
  • Booklets on starting your own business
  • Pricing guides
  • Marketing ideas
  • Newsletters
  • Catalogues
  • A toll free support number

SCM was recognized by Small Business Opportunities Magazine as one of “15 enterprises complete with inventory and training so you can start today” that was a “No Experience Goldmine”.  All you need is the ability to trace a line.  If you can do that, you can create beautiful pieces of engraved art.

The SCM System is perfect for at-home parents, retirees, anyone who wants to earn side income, people who want to create products for church or school fundraisers, and hobbyists.  It doesn't take a lot of time and nearly everyone can learn to do it.  Watching the training video on SCM's website shows how easy it really is.

SCM Systems provides ample business opportunities.  There are many different products you can make and many different places to sell them.  Here's a look at some of the pieces you can create with the SCM System.

  • Glassware
  • Trophies and awards
  • Engraved guns and knives
  • Ceramics
  • Memorials for pets
  • Stone or glass signs for businesses or residences
  • Decorative windows and glass art
  • Wedding and anniversary gifts
  • You can also engrave valuables with the owners' name or with an identifying number

SCM also provides customers with ideas on how to market their products.

  • Display your services at trade shows (auto and home shows are only two types)
  • Set up a booth in a mall with a display and demonstrations
  • Run ads in local papers
  • Approach area businesses about selling your products in their stores
  • Approach business owners and tell them you can engrave their equipment, tools, and machines with identifying numbers
  • Approach business owners about engraving their logo on mugs for promotions

These are just a few ideas that SCM can share with their customers.  So how do you become a member?  Is there a lengthy and expensive process?  How much do you have to pay?  When you purchase certain pieces of equipment from SCM Systems, you also get a membership and media package.  These contain:

  • Toll free support
  • Equipment warranty
  • Training videos
  • Marketing guide (guides on
  • Newsletters/new ideas
  • Catalog subscriptions
  • Access to SCM Training Institute
  • On-going support

Start-up costs for SCM systems vary depending on which machine you choose to buy.  You can get systems from about $1,800 to $7,500, which includes membership and the media package.  You can buy equipment for as little as $300, but it does not come with the membership benefits.  In addition, you can also receive a commission for referrals.  If your referral leads to a sale, you get 10% in commissions.

Purchasing a SCM System allows you to work at home according to your own schedule. You can create beautiful and in-demand pieces that will sell in a variety of markets. More On the SCM Business opportunity

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