Have done very well in all kinds of metal art work and signs. Have even Fabricated signs and parts for some of the Big name Restaurants.Have set up booths all over at times at various events,and have had new things to create at each event. Yes I have had problems with my machine at times ,but have always been able so far to correct the problem,which at times was caused by me alone.Been very happy with the machine and what its capabilities are.