The main piece of equipment needed is an efficient sandcarving machine. There are numerous options available on the market with various features, including dust collection systems, ergonomic seating, in-cabinet LED lighting, and more. Sandcarving abrasive used is either silicon carbide (recommended) or aluminum oxide.
Match the machine with artwork for an inkjet printer, an exposure unit, and a high-quality photoresist film, and one is ready for sandcarving.