The objective of this project is to design and build an automated machining system capable of producing improved beehive frame top bars with greater strength and durability. The system aims to replace the current manual routing process with a CNC-based solution. The Union Bee Company, based in Union, Connecticut, maintains around 100 honeybee colonies and manufactures wooden beehive frames for local distribution. Traditional beehive frames, constructed from soft pine wood, often fail at the interlocking joints due to repeated handling and stress. A previous senior design team demonstrated that an alternative joint geometry significantly increases joint strength; however, their proposed manufacturing setup was not yet complete. A simplified, reliable CNC machining process is needed to make the new joint commercially viable. While the improved joint design has proven to be mechanically stronger, the optimal method for mass production remains uncertain. Key challenges include determining a dependable system for positioning and securing the wooden pieces, selecting the appropriate cutting tools, and validating that the CNC router can achieve consistent results under operational loads. Additional analysis, such as testing the drill bit under simulated cutting forces, will help inform design decisions and ensure tooling reliability.