https://www.i3detroit.org/wi/api.php?action=feedcontributions&user=JohnSugg&feedformat=atomi3Detroit - User contributions [en]2024-03-29T01:41:32ZUser contributionsMediaWiki 1.31.1https://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Former&diff=5122Vacuum Former2013-05-13T00:11:41Z<p>JohnSugg: </p>
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<div>{{Equipment <br />
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| Name = Vacuum Former<br />
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| Intro = A custom built vacuum former. Built at I3Detroit<br />
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| Owner = John Sugg less than 100%, Brian Wennberg less than 100%, Glen Moore, Rocco Marras<br />
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| StorageLocation = Between the Bike Shop and the Vinyl Shop<br />
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| MakeModel = Proto Form. Plans-built Vacuum Former<br />
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| PartNumber = J<br />
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| Documents = Coming soon.<br />
<br />
| LooksLike = [[File:Vaccuum_Former.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Vacuum Former]]<br />
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| Rules = Do not turn vac pump off during operation or vac pump could be damaged. Do not use a buck with hollow bottom surface or platen could be damaged.<br />
<br />
Training is required before using. Contact John Sugg to set up a training time. Sugg3d@comcast.net<br />
<br />
<br />
| Instructions = While it is simple to operate, this tool can be damaged if not used properly. Please get training before using.<br />
John has stocked 2x2 styrene sheets (white or black) for you to buy. Place $3.00 in blue cash box for each sheet you use. The Vacuum Former can be converted to 2x3 if you wish to make larger parts. <br />
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| OtherReferences =<br />
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Reference this.<br />
<br />
| MaintenanceInfo = Report any problems to sugg3d@comcast.net<br />
<br />
<br />
| ToDos = <br />
<br />
What problems does this thing have, or are there improvements that would make it better.<br />
<br />
| FAQs =<br />
<br />
A list of commonly asked questions<br />
<br />
}}<br />
[[Category:Fab Lab]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Former&diff=5121Vacuum Former2013-05-13T00:00:48Z<p>JohnSugg: </p>
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<div>{{Equipment <br />
<br />
| Name = Vacuum Former<br />
<br />
| Intro = A custom built vacuum former. Built at I3Detroit<br />
<br />
| Owner = John Sugg less than 100% <br />
<br />
| StorageLocation = Between the Bike Shop and the Vinyl Shop<br />
<br />
| MakeModel = Proto Form. Plans-built Vacuum Former<br />
<br />
| PartNumber = J<br />
<br />
| Documents = Coming soon.<br />
<br />
| LooksLike = [[File:Vaccuum_Former.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Vacuum Former]]<br />
<br />
| Rules =<br />
<br />
Training is required before using. Contact John Sugg to set up a training time. Sugg3d@comcast.net<br />
<br />
<br />
| Instructions = While it is simple to operate, this tool can be damaged if not used properly. Please get training before using.<br />
John has stocked 2x2 styrene sheets for you to buy. Place $3.00 in blue cash box for each sheet you use.<br />
<br />
| OtherReferences =<br />
<br />
Reference this.<br />
<br />
| MaintenanceInfo = Report any problems to sugg3d@comcast.net<br />
<br />
<br />
| ToDos = <br />
<br />
What problems does this thing have, or are there improvements that would make it better.<br />
<br />
| FAQs =<br />
<br />
A list of commonly asked questions<br />
<br />
}}<br />
[[Category:Fab Lab]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4738Vacuum Forming Machine2013-03-02T04:17:07Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Team */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool to build their projects.<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12. Completed 3-1-13.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly several years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
It's complete and working.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug E. Walsh from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him. Doug is also the author of Do It Yourself Vacuum Forming For The Hobbyist.<br />
<br />
A 220 outlet has been installed on the west wall for the vacuum former.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4737Vacuum Forming Machine2013-03-02T04:15:11Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Goal */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool to build their projects.<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12. Completed 3-1-13.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
It's complete and working.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug E. Walsh from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him. Doug is also the author of Do It Yourself Vacuum Forming For The Hobbyist.<br />
<br />
A 220 outlet has been installed on the west wall for the vacuum former.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4736Vacuum Forming Machine2013-03-02T04:14:38Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Completed Work */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12. Completed 3-1-13.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
It's complete and working.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug E. Walsh from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him. Doug is also the author of Do It Yourself Vacuum Forming For The Hobbyist.<br />
<br />
A 220 outlet has been installed on the west wall for the vacuum former.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4735Vacuum Forming Machine2013-03-02T04:13:47Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Parts */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12. Completed 3-1-13.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete. Oven has been built and tested. Electrical wiring is now complete.<br />
<br />
Next steps: Build control panel. Finish two platens (2' x 2' and 2' x3') and connect vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug E. Walsh from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him. Doug is also the author of Do It Yourself Vacuum Forming For The Hobbyist.<br />
<br />
A 220 outlet has been installed on the west wall for the vacuum former.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4734Vacuum Forming Machine2013-03-02T04:12:34Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Timeline */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12. Completed 3-1-13.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen sheet metal. Vacuum hoses and vacuum hose connections.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete. Oven has been built and tested. Electrical wiring is now complete.<br />
<br />
Next steps: Build control panel. Finish two platens (2' x 2' and 2' x3') and connect vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug E. Walsh from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him. Doug is also the author of Do It Yourself Vacuum Forming For The Hobbyist.<br />
<br />
A 220 outlet has been installed on the west wall for the vacuum former.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4135Vacuum Forming Machine2012-10-19T14:34:31Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Parts */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen sheet metal. Vacuum hoses and vacuum hose connections.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete. Oven has been built and tested. Electrical wiring is now complete.<br />
<br />
Next steps: Build control panel. Finish two platens (2' x 2' and 2' x3') and connect vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug E. Walsh from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him. Doug is also the author of Do It Yourself Vacuum Forming For The Hobbyist.<br />
<br />
A 220 outlet has been installed on the west wall for the vacuum former.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4134Vacuum Forming Machine2012-10-19T14:32:38Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Misc. */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen sheet metal. Vacuum hoses and vacuum hose connections.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete. Oven has been built and tested. Electrical wiring is now complete.<br />
<br />
Next steps: Build control panel. Finish two platens (2' x 2' and 2' x3') and connect vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug E. Walsh from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him. Doug is also the author of Do It Yourself Vacuum Forming For The Hobbyist.<br />
<br />
A 220 outlet has been installed on the west wall for the vacuum former.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4133Vacuum Forming Machine2012-10-19T14:26:51Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Completed Work */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen sheet metal. Vacuum hoses and vacuum hose connections.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete. Oven has been built and tested. Electrical wiring is now complete.<br />
<br />
Next steps: Build control panel. Finish two platens (2' x 2' and 2' x3') and connect vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him.<br />
<br />
A location has been chosen for the required 220 outlet to be installed. The location is near the laser cutter area on the west wall.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4132Vacuum Forming Machine2012-10-19T14:24:00Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Parts */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen sheet metal. Vacuum hoses and vacuum hose connections.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete. Oven has been built and tested. Most of the wiring is now complete.<br />
<br />
Next steps: Finish wiring electrical. Control panel. Build platen and vacuum system.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him.<br />
<br />
A location has been chosen for the required 220 outlet to be installed. The location is near the laser cutter area on the west wall.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4069Vacuum Forming Machine2012-10-05T12:37:12Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Misc. */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen parts. Vacuum hoses.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete. Oven has been built and tested. Most of the wiring is now complete.<br />
<br />
Next steps: Finish wiring electrical. Control panel. Build platen and vacuum system.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him.<br />
<br />
A location has been chosen for the required 220 outlet to be installed. The location is near the laser cutter area on the west wall.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4068Vacuum Forming Machine2012-10-05T12:33:45Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Parts */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts.<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen parts. Vacuum hoses.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete. Oven has been built and tested. Most of the wiring is now complete.<br />
<br />
Next steps: Finish wiring electrical. Control panel. Build platen and vacuum system.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=4066Vacuum Forming Machine2012-10-05T12:32:22Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Completed Work */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts.<br />
Oven kit<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete. Oven has been built and tested. Most of the wiring is now complete.<br />
<br />
Next steps: Finish wiring electrical. Control panel. Build platen and vacuum system.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3585Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-26T21:09:06Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Completed Work */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts.<br />
Oven kit<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete.<br />
<br />
Next steps: Build oven. Wire electrical. Build platen and vacuum system.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3584Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-26T21:06:34Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Team */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit. Rocco was also kind enough to donate funds for the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts.<br />
Oven kit<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3583Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-26T21:05:11Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Parts */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts.<br />
Oven kit<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3582Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-26T21:04:55Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Parts */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
Oven kit<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3581Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-26T21:04:19Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Misc. */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Oven kit should arrive on 7-19-12.<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug dropped by for a tour on 7-19-12 and we purchased an oven kit from him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3580Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-26T21:02:41Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Completed Work */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Oven kit should arrive on 7-19-12.<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. All of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes are now complete.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug will be stopping by for a tour on 7-19-12 and he will be bringing the oven kit with him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3566Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-12T00:22:26Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Timeline */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Okay, more than several. <br />
Build started on 4-4-12.<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Oven kit should arrive on 7-19-12.<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. Most of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes need sanding and stain to be complete. <br />
<br />
A talented welder is still needed to finish the frame welding.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug will be stopping by for a tour on 7-19-12 and he will be bringing the oven kit with him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3565Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-12T00:21:02Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Completed Work */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Build started on 4-4-12<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Oven kit should arrive on 7-19-12.<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart is complete. Most of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder is now ready for oven. The mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted. Upper and lower red oak wooden boxes need sanding and stain to be complete. <br />
<br />
A talented welder is still needed to finish the frame welding.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug will be stopping by for a tour on 7-19-12 and he will be bringing the oven kit with him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3564Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-12T00:17:34Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Team */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Build started on 4-4-12<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented member Glen M who has kindly donated funds for the purchase of the oven kit.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Oven kit should arrive on 7-19-12.<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart. Most of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder ready for oven. Mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug will be stopping by for a tour on 7-19-12 and he will be bringing the oven kit with him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3563Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-12T00:15:16Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Completed Work */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Build started on 4-4-12<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented members Glen M and Demetrios.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Oven kit should arrive on 7-19-12.<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart. Most of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder ready for oven. Mobile cart and main vacuum tank have been painted.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug will be stopping by for a tour on 7-19-12 and he will be bringing the oven kit with him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3562Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-12T00:14:38Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Parts */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Build started on 4-4-12<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented members Glen M and Demetrios.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Oven kit should arrive on 7-19-12.<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart. Most of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder ready for oven.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug will be stopping by for a tour on 7-19-12 and he will be bringing the oven kit with him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3561Vacuum Forming Machine2012-07-12T00:13:07Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Misc. */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Build started on 4-4-12<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented members Glen M and Demetrios.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Expensive Oven.<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart. Most of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder ready for oven.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by Doug from Workshop Publishing in Lake Orion. Doug will be stopping by for a tour on 7-19-12 and he will be bringing the oven kit with him.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: Although not yet completed, the VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012. There will be samples of formed plastics made on vacuumformers.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t<br />
[[Category:Projects]][[Category:Member Projects]][[Category:Active Projects]]</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3136Vacuum Forming Machine2012-06-13T04:21:39Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Misc. */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Build started on 4-4-12<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented members Glen M and Demetrios.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Expensive Oven.<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart. Most of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder ready for oven.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by a man from Lake Orion. I will surely invite him to i3Detroit to see the build when it is completed. I will be purchasing the heater parts from him at some point.<br />
<br />
Maker Faire: The VacuumFormer will be shown at MakerFaire 2012.<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3135Vacuum Forming Machine2012-06-13T04:18:46Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Team */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Build started on 4-4-12<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented members Glen M and Demetrios.<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Expensive Oven.<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart. Most of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder ready for oven.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by a man from Lake Orion. I will surely invite him to i3Detroit to see the build when it is completed. I will be purchasing the heater parts from him at some point.<br />
<br />
We all love the Mythbusters, right? Well guess what vacuum former they use? The same one we are building. I heard they used it to build Buster 2 in one of the episodes.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3134Vacuum Forming Machine2012-06-13T04:17:46Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Parts */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Build started on 4-4-12<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented members Glen M, Brian B and Demetrios. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Expensive Oven.<br />
<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart. Most of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder ready for oven.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by a man from Lake Orion. I will surely invite him to i3Detroit to see the build when it is completed. I will be purchasing the heater parts from him at some point.<br />
<br />
We all love the Mythbusters, right? Well guess what vacuum former they use? The same one we are building. I heard they used it to build Buster 2 in one of the episodes.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3133Vacuum Forming Machine2012-06-13T04:16:43Z<p>JohnSugg: /* Completed Work */</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Build started on 4-4-12<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented members Glen M, Brian B and Demetrios. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Expensive Oven.<br />
Sheet metal for oven/heating unit build.<br />
Oak wood.<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart. Most of the steel frame has been welded. Sheet metal oven holder ready for oven.<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by a man from Lake Orion. I will surely invite him to i3Detroit to see the build when it is completed. I will be purchasing the heater parts from him at some point.<br />
<br />
We all love the Mythbusters, right? Well guess what vacuum former they use? The same one we are building. I heard they used it to build Buster 2 in one of the episodes.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3008Vacuum Forming Machine2012-04-13T00:34:39Z<p>JohnSugg: </p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Build started on 4-4-12<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented members Glen M, Brian B and Demetrios. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical.<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Expensive Oven.<br />
Sheet metal for oven/heating unit build.<br />
Oak wood.<br />
Platen parts.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart. Frame steel has been cut and it is now ready for welding. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by a man from Lake Orion. I will surely invite him to i3Detroit to see the build when it is completed. I will be purchasing the heater parts from him at some point.<br />
<br />
We all love the Mythbusters, right? Well guess what vacuum former they use? The same one we are building. I heard they used it to build Buster 2 in one of the episodes.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=3007Vacuum Forming Machine2012-04-13T00:33:53Z<p>JohnSugg: </p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fabrication tool tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. Build started on 4-4-12<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented members Glen M, Brian B and Demetrios. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame (it was about $200) and electrical connections (around $250). <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Electrical<br />
Vacuum system parts<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased'''<br />
<br />
Expensive Oven<br />
Sheet metal for oven/heating unit build<br />
Oak wood<br />
Platen parts<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
Wooden mobile cart. Frame steel has been cut and it is now ready for welding. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by a man from Lake Orion. I will surely invite him to i3Detroit to see the build when it is completed. I will be purchasing the heater parts from him at some point.<br />
<br />
We all love the Mythbusters, right? Well guess what vacuum former they use? The same one we are building. I heard they used it to build Buster 2 in one of the episodes.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=2958Vacuum Forming Machine2012-03-03T21:42:44Z<p>JohnSugg: </p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fantastic tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. I will not be available to build in March so I suggested we start during the first week of April. This will also give us some time to gather building materials.<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented members Glen M, Brian B and Nick B. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame and electrical connections. <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Plans/prints. <br />
<br />
Vacuum Pump. <br />
<br />
Two 11 gallon air tanks. <br />
<br />
Cart wheels. <br />
<br />
2 x 4 wood for mobile cart/base. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased soon'''<br />
<br />
Metal square tubing for framework, carrier and carrier lift. Ted: I don't think we can get that aluminum to work but thanks just the same.<br />
<br />
Sheet metal for oven/heating unit build<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
You know we didn't start yet so how can anything be completed? Placeholder.<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by a man from Lake Orion. I will surely invite him to i3Detroit to see the build when it is completed. I will be purchasing the heater parts from him at some point.<br />
<br />
We all love the Mythbusters, right? Well guess what vacuum former they use? The same one we are building. I heard they used it to build Buster 2 in one of the episodes.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=Vacuum_Forming_Machine&diff=2957Vacuum Forming Machine2012-03-03T03:39:33Z<p>JohnSugg: Created page with " == '''Goal''' == To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fantastic tool to build their projects. == '''Timeline''' == Hard to guess on this one. Factors includ..."</p>
<hr />
<div><br />
<br />
== '''Goal''' ==<br />
<br />
To provide the members of i3Detroit with another fantastic tool to build their projects. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Timeline''' ==<br />
<br />
Hard to guess on this one. Factors include builder availability, acquiring parts quickly, communication between builders. I would guess several months will go by before we can do some forming. I will not be available to build in March so I suggested we start during the first week of April. This will also give us some time to gather building materials.<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Team''' ==<br />
<br />
While I have been a member for nearly 1.5 years, I have not yet worked on a team build. This will be my first team build and also my first time leading a team build. <br />
So far about 4 members and myself are builders. I hope to add a few more in order to add high quality welding and knowledgable electrical skills. Brian W. has volunteered to work on the vacuum pump, tanks and the control panel. We also have talented members Glen M, Brian B and Nick B. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Plans''' ==<br />
<br />
After meeting with a few of the project builders, it was decided to build a larger machine than I had planned to build alone. We looked at different designs and decided to purchase the "Proto-Form" plans online. I have bought these plans and printed them out. Builders are welcome to write notes and comments on the plans as they need to. <br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Expense''' ==<br />
<br />
Sure it going to cost a few bucks and a few calories but all the tools to build a vacuum forming machine are already at i3Detroit. Several members have pledged donations for purchasing materials. Most of these members are also on the build team. The oven/heating unit is a bit expensive and I'm not sure about the pricing for the metal frame and electrical connections. <br />
<br />
<br />
== ''' Parts''' ==<br />
<br />
Metal Mart and McMaster Carr<br />
<br />
'''Here's a short list of parts already available (or almost available)'''<br />
<br />
Plans/prints. <br />
<br />
Vacuum Pump. <br />
<br />
Two 11 gallon air tanks. <br />
<br />
Cart wheels. <br />
<br />
2 x 4 wood for mobile cart/base. <br />
<br />
<br />
'''Parts that need to be purchased soon'''<br />
<br />
Metal square tubing for framework, carrier and carrier lift. Ted: I don't think we can get that aluminum to work but thanks just the same.<br />
<br />
Sheet metal for oven/heating unit build<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Completed Work''' ==<br />
<br />
You know we didn't start yet so how can anything be completed? Placeholder.<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Misc.''' ==<br />
<br />
The plans for the Proto-Form were created by a man from Lake Orion. I will surely invite him to i3Detroit to see the build when it is completed. I will be purchasing the heater parts from him at some point.<br />
<br />
We all love the Mythbusters, right? Well guess what vacuum former they use? The same one we are building. I heard they used it to build Buster 2 in one of the episodes.<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
== '''Contact''' ==<br />
<br />
John Sugg<br />
<br />
sugg3d@comcast.n e t</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=User:JohnSugg&diff=2956User:JohnSugg2012-03-03T00:38:42Z<p>JohnSugg: Created page with "Vacuum Forming Machine build is about to get started. '''Model''': Proto-Form '''Size''': 2' x 3'"</p>
<hr />
<div>Vacuum Forming Machine build is about to get started. <br />
'''Model''': Proto-Form<br />
'''Size''': 2' x 3'</div>JohnSugghttps://www.i3detroit.org/wi/index.php?title=MemberProjects&diff=2955MemberProjects2012-03-03T00:21:47Z<p>JohnSugg: </p>
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<div>== Ongoing Projects ==<br />
<br />
[[Vacuum Forming Machine]] -- Contact John Sugg<br />
<br />
[[Arduino Controlled Thermostat]] -- Contact Eric Merrill <br />
<br />
[[Modular Analog Synthesizer]] -- Contact Nicholas Britsky <br />
<br />
[[Security Cameras]] -- We'll be watching you! - Contact [[User:Nbezanson|Nate B]] or [[User:Jcbender|Joe B]] <br />
<br />
[[RFID safety switch system]] -- Using your i3 key to power up heavy machines in the space - Contact [[User:Jcbender|Joe B]] <br />
<br />
Building an N0GSG radio direction finder -- [[User:Nbezanson|Nate B]] <br />
<br />
Capacitive discharge battery tab [[Spot-welder]], based on [[http://www.philpem.me.uk/elec/welder/|Phil Pemberton's design]] -- [[User:Nbezanson|Nate B]] <br />
<br />
[[CRM Software]] -- To Track Memberships and payments - Contact Ed Platt <br />
<br />
[[Reprap Machines]] -- Small Rapid Prototyping station - Contact Devin McPherson <br />
<br />
[[Small CNC]] -- Contact Paul Kerchen or Brian Wennberg <br />
<br />
[[Brain Controlled Robot]] -- Using an OCZ Neural Impuse Actuator to collect EEG/EMG waves, and uses them to control a small robot. - Contact Dan Swando <br />
<br />
[[Player Piano Rebuild w/ Roll Printer]] -- Rebuilding an old player piano to working condition. Then hacking an old dot matrix printer to cut out from a continuous roll of paper to play on the piano, as well as various piano add-ons for further automation. - Contact Trevor Cook <br />
<br />
[[Player Piano Project Branch: Hard drive actuated piano]] -- Actuation of the hammers in the above player piano with the reader arms scavenged from dead hard drives. - Contact Trevor Cook <br />
<br />
[[DIY Musical Instruments|Cigar Box Guitar and Beer Growler Organ]] -- a Cigar Box Guitar and a Beer Growler Organ. SWiT. <br />
<br />
[[Cheeto Launcher]] <br />
<br />
[[Hubless Motor]] -- A low-friction propulsion system based on Mag-lev principles <br />
<br />
[[WelcomeSwitch 2.0]] -- A forthcoming rewrite or complete reimplementation of the basic idea. Hopefully with StatusNet support. <br />
<br />
[[I3 Girls 2011 Maker Faire Project]] -- TBD. <br />
<br />
[[Analog Modular Synthesizer]] - Built into a '70s organ with 3 CVs (the 2 manuals and foot pedals) and 12 modules to start. <br />
<br />
[[Needlecraft Night]] - follow link to see members' knit, crochet, and sewing projects <br />
<br />
[[Papercraft Party]] - follow link to see members' scrapbook, origami, and art projects <br />
<br />
[[RoboPop]] - extension of [[OpenSoda]] contact [[User:BlastedBill|Blasted Bill Putt]] <br />
<br />
[[Space Automation]] - The umbrella project for all the automated infrastructure. Security, HVAC, etc. <br />
<br />
[[OpenSoda]] - contact [[User:BlastedBill|Blasted Bill Putt]]<br />
<br />
[[Trailer Studio|Mobile Production Studio]] - Soon to be mobile 4 Mic Podcast/AV Production Studio - Project Lead [[User:Nate_lapt|Nate_LapT NateW]]<br />
<br />
[[ChromoDisk]] - a 4-inch LED-filled disk design rehash of the Aurora from Instructables. ([[User:Surferdudemi|Roger S]])<br />
<br />
[[Bat House]] - it's ... well ... a bat house. Based upon Rocket Bat House design on Internet. ([[User:Surferdudemi|Roger S]])<br />
<br />
[[OpenSkeeball|Open Skeeball]] -- a DIY Skeeball machine powered by an Arduino microcontroller. SWiT.<br />
<br />
[[Real-Time Drum Lights]] - Light up the inside of a drum when it is played - Contact Dave Scholl<br />
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[[2m-avr-superhet|2-meter AVR-controlled double-conversion superhet receiver]] - ([[User:n8vi|Brad T]])<br />
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[[AVR-Controlled Wood Stove]] -- electronics+programming+fire! - Contact [[User:CrazyPyro|Neil F]]<br />
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[[Digital Pressure Gauge for Keg]] -- electronics+programming+beer! - Contact [[User:CrazyPyro|Neil F]]<br />
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== Completed Projects (2011) ==<br />
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[[Progromino]] - an extension of the Le Dominoux device, using an AVR! ([[User:Surferdudemi|Roger S]])<br />
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[[ChronoTune]] - A qualifier project for the Red Bull Creation Challenge (Nate B, Ted H, Eric M, and Roger S)<br />
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[[2m-window-loop|2-meter window antenna]] in the e-room ([[User:N8vi|Brad T]])<br />
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== Completed Projects (2010) ==<br />
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[[WelcomeSwitch]] -- Lets members indicate when they're willing to accept guests. Wired and originally programmed by [[User:Nbezanson|Nate B]], rewritten by Ted.<br />
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[[CupcakeCar]] -- A goofy testbed for electrical and mechanical ideas, an eye-catching way to zip around town, and an engineering disaster, all rolled into one! Dismantled. Mostly Nick, also Nate B and others.<br />
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[[Twinki3 Car]] -- Russ Wolfe / Nick Britsky<br />
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[[Powerwheels Racer]] -- An electric ride-on toy meant for 6 year olds, hacked into a racing vehicle for adults that only have the mentality of a 6 year old. Ted.<br />
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[[Twittering Doghouse]] -- Bob and Dennay<br />
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[[Feedback Slider]] -- A musical instrument based on feedback. Ed.<br />
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[[ArduinoFoamDartShootingRange]] -- four pop-up targets and machine that detect hits from foam darts (nerf) and is powered by an arduino. SWiT.<br />
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[[microliter coolant auto pump]] -- dispenser for very small shots of water base machining coolant and lube. steve h.</div>JohnSugg