Buying used tools is better for the planet and better for your wallet, but where do you find good deals? I periodically check a handful of sources - auction sites, message boards, and a few online communities. Read on for some specific links, and a few tips and tricks on how to find a great deal.
Three Phase Power Upgrade
Workshop & Safety1 CommentThe final step in prepping my workshop for a 10HP three-phase planer is getting a source of three-phase power. But … what is three-phase power, why is it necessary, and why is it a bit more complicated to secure in a home workshop compared to a commercial or industrial environment? Read on to learn more.
Custom Metal Legs
How To & Calculators, Products & ShowsCommentDust Collection Upgrade
Workshop & Safety4 CommentsA decision to upgrade my planer has forced me to also upgrade my dust collection system. Read more to learn about the custom two-stage dust collection system I built that is cleaner and more efficient, but yet fits in a more compact space, than my original off-the-shelf system … and all the challenges integrating PVC and ductwork!
Woodworking Classes
Personal JourneyCommentI’ve always enjoyed teaching, and for a couple years now I’ve been a woodshop instructor at a maker space in Sunnyvale, California: MakerNexus. Along with other instructors, I teach both basic power tool safety, as well as a variety of more advanced skills in longer workshops. Though I’m excited to give back to the community and share my enthusiasm for the craft, I often leave classes with more energy than I arrived with, as my students share their energy and curiosity as they embark on their creative journeys.