About two years ago, a colleague introduced me to Mason Friedberg with this enticing line: “He designs cool stuff at the Exploratorium and is thinking of starting his own project featuring craftsmanship”; over the following months, Mason and I met a few times to discuss art & craft. This post is taken verbatim (with permission) from Mason’s writeup of our discussions, with all of the photography credited to him & Edwin Lai.
Workshop Air Quality
Workshop & SafetyCommentWhat I originally thought was an extreme allergic reaction caused me to reevaluate and upgrade many air quality elements throughout my home and workshop - air quality monitors, additional indoor filters, and upgrades that basically force me to use my shop air filter and shop dust collection. Read on for the what, why, and how!
How to Find Used Tools
Sustainability, Workshop & Safety1 CommentThree 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!