Recent content by samthedog

OK folks, until I find a solution for the down pictures here is an additional video on the storage: This weekend I will be getting an isolating transformer which will allow true 3 phase in the shop. This means I can finally get my mill operational. Paul.

Thanks! I did a short update video 18 months on about how everything has stood the test of time and our freezing winters. Enjoy!

Thanks for the kind words, I appreciate it :) I have not spent much time in the workshop lately outside of doing some small machining projects for some friends. It's almost a shame to spend so much time and effort on building this kind of a shop just to have it sit idle. I have been up to my...

Updated pictures this weekend. I had to repair the ceiling in the container as the ceiling battons were not thick enough to hold the screws holding the plywood in the ceiling. I have been very busy in my engineering business but have done a few projects for friends and made a couple breweries...

Thanks! I'm in Kongsberg. I have just started renting a 220 m garage where I will move a few of those machines. I will be exercising the same care and attention when setting it up. This was a great exercise in planning. Paul.

It was "Navigating Kongsberg, Norway". Since then we have sold the house, and just in time since we beat the huge slump in the oil price. Paul.

Unfortunately not. A nasty prolapse has slowed me down a bit. I may also be moving the container to a different location as I am starting my own engineering / design / prototyping business and need access to manual machines until I have a full CNC setup available. I will be completing the crane...

You are right regarding the outside appearance of the shop. Most people wouldn't consider this solution because of the aesthetic and space related challenges. People are always shocked when they step inside and see that the work space is functional and quite comfortable. I may take you up on the...

Fixed! Thanks for the heads up. I tried to embed it but couldn't for some strange reason. My voice was on the verge of failing when I shot the video and today I have lost it completely. Anyway, I hope you find it interesting. Paul.

I use 2 of these: http://www.lowes.com/pd_363523-382-M515XKADLJ___ They are pretty tough. To be honest, most theives are looking for electronics and stuff they can hock quickly. What I have is a little too specialized and heavy. I also have good neighbors who keep an eye on things and from the...

Sorry for the slow response. I have made a short video where I cover heating, wifi and a few other details. I have posted this project on other forums so I figured I'd cover the topics with a video since it's probably a little more interesting. Paul.

He did mention liquid payment was inbound. To be honest money would have been good as I destroyed a carbide drill bit on the stainless pots. The stainless is made of mystery metals and workhardens instantly so I needed to use carbide to get through. I never really know what work will come...

I usually work alone so there is nobody to take pictures but today I had someone to help. I drugged up with pain-killers and helped a friend out in building some equipment for a brewery. It was a simple jup of drilling some large pots and plumbing some thermometers and taps. Involved a hole...

Thanks for the kind words gents. I have been out of action again due to my prolapsed disk acting up. I will be posting some more youtube videos featuring the technology solutions in my shop and also how to select the right machines for a metal shop. I am in Poland at the moment but stay tuned...

Thanks for the kind words guys. I'll shoot some more videos to explaining what I feel to be important tools for small shops. It's taken me years to get to this point so I think I have a fairly good idea of what general tools and machines are handy for a small hobby / job shop. If you want some...