Episode 140
140 - Sacrifices to the CNC Gods
Jem and Justin talk about machining big aluminum parts, setting up shop spaces, Raspberry Pi projects, file transfer hassles, tool holders, and robot programming. They share wins, frustrations, and practical tips from a busy week in the workshop.
DISCUSSED:
- Workshop layout
- Chatter Sync
- GH chops
- Hydraulic for ISO30?
- ISO30 drill chucks? - runout?
- RTFM GPT - Shared (Zap)
- YCM Dilemma
- Upgrade Storage
- Sell
- Scissors
- High stakes machining ꘎ Eagles
- Arbour rebuild, awesome old school shop ꘎
- Farken CF cards!!!
- Hourly rate assessment ꘎
- What happens if you scrap client material? ꘎
- 00:00 Workshop Challenges
- 02:49 Designing Efficient Workshop Layouts
- 05:40 Exploring CNC and Raspberry Pi Integration
- 08:42 Managing High-Value Client Projects
- 11:31 Tool Holder Innovations and Challenges
- 14:31 Cash Flow and Robotics in Manufacturing
- 21:07 Simulation and Toolpath Innovations
- 23:32 Programming Challenges with Different Robotics
- 24:50 Dealing with Mechanical Issues
- 26:55 Collaboration and Community Support
- 27:41 Machining Techniques and Precision
- 30:22 Pricing Strategies in Machining
- 35:44 Evaluating Equipment and Automation Needs
- 37:59 Leveraging Technology for Efficiency
- 40:24 Navigating Documentation and Resources
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HOSTS
Jem Freeman
Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia
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Justin Brouillette
Portland, Oregon, USA
