First Post. "Hey there are other CNC nuts out there?"
Hello all! I think I am going to be glad I ran across this forum.
My backgound:
8.5 years exp with CNC routers in coustom cabinet shop.
Self taught with G-code,
AutoCad; CAM. (Amature for sure)
Toys I get to play with:
(good o'l) Motion Master six axis router. with A&B control.
Two spindels one 3 AXI and one 5 AXI.
Andi 18 with FANUC control
(Main Machine I use now.)
Twin CABMAXX 21'S with FANUC control.
Used for stack panel processing.
My job:
Solid
Wood parts manufacture. Very often take custom projects from R&D to production.
Yes! A dream job for a CNC "nut".
Thats me.. hello every one.
Hello from Franklin, Ohio !!!
My name is Jimmy. I'm an engineering manager for a local manufacturer of aluminum products for the construction industry. Business is slow in this industry for us of course, but we are utilizing the time to ramp up our internal manufacturing and bring more items in-house.
I'm here to learn and network. I'm looking for knowledge for use in my day job, as well as in my own business at home. My wife and I are starting up a business called JED Custom Cycles. The intent is for production of one off and highly detailed, unique custom motorcycle parts and accessories.
I am already purchasing the base equipment we need for the shop, but one of the key elements to our success is going to me a cnc machine capable of milling aluminum, and possibly some stainless steel. I keep seeing information here about wood working routers, but I would like to build my own metal cutting mill with a tool changer.
I'm really impressed with the information I have found here already. This is amazing source of data and experience. Thanks for the oportunity.
Peace,
JJ
New Member - Engineer Karl
I am a retired Professional Engineer with a long term interest in both manual and CNC Machining. My father was a toolmaker and I received some initial training in machine usage at a very early age. However, Dad wanted me to have a better life than him and pressed for an engineering education.
It worked and I have been an engineer all my life, but with little hands on machine work.
I would like to get a small lathe and mill (Maybe CNC). The soon to be manufactured Syil X4 Plus looks like real fun (He wipes a small drop of saliva from the corner of his mouth).
The good news about being an engineer is that I have a great 3D CAD/CAE background so that part of CNC should be easier.
More later, Pleased to meet all of you
Karl
Hello, this is my introducition post
I have visited this site on occasion, but until recently, have not have a need to be more involved. But now that I have started designing and building my CNC wood router/inlay engraver, I have a more important reason to be a part. I am thirsty for knowledge from within the CNC router community to solve some issues in my mind on my build and design.
I am experienced woodworker (40 years) and currently am working in a professional level rustic furniture design/creation/manufactuiring shop as an advisor and problem solver in developing assembly procedures, tooling, jigs and problem solving. The shop is running very well and I have sort of worked myself out of a job, so I now have more time to pursue my own inventing and designing projects. I have stated building musical instruments (guitar, mandolin, violin) and have come to the conclusion that a CNC router would be a great addition to my shop. Carving mandiolin tops, necks, routing for inlays and logos and cutting out jigs are a few of the potential projects I hope to accomplish. So my CNC machine must have repeatiblity, accuracy and flexibilty. Therefore I have decided not to build just a basic tabletop sign routing type rig, but one with mid sized capabilty (20" x 30" x 6") with more substaintial bearings, drives and structural design than I have seen on many home shop routers. Although I have made many decisions on my machine design and have started securing some materials, there are still alot of issues unresolved and undecided.
Hopefully I can find an "old hand" here on the CNCzone to help guide me thru the technical realm, give me advice to avoid the common cnc-beginner mistakes and misconceptions and direct me in an upward direction to see my project thru. Like I told my mandolin teacher a couple years ago. "if my musical skills were as strong as my desire, I'd be an accomplished muscian!" So, maybe there's a cnc teacher out there that will take me under the wing and get me going.
Glad to be part of this community, looking forward to broading my horizons.
Mike