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CNC ANSWERS
CNC ANSWERS NEW MEMBERS Q&A CNCRT 55: CNC ANSWERS CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 55 Bill Griggs discusses many of the questions asked by new members of the #CNC Router Tips Group on Facebook. In this episode we discover one of the most frequently asked questions of new CNC Router users. We explore the growth of the podcast and a plan for future episodes. We also look at the progress I have made with my milling machine and why it is important to keep you up to date. Lastly, I tell you about one of the most important books I […]
When Should I Buy A CNC Router Table
When Should I Buy A CNC Router Table Should I Buy a CNC Router Table Before I Retire Or After? CNCRT 56: When Should I Buy A CNC Router Table CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 56 Bill Griggs answers a listener’s question, “When Should I Buy A CNC Router Table? Before or after I retire?” Should you Buy a CNC Router table while you are still gainfully employed or should you wait until after you have retired and still have an income. The answer may surprise you. When you decide to Buy a CNC Router Table you need to […]
All About Limits
All About Limits Limit Switches, Homing Switches and More CNCRT 57: All About Limits CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 57 It’s all about limits. No really. Limits are what keeps chaos at bay on our CNC Router tables. In this episode of CNC Router Tips Podcast Bill Griggs answers a listener’s question about limit switches and Home switches. Shawn Jones asked, “When building a slaved Y axis machine, what is the convention for using limit/home switches? Are they need on both rails or on a single rail?” In Episode 57 we explain how to hook up limit switches, homing switches […]
How Much Should You Charge For CNC Work?
How Much Should You Charge For CNC Work? How To Think Like A CEO Instead Of Like A Worker. CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 41 How Much Should You Charge For CNC Work? How much should you charge for CNC Work? This question comes up all the time. We look at what the average wage is for a CNC machine operator versus what the average shop rate is for a machine owner. If you are using your CNC Router as a business you have to think more like an owner than an operator. You are the CEO of your company […]
What Would Henry Do? Words Of Wisdom From Henry Ford.
HENRY FORD What Would Henry Do? Words Of Wisdom From Henry Ford. Listen to “CNCRT 42: What would Henry Do? Words of Wisdom From Henry Ford.” on Spreaker. CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 42 What Would Henry Do? Words OF Wisdom From Henry Ford. What would Henry Do? I ask myself this question whenever I have a tough decision to make. If you have ever struggled with the decision to buy a CNC Router or other machines this episode may help you. We examine what risks and advantages are when purchasing new equipment. We also talk about the opportunity cost […]
Finding Your Audience With Bob Warfield
Finding Your Audience. With Bob Warfield CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 43 Finding Your Audience With Bob Warfield. Finding your audience is a key step before you design your product. Knowing what it is that your audience needs and what problems they have are key designing a solution. We talk with Bob Warfield, Software Startup founder, Former Borland VP of Engineering and Solo-preneur about his passion project CNC Cookbook and the GWizard Calculator software. Bill Griggs contact info: Twitter: @BillGriggs Website: http://cncroutertips.com SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/43 Websites Mentioned Podcast By Friday http://podcastbyfriday.com Maker Masters http://makermasters.com The Makers Guide http://themakersguide.com #CNC Router […]
Build Your Own Makerspace With Mike Heidrick
Build Your Own Makerspace With Mike Heidrick CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 44 Build Your Own Makerspace with Mike Heidrick. In the episode we talk with Mike Heidrick about why you should build your own makerspace. After trying unsuccessfully to work with local government to bring a makerspace to his community, Mike Heidrick decided to build his own makerspace. Aptly named the Mikeyspace, Mike built a 40’X64’X16’ polebarn with a 10’X24’ porch – two 14’X14’ overhead doors, 3 pedestrian doors, and 4 36”X48” double hung windows, and 5″ thick concrete floor with radiant heat. The project has taken nearly 3 […]
WHY I BOUGHT A TORMACH CNC MILLING MACHINE
Why I Bought A Tormach CNC Milling Machine. Investing in my business. CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 45 Why I Bought A Tormach CNC Milling Machine. I just bought a Tormach CNC Milling machine. In this episode I discuss why I bought a Tormach CNC Milling Machine, what my thought process was and how I plan to use it to build my business. The Tormach PCNC 1100 is a CNC milling machine with a 5100 RPM 1.5 HP spindle. It has a work envelope of 18″ x 9.5″ x 16.25″ (X,Y,Z). It has a 34” x 9.5” table and weighs […]
When Your Home Based Business Needs Commercial Insurance
When Your Home Based Business Needs Commercial Insurance. Protecting my business assets. Listen to “CNCRT 46: When Your Home Based Business Needs Commercial Insurance” on Spreaker. CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 46 When Your Home Based Business Needs Commercial Insurance. CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 46 CNCRT 46: When Your Home Based Business Needs Commercial Insurance. When your home based business needs commercial insurance you should talk to an agent who specializes in commercial insurance. We chat will Bill Basher of the Tanner Insurance Agency Inc. about insuring your home based business, the differences between Commercial insurance and home owners […]
Should You Buy Or Build A CNC Router
Should You Buy Or Build A CNC Router Concerns, Considerations & Conclusions Listen to “CNCRT 40: Should You Buy Or Build A CNC Router” on Spreaker. CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 40 Should You Buy or Build A CNC Router? Should you Buy a CNC Router Table or Build one? This question come up quite a bit and can have a variety of answers depending on your ultimate goal. People who are using a CNC Router Table to build a business may have a very different answer than someone who is using one as a hobby. Time and money are […]