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At It Again
AT IT AGAIN Out In Workshop And On Tour. AT IT AGAIN CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 49 CNCRT 49: AT IT AGAIN Well we are at it again. We are answering your questions about CNC Router Tables and business. Catch up with Bill Griggs and find out what he has been up to in the work shop. We talks about shop safety, When to use a Down spiral bit, the dangers of leaving you machine unattended and more. We also discuss the Atlanta Woodworking show. Bill Griggs contact info: Twitter: @BillGriggs Website: http://cncroutertips.com SHOW NOTES: http://cncroutertips.com/49 WEBSITES MENTIONED Tormach […]
CNCNUTZ With Peter Passuello
CNCNUTZ WITH PETER PASSUELLO CNC YOUTUBE VIDEO CREATOR CNCNUTZ WITH PETER PASSUELLO CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 50 CNCRT 50: CNCNUTZ WITH PETER PASSUELLO In this 50th episode of CNC Router Tips Podcast we talk with CNCNutz Peter Passello from Greymouth New Zealand. Peter is a CNC Youtube content creator and a very innovative inventor. Bill Griggs celebrates his 50th episode by interviewing long time online friend Peter Passuello. We discuss the similarity of how we got into CNC even though we are half way around the world from each other. Peter Passuello began his CNC Journey by building his […]
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 […]
Sharing And Growing A CNC Business On Youtube With John Grimsmo
Why I Bought A Tormach CNC Milling Machine. Investing in my business. Listen to “CNCRT 47: Sharing And Growing A CNC Business On Youtube With John Grimsmo” on Spreaker. CNC Router Tips Podcast Episode 47 Sharing And Growing A CNC Business On Youtube With John Grimsmo. John Grimsmo has been sharing and growing his CNC business On Youtube for several years. We have watched the growth of his company Grimsmo Knives through his many Youtube videos. Grimsmo started building his business with less than $5000 in equipment and grew it into over a half million in equipment through the […]