Plenum/Meeting minutes/2023-06-14

Topics

Topic 1: Gaming Corner

• It's there and beautiful!

Topic 2: New Bandsaw

• Discussion about getting a new bandsaw ongoing
• Current bandsaw is on long-term loan and not suitable for resawing thick planks
• Need someone to identify a suitable model
• Financial constraints make immediate purchase unlikely
• Gathering interest and willingness to help with funding suggested
• Mention of a potential model: Holzbandsäge MJ14 from paulimot.de
• Mention of another potential model: Premium 12" Bandsaw from recordpower.co.uk
• Suggestion of considering a second-hand bandsaw for cost savings but concerns about maintenance and quality
• Alternative suggestion of building a bandsaw ourselves using a DIY guide from woodgears.ca

Topic 3: Getting a Plasma Cutter

• Discussion about the absence of volunteers to maintain the CNC
• Inquiry about the usefulness and price range of a plasma cutter
• Preference expressed for a better bandsaw, jointer planer, or table saw
• Description of a plasma cutter as a tool for cutting complex geometries out of metal plates
• Cost estimation of a plasma cutter at around 300-400 Euro
• Suggestion of a YouTube video showcasing a mostly printed CNC plasma cutter
• Criteria for acquiring new tools discussed, including financing, maintenance, and impact on the space and other tools
• Agreement that a plasma cutter could be considered if the criteria are met
• Previous focus on the welding area before considering a plasma cutter
• Mention of advantages of a plasma cutter for building molds for Precious Plastic
• Suggestion of considering a cored wire welding machine for advantages in the metalworking area

Topic 3: Show & Tell

• Idea of doing a short show and tell of projects at the beginning
• problem: Acquisition of presenters -how to solve?
• Mitja: We should just try an open slot and if volunteers are there, let's go

Topic 4: Do-Something-Day

• We need organizers for the next do something day
• No key necessary, we will unlock you ;)