<\/p>\n Last year, community members from the Schantz Makerspace<\/a> got together over several weekends to build CNC machines based on a prototype by Wayne College student Ben Engle.\u00a0 What an incredible time they had.\u00a0 14 machines were built by talented makers that provided input, instruction, and experience on the overall assembly. This was a collaborative effort from all involved, which makes it a lot of fun.\u00a0 If you want to be involved with building a CNC machine this September, please contact Vic Schantz ASAP at v.schantz@schantzorgan.com<\/a><\/p>\n Since that workshop, Ben has not been keeping idle.\u00a0 He decided to start another project that will be a very strong gantry mill-type CNC machine. His goal is to mill aluminum and even metal on it. \u00a0Ben has access to a water jet where he works, leading to an all-metal design.\u00a0 The CNC will be driven by large, beefy stepper motors and perhaps a ballscrew or rack & pinion for the linear actuators. We can\u2019t wait to see Ben\u2019s progress!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n A while ago, a family visited the 3D Lab, a parent and three children.\u00a0 We always welcome visitors wanting to find out the wonderful possibilities in our Lab.\u00a0 The parent used the laser engraver to cut numbers and lettering from wood to be affixed on her house, while lab staff showed the kids how to laser engrave words and pictures onto water bottles & notepads (courtesy of P. Graham Dunn<\/a>), vinyl-cut decals (courtesy of the Orrville Area Boys and Girls Club<\/a>), and 3D printed toys (courtesy of the Romich Foundation<\/a>).\u00a0 The family had a blast and took home what they made, making lasting memories.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Earlier this year, the 3D Lab made a road trip to Hiland High School<\/a> to demonstrate 3D printing and discuss careers in engineering to Roche Harmon\u2019s students.\u00a0 They are involved in amazing woodworking and CAD designed projects, such as inlaid wood tables, CO2 racers, and other CAD designs.\u00a0 The students were interested in how 3D printers work and we discussed how it can be integrated into their existing projects. It was a wonderful time of qusetions and answers with Roche\u2019s class; Nathan and I were honored to be invited there!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 3D printing isn\u2019t just plastic and metal.\u00a0 How about a cheese 3D printer and a pizza printer?<\/p>\n http:\/\/hackaday.com\/2017\/03\/09\/3d-printing-gets-cheesy<\/a><\/p>\n https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=L_uDm0yjnN8<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Speaking of food, try building this instant cooler for soft drinks:<\/p>\n http:\/\/www.instructables.com\/id\/Instant-Drink-Cooler-Machine<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Mark your calendar for Saturday, May 19, 2018 for the 2nd Annual Wayne County Mini Maker Faire!\u00a0 The event is free to attend and participate.\u00a0 To be a maker at the faire, be sure to signup here<\/a>.\u00a0 We\u2019d love to have you there!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Until next week,<\/p>\n Tom<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Hello everyone, Even though it\u2019s the middle of summer, there is a regular flow of community members and students into the 3D Lab.\u00a0 Yesterday, several kids and their parent 3D printed Star Wars ships & fidget spinners, and a father & son 3D printed a custom phone case & vinyl decals.\u00a0 We never know who will stop by, but all are welcome. 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