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I have the opportunity to plan and build a new shop.
No, the budget is not unlimited. Therefore, I need to be selective in what I choose to do.
I have two summers to get it done. This summer is the build. Next summer is the move.
As I'm sketching out the new shop I'm wondering if I should consider inclusion of a SG?
Yes, I know ya can't have enough tools. But, I'm gonna need a serious list of reasons to justify the dedicated space and initial acquisition.
Thus far any SG I've needed to do has fit on the Pratt Whitney Tool Cutter Grinder, or I made it happen with a file, lapping plate, and a sore shoulder.
The kind of work I have been learning and anticipate doing is primarily machine rebuilds and one-off parts for the local farmers and small business.
No CNC here. Finding local shops to do one offs has been difficult. Likely because those customers often don't really know what they want.
Simple question: Why do I need a SG--
If so, then what size? Type?
Ideas?
Suggestions?
Controversies?
I feel comfortable asking what might be such an obvious question here at HM.
Thank you.
Daryl
MN
No, the budget is not unlimited. Therefore, I need to be selective in what I choose to do.
I have two summers to get it done. This summer is the build. Next summer is the move.
As I'm sketching out the new shop I'm wondering if I should consider inclusion of a SG?
Yes, I know ya can't have enough tools. But, I'm gonna need a serious list of reasons to justify the dedicated space and initial acquisition.
Thus far any SG I've needed to do has fit on the Pratt Whitney Tool Cutter Grinder, or I made it happen with a file, lapping plate, and a sore shoulder.
The kind of work I have been learning and anticipate doing is primarily machine rebuilds and one-off parts for the local farmers and small business.
No CNC here. Finding local shops to do one offs has been difficult. Likely because those customers often don't really know what they want.
Simple question: Why do I need a SG--
If so, then what size? Type?
Ideas?
Suggestions?
Controversies?
I feel comfortable asking what might be such an obvious question here at HM.
Thank you.
Daryl
MN
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