CLEAN SLATE: The Move (Part 1)

[@RyanPourcillie]

That rooftop building might be the perfect place to stick a large air compressor system and pipe the lines down the conduit that's in the ceiling.

[@LiftArcStudios]

That's a great idea actually, provided it's not haunted, full of bees, or leads to another dimension!

[@Mad-Duk_Machine_Werkes]

I rehabbed an old building in 2020 during lockdown, was built in 1979, had at LEAST 6-8 different colors of epoxy and floor paint - took it down to bare concrete with a floor polisher and a thing Called a Diamond-Brush I rented from Home Depot for CHEAP - worked MUCH better than the floor grinder with the carbide teeth I rented first. That thing did Nothing, the Dimabrush stripped it to flat, clean bright fresh new concrete in half a day! TRUST ME - while it's empty, GRIND & prep all your big lumps and f'ed up old concrete problems NOW - once you move in you'll never do it

[@RattlecanGuitarRestorations]

Need a fire pole from your rooftop office to the shop floor.

[@idbuythatfora4223]

This. I came to say the same thing.

[@theflyfishingnomad9641]

Don’t forget to add running air lines to your list.

[@crispymm12]

And cleaning out the air filter...

[@robert.brokaw3829]

I knew you would raid BDS storage area - just couldn't keep your hands away - LOL. Old buildings just have a mysterious aura about them - I just love that. Looks good so far. Stay safe.

[@budhrseh2001]

Since the floor is so bad, it may be worth identifying the high spots and renting a floor grinder to take them down a bit and smooth them out. You can buy self leveling floor material and poor in the lowest spots. It’s a concrete product, very strong. If you raise the lows, and lower the highs, you may end up with a half decent floor. The leveling material will also do a good job filling random holes. Just mix it up and pour it in, easy.

[@SimonElenor]

Steam came out of those pipes! High pressure steam. You will find compressors and water heaters inside. It was the building that controlled the valve system for the train brake tester.

[@LiftArcStudios]

That makes perfect sense! We're thinking that mystery room on the roof was either where all the boilers were housed or the control center for all the testing.

[@theatomproject007]

Make sure you TEST some LED lights before you buy a ton of them. It really sucks to watch KZbin videos of people who have dark banding in their videos from sync issues between camera frame rates and the refresh rate of the LED bulbs. Cheap LEDs are notorious for this and it would suck to spend a bunch of money only to have it negatively impact your videos.

[@coltonkruse2313]

Amen dude. Great advice.

[@WillSellari]

It’s an issue with all lights except tungsten but it has more to do with the camera’s shutter speed and adjust it accordingly to sync with your lights.

[@dill5500]

I could t watch that video if it did that

[@hornbaker]

With other lights it’s an issue if the electrical phases aren’t spaced out around an area. On camera, an entire section of the building can look dark because of sync between one phase and the camera scan rate. The phases need to be staggered around the building. LED flicker can also be an issue syncng with tool spindle speed, making it look like the tool isn’t turning.

[@scottspropertyservices6877]

You did mention you needed a beer sponsor, make it a rooftop bar & rebrand some beer that’s made at a local brewery. They will usually make up a custom batch if you’re buying enough. That way you’re not having to get into the full setup but you can get sneaky 🍺’s at lunch time haha. I see zero negative effects on productivity 😅

[@LiftArcStudios]

I second, third, and fourth this idea!

[@jefftroublefield1539]

The rooftop building would make sense to be for air compressors and power distribution for the building you’re in, that way you don’t use any floor space inside the work space(?)

[@grumpyoldman5368]

most certainly that was a mechanical penthouse. could have had boilers and/or air handlers. if it is well supported, compressors would be good there. if not they will rattle the whole roof and be very loud.

[@25zerotwo]

Started watching your videos when you moved into the current shop, and dispite never ever planning on doing it myself, really enjoyed watching the process. Look forward to this set of videos and the 2027 ones when you move again.. 🤣

[@jeffmcgrath2202]

It looks like the irregular concrete might be footings for machines like a punch press or trip hammer. Tay I’m glad I found you I used to watch Savage Dogs and enjoyed your work ethic and cool projects. You got yourself a new old fan!

[@LiftArcStudios]

Hey there Jeff! Thanks for sticking in there with us and all the kind words. Can't wait to show you the rest of what we're working on.

[@toddfrench8749]

What an epoxy resin based floor leveling. Might be what the floor needs. Not 100% sure on industrial settings but they work great on smaller shops. Just a thought.

[@LiftArcStudios]

We have about 15,000 square feet so that would be a ton of epoxy, not a bad idea at all though.

[@Dragonited]

​@LiftArcStudios You should at least grind down some of the worst high spots and then grind out the low spots and cracks (for better adherence) and fill them with suitable concrete material. Using a glass or syntetic fiber reinforcement could be a good idea to avoid it cracking to easy. You should also probably acid wash the floor and paint, or at least seal it properly, them too after that. Paint the walls as well while you are at it. It will do wonders for lighting if you have white or light gray floor and also make the floor easier to clean if you get some grease on it.

[@kenvanness2828]

I know there is nothing in this video about Hand held plasma cutters. I have been looking at all the different makes models and sizes. I am a hobby welder. I enjoy using electric to make fire and fuse metal together. I am in the market for a good quality Plasma cutter something that doesn't necessarily break the bank but will be a good unit to grow with and not need to be replaced in a few years. I weld allot of thinner gauge materials from 14 gauge to 1/4" seldom anything much more then that. I know most machines will cleanly cut up to approx 3/8. But I want a quality machine. Preferably Miller, Hypertherm or ??? of good quality. Thank you guys for your time and keep up the great work. Love the vids! Love the comradery in the shop! You guys do amazing work. Congrats on the new shop. Cannot wait to watch you guys move into the new space and fill it up with new man toys.

[@Blake-W8LB]

The rooftop room is likely an old mechanical room for a boiler or AHU for a chilled water system, Boiler condensate can be acidic too, that could be the cause of the eroded brick.

[@LiftArcStudios]

I knew someone would know how that happened, good eye sir!

[@eortman4209]

If your concrete has high and low spots you may want to have someone come in grind the high spots and fill the low spots! It helps level your floor and make it easier on your forklift! If you really want to go crazy paint the floor with a paint (White) it will be amazing for light.

[@a3aantjeh]

Honoured to witness my second Lift Arc Move! Can't wait to see the end result! Keep up the amazing work!

[@LiftArcStudios]

Well we're honored to have you on the journey with us!

[@budhrseh2001]

A note about lighting, when you plan the lighting try to get close to 75 lumens per square foot. That would be excellent work lighting and would probably do well for filming. If you want I could help you draw up a lighting plan to ensure you have good even light throughout the shop. I’ve set up several manufacturing facilities in my career.

[@Kawika88]

This is going to be the ‘Shop of Shop’!!!! Enjoying the process and transition.

[@LiftArcStudios]

Thanks for going on the ride with us!

[@oddfoxchassis786]

Not gonna lie, that old location / bldg had character. Interested to see this new space being built out. It’s great to see the business needs to expand though. Rock on..

[@LiftArcStudios]

We're going to miss the old space for sure, we just keep getting bigger jobs that need more space.

[@TBJK07Jeep]

My guess is there may have been a steam boiler up stairs & possibly that was the steam vent out the side that eventually ate away. Or it was some sort of steam vents.

[@miko007]

i definetely would consider resurfacing this floor completely. grinding it flat and put new leveling concrete on top, polish it and seal it.

[@LiftArcStudios]

It's a whole lot of floor for right now though, if you know anyone who wants to sponsor our floors send them our way!

[@sellis330]

Sad to see ya go, happy to see the business grow. That old shop had so much character.

[@LiftArcStudios]

Going to miss the old shop for sure but we had to figure out a place to keep the Magnivan!

[@adc604]

That top building probably housed steam boilers. My guess for them completely sealing it off is that it's full of asbestos (pipe insulation, fire proof panels on the walls, etc. etc.)... And it was easier and cheaper for them to just close it up rather than have to have it all abated. If you are going to try and get in there, I'd seriously consider talking to building owner/manager for more information and some old building plans to look at, or try and find some old employee that worked there who may know what lies within...

[@Sawmillingwithj1973]

hell yes that would be cool a bar on the roof top

[@LiftArcStudios]

Hell yes it will be! LIFT ARC AFTER DARK!

[@ShouldersMoondog549]

your Rooftop penthouse may have been used for Air compressor equipment for the downstairs manufacturing area. Especially with the pipes coming out the side and the brick washed out. With all that space you have an open pallet to do just about anything you want in there!! Looking forward to the transformation of the space!!

[@LiftArcStudios]

That makes perfect sense! We're just hoping it's not haunted or full of bees when we finally crack it open.

[@stevend3918]

Fun idea for the roof: Make it into a cozy work area/ rental space for parties. Frame the deck out, out some big windows in. Make it super open. Practical idea: Put some solar panels on the roof to supplement power, and you can run it all back to the house.

[@Dragonited]

That might need some serious check to make sure the roof will hold. It's amazing how much movement a group of people jumping in unison while they dance to the beat of music can make.

[@stevend3918]

@Dragonited That's valid. I had more company christmas parties or smaller parties in mind. I know some techy rich people who'd eat that up. I do think solar panels and making it like an employee lounge/ hangout areas the move.

[@jonsolomon4814]

Looks like Troy is going to be a enjoyable video!😂

[@ericwhite4373]

Wow, Black Dog Salvage, Have not heard that name in a minute. Hope they are all doing well, used to love watching those guys...Just found you, can't wait to see what you can do in your new space.

[@LiftArcStudios]

As you know, we're Black Dog family for life! Glad you found us and can't wait to show you more of what we're working on!

[@brianhall9019]

Tay if you do the rooftop office you’ve got to put a fireman’s pole in to get downstairs

[@LiftArcStudios]

Please believe that will have to happen

[@BKnight7z]

If you sand the concrete floor it’ll remove staining and help level and probs add some grip too

[@guygfm4243]

O I remember this type of job big and long but boy good to do. Now retired after 50 years of work. Love the videos

[@LiftArcStudios]

It certainly is as big job and I'm glad you can relate! Thanks for the kind words and checking out our videos!

[@dpgsm]

While the building is empty, resurface the floor before you move in

[@carloheinz6465]

Clean slate indeed! I find it exiting when people move their workspace. Learned a bit about it in 1993 during apprenticeship training. Part of trade theory. Had to write exhausting exams on the theories. But during later years became aware of how important the correct layout is to productivity. Wishing you best of luck in this exiting endeavour 👍

[@CompressedPlymouth]

120V and 240V. Been a long time since the standard was 110V and 220V in most areas. The switch was 75 years ago. Love the channel and have been watching the videos since the beginning of the swap in your current space. Looking forward to the new shop and the shape it will take. Product demos are also fun to watch. Good on the industry folks to come in and demo their products or outright send them to you for unbiased reviews. Green machines for the win? ;)

[@coltonkruse2313]

Oh shit I honestly wasn't expecting this so soon

[@LiftArcStudios]

Strike while the iron is hot!

[@jondavidmcnabb]

OMG Roof Top break room/speak easy!!!! Ultimate project

[@LiftArcStudios]

It's absolutely something we want to do... provided the space isn't full of bees and/or murder.

[@t0rnado695]

dont forget to paint all the walls white tey before you move stuff in :) lol

[@theflyfishingnomad9641]

Make that roof building into a living space. I own rentals and unique living spaces fascinate me.

[@branchandfoundry560]

Totally! Nobody will complain about the noise.

[@e.wells8260]

Modustrial Maker did an awesome roof top area on his building, for future reference.

[@frankconsidine5989]

Going to be awesome when it is done

[@LiftArcStudios]

Definitely working hard to get it that way!

[@Coker-Time]

You should epoxy the floors to make them brighter for filming and easier to clean. In not that paint the floors to keep from staining. Pressure wash the wall and repaint.

[@Berensmetalworks]

I bet that mystery building up to would bring a ton of new viewers if you did exclusive videos on it

[@LiftArcStudios]

Man, we hope so! We'll be doing one soon!

[@gorillaman08zx]

Check out hyper lights, my air compressors would go right in that upper room

[@someyoungguy6990]

You have already said the perfect name for the rooftop bar "The Speakeasy" Just like the well-hidden establishments of the day serving the finest homebrew liquor, The Speakeasy would have to be a home for local brewers to test their lates creations in the wild before release along with some fan favorites for the less adventures folk. With the industrial setting you already have it could make for the perfect 1900's look of a carved-out bar hidden from the cops. Even more so it you are able to recreate more of the cool entrance light for the site and some old vintage signs noting to patrons and police that "no alcohol is served on this site" as per state rules only dancing and soda is allowed on this premises, a few old Wanted signs for local bootleggers/brewers noting their last seen whereabouts and crimes like making yummy Ales, IPA's and Ciders. Yeah, this could be real fun!

[@Chipspalate]

It looks like someone did a burn out in there! 🤣

[@SnoDawg]

I think Hot Shot wash needs to upgrade their equipment just a bit. LOL Especially the water vac system.

[@LiftArcStudios]

They're such nice dudes though!

[@subxject]

Your new place looks massive. Fill it with wooden boxes and you've got the last scene from Raiders of the Lost Ark.

[@LiftArcStudios]

It is possible that that secret room up top might house the Ark!

[@MarcelEnglmaier_1]

Leveling epoxy for concrete floors is a thing. Not cheap in any large volumes but super worth it. My garage&basement got that treatment.

[@twmeigs]

High Bay LED lights will do the trick

[@LiftArcStudios]

Great minds my friend, we've put in about 20 so far!

[@mildredhensley4175]

I'm excited as much for this upgrade as I was when you started. Enjoyment to no end.

[@scubasteve3293]

Nice, looking forward to this shop build 👍🏼👍🏼

[@branchandfoundry560]

FWIW I installed a 2-gang box with two 20amp 120v receptacles and single-gang 30amp 240v receptacle at every drop in my shop, so I can plug in any small machine anywhere. Alternating 120 & 240v drops almost guarantees you'll be juuust out of reach for whatever you need to plug in. Welders & plasma of course, are their own dedicated circuits with 60amp or larger 240v drops. More is better--nobody's ever had too much juice!

[@ThCrunch]

Make sure you check for asbestos in any new areas you explore. Old brake pads were mostly asbestos 👍

[@LiftArcStudios]

Thankfully it's be a handful of other things and cleaned a number of times since it was an old brake testing site. But thanks for looking out!

[@ThCrunch]

@@LiftArcStudios take care and all the best for the new location. Stoked to see you growing

[@charliehcrew1957]

The roof top building would have housed steam boilers for heat and to run generators, the power grid was brought in latter and the rooms were just abanded as the access was too hard to put anything else up there.

[@justintasht1067]

This is going to be a very cool build really enjoyed your exiting shop sort tidy and build but this is going to be awesome 👍👍

[@Michaeljm84]

Excited for this process

[@paulblack1811]

Fabricate a spiral stair case and use the top building as the office!!!!

[@branchandfoundry560]

Except not a spiral. They're novel for kids, suck for adults.

[@LiftArcStudios]

We're thinking about doing a metal staircase up the side of the building.

[@rixtrix11]

Great deal on the new space. Isn't fire suppression reauired for code and insurance? Nice to have plenty of power at the structure. Will be interesting. Thanks for sharing!

[@LiftArcStudios]

I think (and I'm probably wrong) that certain kinds of concrete, brick, etc. are considered fire suppression if they're thick enough. Thanks for watching!

[@lesliesmith2586]

External conduit is probably code for industrial facilities. I was always told 3 phase is much better than single or double. More efficient. Ask your electrician.

[@5ivearrows]

Just weld tabs to the I beams to bolt walls to.

[@emmseapics3717]

I see a circular staircase up to an office space. Looks like a half reasonable view, then sub-let the gnd floor office ... oh except for toilet that is Cheers, MarkC from Oz

[@tbranscom1]

I would get an industial pain sprayer and some 5 gallon buckets of white paint and go to town on that place while its empty!

[@LiftArcStudios]

We've definitely been pricing floor paint!

[@seabreezecoffeeroasters7994]

Bit of a Guess but I think those pipes out of the upstairs room were Steam or Condensate lines and the Room would have housed Boilers and Steam Generators. Interesting to see if any of the plant is still in there when you crack it open :)

[@PatriotPainter]

Looks like the set of Reservoir Dogs.

[@LiftArcStudios]

That's why we call Spike Mr. Pink

[@davidelder1330]

What is behind the sliding door in your soon to be fab area where you are about to put power outlets? Before moving equipment in I would recommend putting leveling floor epoxy on the floor. Keep up the great job.

[@Coker-Time]

You should epoxy the floors to make them brighter for filming and easier to clean. In not that paint the floors to keep from staining.

[@LiftArcStudios]

We're definitely thinking about it, it's just a whole lot of square footage which means we'd need a whole lot of dollars to make it happen

[@wxdave5448]

Remember, if you’re coming from a 3-phase panel, it won’t be 220V, it will be 208V, even if single phase (i.e. only two legs). Most equipment will not care but some might and will draw more amps that if 220-240V were supplied.

[@Shadow6a]

A metal drop deck trailer will move a scissor lift too. You'll need a 2500 or 3500 to move it though.

[@jmonsted]

The roof building would seem like a good place to put noisy crap like the air compressor.

[@LiftArcStudios]

We thought of that for sure, there's also an adjacent storage room we're thinking about housing all the machine equipment in too.

[@Silverstray]

you should lay down a new level floor now that it's clean, after you demo the offices, pur out a new slef leveling floor make it nice

[@LiftArcStudios]

Not a bad idea at all! Just a whole lot of floor to level unfortunately

[@Shadow6a]

That's from water getting into the bricks and cracking them when it froze up. Repeat freeze and thaw cycles for who knows how long.

[@gettinbentfabrication9137]

Steam was coming out of them pipes to eat them bricks

[@LiftArcStudios]

I knew someone online would know!

[@mintymoore6054]

How exciting

[@wcmwfab935]

Buisness must be good. Good deal.

[@LiftArcStudios]

We've been really lucky both locally that we have good clients and online with viewers like you guys!

[@edwardseth1230]

Riverdale.. there is an Archie/Jughead comment coming up.. SOOON!!

[@LogicalNiko]

I'd just consider doing a self-leveling coat on the floor to just even it all out.

[@LiftArcStudios]

We'd need so much coating! I think the floor actually slopes towards the walls in order to drain off water to some drains that line the walls.

[@johnpope4464]

Steam ate the bricks

[@awspartan4417]

480 3phase ,can be transformed down to 220 3 phase ,a 3phase motors might have a alternative wiring for 480 3phase.

[@valenb4992]

from experience , i would put some epoxy on the main walk way to seal the floor and even paint the floor

[@brad9529]

Should buy a scissor lift, then sell it when you're done for the same amount.

[@LiftArcStudios]

We got super lucky, we rented one for a few days but then the Riverdale owners let us borrow their's to get the job done.

[@johnpope4464]

Shadows are a Faber an welders nightmare

[@qjc21]

Love that cap. Any for sale?

[@LiftArcStudios]

Sure do! Check our website out!

[@beauranheim8694]

I'm in for a visit to a rooftop bar/cafe.

[@LiftArcStudios]

Absolutely! We are too!

[@MrJLMan]

I know a guy that can smooth those floors out! John chitwood

[@kindnuguz]

The upper building on the roof technically should be HVAC? compressor and radiator for A/C? Few older buildings I know of have this on top, may or may not be the case but still. Also as many have pointed out with the floor, I can't help but to say grind it down Mad-Duk_Machine_Werkes saying Diamond Brush from Homedepot or maybe call and see how much that would be. Looking good though

[@LiftArcStudios]

Thanks for the kind words about the space! Stay tuned because we're going to be cracking open the mystery building up there soon!

[@pascalgaudreau1381]

Have you considered painting the walls?

[@LiftArcStudios]

Absolutely, it was actually an odd choice to paint a shop white but it is what it is. The old paint in the office was really great so we're going to be keeping that and sealing it to keep it's old beauty together. We're also thinking about doing some murals and top secret stuff in the future so stay tune!

[@scorpion2005765]

OPEN the ROOFTOP shack!!

[@LiftArcStudios]

Soon! We have to figure out what's in that room first!

[@scorpion2005765]

@@LiftArcStudios Probably full of old construction/remodel trash. Sealed in for decades!!🤣

[@ragingcheeze1791]

dammit im addicted

[@LiftArcStudios]

Hahaha well, we're glad to have you onboard!

[@MRBenchwork]

What's your plan for the old shop space? If you're going to rent or sell it, how much?

[@LiftArcStudios]

We're just leasing, not sure if Mike is going to sell it or rent it but we'll have a video up about it when he figures out what he wants to do with it. If you want to shoot us an email we can put you in touch with the owner.

[@DavidThornley]

I haven't seen any mention of the possibility of radioactive waste or asbestos/poisons in a boarded-up building of unknown purpose.

[@LiftArcStudios]

we can only hope it's a bunch of toxic barrels of zombies like in Return of the Living Dead

[@DavidThornley]

@@LiftArcStudios Or pepsi.

[@t23001]

Test the rooftop building for asbestos. If IR was testing brake materials there decades ago then you msy have an issue.

[@Kami8705]

If only you knew somebody that could weld some brackets to that I-beam to attach the walls to. The walls arent load bearing, so it would only need an angle bracket to hold them up really.

[@Tom_H]

Video 😘Music 😫

[@amunderdog]

Why not wash from top down?

[@CGT80]

Yes, do walls first. On sloped concrete, we wash bottom up so that the soap does not get rinsed away and we are not trying to wash an area with water in it. Then again, I worked for Hot Shot's, not Hot Shot. I used to wash LA Staples Center and Dodger Stadium as well as many jobs like that one and restaurants. We used pretty much the same equipment.

[@WillyBemis]

How many circuits for all of those outlets?

[@LiftArcStudios]

A lot! Our electrician just finished last week.

[@benthere801]

any thoughts about epoxying the floor before moving in?

[@cae2487]

I say you just zip tie the walls to the i beams then you dont have to worry about drilling half inch i beams lol

[@andrewlondon3461]

Ramsets can shoot through i-beams

[@EvilGenius.]

Maybe make a roof top apartment?