I Renovated A 51 Year Old Woodworking Shop. Here's A Shop Tour.

[@craftedworkshop]

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[@nathanreed3302]

It's crazy to think it's been 3 years. It feels like you just moved in there a few months ago. ,👏🏻

[@craftedworkshop]

I know, time flies!

[@jeffreysmith5018]

This was my favorite type of series to follow - old building -> new shop 😊. Really enjoyed the entire series

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks a lot!

[@mikefresca2758]

Don’t mind me, just watching you live my dream for me. Awesome work, keep it going!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks, took a long time to get here but super happy to finally be where I am today!

[@denniscarreno5882]

I remember when you first move in and renovated the shop….well done…

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks a lot, it's been a ton of work!

[@denniscarreno5882]

@@craftedworkshop hope you’ll get more client to pay foe your renovations…..

[@nathanpegram2312]

I’m glad you’ve gotten so much done in a few years and it is done great quality things that will improve your work flow and life. Not too mention you’ve made your shop more valuable!

[@scooter9023]

Car painter here. Few things on the PPS cups. 1. Before attaching the gun to the cup, push up on the liner a little bit and then put the gun on. 2. When taking the gun off the cup, after the air is unhooked, pull the trigger for a few seconds to allow some air back into the cup. This will prevent an absolute mess of material coming out. 3. If you need to spray upside down, hold the gun upside down while pulling the trigger and it will remove all the air from the liner.

[@kytothejelley]

Anxiously waiting for an update after the hurricane... Hoping for the best.

[@rjnilmandir]

You and the Perkins guys are awesome. Y'alls videos are fun and informative.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks a lot!

[@lindacgrace2973]

Try "convention bridges." A convention bridge is a heavy synthetic rubber threshold that has room underneath for cords. Think of all the electrical cords running over concrete floors in convention halls when it's inhabited by a lot of small booths. Loose cords are a trip-and-fall waiting to happen. I have no idea where to source them - but the idea is sound. Instead of trying to hike up and over thick cables that roll and move, the robot eases up and over on a ramp up with a matching ramp down. You can even mill short pieces of ramp from 2x lumber, which will also work. Give the vacuum extra traction with outdoor traction strips. Best of luck!

[@craftedworkshop]

That's basically what I'm planning to do! I had bought something like you're talking about but it was too steep for the robot.

[@lindacgrace2973]

@@craftedworkshop I feel an ingenious DIY hack coming on! Can't wait to see what you dream up. Best of luck!

[@nicosand86]

For the cables in the CNC room, maybe cut out some slats in the floor and lay down some cable channels there. would keep the floor flat and free of cables for you and the robot to trip over, and you can easily remove them later for some deep cleaning.

[@joearchibald8498]

I know this building; used to be Lutz Cabinets back in late '90's early 2000's. There were one of the premier cabinet shops of the day. Congrats on the space. I'll have to stop by someday when I'm on that side of town.

[@joshuacarpenito6716]

Your tool collection is crazy, thanks for the tour! I’ve watched every shop video and it’s nice to see it nearly complete. Nice work Johnny!

[@austios]

Has it really been 3 years already? Man… time flies… I faithfully watched that whole build series

[@StudPack]

Looking good bud!! I have the same Nova drill press... luv it. That chain hoist/trolley combo is gonna save your back, great investment 👊👊

[@craftedworkshop]

I am super excited for the chain hoist, my back is already messed up enough! You guys need to make another trip out and come by the shop next time.

[@007KrausBean]

One of the BEST shops on YT and in general. Honestly, it is a dream shop for just about anyone. Such an amazing job. I watched every video of the build from purchase to "completion" and loved every one. I love how you have sections/stations for all sorts of things so you can handle just about any project that comes to mind or comes you way. Keep up the great work and great videos. Also, Probably the BEST woodworking shirt merch on the market. The Wu logo there is awesome!!!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks so much! I really appreciate it. I've tried to build a shop where I can build just about anything I want. Also glad you like the shirt!

[@jimclasquin]

I have thoroughly enjoyed ALL that you're doing and HOW you're doing it. To see the breadth of your skills and your drive to do everything to the best level is encouraging. I can appreciate the tension you're under to build out your shop while under pressure from all sides is noteworthy and appreciated. Well done, sir!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks a lot, that really means a lot! I put an insane amount of time into the planning of this shop build and am finally able to reap the fruits of my labor.

[@fearless144]

These videos are fantastic and amazing, plus i have been watching your videos for a few years now, i came your channel via your tiling video which was mind-blowing especially the way how you put everything together despite not having a degree in tiling is awesome. I really like your videos man plus their alot of fun as well as enjoyable to watch keep it up 👍🙌🗣️💯.

[@andrewpinson1268]

Great way to start a morning with a shop tour.

[@craftedworkshop]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@noahgalloway5214]

I drive past your workshop everyday brother. Cool to see where it started and where it is now

[@ltsky311]

you could cut a small channel into the concrete and put a pvc tube to run your cords, then cover over with concrete again. Then you can clean out the room and epoxy concrete the area for that extra clean smooth area for your blue collar rumba to go to work.

[@AlexKrippner]

4:10 I wish my “junk” included a glow forge lol

[@craftedworkshop]

lol probably shouldn't have included the Glowforge as junk 😂

[@saint-miscreant]

for the robo-vac and cables situation - if you don’t want the cables permanently above the ground (need to be stepped over) or snaked down from the ceiling, would some sort of fold-down ‘highway’ for the cables to sit atop whenever you want to vacuum work? similar to a counter pass through or fold-down wall table, going from the wall to the bottom shelf of your CNC table. this does require some slack in the cables and depending on how many cables you have it may not be super feasible, but it’s one option. the other thing that comes to mind is stick a pulley with a hook on it, lower it down to scoop up the cables so the vacuum can go under them. honestly though, the most no-moving option would be to build a super wide cord cover that’s basically a very gentle slope up and down… assuming the lil robot can handle slopes! (edit: based on what someone else suggested that was similar, this is called a convention bridge)

[@doubledarefan]

Another option is to cut a channel into the floor for each cable to lay in, so it is flush with the floor. This is also quite a bit more involved, but it will pay off muchly.

[@saint-miscreant]

@@doubledarefanif he’s cutting channels into the floor those channels are going to accumulate dust too, though :/

[@doubledarefan]

@@saint-miscreant Would not the robo-vac suck those clean? Else, put a thin strip of metal over the channel.

[@EarMaster55]

@@saint-miscreant You can cover these channels once the cables are in. Of course - with a CNC in the same room - it will still fill up over time, but you clean it once a year with a vacuum or leave it until you actually need to do something down there.

[@johnnyhimburg6652]

I started using the PPS system about 5yrs ago and love it. The only thing I would say you definitely need an air dryer on the air line. I live in Alabama and the humidity is tough for that system. Love the new shop and keep the videos coming please!

[@craftedworkshop]

Yup, I'll definitely be adding a filter/dryer. The system I'm installing is from RapidAir and it includes desiccant, which should hopefully take care of that. Thanks!

[@jmvanick]

@@craftedworkshop piston air compressors generate a lot of moisture (and heat), if you can swing it, you should look into a chiller style dryer... it'll cost you a bit, (and does use some energy), but your tools (and sprayed finishes) will thank you greatly.

[@miserytube]

Thin 50mm false floor around the outside of the cnc, and shallow ramp to the door Can run cables underneath and have a lip along the edge so it doesn’t fall into/ under the cnc Id also put the drawers under the cnc and surround the frame with walls 6:00

[@glenlongstreet7]

For my shop (teeny tiny) I purchased an outlet with two plugs, one for the tool and one for the vacuum cleaner. Turn on the table saw; the vacuum cleaner turns on and stays on for 7 seconds after the table saw is turned off. If I wanted to, I could plug in a multi strip for all of the tools on the bench, and the vacuum plugged into the other outlet. Got it from Amazon for about $30. Automatic Vacuum Switch

[@marksmith0209]

You should build a fold up 'leaf' to the outfeed table, that way it doesn't take up space when not in use, but can support longer pieces when ripping them

[@saint-miscreant]

for greater stability, he could put the leaf between the saw and the outfeed table, and add some sort of support on the saw end so the leaf is supported on both sides if nothing else, a fold up leaf would be a good interim fix if he wants to push back the new outfeed table project and do other stuff first

[@garethwatson7999]

I would kill to just work in a shop like that, let alone own one. You’ve clearly worked really hard and done really well, that’s a lovely shop and I aspire to work towards something similar one day.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks a lot! I am incredibly lucky to have a space like this and can't wait to make some really cool stuff in it.

[@bobbg9041]

Body shops use Down draft floors to pull the dust to the floor for finnish work but there is a new type of finnish that cures with ultraviolet light as the light passes over it. No chance of dirt getting on the finnish because as that dust falls the surface is dry and it won't stick. Only time will tell if it yellows with age but its supposed to be more durable .

[@laurencehebert4880]

Wait! What? Jaime Perkins got rid of some wood? 🤯🤣 Congrats on the shop Johnny! Can't wait to see what the future holds.

[@debby8428]

I thought I was hearing things! lol BTW we have the same last name!

[@craftedworkshop]

Hah I know! He's got a wood hoarding problem 😂

[@todddomke3063]

Have idea for RoboVac. Use masonary blade cut couple channels for your cords. Or, run some conduit closer to your machines. I really like your set up. You have a good vision of what you want. I also like the show because your relateable. Many of these videos the guys are in a diff league. Your journey and disapointments and successes seem more in line with the regular guy. Your just doing a better job of executing than some of us. And your shop is looking killer!

[@itsandrewalexander]

I can't believe its already been three years. it feels like just yesterday you moved into the shop BEFORE this one.

[@craftedworkshop]

No kidding, time flies!

[@dougw2112]

I love the 3m PPS system. I'll echo what the other person said about a dryer. Also make sure your hose is the proper diameter. I used the 1/2 hose and I was able to lay down nice finishes. I sprayed some SW Gallery series that worked really nice without any thinning, super nice system since you have a nice compressor setup.

[@davetay44]

Looking good dude! And another Perkins' collab on the cards, lets go!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks, and always love working with the Perkins dudes!

[@chrisjaustin88]

3 years already Sheesh?! I've been following you for too long

[@craftedworkshop]

Hah, time flies! I've been full time on KZbin for over 8 years at this point!

[@raystormont]

I would store wood vertically for my wood inventory as this will allow you to get more inventory in less square feet and allowing you to choose any item without having to unstack and re-stack and to check for best available stock in your inventory and make restocking/filling your space much easier. Ray

[@saint-miscreant]

Black Forest Woodworking Co. seems to do that, but they also have a massive warehouse-type space to make it possible. I think this shop ceilings are too low to accommodate many of those slabs standing up… unless he wants to cut a hole into his first-floor ceilings lol

[@raystormont]

@@saint-miscreant I agree, but still store what you can vertically so its accessible without un-stacking, I would be willing to bet that the bottom 1/3 of any stacked sheet wood storage does not get turned with any degree of regularity Ray

[@craftedworkshop]

I agree that vertical storage would make sense for storing a variety. My ceilings are only 9 1/2 feet so that is limiting.

[@raystormont]

@@craftedworkshop Put all stock and paneling less than 9.5' vertically and whatever is left store horizontally so you gain ease of access for most of your wood inventory, this improves your efficiency and verticle storage is far easier to access and construct verticle racks as the floor supports almost all the weight. Thanks for responding. Ray

[@CraftedWoodworksart]

awesome!congratulations

[@Shadowility]

Only a little bit into the video and already impressed!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@davidjanis1997]

Wow first time here. With 1+ million subscribers and he answered ALL of the comments!

[@kookiethebear]

Congrats on getting the shop mostly functional.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks! Feels good to have it functional!

[@morcL18]

Suggestion for cord coverage, there’s a product called cord conduit. You can get short or longer lengths and cut to your desired length, plus it’s not permanent in case you need to move machinery.

[@ravenheart1439]

Wow man, congratulations...it's any mans dream shop bro...just stumbled on ya, and I was like great another shop tour lol, really there's 100's of em...but glad I clicked it is cool to see a dream unfold...

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks and welcome!

[@slash1956]

I had a Top 20 Lamello Biscuit machine. I think they have now released it again as a Classic X. Lamello is a Swiss company that invented the biscuit joining system and I used mine for years for a multitude of projects. It never failed to work flawlessly for me.

[@canadiangemstones7636]

Biscuits... 😂😂😂

[@SmallProjectCentral]

Can't wait to see that new miter station and outfeed table!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks, they should be coming pretty soon!

[@DustyKorpse]

Beautiful workshop, lot’s of toys 😁

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@CMDR_Biceps]

For the robo-vac, since CNC is permanent, you could cut a shallow channel in the concrete. Put cable in there and a cover over top the channel

[@craftedworkshop]

That could definitely work!

[@forestbirdoriginals4917]

You’d probably have to 3d print a box to go from this to a female power receptacle or cut the cord end of the lamello and 3d print a shroud Festool part number 490282 OR 489742 I can’t post url without them being stripped, but there is a made up part on printables for this already.

[@craftedworkshop]

I have seen that and might give it a shot! I'm considering just installing the socket directly into the Lamello without a whip.

[@forestbirdoriginals4917]

@@craftedworkshop so long as it’s protected with heat shrink or something to support it moving/pulling; I think you’d be good

[@marknelson4615]

I am deeply envious of your setup.

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@onsapplikasies8620]

Congrats

[@aRndBelgianGuy]

Wood Work is Forever.

[@craftedworkshop]

Wood Work is for the children!

[@aRndBelgianGuy]

@@craftedworkshop Absolutely, but watch their fingers !

[@stuartgibson1896]

Idea for power cords but it’s probably the most expensive and most work. Cut the floor, remove concrete, dig out and place over sized conduit in the floor to nearest wall. Replace concrete. Or just run all electric cords up and run across the ceiling. Just ideas

[@1kontrabida]

You need to build something like the LEVRACK system it'll save u space and will have easy access as well.

[@KnottenWood]

Regarding the outfeed table… maybe slide thaw table away from the saw and then add a deeper top on it that goes back to meet the saw and nothing will fall through. Then you can add drawers in the cavity that’s already there? Just a thought. Also, will you be painting the outside of your shop? You’ve spent all of this making incredible upgrades on the inside. The outside could use some love as well.

[@craftedworkshop]

I kind of like that the outside of the shop looks terrible as it keeps random people from snooping when I'm away. We'll see, hah. I could def repurpose the current table but I'd rather just making something even better!

[@mojorisen40]

It’s been a lot of fun watching you renovate that shop over the last few years. For the table saw out-feed table; have you considered another table saw? I’ve seen some guys set-up self opposing table saws, dedicating one to dado blades. I only bring it up because I’m considering it myself.

[@royunderwood7514]

Looking good

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks 👍

[@christurnerrr]

Cool Dawes poster

[@JonathanRansom]

Calls the Glowforge on the shelf junk. Nice! Haha

[@danieldurkton2942]

Awesome!! Looks Great. Hey, maybe one of these days can you do a review /video on your Voyager Drill Press . I’m really thinking about buying one. I would like your thoughts on it. Pros and cons. Thanks have a great week.😎

[@jacobalderman105]

Awesome

[@Braddy_Daddy]

Shop looks great!

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks!

[@bobbg9041]

It would be nice to use the hoist To move 4x8 sheets onto the cnc router table. And to the track saw table or a panel saw.

[@kenpaige990]

for your cords I would grind a groove in the concrete for the cords to sit in. can easily be patched if not needed later

[@sapelesteve]

Fantastic shop setup CW! 👍👍🔨🔨

[@craftedworkshop]

Thanks Steve!

[@raystormont]

You have two compressors so inter-connect the tanks it will increase what you can do as now you have 160 gals. of compressed air on hand which lets you run at a higher vol. for longer periods before the compressor cannot keep up or set second compressor to come online 5-10 PSI lower stageing the compressors and doubling your capacity. Secondly filter compressed air and if you can afford it a chiller/dryer to remove the moisture and oil from the comperssed air. Clean dry air will make every piece of pneumatic equipment you have happy and last longer. Dry clean air is especially important/needed for paint spray applications and will make your finishes better immediately and reduce the time spent buffing/sanding your finishes. Spend money on your guns this is the short-cut to becomming compentent at spray painting and applying finishes, good painters can produce/achieve quality outcomes with lessor paint guns. People learning will benefit immediately by using high end expensive guns which will pay for themselves quickly in reduced time and higher quality outcomes. Always filter any paint or finish before filling the gun, clogs are a pain and will surely happen without filtering. Ray Stormont

[@craftedworkshop]

Any recommendations on the best way to inter-connect the tanks? I want to do this but it doesn't seem as straightforward as I imagined.

[@torwel24]

Everything is really nice, except the Floor!? Are you going to upgrade it in the Future? Skimcoat with Concrete or Epoxy?

[@westonswanson3962]

We all want to watch the upgraded upstairs. So. Let’s get after it.

[@craftedworkshop]

Just need $30k to get it insulated 🤯

[@jeremycondon3692]

Do you have a video where you detailed the shelves using the Fastcap Speed braces? I just picked up a bunch and am planning a similar setup but would like to see what others have done. Spacing and whether or not you put a fixed shelf on top of the brackets would be helpful.

[@alexrottier9396]

Hey mate, re the power connection to the festool vac... a company called Neutrik make true1 connectors which are a twist lock style thing. Used a lot in the pro audio and lighting world. You might have to swap everything over to that style though but they are easy enough to retrofit

[@craftedworkshop]

Good tip! I could probably make some short whips for the Festool tools too.

[@bbg-designs8364]

put all of the cables into a "channel and make a very steep wedge(?) and fill it out so it moves over the channel

[@sabinemitkus1722]

only thing i can imagine to help with the wire situation with the robovac is 3d printing some covers/ramps or elevating them if it's not an area you walk through often

[@rodpotts2666]

maybe add a 1 inch tall platform around the sides of cnc with small ramp on the ends.

[@A2ZGeek]

Looks up vacuum, immediately shuts down computer! $1500 for the base model for a beefy rumba is wild!

[@stuartyoung9504]

So why don't you turn out feed table round so it's longer and your wood will not tip that's what would do

[@craftedworkshop]

I don't want to have to move it around ideally, just another thing to do that eats into efficiency.

[@davem4256]

Great shop renovation! You guys did a fantastic job. I'm not sure but it looked to me as though your CM hoist is hung upside down. The fixed hook should attach to the trolley and the traveling hook should be attached to the load.

[@craftedworkshop]

You can attach it in either direction according to the instructions. Easier to film with it closer to my head, hah!

[@davem4256]

@@craftedworkshop I get that it was more visible in the video. In my experience in the construction trades it's easier to rig the load without having the hoist part in the way, just sayin!

[@glenlongstreet7]

Yes, they probably were already installed to prevent the compressor from losing pressure. you probably have them on your compressors.

[@ivanmurillo3962]

Awesome shop!!! I’ve following your channel for quite some time. Saw that you posted your garage sale and meet and great. I will be in the Asheville area the first week of October. I was curious if it would be possible just to drive by and say hello. Totally up to you and don’t feel like you have to say yes. I 100% would understand if you’re busy or whatever. Just a fan throwing it out there

[@derrickbrawley3145]

Couldn't you build mini boxes around the cords for the robot vacuum so it engages the bumpers and redirects? Or if you could route them in one area and make that a non- vacuum area on your map? Then just use a compressed air line to blow that area clean to another part of the cnc room and run the vac in those areas?

[@mariushegli]

I have nothing to say really, but I appreciate your content, and wish to help with the yt-algorithms.

[@davidstewart3797]

To fix the outfeed table issue with your table saw, can you rotate the outfeed table as a temporary fix?

[@pyroslev]

By absolute coincidence, we'll be up in Asheville that weekend of the garage sale. Gotta figure out how to work a stop there into our plans maybe. Shop looks good. My only concern is in the spray booth, how long that Mini Split HVAC system will last depending on chemicals and such.

[@craftedworkshop]

That's awesome, hope to see you then!

[@mkckf4l]

Amazing shop! I think the hoist is upside down. the hook should clip on the beam carriage and be "fixed" the chain and hook should be the only thing going up and down not the whole unit like it did in your video.

[@iamspeare]

I remember you complaining about the drop ceiling in your garage shop so many years ago, what made you choose to use it again here?

[@craftedworkshop]

It really just made the most sense for this space. The joists were far from flat and weren't even on layout, so something like drywall or plywood would have been a nightmare. It's also really nice to have the option to easily run electrical for future tool additions.

[@TheSundayParty1]

Genuine Question, But outside of KZbin, what do you use the shop for? Are you a freelance carpenter? or specialize in a certain skill like cabinetry? If this is all for KZbin then hats off, I just don't see anything other than plans on your website so I wasn't sure. This is gorgeous and massive shop for a hobbyist its a true professional space so I was just curious what the business split if any is!

[@username14219]

He's mentioned before where he wants to use the place to teach classes and I'm sure there's other things that he'll use the space for.

[@craftedworkshop]

KZbin is my main source of income but I definitely plan to expand my client work now that the shop is put together. I've basically been acting as my own contractor while renovating the shop, so I haven't been able to do much woodworking.

[@richdbolduc]

When we come out for the upgrade kit for that drill press I'll see about getting one to you for testing and feedback purposes ;)

[@craftedworkshop]

That sounds great! What will the upgrade entail?

[@richdbolduc]

@@craftedworkshop New HMI with touch screen and much better display

[@TNRonin]

I've been following this for a while excellent build. That is so nice! Reference to the outfeed table, don't get me wrong I like new stuff too, but couldn't you just move the table out a little bit to make up for that distance on the balance? But I know it's nice to have new stuff and makes for a good project. Which brings us back to view it. Nonetheless excellent excellent excellent build on this video.

[@craftedworkshop]

I could definitely repurpose the current one but it's honestly not worth the trouble when I can start from scratch and build something that'll last for years. I'll probably repurpose the current table elsewhere in the shop and could even use it as a MFT style table since it has dog holes.

[@TNRonin]

@@craftedworkshop understood. Also I ordered the bench that you showed. It'll really help since I'm disabled and I can lower and raise it as needed. Didn't get the table portion as I've already got that I'll just trim it down just a little bit. Thanks for the good videos!

[@featherorknot]

And of course I'm in Asheville two weeks before your event 😂

[@craftedworkshop]

Dang!

[@GeorgeGraves]

Cute earrings.

[@generelspaz]

Do you ever build anything for the Perkins Brothers builds?

[@JoshReedSchramm]

F-150 Lightning gang. I think John Malecki has one too.

[@craftedworkshop]

Yup! Great truck

[@bc.cadguy6048]

Harvey just redid their big dust extractor. maybe a future upgrade?

[@craftedworkshop]

Perhaps!

[@raytalbot5890]

Maybe get a loft system over the compressor corner?? Take a look at Taylor Ray he has built 2 in his car shop 🇬🇧🇬🇧👍👍

[@craftedworkshop]

I'll check that out! The ceiling is only 10 feet tall but I would probably have room.

[@skillstacking]

First time I hear someone say they love that truck.

[@whitey211]

I also love my lightning.

[@skillstacking]

You: alright guys, it has been three years …. Me: 3 YEARS!? Time flys son

[@kenclark9825]

Enjoyed your current video on your new shop. I noticed you don't have the Oneida Dust Cobra anywhere. Maybe it is too small for your shop? Thanks! d

[@craftedworkshop]

I sold that years ago when I upgraded to my first Clearvue machine. The Dust Cobra was great but a little undersized for running permanent ductwork.

[@kenclark9825]

@@craftedworkshop Thanks! Your new shop looks great!!

[@ArandomNutter]

What are you using for drying your filament?

[@craftedworkshop]

The model I have is discontinued but it's basically a repurposed food dehydrator. Works great!

[@Backroom_Archives]

Love it, qre you gonna do anything to the floor though? It looks a bit rough in comparison with the rest of the shop

[@craftedworkshop]

I'm not really sure what my options are. There's no vapor barrier below the slab so epoxy isn't really an option. I could paint it I guess but I'm thinking rubber mats might be the best choice.

[@tatersaladfpv1033]

What kind of things do you typically 3D print?

[@craftedworkshop]

I've printed a ton of tool/battery holders for the shop and of course all that Gridfinity, plus I'm always finding little niche things I can create prints for when assembling stuff. Still working on my Fusion modeling but expect more printing in the future.

[@glenlongstreet7]

I set up two large compressors in a 'Master/Slave' configuration. This means one compressor, usually the smaller one, is set to be the Master. If you set the 'on' setpoint for the Master compressor at maybe 100 psi, the system turns on at 100 psi. The other Slave compressor does not turn on. If the demand on the Master compressor results in system pressure dropping to 90 psi, the Slave compressor turns on. If you set the 'off' setpoint for the Slave compressor to 120 psi, it will recharge the system to 120 psi and the Slave compressor will shut off. The Master Compressor stays on, it will shut off at 100 psi. This can save wear and tear on the Slave compressor the bigger compressor. Recap - The Master' turns on at 100 psi and turns off at 110 psi. The Slave turns on at 90 psi and shuts off at 120 psi. These numbers represent the needs of a 50-person crew using pneumatic tools all day long and occasionally spraying paint for several hours at a time. For your shop this might be over kill, because it is just you. The air distribution system resembled a figure 8 with both compressors connected to it and lots of places to plug in. But it is a simple fix that costs no money, and it keeps one compressor as a spare (perhaps the better unit). We had these compressors in an almost soundproof room with ventilation from the outside.

[@craftedworkshop]

I have definitely considering plumbing them both up together and doing something similar. Did you add any kind of check valve to keep pressure from pushing back into one of the compressors when it's off?

[@canadiangemstones7636]

Glen, you a southern boy by any chance?

[@glenlongstreet7]

Nope, a D Yankee. Born and raised by wolves in Massachusetts, Served in the Military, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, and Connecticut. After my discharge I moved to Virginia, back to Connecticut, then to the Bahamas, back to Massachusetts, and now I am in Washington State. Spent some time in Spain and under the Med. So, I have been just about everywhere. I hope you didn't mind my reference to Master Slave. I was trained as an Instrumentation, Protection, and Controls Technician. Hence, my reference to Master/Slave protocol.

[@ArmchairGuru]

Not much you can do with the cords, maybe cut a channel in the floor for the cable to lay in, or make them longer and run overhead

[@TheSalPic]

2:01 had not noticed 😂

[@craftedworkshop]

Hah!