Making NEW Pins for a CAT 657 Scraper Tractor | Machining & Welding

We’re making new pins to go in an earthmoving machine! These are linkage pins for the queen post on a Caterpillar 657 Scraper Tractor. We show the step-by-step process of making the new pins. First, we start with all the lathe work and machining the induction hardened chrome rod. One of the pins also needs deep hole drilling and tapping for the grease holes before using the milling machine to drill through holes for the grease channel. Then we weld on the plates before installing the spacer rings. We finish up the job by stamping in the part numbers and painting the plates.
In this video we are using:
- Hafco TM-26120G Centre Lathe
- Hafco BM-63VE Milling machine
- WIA 500i Weldmatic welder
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[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

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[@Murphyslawfarm]

G'day Kurtis, Karen and Homey great video and I know I can't believe it is almost 2024

[@Tango2007Lacutus]

bloody brilliant well done on both the parts and the videography :D Also you can tell the heat is getting to our boi Kurtis lol

[@bostedtap8399]

Arc shots were absolutely brilliant, spray looked ace 👌

[@jamesmorgan6782]

Your camera shots are remarkable. Oh by the way Kurtis is the best at machining of anyone I have ever seen. Have a safe and great day from the States.

[@peternewman958]

Karen I gather this was done on a Sunday as Kurtis had his SUNDAY UNDIES on.😜😜

[@SinisterMD]

I've said it before and I'll say it again. Someone who's mastered their craft makes what's difficult look easy. Wish we had more craftsmen like you in the world. Australia is lucky to have you.

[@valuedhumanoid6574]

Yes, Curtis is good, but he's not a "rarity" like you make him out to be. There are thousands of machinist in Australia who can do everything you see Curtis doing just as well. You just don't see them. And this job he just showed you is not difficult at all. He makes it look "easy" because it pretty much is. At least on the scale of complexity. What sets Curtis apart is his drive and work ethics. He is fearless attempting large projects that many would balk at. Like tearing into his carry deck crane project. Many, including me, would have never attempted that. He doesn't take shortcuts or cheat. He does things right.

[@sjv6598]

@@valuedhumanoid6574 and there’s thousands upon thousands of folks out there stripping machinery down for fun too.

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[@eriklarson9137]

Do you think you were the first human to say that? You act like "you" saying it carries some type of weight. No one knows who you are.

[@richedwards-v2u]

Kurtis , the Greatest Australian ever . Vote now.

[@audible_]

Agreed

[@TheTirado2]

Oliver and kirtus are tied

[@E46miley]

I don’t work in your field but I’ve always been interested in these processes. I’m grateful for all the amazing and informative content you guys put out! Keep killing it!

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Cheers mate glad you enjoy the videos!

[@fuhrermk92]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering mentioned previously that the secret behind the success of this channel is the beautiful girl behind that camera and her amazing ability to edit videos. I also cannot forget your skill at work and your long experience, but there is also something else that is one of the reasons for your success, which is that you stopped using music and were content with the natural sound while speeding up the clip. I follow you every Friday. Keep it up. Best regards 🇴🇲🌹 🇦🇺

[@idavol]

​@fuhrermk92 no way. I'm here for Homeless! Lol

[@orangemonkeykiller]

​@@fuhrermk92 it's almost like it's ASMR

[@craigguinn5423]

When you swap chucks, what do you do to get the 3 jaw back in alignment?

[@rastenator]

Kurtis: it's not going on a spaceship. It does not need to be precise. Also Kurtis: delivering product like it might as well be installed on a spaceship. Love the skill and dedication.

[@dontcallmezoo]

Even on autopilot the product quality is great.

[@stephen2028]

I was thinking the same thing. Not for the space shuttle but the run out is negligible on his setup

[@pixel288]

If NASA needed to calibrate their spacecraft, they’d use these as the calibration tool.

[@markhesselgreaves]

I don’t think Kurtis would want anything but his own brand of perfection, he remains consistent and that gives him an edge. Can’t let standards go or pins don’t fit holes hydraulic pistons and barrels blow and he loses business as a result. He doesn’t even have to try to get it perfect because it’s his standard! He wouldn’t do it any other way.👍😎

[@terrminatoragain461]

Homey is quite the character 😂❤ Stunning work Kurtis and Karen, excellent craftsmanship and filming/editing

[@ricanderson5717]

Just like a small child, he has more fun with the packaging than the present inside. 😀

[@ToddDunning]

KZbin’s greatest husband and wife team

[@maryfaw5655]

Was a welder all my life.now I weld at my home shop and love watching you work.i am 65 now and can’t go like I used too

[@123scopee]

Still can't believe your at nearly a million subs mate, keep up your good work and both doing amazing videos 👍

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

hey mate we can't believe it either, our goal was 100K subs and now the 1M subs is in reach! Crazy shit

[@123scopee]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering it certainly is, from my point of view I think your success is your no bullshit approach. It is what it is and just get on with, oh and the fact you still can't follow scripts hahaha 🤣

[@derekkinsella2343]

Well said mate yep I truly believe they will get the million in no time and we'll surpass that even the engineers in the States are saying how great the channel is ,that's a big ting if you ask me ,

[@trevorvanbremen4718]

@@123scopee IMO, it's a 'whole team' effort that makes these CEE videos so captivating... Only problem is that they're addictive and I suffer withdrawl symptoms whenever the team takes a break.

[@crofty1209]

708k subs is not nearly a million hmmm

[@SiboBushings]

😄 Great job 👍 I’d like to compliment you on the filming of the welding process. They’re among the best I’ve seen on KZbin. Keep up the good work!

[@stuboyd1194]

Just gone 8 pm here in New Zealand and up pops a notification from you Aussies. Good to see another quality repair from the CEE team. :)

[@groosbro1]

2am in NYC... 😂

[@BorislavElenkov]

Greetings from Bulgaria because of the rope......

[@allthings2allmen]

Merry Christmas Curtis! Always enjoy watching your videos. My 80 yr old dad who just passed away on the 28th of November (from complications following a massive stroke) loved watching you too. He was a boiler code welder with Harrison Radiator Division of GM. We watched you every week since we discovered your channel! I'm missing him already, but I'm OK not shattered. Anyway happy holiday to y'all!😁

[@gsuberland]

Having watched a few hobbyists try to get through induction hardened stuff with ceramic inserts on their machines, it's always incredible to see you doing such massive cuts while bringing stuff down to dimension. I guess when time is money it really makes sense to get those super beefy inserts and run them hard for those bigboi chips!

[@TracyNorrell]

I'm a big fan of the side by side shots. Thank you for doing the extra work to make that happen for us!

[@markspeller5722]

Massive thanks to Karen, Kurtis and Homey for all the great content and video's over another year. Say hi to Karl when you see him in the pub 👍😂.

[@NormanBuchanan-f3k]

even when you're not shooting for perfection you attain it, that's what being a master craftsman is all about, Karen killin them video shots, and Homey just cracks me up, missed the birds in this video, have a fantastic holiday y'all including my fellow viewers.

[@derkaderka5910]

It’s enjoyable to see how far Karl has come with his pallet wrapping skills! And to see him stamping part numbers was fun as well!! 😂

[@TitoRigatoni]

Wow, those pins look smaller than I would think for the loads they carry

[@RodrigoM3llo]

That's what she said

[@badxxxmonkey5541]

We got it all this vid. Hardened, lathe, mill work, and welding. Mrs. And homeless. Lots of great work.

[@Horus9339]

It feels like yonks ago the lathe was running, bonza work once again guys. Thank you Karen and Kurtis. WOOF! for Homie.

[@martinmeasures829]

Karen you've nailed the welding footage, never before have I seen the actual detail of the welding, it's brilliant, thankyou.

[@MattysWorkshop]

Gday Kurtis and Karen, that was a good quick job and Cat don’t miss on the parts prices, the welding shots were on point to Karen, top job, have a great weekend mate, Cheers

[@thepagan5432]

Not many companies don't take advantage of their 'Spares' prices. I know the Managing Director of the firm I worked for was a greedy bar-steward. Hope you're feeling better today mate, regards as always 👍

[@buckburton7318]

I watch several machinists on you tube, the camera work on your channel is simply the best. And watching you at work is a pleasure, you are a true master of your art.

[@boogiewoogiebubbleboy2877]

Sweet job as usual Kurtis. If only companies like yours here in the UK were as attentive to detail as you are. Great part number stamp too.

[@jordanwilkinson1738]

Since watching your video's for over a year now. I have since taught myself to use a lathe 1960's colchester student and now purchased a tig welder to expand my knowledge on the world of engineering. Keep up the top work 💯 all the way from the United Kingdom 🇬🇧

[@archangel729]

Wow you sure are an artist with that welder could watch you weld all day long at normal speed . Getting your steel cut for you is just good business sense. Unless your big enough where you have a full-time person cutting parts for you . The Mrs is very talented when it comes to the shooting and editing much appreciation for the both of you for putting out such quality workmanship in your respective fields .

[@AdelinoGambiarras]

Great job I never get tired of watching your videos king regards to you all from London UK 🇬🇧

[@andrewmclaren1863]

Hey Guys - thanks for all the top quality content that you both produced over the past 12 month - incredibly interesting stuff and so entertaining to watch. Hope you both have a fantastic Xmas and New Year,.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Cheers Andrew we really appreciate your kind words and support, hope your Chrissy and New Year is a good one as well

[@187NorCal]

I'm just some truck driving clown from California who goofs around the shop in my spare time building and fixing stuff. A grinder and paint makes me the welder I aint 😂 that said you guys inspire me to learn and get better at the little I do know. Thanks much for the videos, cheers and beers from across the pond ❤

[@everestyeti]

Better than factory parts for a lot less, whats not to like for your clients. If you have someone who can cut the pieces you need for whatever size you need, as long as you trust them and you know they're going to supply what you need and when youneed it why not. As an addition to saving you time and therefore money, its supports the local engineering supply chain and like you say you don't have to worry about the waste. 👍

[@shopshop144]

"Just use your own words, but just make sure they're the right words"! Yep, there is more to this channel than just welding and Homeless. Thanks for the work you three put into these videos

[@maboscience35]

Greetings from Belgium 🙂... Another job well done by the CEE team and a satisfied customer. Kurtis you are right, performing cost calculation validating if something is worth own or not in a shop is important. Which you a great weekend (think somebody wants to do some holiday season shopping 🙂).

[@Charles-lane277]

I'm very impressed at how identical kurtis is capable of making parts...well done.

[@thepagan5432]

Interesting post, using brass with the pin definitely denotes the weak link. The forces on that pin must quite phenomenal. Good to see Homey getting into the Christmas spirit. I guess you guys don't put your presents under the tree anymore, if you have a tree. Our cats used to hide in the tree, and the dogs, do what dogs do under the tree. Sadly yesterday afternoon we had to take one of the dogs for the eternal sleep, due to stomach cancer. We rescued him, Snoop, from a Croatian kennel where fighting dogs were trained and they used young dogs as bait. Snoop was 8 weeks old when we got him and even at that age he was scarred from bites, blind in his left eye with stitches on eyelid. He was a talker, mostly moaning, a typical Victor Meldrew. Great post, and great cinematography, Karen. Great engineering content Kurtis, be safe and well 👍

[@sr20ser.]

They are engineered to fail that way.

[@rob3942]

Sorry about your dog mate ... gonya for rescuing him i`m sure he had a good life with you. Memories live

[@Ke0hwo]

Something satisfying about the white shrink wrap

[@andrewpowell6457]

Fantastic Kurtis, Karen's video shots fantastic, and Homey & the birds. Seasons greetings from Dad & myself in NZ.

[@freestyla101]

Thank you for finally explaining why you flip parts in the three jaw without any hesitation.

[@624Dudley]

I see what you mean! Those welding shots ARE outstanding. Oh, and the welds are pretty good too. 😄 Nice work, you two👍

[@ringo8875]

Good morning Cutting Edge Australia, greetings from Germany 🇩🇪.

[@Twronski]

An insomniac Canadian thanks you for your excellent content.

[@X19-x5f]

Everything I wanted to say has been said about Kurtis's Skill and Karen's camera work. I'm just commenting to ping the algorithm. Cheers guys and thanks for a great year of videos. Looking forward to more in 2024.

[@JohnH20111]

i’m absolutely impressed with the amount of precision and attention to detail that you put into this work and i would bet Dollars to Pesos that your business has not gotten any bad reviews or complaints from the customers because y’all seem like Straight Shooters and you don’t upcharge the price of the work being done y’all are doing an excellent, amazing, and very professional job, keep up the outstanding work !!!

[@graemetalbot01]

I fecking love the out takes at the end FAF. Use your words but the right ones PMSL.

[@MontanaCheeky]

Fantastic video as always guys. Hope you all had a great week.

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Hey mate thanks again for showing your support with a Super Thanks it's a huge encouragement for us we really appreciate it

[@MontanaCheeky]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering I appreciate the quality no bs content, such a great way to unwind on a friday.

[@蔡武訓-l1k]

文化文字的不同。讓我覺得就在月球上❤😂

[@danielstellmon5330]

It's really fun to read all the "I'm from country X" comments, you have a very international audience.

[@Hurtydwarf]

I feel like you're the closest thing these equipment companies can get to OEM without breaking the bank.

[@billsmith8739]

You are right in the way you get your materials and having your supplier cut out the items you need. Good looking job!!

[@mrv8788]

A smashing video, as always as an older person who worked in the building industry. It’s refreshing to see the younger generation of yourself being so clever. Keep up the good work very interesting. Work looking forward to it every time it comes out

[@denniss5512]

I always like seeing the back log of work you have int he shop. Nice to see a young guy making a go of it.

[@oldschool1993]

Just one more operation- when your drill breaks through to the center hole it usually leaves a small burr- that can come loose and be forced into the lubrication channel by the grease pressure. I would run the extension drill or a proper sized reamer down the hole to break that burr.

[@RobertRiquelmy]

The best camera and editing on utube, also interesting material. Thanks

[@anthonyseiver7000]

Love the "pop", puff of smoke and then the flow out the hole (when drilling the oil hole on the mill)....I had to check I hadn't put it to incognito mode but accident...

[@Stefan_Van_pellicom]

Today is my 60th birthday, and this is the best present I got all day! 👍

[@ВладимирИшков-г6б]

Всегда приятно наблюдать Вашу работу, Кёртис! Успехов в Новом Году!

[@willybeeish]

Yes - Karen, best filtered welding shots ever. Happy Christmas to you all from the UK. BB

[@jamesallen712]

interested in seeing these pins made. Would be good to see how they look when worn out. Nice job.

[@steveanderson4768]

Great video Kurtis it really goes to show for the little bit of drive. You can accomplish anything and natural talent. That’s the cool part.

[@tinman7551]

Watching Kurtis just go balls deep on dismantling the grader without any hesitation was incredibly inspirational. I seriously would freeze on the spot and bottle. So much respect for your skills and experience. Give all of my love and affection to Homeless, George and Karen. Not in that order though 😂🥰

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Haha, right?! Kurtis went straight in with that grader, no flinching! Your love for the trio is duly noted, Homeless, George, and Karen send their regards (also not in that order) 😜

[@sampsonsunny6298]

I just watch for the staffy ❤️

[@dcolb121]

Balls deep? Hmm...🙄

[@rc-daily]

​@@dcolb121 well what do you call it?!

[@Cent51]

​@@rc-dailymakes you a women then..

[@cavu826]

"Cop an absolute flogging." Gonna use that, thanks for the Aussie spin, mate!

[@craigsowers8456]

I realize you always address the "Young Guys" in your intro but know us "Old Guys" love your content as well. Retired from the World's largest Aerospace Company a couple of years ago and your videos help me in that "retirement process"; you won't really understand until it happens to you (if your lucky). So nice and relaxing to get a couple of cups of Joe and watch you work so many thanks. Happy Holidays to your and yours from the Riviera.

[@lockwoodheavy5000]

How you going guys is the introduction.

[@michaelmclachlan1650]

Kurtis is non-discriminatory regarding age: "How you goin' guys?"

[@Prezydentt-jc6hv]

you may not understand it, but your videos really help me fall asleep and calm down. I have been suffering from depression and insomnia for many years, and thanks to these videos I can forget about it, at least for a moment. Plus, you do this job so well that I would love to work with you someday and learn all of it. Perhaps I could even open my own company that would deal with this or similar things. Without further ado, thank you for what you do and may you never stop. all the best for you. Happy Christmas. Greetings from Poland

[@iamlexcda]

The variety of videos you give us is just amazing. I wait patiently but also impatiently for your videos. The camera shots are always great! Know you both you truly put your heart and soul into your videos. Again, thank you, and Merry Christmas to you both and your pup!

[@Jacob-40]

Hi kurtis We must not forget the heroine who depicts all this art special HI for her ❤

[@joseluisvaiksnoras7857]

Karen's laugh while Kurt swears is priceless!

[@killerkane1957]

Very professional. The only way.

[@alewis8765]

Fantastic, as always! I make custom parts for a completely different application in the US (banana measurements), and your videos have shown me better ways of machining my parts. Cheers, mate!

[@pendexwelding]

My dude, watching you weld is inspiring. No undercut just layin the bead like a tru professional. U make me want to be a better welder. 🧑‍🏭

[@Azguella]

Ooh having the material shop close to you is really good oh so the real reason to make the stamping easier is not really about the time but actually about Kurtis not putting the letters wrong way around

[@mateusznowicki9638]

Hey guys! Thanks for another cool video;) this time I think I can help you guys with something. Sometime ago I was working for a company that was making parts and toolings for electric machines, like wind and water turbines. One time we got a big job from GE, and we had a fuck ton of parts to mark. We found a solution and we bought a handheld battery-powered pin stamper. I don't remember the price exactly but I see it starts from around 5K Euro, bit pricey but I saves you the hustle ;) cheers guys, "see you" next Friday;) Edit: oh, i almost forgot - it's called FlyMarker ;)

[@michaelburgener3384]

Those welds on the pins were like butter.. I'm no expert but those are the smoothest welds I've ever seen even here on this channel

[@aaronmcclain1279]

Happy holidays yall .sure miss working in a machine shop . Thank you so much for the videos .

[@spoot]

Watching those ceramic inserts blasting out red hot swarf is so cool

[@Madmalssss]

I remember using something called "portable dot peen marker machine" to mark welded sub-assemblies for very large constructions projects a few years back, it basically has a carbide tip that is punching dozens of dots in line to draw characters you need. It required a plug (220V here in Europe) and an air compressor connection and you are good to go, the characters where clearly visible after hot galvanizing the whole assemblies. I'm guessing those machines aren't exactly cheap, but if you need something that can do a lot of marking of different components on the fly then it might be worth looking in to. The one we ran was made by Pannier i think, and the best thing was that you could save dozens of templates for quick selection if you have recurring codes.

[@stevejones9788]

Someone's making a big profit on the oem parts! You're customers are lucky to have a company like yours 😊 to fabricate these parts at around a 1/3rd of the cost

[@michaelmclachlan1650]

Guarantee the delivery time is considerably shorter too.

[@coolaga92]

как всегда, лайк не глядя и полчаса отличного видео)

[@steveanderson4768]

Hey Kurtis, another great video, I have to admit it’s not the most flashy job, but like you said three or four hours worth of work, a little bit of knowledge and save the customer a ton of money plus make it a good amount of money that’s a win-win for me Keep up the good work love the videos

[@michaelweatherhead9470]

Thanks for the video Kurtis great job on the pins for the scraper awesome work 👍❤️❤️👍. Take care of yourself and family and friends and Homey 🐕 and be Blessed. Have a great Christmas and a Blessed New Year..

[@jesscneal]

Man I love it when that big ass Rosebud comes out 🤩

[@weathertrainsrandomniss1083]

Great work on them pins! Look better then oem. Great work on filming and editing. Kinda dig that split screen of same operation from two views! My coolant pump is running low too but I don't want to fill it with the holiday coming it will get changed out in the new year. Keep up the great work. Cheers from Wisconsin!

[@zaphodbeeblebrox2911]

The split screen was really cool. As a lurker in the machining world it's great to see what's happening on both ends.

[@pagemastr954]

Watch you all the time as I am a retired machinist bringing back memories as I have done all you show here. Love your dog!

[@dennisfox2340]

If I may: You folks are a lot like a fine WinERY! Not only do you produce exemplary & high quality content each week, your presentation(s) are amazing. Kurtis you provide such an intuitive & knowledgeable, but most of all, PROFESSIONAL insight, and they improve with time! Truly impressive. Second, do any of your clients get to see what you do for them? I'm sure their Employees would appreciate seeing your work & effort as well. Just a thought...'cuz you're already conquering the World, a few more local Subs would be nice too, Huh? BTW, Karen we're all waiting for sure for some editing tips.

[@Marcus_Aurelius_1978]

It is crazy to think, that without these two pins, the tractor cannot function! Fantastic job, both of ya! And homeless!

[@mogthebricky5284]

Best channel on KZbin, great content. Have a merry Christmas guys 👍

[@martinu2725]

Loving the simultaneous multiple points of view Karen, classy videography.

[@kempy666999]

Thanks for the vid - countdown to xmas begins now 😁 (won't be here next Fri as will be driving ~900 Km across France at the time the vid drops). The accuracy you get from the 3 jaw chuck is impressive. With that much bar stick out it was pretty much bang on before you even started tapping it in 👍 Have a great holiday season. All the best, Paul

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Thanks for watching Paul! Glad you enjoyed the video as always. We understand about missing the next one - 900km across France sounds amazing! Enjoy the journey (and maybe catch the video later?) Wishing you a fantastic holiday season too! All the best from us 3 😁👍

[@kempy666999]

@@CuttingEdgeEngineering Guaranteed I will watch it later (with grandkids etc. ❤ ) 😁 Got an idea about some of its content 😂

[@ls2005019227]

Great job on both ends Kurtis & Karen! Thanks-

[@howzk4218]

Thank You so much. I absolutely love the range/age of the machines and Homey 💙 I have trouble sleeping, and it's a huge relief CEE pops up. One of the best production props to Karen we all actually learn something here and i really respect people that keep massive machines running. Signing off 1:55 am here in Arkansas

[@davidhall1779]

working in construction for more than 50 years and I never paid much attention to all the big yellow iron scraping and digging amd backfilling and compacting until I started watching your channel. now Im looking for leaky cylinders and scoring on rods and its not even my job. Im supposed to be inspecting the work not the equipment doing the work. Lol. cheers to another year gone by and Merry Christmas and Happy new year.

[@georgepeart9837]

Ditto

[@armandhammer9617]

I dont know if we'll get another video before next year so i will wish y'all a Merry Christmas now. Thanks for all the work both of you put into these vids for our viewing pleasure, and very informative too. Happy holidays and new year too i hope 2024 exceeds your expectations cheers from Arkansas U.S. 🍻 ✌️

[@TomokosEnterprize]

Kurtis and Karen, great to see you again. It is all snowy white up here and not too cold. Just -3C today. Kind of overcast but nice. Oh how many of pins like there I have made over the years. When you have 5 full logging shows to tend o they got to be a few ones I would keep in stock. 4140 case hardened just like these. I normally kept a 20 foot length of it in the abrasive wheel cutting rack. I was once inquired upon by our company comptroller if I knew how much the length cost I just said nope and then he asked if I cared and I said nope, LOL. In order to get him off my back I gave him a breakdown of what buying the same lengths was if purchased individually and he never enquired to me again, LOL. Oh how I miss that job. I never had the luxury of ceramic tooling to get under that hard casting so many a carbide met the trash can. Cross drilling with just regular high speed drills was another story for sure. Thanks a bunch for the walk down memory lane my FRIENDS. All the best to you both and yer banana loving pooch, LOL. Right down to the last moment is a perfect post my friends. That stamping thing is my best enemy. When stamping my silver I am renowned for poor stamping. Kind of a clame to fame eh. See you next week my dear FRIENDS.

[@Mues_Lee]

We use a laser for part numbers (small parts). But there are also number engraving tools which you can program, they work electrical or pneumatic. Maybe that is an option for you?

[@teeanahera8949]

I can see an exciting episode coming up with those methods you mention, can’t wait. It’s really interesting that with all the modern machinery punching codes onto steel with a hammer must be 500 years old and has barely changed.

[@heffatheanimal2200]

+1 for the laser engraver. On the rare occasion I need one in my woodshop I borrow my mates portable unit. And another mate is currently looking at the 20W Handheld laser from OzRobotics for his fab shop. A pricey option but worth it for him

[@sr20ser.]

@@heffatheanimal2200 Tell your friend to make sure he gets an actual fiber laser and not diode laser.

[@Mues_Lee]

@@teeanahera8949 The ones I know are handheld devices that punctuate the numbers with some sort of needle. You just enter your number or characters on a touchpad. Sorry my english is not so good, can't explain it better.

[@heffatheanimal2200]

@@sr20ser. Cheers! Yeah he had to explain that to me when we were talking about it. I had no idea about the difference and was sending him links to cheaper diode units I'd found 😆

[@G0m3rPy13]

Kurtis showing you spend the time getting your setup done right your time between jobs is less and your work comes out more accurate. Proof "Work smarter not harder" is the way to go.

[@petermckee1061]

Thanks to you both. Keenly await the Friday release! Amazing workmanship and brilliant camerawork/editing. What a team. Cheers from Sydney.

[@itsjustme9318]

Just LOVE your channel !!! Counting the days until the next episode about the crane which are my favourite ever!!!

[@derekkinsella2343]

Hi Kurtis just want to say a huge thanks to yous for another year of fantastic videos 💯👍, and as that other guy said nearly 1 million subs , and I can see yous will fly there and way ,way further, Even the guys in America are saying how great your channel is , I watch a lot of other engineering channels and hear them giving your channel a great review, that will just go to show how much we and all them appreciate what you do, Just amazing work , Thanks again guys and hope yous have a lovely Christmas 🎄 💯 ❤ from Derek in Ireland 🇮🇪 👌👍

[@CuttingEdgeEngineering]

Hey Derek, thanks a million for the kind words and all the support this year! Reaching nearly 1 million subscribers is absolutely mind-blowing, and it wouldn't be possible without viewers like you taking the time to tune in and share the channel with others. Hearing that the channel's getting love all the way across the pond in America and from other engineering channels makes it pretty bloody awesome. We hope your Christmas is a good one too mate!

[@derekkinsella2343]

No probs at all mate you truly deserve it 👍, yep all the way over the pond I'd say the same is true with the European guys but I don't understand threr languages 😅 even Adam Savage from mithbusters watches you all the time, and even Adam from Abom 79 has spoken about you,, that just goes to show how much they look up to you and your great work and content you put out. Adan said he was amazed by the chap from Australia named Kurtis and watches you all the time and has learnt a lot from you , that's just some proof your doing such a great job, like if there guy's are saying this about you it just goes to show your doing a fricking amazing job 👌 so we'll done kurtis you well deserve a path on the back and a few 🍻 thanks again for all the hard work you guy's put in to create this great channel for us , I do be like a little kid 😅 wanting for the next video you post to see what is the next project on the list 💯👍 and thanks again mate and hope yous have a lovely Christmas too 💯👍💙

[@DrewMarold]

A new CEE video is the best part of my Friday mornings. I don't how many different part numbers you need to stamp, but it might be worthwhile to make/buy fixed stamps for the most common ones, and then use the holder for the less frequent ones.

[@rolfjager3519]

Hoping for a Christmas Special🤞Keep on with your perfect content.

[@fredflickinger643]

The stamping reminds me of an old printing press setting up type setting! Time to progress as you said!

[@Macfly664]

Eres un crack en el mecanizado 🦾