How To Master The ART of Machining Plastics

[@DanielRivera-ph9ee]

Hello everyone, my name is Daniel and I follow you from Mexico. I am completely grateful to this industry for everything it has given me, this industry has taught me many things, from the technical (every day we can learn something new) as well as life itself. This industry taught me that you always have to take care of the details (such as the notes on the drawings).It taught me that nothing is "big" or "small" it is simply within or out of tolerance (as in the society). It also taught me that sometimes you are going to make mistakes and that it is part of the job (as in football matches you don't always win) but you always have a second chance to improve and give your best. It has also taught me how to solve problems and that is the biggest lesson. My job has taken me too meet people from all over the world, so the need to communicate is bigger every time. That is why I am currently taking English classes so I apologize to everyone if it has been difficult to read me. I think the dllrs building is 4.570in tall

[@marktatara9545]

Manufacturing has changed my life in ways I couldn’t even imagine. Over ten years ago I was fighting addiction that I never thought was possible. It ruled my life. I got a job in manufacturing and found something to focus my life on. Something important. I slowly worked my way up to run the shop. In the meantime I also bought a mill working in my dads garage and gaining customers. This helped me break the confines of addiction because I had something I loved and look forward to. I always enjoyed art and creating things. This filled the void I had. This shop got bought out last year and I lost my job, but it was a blessing in disguise. I decided to take my hobby machine shop on full time because I had gained enough customers over the last five years. 9 months ago I bought two new machines and it is going awesome! If you would have asked me 12 years ago that I would have owned all these expensive machines and would have a beautiful family I support I would have called you crazy. I couldn’t even take care of myself. God has blessed me in so many ways. Manufacturing can transform you if you are the creative type, embrace it! Love you guys! As for the guess on the stack. I’m going to guess 4.3116. I have no idea 🤷‍♂️. Hopefully my eye is calibrated lol.

[@drewonu1]

Good job Sir. Transforming yourself can do wonderous things.

[@robertprice2108]

Man great story an so glad you changed your life. I have lost 2 older brothers to addiction and know how hard it must have been. Keep up the good work. Stay safe an God bless

[@Gee2316]

@Mark Tatara man this is my exact same story except I don't have my own mill yet but some day I will! Good job bro and keep it up!!

[@saschafunk1644]

In 2012 I started in prototype manufacturing. Before doing this job, I was working in a brewery and sorted bottles by hand. Later a robot did my job and so I was out of work for a while. My father helped me to find a new job in the foundry he worked for many years. I learned step by step the casting process. The company owner was looking for machinists to operate the new machinery he bought to expand the production capacity. I signed up for a training course and had 6 month of lessons at the vocational academy by full salery. Now 5 years later I operate a lathe and a five axis mill. The company grows and grows. Every day new parts out of different materials. Every day new challenges. I have only one try, because each piece is an prototype. Big thanks to my father for changing my live. The stack of money I think is 175.215 mm in height. Greetings from Germany. Best wishes to Titan and his team.

[@dwillpickle]

Titan I have been machining for 20 years. It's a constant learning experience. Giving some great advise on plastics. They definitely have there own challenges. Keep spreading that knowledge.

[@DS-iq1lz]

I build ariaplane parts for 16 years at Weber Metals my daughter Sofia has changed my life she is 10 turning 11 in September. Your content has helped me with tips to improved my efficiency at work.

[@HenkielCube]

hi Titan. I work in a company that produces bearings and deals with the improvement of production, because of that I was able to buy my own apartment at the age of 21. i love cnc and one day i will start my own company. Boom I think it is gonna be 4,497 inch tall

[@Andyhoots]

4.4362 should be about the correct thickness! I’m 35yrs old. I grew up in the manufacturing industry with my grandpa and father being small business owners in the manufacturing and remanufacturing business. I have lived thru the ups and downs as a kid growing up with parents running a small business in the manufacturing industry. Last year I started my own manufacturing business. I just purchased my first cnc a few months back as well as taking the academy. I have used manual mills for the last few years. I started a gunsmithing business here in Tennessee. I’m excited for the future. I love metal working, designing, and making new parts. The cnc mill will be a great help for my first business. 4.4362 thickness!

[@s.gregor7444]

Hi Titan, my name is Shannon Gregor from Chicago, IL & it’s my 11th year working in manufacturing! My father started me in the metrology industry and I have since moved on after 10 years to CNC! Manufacturing allowed me to support myself and my son right out of high school. I was a teen mom and had no degree. Now, I got my Bachelors and am thriving in the industry! Thank you for this opportunity, from a leader like yourself! I’d have to say 4.380” is my guess!

[@owensahli6667]

I grew up with my father who is now one of the shop leads for mid valley industries here in kaukauna wisconsin. As a little kid I always wanted to be just like him. I toured the shop many years ago and it blew my mind with all the machines and I thought to myself, I want to be a cnc machinist and work here some day. I watched my dad struggle in this industry from job to job and then climb to the top of this company to become a very valuable cnc machinist for them. Im 17 years old working for eagle performance plastics as a youth apprenticeship student operating a haas vf4 doing set ups and running orders. My goal is to be a cnc machinist/programmer for mid valley industries and work at my dream shop with my father. I plan to further my education at fox valley technical college coming up here in june to gain more knowledge in the industry. I love this trade because there are so many things in this world that are involved with machining, and I want to be a part of it. I am a senior in my final year of high school motivated to pursue my career and work with my dad to help build mid valley industries. I watch your videos to learn new things and it’s helped me gain more knowledge in manufacturing. I think the stack is 4.3983 inches thick

[@dmartin8668]

I am a 4th generation machinist who has been machining for over 20 years now. My grandfather started his own company back in 1975. After working for Gray Tool Company, he decided he wanted to start his own company. One where we treat our employees like family and not just another number. The first six months he was working two jobs, so during the day he would have my grandmother rough in parts and he would come home and finish them. By 1978 all four of his sons were in the shop learning the trade. In the 1980’s during the oil crash things got bad, but our family pushed through and survived. In the mid-90’s my father and uncle took over the business. Around 2000 my dad let me run my first machine! It was a 1954 Hole Wizard drill press that we still have today. I got to drill (12x) 1-3/8” holes into flanges. By 2005 I was running our big CNC mill. It was a Doosan Puma V-60 prototype. It had 45hp Cat50 spindle, and boy that baby could hog in its day! After years of learning the CNC machines, I got my chance to get into the programming room. I was so excited that I finally had the ability and the power to build programs to push these machines to places we had never taken them! Since then, we have advanced our shop with major upgrades like 1000psi machines, CNC saws, de-vibe bars, all sorts of modern cutting tools, and even a shop system that helps us control the jobs from Estimating to final shipping. It has been a wild ride, but I have made a lot of family over the years. The only thing that hurts is the way the economy is head. My hope is that we can survive through this time. We are down to 7 employees now, but we are still have positive months rolling in. I’m very thankful to you guys and what you do. I hope you inspire a new generation of machinist through your channel! Guess: 5.0525” or 128.335MM

[@avtarmandaher6828]

I'm a recently graduated Integrated Engineer with a robotics startup and a lot of our stuff is currently 3D printed but we have started transitioning to CNC machining structural components and your videos have been a great help! I'm guessing 5.6122 inches.

[@culvainstrang3283]

The CNC world has changed my life tremendously. Moved to north Alabama 7 years ago and went from manual lathes and mills to CNC 3,4 & 5 axis. I was also introduced to aerospace. Nothing better than machining parts to go on rockets and satellites to help better the world. Thanks for all of the educational videos. 4.325in thick

[@travistucker7317]

Great area

[@jamisonstout9490]

Hey Titan!! I started watching this channel when I started working at a local machine shop on July 5th of last year. It was the start of a whole new world that I new very little about. I was always intrigued by CNC and seeing the final result of what people can do. I was on a machine for just a few weeks learning then got moved to the saw/material department to learn that side of the process. In the meantime, I helped transition the department to a new storage system and clearing out over 200+ jobs. It has been a great learning experience while also creating a whole new perspective for me. I learned yesterday that I will be going back to the machine as I did really good in my previous department. It excites me because I really enjoy running a machine and take what seems to be a simple piece of material, and turning it into something spectacular. Also, my first child will be here June 3, and this opportunity will help me provide everything I need for him and my wife. Your channel has been an amazing place to learn and I truly appreciate what you guys do for the community. Now, my guess on the thickness is 4.4693”

[@TITANSofCNC]

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[@jamisonstout9490]

@@TITANSofCNC You're joking! Thank you so much I can not believe it!

[@jamisonstout9490]

@@TITANSofCNC Also, may I ask how close I was to the measurement?

[@unaffected_covid]

Congrats and welcome to the world of CNC.

[@alextreseder6274]

Im a 19 year old engineering student and your channel has changed my life by getting me into manufacturing. I’ve watched the majority of your videos since I subscribed to you when i was just 15 when I saw your titanium footpeg video. I now work at a machine shop doing inspection, and I run a tormach at a makerspace in my free time. Im working on machining a prototype pistonless engine and just got done making my own concrete filled 4th axis. Im also now responsible for teaching safety certifications at that makerspace and upkeeping equipment. Your channel has definitely helped awaken the maker in me and changed my life. Im guessing 4.4850 for the stack. Thanks 🙏🏼

[@poloska9471]

Very nice man! I’m 27 and I can tell you that you’re making a very good start in your life, never get down because regardless of what happens in life, nobody can ever take your mastery away. You WILL be successful in life and for your age are showing a massive amount of growth and ambition. Keep it up and you WILL be guided by life to the utmost of success. That I can promise you.

[@carlhess512]

I have been a master auto tech for over 40 years, in the last 10 years with having access knowledge with machining it is made things so much easier to build and we build things for my audio hobbies in my automotive Hobbies. Without people like your guys, I would be in the dark ages. The things that are possible now and that were not possible in just the last ten years is crazy. Now with even a home shop we are able to design and build things that only Company’s with millions of dollars of equipment were the only ones that could make these type of parts that are needed in my field of hobbies and the field of my lines of work. But now with obtainable equipment with someone at my level in financial means, or lack of financial means. I am now able to make things that were on thinkable in just the last decade. And watching your videos has inspired me and so many other people to be able to do things you could only dream of and not come to life and see the light of the day with our ideas. Thank you and god bless you and your company for sharing your valuable knowledge and insight on how to go into things with machines such as yours. And not make it look so intimidating. God bless you and I’m so happy that you’ve been able to weather all the downs that you’ve gone through in the years and you have over come them with pride. I know this for sure ( the words , Can’t, never , and why would we even try. Don’t exist in you Vocabulary

[@MatejB69]

I started working straight out of school at automotive parts manufacturing, I learned a lot about manufacturing and CNC machining and technology in general, first day I came I was so lost and I thought I would never learn everything about those machines but over the time I gained valuable knowledge and I became more and more motivated to learn, I started working early to feed myself and family, my needs always came second and didn't had enough money for further education, Id like to start my own shop but it is still difficult, that money would give me a huge boost since everything got more expensive now, I'd guess thickness of stack is 4.4 inches

[@jasonl.4403]

Hello. My story is as follows. I was born and raised in Terrell Texas. I went to the Marinesand worked on F-18s in 2003 and got out in 2008. I started in rubber manufacturing and slowly worked my way up to welder, then maintenance mechanic, and then engineer. I started dabbling in the art of machining a few years back. Everything from rubber to welding to engineering and machining got me to the point I'm at now. I make molds and tooling for companies affiliated with the aerospace community and rubber manufacturing. It has been an unreal experience but ask anyone who knows me! I love machining and what you can create. I don't view what I do as job. I enjoy everyday doing it and have no plans to stop. I'm hoping to continue and grow and take on more eventually. I watch alot of your videos and learned alot of things from you guys. I appreciate that more than you know. 4.380 is my guess.

[@andrewking4846]

Machining has changed my life as it has opended so many doors for me and allowed me to provide for my family and allowed me to work on some michines from ww2 that worked at the worlds largest army ammunition plant Badger ammunition. This industry is just full of opportunities and it is fun to watch it grow and change.

[@peterdodich3620]

Titan, always like your approach to teaching machining. I’m 57 yrs. Old and have been machining parts since I was 7 years old in my dads shop (Lake County Tool Works ) in Gurnee Illinois. When I graduated from college at WSU I went to work with my father machining parts on all manual equipment except for an automatic drill press that had peck feed drilling. I help run that business for twelve years. Then my wife for over 31 years were blessed with 3 children. One set of twins. One of the twins was born with special needs.

[@christianmeza5606]

Iv been manual machining for over 25 years. I took CNC classes 20 years ago & never had the chance at my company to y it Dr and master it. Seeing your in depth videos Iv been impassioned to learn again and finally be A CNC machinist. My family has appreciated my career in this industry. I want to do so much more for them when I take the next step. 6.79

[@morseindustry7344]

I started working in mechanical engineering about 6 years ago, when I started high school. At first I worked for my uncle as an operator of classic conventional machines such as milling machines, lathe etc. Later, I became hungry for self-improvement and wanted to take my skills to another level. I was 17. I was given the opportunity to work in a company that manufactures and designs tools such as injection molds, die tools. The first year was very difficult for me, I learned to operate machines like CNC milling machines, lathe or EDM machines, it was not easy to absorb all the information about everything, but I wanted to know all this I was literally hungry for knowledge. Every day after school I spent my all free time in the company and worked and worked on myself to be the best at machining. I learned from the best in my field and every day I saw a little shift. I watched your videos at night. I read information on machining to speed up production times. Today I am 22 and I am on a technology college and in the company where I work I am an injection mold designer and cnc programmer for all machines what we have, at the same time I am starting to work on my own company, which will produce components for bicycles, skateboards, snowboards. Despite all the knowledge I have, I think I still have something to learn and improve myslef. Also i think thickness of the stack is 112 mm, or 4,4094" .

[@guillermomartinez2776]

I’m currently 22 years of age. I started of as a welder in the iron work industry from the I got certified. Despite my age I moved on to becoming a semi truck trailer assembly job where I picked up more of a tooling trait. I am currently working in the aerospace industry. I started at this job as a welder then moved on to tooling and now I am a conventional machinist. As of right now I run the Bridgeport and the lathe, I picked up on the trait pretty quick. If it wasn’t for your videos I wouldn’t have been able to pick up a lot of little tricks or skills that you guys demonstrate. It literally feels like I’m in a machinist school. I’m currently on my way to moving on to the cnc and I’m very excited . Again because of these videos I know it will help me to move further. This trait actually makes me happy and look forward to what else I can learn. I live in a apartment with my daughter and girlfriend if it wasn’t for this job I wouldn’t be where I’m at right now, I am extremely grateful. As for my guess I will say 4.36. Thank you guys so much

[@chikivikingo6310]

Hi Titan , i'm from Argentina. I started following in Argentina. Today I live in chicago Illinois, you changed my life because I learned a lot of your experience. Now i am running a HAAS machine my first project was M1 titan. Your videos are really helpful , thanks.

[@aqifkopertoni2202]

I been working with CNC machines for about 5 years years to making Crankshafts for lawnmowers and a variety of different engines, started off as a simple loader/unloader of parts in machines then became an operator and recently have started learning programming, I'm new to this channel and so far it's been very inspiring. almost forgot about the thickness of the cash 💸 stack i think its about 4.38 inches

[@williamk1452]

The more you know the further you can go!!

[@Lobothewise]

Hey Titan and Gang. I started machining, at 26 years old right out of school from NTMA in 2016 I’m 33 now. I was working at LAX as a forklift operator for night shift and prior to that more warehouse positions. A few months into that nightshift I started hating it everything about it, the fact that it was nightshift, and no weekends and no holidays off (unless it landed on my day off) it was random day offs like Monday and Wednesday or Tuesday Thursday vice versa, cherry on top was the minimum wage and mandatory OT if I wanted to make enough for bills and fun. I felt stuck, I knew if I wanted to make real money I needed real skills. I had dropped out of cal state Dominguez after 2 years, I wasn’t financially stable at 20 and couldn’t afford it anymore and to top it off I wasn’t even learning my major at all I really felt it was a waste time, so I was a little nervous going back to any school after all those years thinking I wouldn’t learn anything and it be just a waste of money and time. All the schools I looked into were expensive and took 1-2 years to graduate and start working and making money. And then my friend who I’ve known for a few years, got out of prison and straight to NTMA. I saw his post on FB and really liked what he was doing, he gave me all the info, and best of all it was only 7months but I was still broke and decided to wait till next year to do it. And then I got a write up from both my supervisors for calling off on Thanksgiving day just for being with my family, that was the FINAL straw. The following week I signed to NTMA used my high balance credit card to pay whatever fees I needed. I started that December with no knowledge of machining, but just being in that class I knew I was doing something great. The course was 7 months, to be honest I wasn’t the best student, I was confused half time, I didn’t understand alot of the Material and to top it off I wasn’t good at figuring out things out on my own. But still I passed each course and did my best. I was so behind on my projects I’d call off work or go in late to finish. Then one night, I stayed late again. I went go get something eat and on my way back to school, I went down hard on my motorcycle for rushing back and trying to beat a yellow light. As hurt as my pride and body was, I went back to school the next day limping and bleeding. I just tumbled, had road rash and some bruising, my knee took a year to heal but I was ok, I didn’t want to take a year to finish the class so I pushed on and best of all my Harley was repairable. But now I had hospital bills and repair bill. I was really beginning to doubt if I was cut out to be a machinist, until I jumped on the lathe and made my own little project, it was a steel pen (I use and write with it till this day) that was my sign I was on the right path. I graduated in 2017 and quit my shitty airport job and I saw the supervisor who wrote me up get fired before I left. Ive been to 3 shops im on my 4th shop now. First shop I was thrown to the sharks, asshole old machinist, and rapid pace shop, but I’m thankful for those asshole machinist and rapid pace because I learned how to set-up quick and run various machines. Second shop was very clean and advanced, lasted 2 years there, only because I landed in nightshift (I was one of the few who could run makinos mag one’s on my own) even though I was making the money I wanted (25$/hr) i wasn’t setting up anymore or using my tools like I was the first shop. Set-ups didn’t require indicating or offsetting machine did it for you. I worked 2hrs Max and I was back on my phone bullshitting. Money was nice but I was slowly forgetting and getting Rusty at setting up, I knew my skills are my bread and butter. So I quit and got into a proto type shop. I got fired 3 months into it. My skills were rusty so I was slow and it was fast paced too, but on top of that I was working with an asshole programmer and shitty supervisors again. Some parts weren’t even supposed to leave the shop the way they did, but that’s how they worked. Luckily for me i knew when I was wanted so I applied on Indeed before getting fired . A week before I got fired I got a call where I’m currently at in Compton another prototype shop I was only unemployed for a week. It’s been a year since I’ve been here, got my 2$ raise a week ago. The programmer/machinist has taught me a lot all his shortcuts, tips and tricks (a real master machinist he is) best of all I went back to NTMA in 2021 to learn Mastercam all sponsored by my shop. Today I’m in a position where I know my skills Will be valued and paid for what they are worth. I’m not officially programming but I am Practicing Mastercam everyday understanding tool paths feeds and speeds, shortcuts etc. I now have a 2mo old son with my wife of 8yrs, I don’t own a house but I rent a 2 bed 2 bath apartment in a semi lux complex. I now enjoy my weekends,holidays and days off without worry and to the fullest! Friday-Sunday are my days off now and no nightshift whatsoever. Oh and the asshole programmer from the shop I got fired from Also got fired due to low job completion and poor quality last I heard. So for the stack of bills, Each 1$ is .0043, each stack is 100 bills and there are 10 stacks so, .0043x100=.430 each stack. .430x10=4.30 for all stacks. The band I’m guessing is .003 since it’s double sided it’s a total of .006 more. I’m guessing the total thickness is 4.360?

[@isorokudono]

I only began doing work on CNC 3 years ago. I've worked in manufacturing before. Made stuff for the Military. Mobile machine shops, kitchens, laundry/shower units for the Army/Marine Corps. Shop containers for the Navy. Nothing really to do with machining. I work in a machine shop in the Marijuana industry, STM CANNA. My teacher took a chance on me, one of the things he told me first is that with this Machinist CARREER, we would be able to work until we're old men. Thanks Sonny. Thank you Titan. That stack is about 5.375 tall.

[@tmoney8280]

Titan, 2 years ago I ran away from home with nothing. I was a dumb kid at the time, and I knew nothing, had no skills, and had no money. A family member was nice enough to offer me a job at a machine shop he worked with. I started out sweeping floors and filling coolant tanks. Soon enough, I started to learn more about how to operate CNCs and the manufacturing process. Now, I'm a machinist apprentice. Learning to program CNC machines has been one of the best things to happen to me. I'll be sure to remember that neat plastic trick. Also, I'd say that fat stack ya got there is about 4.510 inches. Thanks alot for all you guys do!

[@MomTheMachinist]

I’m a 32 yr old mother and wife! I was blessed and able to be a stay at home mom for 7 wonderful/exhausting years. I’ve worked in shops in the past but was always an operator. In 2021 I decided to get my Machinist certification from Precision Manufacturing Institute in Meadville, PA and became “Mom, the Machinist!!” My husband is in the AGR program for the military and we recently got stationed where we live currently. I had many job interviews and multiple job offers and on Feb 2022 I started my first Machinist job at a smaller shop called Houseknechts. I can’t describe how wonderful the atmosphere there is. About 6 machinists where we take care of everything start to finish. I feel like my whole life has led me exactly where I need to be! I am learning more than I could have imagined, I’m given the opportunity to thrive and continually learn from others and be a part of a whole team! I love my job and how I get to feel important and generally smart/some days I feel pretty dumb 🤦‍♀️ lol… I love having a job that doesn’t feel like work. (If that makes sense)

[@markwidell3031]

Titan I have been in manufacturing since I graduated high school in 1993. Working in manufacturing has not always been glorious but since college was not in the cards I stuck it out. Learning to run multiple machines and assembly. Working in manufacturing over the past 28 years has allowed me to raise my family in a safe area, clothe them and feed them and get them through high school and into college. I was able to give them what I couldn’t have. I am blessed to have had the opportunities given to me. And at 47 yes old I’m in classes at our local community college trying to learn and get better. Love your channel. I’m guessing the stack of $1.00’s is 5.8764” Keep the videos coming.

[@josephmccue6189]

I recently really started pursuing my career in manufacturing after landing a job in the wind industry as a prototype and fabrication technician for a repair development. So far it has been an incredible journey and constantly learning new things and striving for perfection. Your CNC academy has been an invaluable asset and an inspiration. Been keeping it real here in upstate New York. And guessing 4.4255 inches!

[@manuelblevins4711]

I dont consider myself a machinist but i have been in industrial maintenance for 29 years . I Grew up helping my dad bore and hone engines and do valve jobs , Helped get me along in career I chose ! I just dont seem to ever get enough of this channel !! Its great learning about your techniques and practices !!! Keep up the great work your team does !! 5.625 stack of bills

[@maheshkm7267]

Iam working in a tool&die company , 11 years , this field totally changed my life , I make new home and Marie my lover 🤪I watched titan’s every updates, your videos truly inspiring my future dreams ( machine shop) , actually l learned vertox milling after watching your videos , wishing all success ❤️

[@gablesman7348]

Manufacturing has changed my life because it has given me a goal on what I want to do in my life and how I want to grow as a skilled machinist. I am a junior in high school that works on my own projects in my school's machine shop, (Daniel Franks's old shop) and design my projects. For example, I’m working on my eagle scout project and the parts needed for it would be impossible without the ability to design and machine them with the HAAS VF-2 or the plasma cutter. I love this industry because of the people in it and how they are willing to help teach and help me learn to become better at machining as a skill. And as far as the measurement of the money I got 4.7501 inches

[@emilliagraham9869]

I was a stay at home mom for 12 years and finally took the leap of leaving an abusive marriage. I had to find a career that I could support my kids with. Took a manual machining class and was lucky enough to convince Teraflex to hire me even though I had very little work experience. I wanted to make myself more valuable at work to be more than just an operator and cried when I found you guys because I could learn for free. Been a year and a half in the industry and I have made 8$ in raises just because of what I have learned here. Still have a lot to learn but I am still absolutely loving this field. Thank you for offering such a valuable service! You have truly been a huge influence in my life. As for the stack I would say it is 4.5 inches A

[@ryanromo4]

I've been machining for 5 years now and I couldn't be happier with the career I chose. I was working manual labor, doing back breaking work and decided to go into a technical trade. I now make parts for the Aerospace, Defense, Energy, and Medical industries. I work for a medium size job shop in Lewisville, Texas. I take pride in what I do and I am passionate about leaning and teaching this trade. It has allowed me to live a comfortable life style, eating healthy, living in a safe neighborhood, and having the ability to travel. I even bought a home last year at the age of 28. I look forward to working in the manufacturing industry for the foreseeable future, solving problems and making quality parts. I estimate the stack of one dollar bills is 4.6250 inches thick. Thank you Titan for sharing your knowledge, skills, and experiences freely on the internet.

[@CaptCabose]

Machining changed my life. I'm now 7 years in the industry working for Northrop Grumman. All my life I've loved space, and now for my job I get to make so many parts that have been apart of countless sattlites and other space components. I still remember the first time my boss told me the job I'm about to run will go into space, to the ISS later in the year. Watching you guys do what you do inspieres me to push more and do more with this trade. I've got so much more to learn and try and take every chance I can. I think the stack is 4.430in thick thick.

[@damianostagnanigoupil1926]

Great video as always! Well im starting machining in September, I discovered my passion for it when I was doing some manufacturing for one of the teams at my university. I had the opportunity to use an old tormach for a project and I absolutely loved it! I also for the past week pretty much closed myself in the university shop and machined myself a whole new set of parts for my 3D printer. After that and discovering more of the trade with your channel I decided to apply for a program and got accepted. For the stack my guesstimation is 4.38!

[@caseystiner6311]

Titan I am a junior in high school and I have been exposed to the amazing trade of CNC machining and programming at first I was confused and lost but after watching your videos I have secured an internship at a local high precision machine shop and a college education at a local technical college. This trade has given me a chance to use my high attention for detail and my love of working with my hands a chance to shine. This is something I want to pursue for many years and open my own shop in the future. Your videos are amazing and I’m guessing that stack of bills measures in at 4.4375 inches tall to top of the band. Thank you for this opportunity

[@TheRoadie444]

I've been working with CNC machines for about 11 months now. Ever since I first started at a machine shop it changed my life for the better. There has been a lot of changes and losses since I've been there, but I know I've always got an amazing job, that I enjoy, to go back to everyday. Love this useful content guys. My guess is 4.3125"

[@leylanicarstens1224]

I started machining freshman in the machining program at my high school and loved it. Because of Covid we could no longer learn in person (this was Junior year) so I found a machining internship near me at Loper Machine. I learned so much during that time. When I completed the internship they hired me(this was last summer). That was probably my favorite summer yet. In the fall senior year began. Our previous teacher had left the previous year, so we had a rotation of substitutes who nothing about machining. So, I took it upon myself to teach the entire course to all grade levels )9th, 10th, 11th and 12th). This has been the best school year ever. I love teaching all the students and bettering our machining program. My efforts have been noticed by many teachers and administrative staff and they are hiring me to teach starting this fall! I would have never thought I could land a spot teaching right out of high school! I am really looking forward to it. I am guessing the stack is 4.4125

[@jackmikula7323]

I got into mechanical engineering after being really close with my grandpa who was a drafter at a manufacturing plant that helped to create the packing machines for beer cans. I’ve always like to see how raw material becomes a useful part. Right now, as I’m in my last year of college, I have a co-op at a machine shop where I have learned to program mills and lathes. I also make fixtures and do quotes for new parts. Being able to take a piece of material and make it a part has changed my perspective on manufacturing. I love working with these cnc machines and hopefully I can give back to my parents who have given me a lot. Working on the shop floor with our machinists has helped me become a better engineer. The thickness of the money is 4.5327 inches.

[@lance6563]

I started sweeping floors, learning knowledge along the way. Slowly but surely becoming a full fledge tool and die maker that runs a smaller shop, I love the accuracy and the precision. To know that you’re making surfaces that are so flat the human eye can’t perceive it is crazy to me. I believe the stack is 4.474

[@t3xasj0k3r]

I have been machining for two years now. I started right at a Haas lathe didn't have a clue what I was doing, but all my coworkers taught me how. Now, I'm starting to set up lathes and have a better understanding of what machining is. I enjoy those videos. Thickness is 4.9485

[@MostPopularRobloxFunFacts]

Titan I have been machining since I was 11 my grandfather owns a shop and I can't imagine doing anything else I'm currently in college studying advanced cnc machining( setting up sub spindles live tooling lathes 5 axis mills and anything else that makes manufacturing more efficient) It has changed my life the pride and joy I get from making a perfect part at a efficient speed is unmatched I can't wait to graduate and help the manufacturing industry. My guess for the stack is 4.3435 I have no Idea but best of luck to everyone guessing lol.

[@donreed6145]

I love manufacturing, after high School I had no direction in life, I had an interest in architecture, my dad sent me off to a manufacturing program in a local community college , and when I started working with blueprints I gave it a chance, it was the first time I picked up tools, and got dirty and wore it like a badge, I felt like a sculptor, an artist, and after God bless me with a job at Callaway, I was able to make a living and finally felt like a man, and without that confidence that I got from manufacturing that wouldn't be married today , it's brought my father, my brothers and me closer together, because we all are now working industry, thank you Titans of CNC for putting out content that inspires need to go out there and learn more and do more ,Bless Up

[@davidstutzman6587]

I started working at a CNC job shop five years ago with zero experience. I loved to learn, I love math, and I love the feeling of having made a perfect part on the first try! Today I work in CNC shop as supervisor and lead programmer. I love teaching people and learning with them. My plan is to start my own CNC shop by the end of 2022. My guess is the stack of $1bills is 4.3086 tall. Thanks for all your useful videos.

[@edwardvision483]

Hello my senior. I started as a fitter machinist in 2013 . I then started specializing in machining because of the love for lathe machines. Actually im from Zimbabwe and was born in a family of 8 . Im the last born. Because of my love for machining i moved to South Africa to learn cnc machines last year. I got a job as a security guard so that i can pay my school fees to one highly recognized school in South Africa. I have learned a lot from your chanel and i also did your design and programming as a way of practicing and im proud of where i am now because of cnc . I recently finished mastercam and fusion360 courses and very soon i will be a fully qualified cnc programmer in 4n5 axis machines . My guess for the thickness is 4.299inches

[@dylanhayes8888]

I am a tooling and die guy at a well-known manufacturing facility in Cleveland TN. I started here in 2013 on the track shooting screws in assembly for years , bidding on every job I could to try and get off the track. After getting passed up on easy press operator jobs over and over my company posted an opportunity to apply for the tooling apprenticeship program. I figured what do I have to lose. There was an aptitude test and several interviews but I felt I had been training for this my whole life and just didn't realize it. I passed the test and somehow did well on the interview side for a change. The program was 5 long years of learning while still working 40 hours a week. Worth every second. A couple of years ago I had spinal surgery to remove a tumor from inside my spinal chord. Working here has provided me the insurance to help cover costs. Two months ago I was informed the tumor has grown back bigger and I am very blessed to still be working or even walking. Hope I am still able after this surgery too. The stack of bills in your hands look more than 5 inches but the math doesn't add up.... I am going to guess 4.7" ; 119.38 mm.

[@loneaccordionist]

I joined the military for electrical work but I was blown away by all the aerospace machining. I didn't know anything about CNC so I've been watching your channel and the machinests are teaching me CAM and CNC on nights and weekends in exchange for home repairs and shop help. Now I'm even helping the machine shop run parts on my lunch breaks! thanks for everything you are doing, it's amazing! I could really use $1000 so im going to guess that the stack is 4.412" +/- 0.03"

[@myelonjames2391]

I am currently unemployed but my experience with CNC machining started with Lincoln Tech. I finished my freshman year of university and I just didn't like it. I was unsure of what I wanted to do with my life, until my uncle Paul came over to help fix our washing machine. We were talking and he mentioned Lincoln Tech, so me and my grandmother went to the school and talked to one of the administrators and she introduced me to the CNC shop. I have never even heard of CNC before this, but the second I walked through those glass doors, I knew that this was the place for me. I saw these big machines and a small 3-D printer on a table. I was talking with one of the instructors and he explained what the machines did and how to operate them. He went on to explain what the course is about and what I'd be learning. I started the 10 month course and got my NIMS certifications. I learned more at Lincoln Tech than I ever have anywhere else. After school I was going to join the Army, but that didn't work out. I failed the medical and was told to find another job. I found one as a wood worker making shakers, drawers, doors and mirrors. I liked the job, but it wasn't what I wanted to do. I was there for about a month then I got laid off do to COVID. during the summer of the pandemic (mid 2020) I went back to school for this free CNC program at Vincennes. It was a 15 week course and a much needed refresher. The instructor wasn't the nicest of people but I ignored that and got my eight NIMS certifications. I'm still looking for work and also in the process of getting my driver's license, I've been watching your videos for the past 2-3 years just to stay informed about the trade. CNC machining is something I was meant to do, and I refuse to quit and settle for some dopey 9-5, I worked my ass off to get into this business and I don't plan on stopping. Thank you for the free education, the inspiration, and the motivation to keep moving forward. If I had to guess the thickness it would have to be at least 6 and a quarter.

[@C_Atkins01]

Titan, I have been machining for 8 years and programming for 3 years now. I started out working in assembly, and then the machining supervisor gave me a chance in machining, and ever since then I’ve been loving it and working my way up the ladder. It’s been a great means of providing for my family, and they love seeing all the things I make. Thank you for all of the content you have put out there educating people like myself, to help us become better at the careers we love. As far as the stack of bills, I’m going to guess 4.375”

[@richie50]

I work in a Tool & Die shop doing aerospace and defense. Machining has allowed me to find a career I enjoy and to help those around me. I’m fortunate to not be one of those people who hate their job ! My guess for the thickness of the stack of bills would be 4.340”. I also would like to add that I appreciate all of the content you offer not only here on KZbin, but on your website and Facebook page as well. Your academy has helped me to improve my skills and earn a better living. Thanks titan !

[@benkasper4035]

Manufacturing is great. I work as a mechanical engineer and I learned how to machine my own parts at home. It allows me to make prototype parts without any lead times or delays. My coworkers are so used to not doing tests or trying to make improvements because of the costs of fixtures and test parts. When there is an emergency, and parts are needed quickly, the only solution is to shell out crazy amounts of money. Instead, with my own manufacturing capabilities I have transformed the way that we approach challenges. Instead of sitting back and having somebody else make it and waiting. We have transitioned our mindset from being helpless to empowered. It is a great skill to be able to make the things you design and manufacturing has taught me the importance of good workplace culture. My guess for the thickness is 4.8762". Thanks

[@AKdaJuiceGuy]

I have been machining at a job shop in Denver for 5 years. There is so much to learn in machining and I am grateful for your guys' channel. I have applied some of the lessons from this channel in the shop I work. Machining, in some respects, has changed how I perceive things even outside the shop. I started noticing just how much manufacturing provides to the modern world. As for the height of the stack, my guess is 8.6007".

[@lathargik]

I’ve been in manufacturing and quality for ten years. I almost have my first year under my belt at Alro Plastics. I machine plastic, uhmw, hdpe, polycarbonate, acrylic, nylon, abs, phenolic, peek every day. I run one of two ever made cnc machines ever made by belotti. It has four heads one of which has a fifth axis and one that can tap and two tables that are ten by twelve feet. Learning this machine has changed my life and makes me view the world in a different way. I’m passionate about learning and growing my skills in machining. Your channel has helped me tremendously along the way, thank you. My guess for the thickness of the bill stack is 4.6635

[@thomashester5856]

I work at TVA as a contracted machinist rebuilding and remaking parts for Power generation units. I’m 31 yo. And have been in the trade for about 10 years. I began my career as a welder following my father‘s footsteps but once I got into the machine shop I fell in love with the trade and realized how you can make anything out of metal, so I continued on that route. I’m so glad that I chose this career it has not only been a job that I enjoy going to every day but long story short my wife and kids would not be here if not for me choosing this career path it all happens for a reason and I believe that. Keep up the videos and motivating more people to join trades especially Machinist is a dying art and I’ve seen that in the past few years of me working this trade. I would love that thousand cash throw in my pocket but honestly this trade has given me enough if I was to get it I would definitely donate it to some charity nearby or whatever the majority of the viewers would like to see it go towards

[@JohnBlaze505]

I've only been a machinist for 2 years. I work at a prototype shop in Albuquerque, NM. I run, setup and program everything I do (HAAS VF4 with a 4th axis rotary) We do a wide variety of parts and materials. Manufacturing changed my life. It's the only job I've ever had that I truly enjoy doing, even on the bad days. Dropped out of high school @17 never got good grades until I started the Machine tool technology program at my local college (right when COVID started). Graduated a semester early with a 4.0 GPA. (Thanks to my job). Im 26 now, alot more mature than when I was in high school. Applied myself at school and work. Now I'm making crazy parts and excelling at my job. Thanks Titan and the other guys. The academy has helped me a ton with trying to learn 5 axis programming 🔥💯. Slowly turning into a Metalphiliac like Barry 😂💪 I'm guessing that stack of bills measures out to 4.52 (unconstrained) Constrained it should be 4.386 including the paper bands. Each bill being about .0043 inches. I would definitely use that cash to buy some good mics, calipers, and gage pins

[@ronnyfrey3043]

I've been machining for 3 years started by making just forklift production parts, and now I set up daily for prototypes, fixtures, etc. Machining has helped me not only find an amazingly creative career path, but has also helped my extrapolation skills in and out of the shop. I'm thankful everyday for finding a path that teaches me how to take raw stock, dissect its features, and turn it into a piece of art. My guess on the money stack is 6.2 inches.

[@moritzvos]

We are a family owned business. We are still in manual machining as a job shop doing repair on equipment and building small machines in the plastic packaging industry. I am a machinist for over 23 years and love the art of creating something out of raw materials. What I love about these CNC machines is the tech. I do transfer some of the info to manual machining and this has raised my game in the industry. The height of the stack estimate is 4.3850

[@lorenzodesanctis5739]

A few years ago I started to design medical implants and surgical instruments. Machining titanium and stainless steel is no joke. You absolutely deserve the title of "Best Teaching Channel" of the entire KZbin community. There are a number of techniques to machine these metals and you are explaining VERY clearly how to do it and that's crazy. You helped me solve problems. I think the stack is 4.35" but I am not so sure about it.

[@josephcampise9950]

Been in working cnc for just under 4 years now. That is unless you count high-school. Taught myself the basics on an old tormach 770 my junior year. I've been in love with manufacturing since my first day of high-school when I saw a lathe for the first time. It blew my mind that metal could be shaped so easily. Joined the FRC team at my school and went to work hard learning as much as i could about the manufacturing process and CAD. Making and designing parts for our robot. Was put in charge of our design and manufacturing for 3 years. First time they'd ever let a sophomore take on that kind of responsibility. I was absolutely blessed to have such a great opportunity. I graduated and tried to go get a job as you do. Was looked over every I applied. Grocery stores, retail, our local tire plant. For some reason I never heard anything back. I saw an add one day that a shop was having open interviews so I went not really expecting much at that point. Filled out the application and shocked the HR rep that someone so young was interested in being a machinist😂. Turns out I had already met the owner while I was on the robotics team! He even had a plaque that I had engraved for our sponsors on his desk! I was hired on the spot and have been soaking up knowledge like a sponge lol. I was trained on the manuals by one of the brightest machinists I've ever met. After 4 months of that I was allowed to go be the button pusher on our smallest cnc. Now at 22 I'm the senior vertical mill operator/programmer and have actually been training people myself. I met my fiancée on that robotics team. She's been the light of my life. I wouldn't be anywhere I am now if it wasn't for manufacturing. Looking back on everything that's happened I can truly see that it's all part of a big plan and I've been extremely blessed. Titan you're an inspiration to everyone. You yourself have blessed people with the knowledge and resources to be successful. One day I pray I can be half as influential to the field as you and your crew are. (Also I think you should look into FIRST robotics if you haven't already. I think you would love it!) My guess for the stack is about 4.3300 +/- .0100 if held completely flat. It's got a bit of a bow so if it's just resting than I would say about 4.4500 +/- 0.0200. Hope you have wonderful weekend

[@BTR2018]

Working in a machine shop, manufacturing at BMW running a 750 Hass Machine which provides for my family i love running Mastercam. 6.3566 in tall. I did learn a lot from you Titan.

[@cheizaguirre5494]

I’m out of houston Texas , between your channel and edge precision KZbin channel ( great guy ) i always came back to ur channel for techniques and wisdom. Been a machinist since 17 with my dad shop because of him i am a lead in my shop today. I used ur videos to train operators to became machinist. Stack is 4.150 “

[@danielnooner3726]

I pulled a 15 hr shift yesterday. 3 hours machining plastic to make some conveyor guides. Info here is priceless. Gettin me some Delrin!

[@HudsonLighting]

Man, manufacturing fires my passion so much. We do the entire product in house, so it's not just machining, but suffering the problems and finding the solutions, so much personal and team growth for that. We have become amazing problem solvers and yet we have so much to learn. I started knowing nothing 3 years ago. Self taught and man have I made so so many mistakes. Made some product that I really cringe at now, but it was part of the process. Even now we still don't have it all right, but chasing perfection is so much fun. This is it, this is life and it's frigging awesome. As for thickess of that stack, I'm a metric man so I'm saying 124mm

[@popus244]

Hi Titans! I am currently a student in my first year of earning my degree in CNC machining. Being in my late 20s with a full time job in the coating industry, it wasn't easy to return to school; however, I quickly realized it was one of the best decisions I have ever made for myself. It is all I can think about outside of class and I am eager to learn all I can in this field. The content you guys create along with the FREE academy is incredible and greatly appreciated. I use the resources almost every night! I would use the 6.3155" stack of cash to help pay for a semester of class. Thanks again, you guys rock!

[@austinchildree6799]

I came into machining about 5 years and 7 months ago in the great state of TN with absolutely no idea what a CNC machine was. I was freshly graduated out of high school when I had an opportunity to work closer to home at a copper power components manufacturing facility in my home town. At first I started in Deburring removing sharp edges from parts and need less to say I was not cut out to stand at a belt sander all day. So I asked my production manager to move to a different area that was more thought provoking and that's how I got introduced to Haas cnc machines. I was very timid at first with the machines to scared to break a tool or scrap a part. So in turn, I always got stuck with long runs doing very busy work at first but as time progressed I started learning all the variety of things there are to learn in a shop tooling, speeds+feeds, hands-on programming, blue prints, and a ton more. In these short 5 years I got introduced to a whole new trade that I never knew existed in school and I hope I can continue to expand my knowledge to get better everyday so one day I can be machining some of those crazy beautiful intricate parts you have shown us over the years. Love your videos be sure to tell Barry he's still the GOAT.

[@barrysetzer]

Ah, the good old deburring days 😂 Hahaha hi Austin!

[@jasonwaldon4351]

I have committed my career and life to this industry as a cnc machinist, I love everything about it. There's something new to learn everything day as tech evolves. My dad was a machinist for almost 40 years, so hearing him talk about what he did at work really inspired me to take machine shop in high school, and begin my career after graduating. At 25 yrs old I became addicted to painkillers and completely destroyed my life, and eventually got hooked on shooting heroin. I finally got help to get clean and have been clean to this day for over 7 years. I just had my 7 year anniversary being a cnc machinist for Legget and Plat Machine Products. God has helped me so much and given me so much more than I ever thought possible. Anyways I love your channel , been following you since your tv days. My guess is 6.0875" thanks!!!

[@brianw572]

Manufacturing jobs has paid mine and my families bills for the past 30 years. Started going to trade school for Machine Tool and after a year of school got into a machine shop. That ended up being short lived because management was horrible. Loved the job but couldn’t handle the management. From there I went into the printing industry for quite a few years and worked into electrical maintenance. Did that for a while but ended up making a major move after meeting my current wife. After my move I worked various manufacturing jobs for a while and after getting tired of working 2nd shift, went back to school for Mechanical Design. Now I work in the metal stamping industry as a Tooling Engineer and love it. I am not always at my desk which is nice. I spend a lot of time in the tool room and on the press room floor interacting with those individuals. My main focus is Fineblank tooling and love working with the precision that is involved with that tooling. My son is almost done finishing up his CNC schooling and I couldn’t be happier that he picked machining as a way to go. Very hands on rewarding career. As far as the height of the money, my guess would be 5.0625”. Love the content on his channel and even with all the experience I have, I have actually learned quite a bit watching your videos Thank you!!!

[@lrcustomsinc3131]

I started out designing product for an outdoor company. I didnt have "schooling" as an engineer, but I had loads of product usage on a professional level. Moving into design, I was always told how you couldn't build certain things due to design parameters. So, I started learning machining so I could improve my designs. Decided I need my own machines so I could prove out ideas without answering to anyone but myself. Now, 20 years later I have 2 cnc machines, and 2 manual. Still building and learning thanks to good folks like you who push the limits and share knowledge. Thickness- 4.4122"

[@tapew6254]

In 2015 I graduated right out of Highschool taking their vocational class for Cnc manufacturing. I took this Class because I didn't know what to do after graduating Highschool so I Figured i was better off learning something in some sort of trade and took the Class serious learning all I can. Been working in a Job shop ever since and learned many great things and aspect about the trade. Started in the Manual Machine Department cranking handles to CNC lathes to a 3 Axis VMC programming all of my own parts in WorkNC and Lemoine CAD/CAM software. Also Learned how to use Conversational CNC control from a Seimens to a Hurco. They were Really User friendly and easy to learn. Since the shop I work in are mainly focused on Automotive and Aerospace I became really familiar of how injection mold works and working off datums. Started learning 5 axis machining in 2017-2018 and been programming and using them ever since. Cut and profile many types of Car lens and Optic for big company's. Finish this Nice Disk shape part recently for boeing and felt really proud of myself holding tight tight tolerances. Im constantly learning and trying to improve myself in this trade. Always maintenance my machines to keep them running right. Calibrating it and running RTCP check etc. Its been really fun and loving this trade and seeing this trade evolve everyday. Also thanks for having these tutorial about fusion360 and mastercam. I watch them on my free time maybe thinking about getting a CNC. I already own a cheap 3d Printer for fun use. LOL i designed and made a Tool holding rack for my HSK-63 Tools at work since i don't have a tool rack there. From Akron, Ohio Money stack is about four inch five hundred and eighty three thou and two tenths LOL 4.5832

[@micahcrewson5374]

Got into machining at age 17, in my co-op class in highschool, originally just running manual machines. after high school I went back and took a job at the same shop that they had offered to me. They put me on a CNC mill, and I loved it, I spent all my time learning about g&m codes, metrology, macro's. Year later, they bought a brand new wele AA1880, put me as the sole person to run it. We started getting very busy so we had a afternoon shift, and I became the supervisor of that at almost 20years old. Did that for a year and a half and have now moved to a different shop to experience different parts, allowing me to learn cad/cam, and to continue to grow my career. My guess is 4.412" or 112.065MM.

[@peterzonrusol4110]

I have been a machinist for only a Year since my brother-in-law recommended me to work where he worked at. I didn't know anything about being a machinist that time. I had a job of 5 years before going to be a machinist and Covid happened and I got laid-off for 6 months. I got a call from my boss asking me if I can start working again and i said yes, then my brother-in-law called me saying if I wanna be a machinist because they have a spot, I immediately went said yes. Then i got an interview said if i can work the next day and said they will teach me everything i need to know about being a machinist. Then today I have a great opportunity to work in this field because i enjoyed it more and i have these ideas for setups and how i can make most of it faster and more precise. Been watching titan since i started working as a Machinist and watch most of the videos. I will say that stack of money is if you give me a tolerance of +-.010 it will be 5.230 inches.

[@ClappedOut]

You guys have inspired me to drop out of college and start my own manufacturing business. I was working on my machine yesterday and I was pushing it to see how fast it can cut material. The spindle stalled and it crashed the machine. It turns out that a proper spindle replacement/upgrade for my machine would cost about $1000. I don't know that I deserve $1000 for free, but that would certainly help my business. For the stack of bills, given that the bills aren't perfectly flat and can't be stacked with zero air gap, I'd add about .1%. If you hold down that stack with like... your hand, it should bend the bills enough to negate the thickness of the paper strips holding them together. I'm gonna guess (109.3 ± 0.2) mm.

[@DenisePeagar]

Grettings from Mexico! I’ve been working in the industry about 9 years, and it was a challenge, I started as an operator whit no experience, no money and in a city that wasn’t mine. I have always had respect for those who know about the subject and I always try to learn as much as I can from them, this is how little by little I learned to machine, from the most basic. I have worked in different companies in the country, I have all been aware of them, now I have some experience in programming fixtures and plastic injection molds, I work with 3- and 5-axis machines. I have always enjoyed watching your videos, there is always a lot to learn from them. And about family, I have a wife and a 5yo daughter, we are about to buy a house and that 1000 dollars will be a bless. P.D. I want to be like you someday! And I think the measure is about 5.8 inches. Thank you for spread the knowledge!

[@lordgraffable]

Hmm first of all thanks for all that you all do. Decided to quit my desk job about three years ago to move into manufacturing. Took a pay cut since I had no experience. Started with Tool Crib, then assembly, clean room, packaging, QA, operator,set up. Let me tell you, I have never loved a job so much. Hands down would never picture myself doing anything else. Onto setting up the next job! Thanks TITANS of CNC !! Stack of bills looks about 5" - 5.500

[@Jason-lz6rg]

I started in this industry in august of 03. I intended to be a firefighter after I graduated high school. I went through the academy and graduated. Started my medical training and life put a stop to it. My father ran a machine shop so I began to apprentice with him. He taught me all he knows. Some of the best years I got to spend learning from my dad. Fast forward 20 years and god has used this trade and my talents to bless me immensely. I lead the tool room at one of the big three. I save the plant money by solving their problems and keeping the work in my shop instead of outsourcing it for 3-5x’s the cost to repair or make knew. I love this trade and plan on opening my own shop vary soon to keep manufacturing here in American. My guess would be 4.3996 on the thickness

[@balisticsrooster]

I've always loved to build things as a kid. After high-school I had no idea what I wanted to do for a job, but one day as I was working on a project in my parents garage, and heard my neighbor milling metal on his Bridgeport. After talking to him I knew what I wanted to do, the possibilities are endless mith machining, and 7 years later I still get excited thinking about whatever job I have waiting for me at work for tomorrow! I'll guess the bills are 4.485" Thanks

[@farzadghadam7731]

Hi I'm from Iran I used to be a university student. After I finished my education I worked in additive manufacturing for about a year. It helped me to gain more practical experience. Now, I've decided to apply for a manufacturing engineering master's course abroad, and this experience is a valuable part of my resume. By the way, I guess the thickness of dolours can be 16.274 Cm or 162.74 mm or 6.40 inches

[@yoduhhhhhh]

4.4026 I am 23 and in my final year of tool and die apprenticeship but I will never stop feeling like an apprentice cause I always want to learn more. The industry has changed my life in day to day just in the way I look things. Whenever I see something that has been machined I always think over how I could have made it and finding items that stump me is what motivates me. Being in tool and die is so fascinating for me to see/show people all the things that are made in my field. Kitchen sinks, car parts, etc. It still blows my mind, not everyone finds it interesting but to each their own. I wanna get more CNC work under my belt cause that's the future. I don't wanna stop my education after only one ticket. Love your videos, such an inspiration!

[@elijahclendenen8471]

Manufacturing has changed for the better, I started machining in high school my junior year and I had no intentions graduating, I was failing all my classes and was going into my senior year missing 11 out of 21 credits required to graduate. My senior year I toured a shop call magna machine and it really opened my eyes to what real machining looks like and the possibilities and fun it can bring into your life,the majority of shops in my area require a diploma or GED so I dedicated myself and I made up all 11 credits needed to graduate and applied myself in the classes I had senior year.I graduated and am now working at the shop I toured and I have been making a living for over 3 years now.

[@too-_-you6914]

I’ve been working at one of Norway’s top cnc factories for 3 years now, i started my internship in 2019 and produced prototypes everyday. I was scared to grow up because i thought working would be boring. I WAS WRONG. Now, 3 years later, i get to go to work with good friends, my awsome boss ( who bought me a pc so i could learn mastercam at home) at the best workshop ever. Seeing parts i make beeing used for aswome tech is still blowing my mind, i remember the first time i got told that i made the company 50k USD in 5 days, i almost crapped my pants;) Cnc machining showed me that my life is as good as it could be. I freaking love it. I guess that the stack is 112,535mm

[@lavychipper2944]

6.3438" is my guess. Machining has opened my eyes to how things are made. I have also learned so much the past 4 years of my life. Its awsome working in a job shop working on molds, to one off parts to production jobs, and your videos truly help my career and I love learning more. Keep up the great work!

[@davidpolowczyk9547]

I would just like to say that the titans of cnc youtube channel changed my life back in 2018. At the time I was 16 going into my junior year in high school. My dad is a Job shop foreman, my uncle is a wire edm operator, and my grandfather is a manufacturing technician. But I never really understood what manufacturing was all about until I stumbled apon titans youtube channel. After watching some old titan TV videos I was hooked. I immediately knew this was my destiny. I really started looking in my high school to see if we had any cnc courses which in fact we did. In the summer before my junior year I took the titans of cnc building blocks course in the academy. It gave Me a early start to my manufacturing education and I can not be more grateful for the experience titan had given me at the time. I ened up finishing high school with a boat load of experience. I ended up receiving a couple of first place positions in a machining contest designed for high schoolers in the Chicago area. I met titan once at imts back in 2018 and believe it or not I still have the signed poster. It's been almost 5 years since the first time i learned about this trade, I'm now almost 21. I'm finishing my associates in manufacturing technology at my local community College. I work at a job shop. There I'm a programmer, setup,and a part loader. I have my own machine that i run. As well as being a cmm operator. I've only been working there for a year and a half but I've learned alot. I'm extremely grateful for this trade for giving me a purpose in life. As for the stack of money I believe it to be 4.3555 inches tall. That's my lucky guess. Good luck to whoever receives it :)

[@sanmuganathannishanthan2134]

I am working in Australia as a CNC Machinist since last year as a new learner I always learn the things from your channel this is really helpful for me.Stack thickness around 110.42 mm

[@nickrooney893]

Im just getting started in this industry. I recently bought my own cnc machine, and im still in college learning as I learn the trade. Thanks to your free material you offer, I can say that I believe you have added great value to me as an engineer now that I understand more in depth the manufacturing process. Now that's something they don't really teach too in depth in school. Keep up the great work. And my guess for the thickness, about 4.366

[@roncournoyer7794]

I started in manufacturing in the early 90s. cnc mill operator, supervisor, programmer, manager and manufacturing engineer. This career has given me the opportunity to provide for my family and live a comfortable life. Plus knowing that my skills are usually in demand is a big peace of mind. my estimate for the $1000 is 4.332

[@Fairytalestreasures]

Titan i never thought that i will become Maschinist i was living my life and fighting bipolar disorder so after pandemic i get blessed and i entre a vocational training so 2 years training i still go there i will finish and get my diploma in summer I'm so grateful and blessed with that i never really tought i will become machinist i love what i do now , i think the money hight is 125mm From Morocco

[@jimmyaaron9495]

Over the years of machining. It has given me the confidence that I can learn anything put in front of me. Most importantly though is that no matter what happens I'll always be about to get a job to provide for my family. I'll say the stack is 4.3

[@prodesign8189]

Hi Titan. Manufacturing changed my life back in 1992 when I took a night job at a screw machine shop. I looked at the drawings and said "I can make these" and asked my boss if I could cut my hours to 20 so I could go to community college for drafting. 30 years later and much frustration with designing prototype parts and having tight time schedules, I found myself having to use a drill press and band saw and various hand tools to fix or modify the parts because the lead times for this would run close to when proto parts needed modding and management needed answers. My wonderful wife told me to just finance my own cnc one night after I wanted to quit due to the stress of work commitments and a day of drilling and tapping a copper heatsink with hundreds of holes and a broken tap. The company would not spend a dime to help me with the basics to be able to do my job and I was ready to hang it up. After buying a small Tormach, I found that I missed the days of calipers, mics and chips and now I have a small business that I am training my young son with. He loves it too and I ended up gifting him with his own calipers and mics and hopefully some day I can retire to just my small business and eventually provide a way for my son to earn a living when he hits working age. Yes we had a son at age 40 back in 2010 after many years of not being able to. God blessed me with a smart young man that has a genetic trait for mechanical things. Other than that, this return to the manufacturing aspect of my career with machining my own trial ideas and prototype peices, has also taught me some things that allow me to design parts without creating a headache for the ones that vendors finally have to machine for our production units. My company now realizes the money and time savings of me being able to provide sloutuions in a day or two vs. waitng for 4 weeks from another shop. I can tweek desins on the fly! Thanks for the great content and I wish I could go into more detail of what God has done in the past 30 years as far as lifting me out of the mire. But that would be too much here. By the way, I'd say the stack is 4.3773" but if I were to win, I'd give the money to my son to use for future courses as he is home schooled and we want him to be able to take courses in CAD and other needful tools as he is very interested in being "president" of the small business someday. Thanks!

[@wyattneels7505]

Hey Titan, I started CNC machining at Harmonic Machine Inc 2 years ago at 15 and have loved every moment of it. It’s a family owned company and they are one of the best company’s I’ve been apart of. Learning about this whole trade has been quite the experience going from just running machines for production, to now setting up, programming, prototyping, learning all about speeds and feeds. I’ll be starting my first year for my red seal this year! My guess for the thickness of the 1000, 1$ bills is 5.5414”

[@hunterrobertson5369]

I started in my college's machine shop last year, and it has given me so many opportunities to learn. There has not been a day yet where I don't learn something new, from workholding to programming, speeds, there's always something new. I'm lucky to have a great mentor that has helped me learn so much. It's probably been the place I've learned the most on campus (just don't tell that to my professors). I'm guessing 4.3700"

[@russstclair7985]

I am a student at Indiana County Technology Center and this is my third and final year there. This year has been my best learning experience because of YOU. I have applied your 3d models in the academy to our shop and I have learned more than I could ever dream of. Even with my NIMS parts, all the other students would make the part to what our instructor taught them to. I would look at that part and say "Hey, I can do it this way and save 15 minutes". I love manufacturing and wish to be as successful and wise as you Titan. For the stack... a sheet of paper is 0.004 grand and a dollar bill is 0.005. So there is 10 pieces of paper folded twice. So 20x0.004= 0.08 and 1000x0.005=5. So the stack should be 5.08 inches tall.

[@solomaster9315]

I got into machining about 4 years ago when I applied for a job with no experience. The company had been without a machinist for months and was struggling. I read the haas manuals and taught myself how to program and operate the vf 2 and sl 10 and have been having a blast overcoming every challenge I've been presented with. My parts are on crop harvesting equipment all around the world. It's been quite a change for my family being able to work a 40 hour week with a good paying job and leaving me more time with my kids. I'd guess the stack of cash to be 4.5129

[@ickeayplaysslusser5059]

I’ve worked at a pet food food factory for about 20 years in there machine shop and now for the past 7 years Ive been teaching machine tech at my local vocational school. Manufacturing and machining to me is the most incredible thing ever because everything we use in are day to day life started in a machine shop. The thickness is 4.31

[@jamesturpo4576]

I started working at my dad's machine shop when I was 10, so I'm not sure how much it has changed my life as it has been a part of it for as long as I can remember. With that said, I enjoy it. Nothing beats the satisfaction of figuring out how to machine a particularly tricky part. For the stack of money, I'm guessing it is 5.071".

[@burnoutbandits5607]

Hello Titan. I'm from Germany and I work in a research and development department of a big car supplier. My Machine is a Hermle C400. What I love about the job is that we can push limits of our machine and the limits of the toolings more and more. Especially with our new Kennametal Tools they are amazing. Also I love to try new things so trying different parameters to get highest efficiency as possible. I think the stack is 111, 2 mm or 4,335 inches high.

[@caulinperates]

Hey Titan, I am 27 years old. I have been machining since I was 15 in Machine Tech. shop class in high school. I lost the love for it when I was 22 and the shop I worked at was just a bad people who drank too much. I stopped machining for 4 years until I saw your videos online and saw this new love for machining. Its all I think about. Been taking online CNC Programming classes for a year now and using your classes at the same time and I think your education is more fun to use. I've been searching for jobs in my area but I have to commute about 40 mins to Carson City, NV from South Lake Tahoe where there are no manufacturing jobs.. I need a new engine in my car to make it there, but I need a paycheck to pay for an engine. I'm getting laid off my seasonal job this week. I'm in a bit of a pickle on getting a job to pay the bills because I cant get a good job until I fix my car. Anything could help. Thickness is 4.286".

[@Apathymiller]

11.03122 cm Machining has put a roof over my head and food on my plate for over 25yrs. Its something ive loved since i was 10yrs old and my father started teaching me. Ive worked on alnost anything you can think of from nasa and aerospace, to automobiles, golf clubs, and firearms. I no longer work in any shops nor own my own anymore due to a car accident that left me in the hospital for 18 months, going thru 17 surgeries & partially paralyzed, but i still have a small mill and lathe at home. This would help me setup a little home shop so that i could hopefully start making some things again. I need a shed/garage to setup my equipment in and this would be a HUGE help in that. Thank you for your generosity & the opportunity. Stay well and be safe.

[@dankernion9049]

I have been a machinist for well over 20 years. I started in the guitar industry machining guitar parts and fixtures. I was then introduced Solidworks and began designing guitar parts that I would program in Mastercam. This career in Manufacturing led me into a unexpected career in education where I have been for the last 9 years of my life. So not only has Manufacturing changed my life, it now changing the lives of my students every single day. We are Small Academy #12 and very proud of that. Thank you for what you do! My guess on the thickness 5.8765"

[@chrisdefusco8806]

I’m gonna tell a story. I work in a cnc job shop with around 45 day shift employees. My passion is my job. I am a engineer, a creator, a programmer, a manager, a scheduler, a purchase agent, a salesman, and most importantly a teacher. 30 plus years in this trade. Every year we hire the top of class seniors from all tech schools in the area. I absolutely love seeing the awe in their faces when we show them our shop. We keep it tight, organized, and we always have the latest technology. Gantry loaders, cmm, 5 axis, lasers, 3d printers. Etc… we do jobs no shops want or would even quote. I enjoy teaching these kids. An example, we have a new hire from tech school named jack red hair tall full of energy and I can tell he already loves this trade. So I have a lathe job 8 inch long pc of 3 inch brass. Nothing crazy just a simple basic turning job keeping it simple to teach. I show jack the print and ask how are we gonna make this part? He looks at the print and proceeded to tell me how he would hold it in jaws and face the end rough the outside drill the front and finish the inside then finish the outside. I say sounds good let’s try it. And we go thru the setup part is sticking way out maybe 6 inches. We touch off tools and set zero. We program the tool paths and set some parameters depth of cut and feed rates. For a new programmer all this is a lot to take in and I can see he’s taking notes, I can also see some mistakes being made on process but I entertain doing it his way with my help. We cut the part and basics rough the part finish the part. Of course we had chatter outside and in. But we’re smart we offsetted the tools up and down as to not make scrap. We then made some adjustments to speed and feed to get rid of chatter. The cycle time was greatly increased. Prolly around 9 mins each part. The job was for 10 PCs. Jack felt accomplished and I could have let him run with it considering he did learn how the machine worked and how to touch off etc… but I wanted to teach him not just to make the part but how to make it the best way possible. So told him good job but there is a better way. We then took the standard hard jaws off and pulled out the schunk claw jaws. I explained how roughing the whole part out and finishing after caused the chatter because of how far out it was sticking and how thin the part walls were, and that in some cases you need to rough the outside and finish the outside before roughing inside and finishing inside. Also explaining that chatter comes from the tool not working hard enough. We made some adjustments to the program layout, and increased the speed feed and depth of cut on all cuts putting more pressure on the tools. We cut another part the cycle time dropped by 60 percent. Jack was shocked.. I said let’s push it some more, we did and cut the cycle time even further down. We erased any chatter. We did this a few times and at the end we were just under 2 mins cycle time and our part looked amazing. That was 6 months ago but jack still remembers that set up to this day and knows it’s never good enough, any set up can be improved and done faster, to never just say it’s good enough. Lesson one. Well I guess that’s all. 4.331 tall.