MidsouthMakers now has big guns

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Ben Eishen

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Oct 26, 2012, 9:36:50 AM10/26/12
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Brad has graciously loaned us a jet brand metal mill and lathe. Thanks brad! As always don't operate tools in the shop unless you have a full understanding on how to operate them.

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Ben S. Eishen
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9160 Hwy. 64, Suite 12-302, Lakeland, TN 38002
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John Wood

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Oct 26, 2012, 9:41:42 AM10/26/12
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Hootie Hoo! Thank you very much Brad!

So how do go about getting checked out on these?

John

John Wood

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Nov 5, 2012, 5:01:47 PM11/5/12
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So how do WE go about getting checked out on these?

MemphisArtGuy

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Nov 5, 2012, 5:06:47 PM11/5/12
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RTFM?

John Wood

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Nov 5, 2012, 5:08:12 PM11/5/12
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RTFM is a given but that may not be the only thing to achieve MM Approval. That's why I asked.

Ben Eishen

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Nov 5, 2012, 5:10:30 PM11/5/12
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These tools are close to a number 10 on dangerous level. Currently I do not feel comfortable training anyone on the mill or lathe. As all of our tools, we have not implemented any kind of check out procedure. I would say if you understand the risk and feel comfortable running the tools, knock yourself out (Figuratively please :) ).

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John Wood

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Nov 5, 2012, 5:11:34 PM11/5/12
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that's all I needed to hear. thanks Ben

Mark Turnage

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Nov 5, 2012, 5:30:09 PM11/5/12
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Please listen to Ben on this. These two tools, especially the lathe, are heavy-duty enough to screw your day, week and entire life up _real_ quick. If you don't believe me (and you have a strong stomach) google 'lathe accident'. This isn't 'quickly-read-a-web-page and the FM and you're ready to go' kind of stuff.
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MemphisArtGuy

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Nov 6, 2012, 1:33:47 PM11/6/12
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Might I add, we should use the buddy system, that way if your arm gets ripped off you dont have to worry about dialing 911 before you pass out or go in to shock.

-Dru
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