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This simple hinged hidden drawer arrangement utilises space under a workshop bench without cutting a pocket in the bench rail. The strength of the bench is protected and effective use of space in a small shop is made. Check out <a href="https://www.hwm-designs.com/" target="_blank">HWM Designs website</a> for more details of this build and other workshop projectsRob at HWM Designs Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15572847712061001920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2421535527890336592.post-19709866495077404482019-03-06T14:53:00.000-08:002019-03-06T14:53:01.086-08:00HWM Designs YouTube ChannelCheck out our refreshed HWM Designs <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/Peartreerob" target="_blank">YouTube channel</a> for your next workshop project. We have lots of builds and ideas to improve your shop.Rob at HWM Designs Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15572847712061001920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2421535527890336592.post-40287491582764834932019-02-12T14:40:00.001-08:002019-02-12T14:45:06.003-08:00Compressed air hose storage reels<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/UrnHDKDdTu0" width="480"></iframe><br />
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Visit our website at <a href="https://www.hwm-designs.com/" target="_blank">HWM Designs</a> for more details on this build and many other projects. We love to use up-cycled materials in our projects.Rob at HWM Designs Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15572847712061001920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2421535527890336592.post-11295037166016399542019-02-10T15:14:00.001-08:002019-02-10T15:14:17.252-08:00HWM Designs Web Resources<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/df4p9PitdRo" width="480"></iframe>Rob at HWM Designs Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15572847712061001920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2421535527890336592.post-66988693705525549362019-02-03T15:26:00.000-08:002019-02-03T15:26:23.059-08:00Workshop Projects from HWM Designs<br />
Here at <a href="https://www.hwm-designs.com/" target="_blank">HWM Designs</a>, we've been busy adding a few improvements to our workshop. We've added a simple air tool holder to the end of one of our benches. There are lots of similar holders to be found on the web but we've added a locking bar to prevent the tools being accidentally knocked out of the rack. The rack is an integral part of the bench end-cap that also ties the bench back to the wall.<br />
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Our air hose storage reels are made from up-cycled pallet wood and ply. They are lightweight but robust and keep stored hoses neat and tidy.<br />
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We've added a compressed air station to a wall in the workshop. Using a commercially available dryer and lubricator we've added separate outlets to allow for dry air and dry oiled air. Dry air is essential for paint spraying and the oiled air is used for drills and die grinders.<br />
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Here at HMW Designs, we have found that 3D PDF images are a powerful way to understand plans. 3D PDF is a widely available Adobe format that can be accessed on a wide range of devices. You can download our 3D PDF model of the kart at <a href="http://www.electric-go-kart.co.uk/" target="_blank">www.electric-go-kart.co.uk</a> Rob at HWM Designs Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15572847712061001920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2421535527890336592.post-50714309935949045612018-02-19T15:05:00.000-08:002018-02-21T09:19:49.036-08:00Build an Electric Kart<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Rob at HWM Designs Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15572847712061001920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2421535527890336592.post-83614726029684810182013-01-19T20:51:00.002-08:002013-01-19T20:57:01.689-08:00Design ideas and where to find themWe like to hunt out radical designs and superb creativity. In our view, the hot rod and custom bike industry often leads the way in stretching standards and in opening up radical lines of design. We've linked to some good hot rod Facebook pages that you can reach from HWM Designs Ltd Facebook page:<br />
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The rat rod designs you'll find on posted on their page are great examples of pushing the limits of design and thinking. If you're into any form of metal working or generally like all things automotive, you should check them out.<br />
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<br />Rob at HWM Designs Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15572847712061001920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2421535527890336592.post-59980681000169529562013-01-04T20:25:00.001-08:002013-01-04T20:25:57.316-08:00Welding Tips and InformationWe get many questions about how to weld the frame for our electric kart (<a href="http://www.electric-go-kart.co.uk/">www.electric-go-kart.co.uk</a>). We'll post a few links to good websites, Twitter feeds and Facebook pages over the next few days that publish helpful welding information and tips.<br />
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You'll find some very useful videos and projects that will help improve your welding techniques.<br />
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The frame for our electric kart is a simple welding project, so don't be put off, a little MMA or MIG welding practice is all you'll need before you can get on and build the kart. As with anything you make, the sense of achievement and satisfaction you get from learning new skills and completing the project is hard to beat.<br />
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Rob at HWM Designs Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15572847712061001920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2421535527890336592.post-42813893000688100602012-08-05T15:43:00.003-07:002012-08-06T14:45:53.238-07:00Engineering ExtremesHere are some pictures of a 1947 Formula 3 car we took at the <a href="http://mshed.org/">M Shed</a> in Bristol (UK). Bristol is home to many great engineers and engineering projects; Brunel's SS Great Britain and many famous aircraft including the Bristol Brabazon and Concorde. We really liked the simple and clean engineering on the Formula 3 car, every part had a purpose and it was beautifully constructed.<br />
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Tonight NASA will attempt to land their Mars Curiosity Rover after a 9 month journey to the red planet. The Curiosity Rover and the Formula 3 car are poles apart in time, complexity and ambition but they both share the common theme of great engineering and good design. We're all wishing the NASA team the best of luck with the landing. You can follow progress on <a href="http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv/index.html">Nasa TV.</a></div>
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<br />Rob at HWM Designs Ltdhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15572847712061001920noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2421535527890336592.post-29716550130922359852012-06-21T15:15:00.000-07:002012-06-21T15:15:54.736-07:00Rendering with KerkytheaI've just been re-experimenting with Kerkythea 2008 to render some CAD images of the kart. The power of this program is outstanding when coupled to a reasonable specification PC with 6-8 GB of memory. Render times are quick and every parameter imaginable can be adjusted.<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-weight: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Our current design is an electric kart for kids. It features a steel frame and is a good first welding project, once you’ve got the basics mastered. The frame is a simple welding task and can be made using a stick (MMA), MIG or TIG welder.</span></b><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 15px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-weight: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Kids of all ages love to get involved in making fun things, particularly if they get to drive it when it’s finished. You can download the plans for the kart from </span><a href="http://www.electric-go-kart.co.uk./" style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-weight: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">www.electric-go-kart.co.uk.</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-weight: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> The kart plans are free!</span><br />
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