Adam, I've watched most, if not all your content for about three years, now. As a senior with children and grandchildren; I believe your Grandfather and Father would be very proud of you as a person and proud of your accomplishments and what you will accomplish. One proud viewer (and Grandpa) who will continue to watch your content. Thank you
I love it every time he uses a tool and points out that it was his dad or granddad’s. I watch every video until the end just to see that picture. Warms my heart every time.
Who else is freaking stoked for the Abomb future. I know I am! I love any machine work manual and CNC. I believe Adam has such a great approach in his vids. We’ll all learn something here.
I'm not a Machinist but I'm an Automotive and Marine Diagnostic Technician and I love Your Videos. they Teach Me quite a bit about machining and You have a Great Way of Presenting Your Information Thank You Very Much.
This set up with Milltronics is amazing!! I used to set up and run CNC's back in the 80's ... a bit different then, the programs were saved on Teletype paper rolls with thousands of little holes punched in them. :)
I really liked the smile on your face. You are going to love CNC. One of the BIG decisions you will have to make is the CAD/CAM program you intend to use. I purchased a new HAAS TM-1P toolroom mill back in 2007 equipped with 10 station tool changer, reinshaw wireless probing system, coolant pump and some other extras. When the technician first stepped up to the machine and punched several buttons and the machine took the tool out of the spindle and put it away in the proper tool changer slot and picked a new one and installed it in the spindle I was amazed. Then to my surprise the technician said it was my turn. My friend was video taping the training session and said I had the deer in the headlights look when I looked at the keyboard and hoped to pick the right keys to make the magic happen. I slowly approached the keyboard with my finger and the technician said I was "getting close" to the correct key. I felt like I was playing pin the tail on the donkey. Ha Ha I know you will enjoy the adventure and make some beautiful parts and I will enjoy watching your channel as you enter the world of CNC.
Adam, as a 30+ year industrial machine service guy, I would strongly advise you to make hard copies and scans of all the machine manufacturer documentation (schematics, specs, etc.) and keep those copies in files on your computer and in your office. Also leave the originals in the control panel - just have the others for backup if needed. All the stuff from Yaskawa and any other third party component manufacturer is typically available as a free downloads online, so you don't need to copy that stuff, but it would be nice to go ahead and download digital backups when you have time. All machines eventually have problems and need to be fixed. Without the proper drawings and other documentation, tracking down one loose/broken wire in a critical circuit can easily take most of a day. That's a day of paying for the service guy, and the lost production time of the machine. I charge pretty much middle of the road for what I do at around $100/hr. Downtime on a machine like that can easily surpass $500/hr. depending on conditions. That means getting your machine up and running in two hours as opposed to 12 hours could be the difference between costing $700, or over $7000.
Guys, don't worry or fret. Adam is merely expanding his capabilities. These are serious toys meant for serious, high-production or highly-complex parts. Adam is expanding his repetoire, and will likely involve hiring additional capabilities as his orders grown. Adam has obviously determined that he wants to expand, and likely some 20 years down the way, sell his operation. With those goals in mind, it is wise to grown into the future. Good job, Adam.
Two great names from Minnesota coming down to serve you. My wife and I moved down here to Florida from Waconia MN the home of Milltronics 4 years ago! Awesome company. And they put it on a Truck from Cambria Countertops home towned in Le Seuer, MN. You choose wisely! Can't wait to see the chips fly!
I attend the CNC course at Saunders. The instructor was super and after the class my CNC skills improved dramatically. Kevin from Mechanical Advantage was the instructor. The class was broken down into two 3 day sessions. The first 3 days focused on CAD and the next 3 days focused on CAM. I only took the CAM course. It was well worth the time and money spent on the course.
That was the scariest unloading I've seen in a long time. There is zero excuse for them doing something that dangerous! No attempt to assess the load prior to lifting, poor control of the telehandler, and those forks were not the right size for that load with the loading point so close to the tips I was waiting for them to fail. That whole couple of minutes is a textbook example of a 'swiss cheese' failure in action. I appreciate that sometimes you bring the wrong tool the job, but lifting loads is a dangerous activity. The crew should not have attempted that lift until they had secured the correct attachment and the guy who gave the okay to start moving backward needs training on his role. At 5:55 in he spots the problem with the load starting to fall off the forks (the strength of the pallet is the only thing keeping it on at that point), and they should have immediately stopped, lifted the load level to take the load off the tips and get that back on the truck bed asap. The operator can't tilt it back because that would increase the load on the tips further and make failure more likely. The hi vis guy then talks to the operator and you can see the actual moment the decision to let the pallet and fork tips take the load down to the ground is made and they pull back further *in case the load falls off*. Scary stuff. If that was not on a metal pallet you would have had a very different outcome. Safety rules are mostly written in the blood of the people who thought 'that will be good enough' before you. It doesn't matter how much the delay costs, it is *never* too much to do it safely.
Adam I am sure that the forklift driver is going to drop something Glad to see the Shop coming together for you, man You are putting together a scream of a shop!!!!!!!!
Wow, that had me puckered up also!!! I come from a 35 year career in industrial mechanical contracting and I can tell you that forklift operator wouldn't last long on one of my jobs.
Carry that torch brother. You do your ancestors proud! Do you wear the Booth Machine Shop hat everytime it's new machine day? America needs more men and women like you, get back to what made America great, making the best stuff in the world.
Adam, when the tech comes to set up your machines and do the training , make sure you video EVERYTHING! There will be so much information it will be difficult to remember it all. Just video all of it so you can go back and take a look at what he shows you. I can't even remember what I had for breakfast let alone all the stuff on the CNC control! You're going to love these machines!
If the heavy equipment movers ever watch this video, they will not be too happy with forklift operator almost losing the load by not tilting it back, Wow it was close. I used to manage a large printing facility with some really big iron, large sheet fed multi color presses weighing over 50,000 lbs. I remember those days when those presses were delivered and the movers were beyond professional. That crew just seemed a bit off a bit new, but it all worked out. CNC is exciting, I remember when we added our first computer to plate prepress system.
Oh boy, my dream come true, not only the perfekt Mix of manual and cnc content but also a full episode of John Saunders and Adam Booth in the same video.... I am happy for you, Adam.
Nice to hear about your new journey. Let me make a comment about your class you are taking. Don't bother with filming something the most important thing is that you soak up as much knowledge as possible. I would recommend to do a video aftermath in which you explain and teach what you have learned. By doing that you solidify your knowledge and raise some new questions for your self you have to work on. Perfect excercise!
Hi Adam. Wow that was nerve wracking watching the grunts unload it. The tele-handler although rated at 10k lbs was overmatched to tilt the cnc back to level. Also metal skid on metal forks is a recipe for disaster. I didn’t see any chaining to zoom boom, so cnc could’ve just slipped off of forks!! Wow were they lucky!
Boy was I cringing when the guy was lowering your new machine to the ground. Thought that baby was leaning way too far forward as he was lowering it to the ground. Looks neat. Can hardly wait to see ya going even more precision on your new machines. We’ll all have a fun time with that. Can hardly wait.
What an adventure. I’ve been watching since random pieces of your ceiling were falling down in the home shop, now you have full blown cnc capabilities. Keep on pushing Adam.
Adam, Congratulations! What a great addition to your shop. I see the man lift is gone. I was going to suggest that you hang your ball cap collection from the ceiling beams. Maybe you can run some wires at a high enough height to hang them above the shop, out of the way. I still think you need an ABOM79 sticker on the beam of the Gorbel crane. Bob
I really like that you are venturing into CNC. I know some of your hardcore manual machining followers may not understand. The use of a CNC machine in a most all shops is a standard now. The Milltronics is a great brand. You have the Tool room style machines - especially the lathe. Tool room machinist is what you do. Easy to setup and program
I've been watching you for a while, and I'm looking forward to you going down the CNC journey with all of your manual machining knowledge. It'll be fun to watch.
Thank you for showing who did the rigging. They are poor outfit. Wrong equipment to unload. That driver has poor understanding of transporting loads with the load tipped wrong. Then not bringing the proper jacks. It was a miracle that machine wasn't dropped. Now I can sit back and enjoy the rest of the video. This is impressive shop Adam.
The guy leaning to support the load had me shaking my head. Especially the guy who tried to catch a couple thousand pound machine, when the lift drive hit the brakes to hard.🙄
Another great looking machine. Just going all out in your new shop. Really happy for you. As a retired electrician, just keep the space clear around your electrical panel. It was 3' of clearance around yor panel. Different counties n cities have different requirements. Best of luck using your new CNC machines, can't wait. Thanks so much for sharing.
I've been involved in getting some heavy machinery moved recently at work and the guys we bring in use air skakes for this kind of job and much heavier equpment. Makes it really easy to move it in any direction, spin around etc etc. A large conventional counterbalance forklift would probably have also been better suited than a telehandler. But, they got it in there safely, looking forward to seeing the first chips.
It has been great watching your progress. Welcome to the rabbit hole that is CNC. With you classic understanding of machining , you are way ahead of the game. Enjoy the trip down the rabbit hole.
Forklift op needs trained real bad wow. Why didn't they come in at the angle and boom out nearer the position Adam marked . Hats off to how calm Adam was ,I would have lost the plot with these guys .
Yes, the tele driver made a grave mistake here. He unloaded from the wrong side of the truck. That said, once he's made the mistake, it's not that obvious from the cab. I cannot understand how precessional riggers didn't realise while they were fulfilling the banksman role. Watching them unloading it from the truck, I was relieved that they put it on the deck asap. When I saw them moving the machine into the shop, loaded from the wrong side of the pallet with short forks, I couldn't believe my eyes. Thank god the pallet was so sturdy. It saved an expensive mistake It's a good example of how a series of human error nearly led to a catastrophe: The truck driver should have known that the load needed to be unloaded from the left side. The tele operator should have checked the load on the pallet before mucking in. The banksmen should have advised the operator that the load was too front heavy for the length of the forks. Ultimately the responsibility lies with the telehandler operator. They are the one with the licence, they needed to do their checks. Full stop. That said, once the mistake had been made, the banksmen had the most obvious view of what was wrong. How they didn't point it out is beyond me. As for the truck driver, nobody in their right mind should trust their judgement anyway. Sometimes they're great, sometimes they're this guy. You just don't know. They have no responsibility for how the load is handled on or off their truck. You should always check. Disappointing. If I were Adam, I wouldn't touch that rigging company with a barge pole.
You're going to have fun with the CNC. I installed the first CNC equipment in the plant that I as working at 40 years ago. It was a game changer then. The controls are light years better today
The machine looked like it was too heavy for the forklift. It's likely why it wouldn't tilt back during unload and why the boom couldn't be extended during setting. Using Oblique steering is always a blast! Look forward to you learning how to use the new tools!
Adam, I am very happy to see you are getting into CNC. There is a world of need for good CNC programmers. You are going to have a blast learning Fusion 360. I am sure you will be surprised by the demand that there is for machining parts.
I’ve got zero experience moving large machines, but I do have a lot of experience moving around huge brewery equipment (tanks, etc) in really sketch conditions. I am also an Adam fan and not st all a hater of him or his business development. That having been said, I’d probably not hire that rigger again if for no other reason than my blood pressure. A 15 ton cushion tire forklift with 8ft extensions could have handled that with far less drama.
Cnc's are really cool. I use to operate three Maho's and a pallet transporting system. These machines were 5 axis machines. They all interface with each other. It was a elaborate system. I had to go to a tech school to learn cnc's and manuals
What a lot of people don't understand is that CNC equipment can still be controlled manually. And therefore much more flexible than a manual only mill/lathe. Also, knowing both worlds means you've really mastered manufacturing to a whole new level. If you don't like it, rip off your DRO and be a purist. But remember that this is his shop. Not yours.
Slight difference with manual operation compared to traditional is the loss of haptics.... The feel through the wheel that gives the experienced machinist information on the condition of cutting and clues about tool wear. In CNC those things have to be replaced by measurement and algorithms... the latter are only as good as the people who built them.
Once I have milltronics rh20 milling machine and love it. I made a lot of wonderfull parts and the machine was rock solid. All axis box ways and 7.5kw spindle.I'm sure you will love this machine. Congratations on new machine
Wow - amazing machines. I have a feeling you will be hiring a few people to fully utilize your new machining resources. Absolutely love your new shop and looking forward to some cool Milltronics videos.
Adam, very happy for you. Wish you the best in the learning process. I like that you are always trying to look toward new things. I'm sure Dad and Grandpa are very proud of you.
So glad you and Sanders Machine are working together. I've watched both of your channels grow over time! Thank You for sharing your journey with the world.
Adam, the video work of the unwrapping was at a quality level that I haven't seen. The thought process that went into the editting was really well thought out.
Your going to love those CNC machines. As long as the program is correct they are great. I ran several different types of CNC machines along with the manuals. I could also write the programs for the machines. I was also one of 2 people in the shop that could operate the 2 5 axis machines.
Adam that forklift operator wasn’t paying attention to maintaining the level of the load. I believe that forklift has an auto leveling feature on the fork controls. I really thought the mill was going to be damaged. Glad it came off intact.
Looked like he didn't have the right forks for the load. Hard to tell from where I was sitting, but too short of a fork for a load will almost completely negate any benefit from tilt-back features - whether automatic or manual. Also, bringing the skid in a limited space area like that makes me think the riggers didn't really plan this move out very well.
The journey begins. I think you are going to create some very interesting parts with those two machines. It's good you are keeping the manual machines close by. You will probably get the urge to turn handles and feel the machine doing its work. Nice, very Nice!
Looking forward to seeing what you're going to produce with those big blue machines! I'd be looking at the sorts of thing that 'Hand tool rescue' make and sell. there's always people wanting the kind of high quality, old-school tools that you just can't buy any more, and if they've got Booth machine shop written on them, even better!
I have immensely enjoyed your videos for years. One of the reasons is that you demonstrate techniques from which most of us lesser talented amateur machinists can learn. I am certain watching your new toy work and the new skills you will learn will be fun to watch. However, there are a lot of channels showing CNC machines at work. If you abandon your lathes, mills, and other machines I feel it will hurt the channel. Most of us will never own a CNC or have the opportunity to do CNC work! I wish you the best with the new equipment.
There is no way our boy is going all CNC. Manual dude through and through. I know it sounds insane, but it isn't inconceivable that adam might one day use the shaper, or other ancient tech to make a component to improve the CNC mills. Being a partnership with the manufacturer will make that less required, but certainly not out of the question.
Really looking forward to watching your progress and learning on CNC. If you decide to make a tool for sale to your viewers you better make 10,000 units for the first order LOL! Great stuff Adam! Can''t wait!
Rigging is a scary thing. My past employer was getting one of their old 10 ton VTLs out and one the rigging crew was working underneath and was crushed. One of our maintenance was working underneath with but was not present when the lathe fell. Everyone on that shift had ptsd. A guy on our shift expressed our concerns about the safety of our environment and the owner took it as an insult. It was the rigging crew that was at fault, however; it was the owner that hired the riggers. The guy left a widow and two kids.
The guy lying on the floor behind the new toy didn't seem too concerned about getting squashed by that big ass telescopic rental unit's operator. Figure if the guy didn't dump it getting it off the truck , that should be good enough skill to stick your head in the lion's mouth.
Adam, your shop is really coming together! Great work on the equipment setup - looks neat and efficient! Love the brand posters too - especially the Starrett one. 100% BIG TIME.
I have been trying to learn Fusion 360 on my own. It is not as simple as my first exposure to 3D design program Solid Edge many, many years ago. That is a very nice looking unit there. Congrats on the new addition to the shop and thanks very much for sharing.
Another beautiful machine Adam! Good luck on your schooling, I know with your experience that you’ll grasp it quickly. God bless my friend, take care and stay safe!🙏🎚🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾
Congrats on obtaining your CNC equipment. Many of us are eager to watch the progress. I have a Haas TM1 mill and a Haas TL1 lathe. Both machines have really increased shop capability. I do a lot of modifications to racing shock absorbers for a local race shop. Hopefully Stan doesn’t give you too much flak.
I wish I knew a manufacturer who would give me over $100,000 worth of machinery. I’ve been given several hundred dollar’s worth, but this is an entirely different level.
Hi Adam, was wondering why you're putting the machine on two concrete pads? Where I work the rule of thumb was to have a machine sitting on a single pad
Nervous as a cat in a meat house when that machine was pulled off the truck and the forks of the JCB were tilted at the wrong angle , they had luck on their side that day. Glad your new machine is in place Adam, best wishes for the future.😃
First time I've noticed Adam wearing a nice watch in the shop. Congrats man, been watching for years, and feels like a milestone. Hope it means good things. Best regards-
America needs more manual operation job shop machinists. However, it it makes sense that CNC skills are necessary to be part of a complete service shop. Anytime you need more than 2 or 3 of anything, CNC shines👍
Adam, I've watched most, if not all your content for about three years, now. As a senior with children and grandchildren; I believe your Grandfather and Father would be very proud of you as a person and proud of your accomplishments and what you will accomplish. One proud viewer (and Grandpa) who will continue to watch your content. Thank you
@David Calkins nicely put, Sir. I was thinking the same thing. 👍👍👊👊
I love it every time he uses a tool and points out that it was his dad or granddad’s. I watch every video until the end just to see that picture. Warms my heart every time.
Well said👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
There's a lot to be said for respecting your elders.
Who else is freaking stoked for the Abomb future. I know I am! I love any machine work manual and CNC. I believe Adam has such a great approach in his vids. We’ll all learn something here.
WOW. I'm not a professional rigger so I'm not going to say anything, but I think I'd be calling other riggers in the future.
I'm not a Machinist but I'm an Automotive and Marine Diagnostic Technician and I love Your Videos. they Teach Me quite a bit about machining and You have a Great Way of Presenting Your Information Thank You Very Much.
What the hell is wrong with your shift key?
CNC is very much like manual machining. However instead of making the mistakes yourself, you tell the machine to do it for you.
Trouble is, if you aren’t watching, they make a lot of then in a row…
Most used comment when starting out. Where the f*** are you going.
It helps you to make mistakes much faster and more impressively.
This set up with Milltronics is amazing!! I used to set up and run CNC's back in the 80's ... a bit different then, the programs were saved on Teletype paper rolls with thousands of little holes punched in them. :)
I really liked the smile on your face. You are going to love CNC. One of the BIG decisions you will have to make is the CAD/CAM program you intend to use. I purchased a new HAAS TM-1P toolroom mill back in 2007 equipped with 10 station tool changer, reinshaw wireless probing system, coolant pump and some other extras. When the technician first stepped up to the machine and punched several buttons and the machine took the tool out of the spindle and put it away in the proper tool changer slot and picked a new one and installed it in the spindle I was amazed. Then to my surprise the technician said it was my turn. My friend was video
taping the training session and said I had the deer in the headlights look when I looked at the keyboard and hoped to pick the right keys to make the magic happen. I slowly approached the keyboard with my finger and the technician said I was "getting close" to the correct key. I felt like I was playing pin the tail on the donkey. Ha Ha
I know you will enjoy the adventure and make some beautiful parts and I will enjoy watching your channel as you enter the world of CNC.
Adam, as a 30+ year industrial machine service guy, I would strongly advise you to make hard copies and scans of all the machine manufacturer documentation (schematics, specs, etc.) and keep those copies in files on your computer and in your office.
Also leave the originals in the control panel - just have the others for backup if needed.
All the stuff from Yaskawa and any other third party component manufacturer is typically available as a free downloads online, so you don't need to copy that stuff, but it would be nice to go ahead and download digital backups when you have time.
All machines eventually have problems and need to be fixed. Without the proper drawings and other documentation, tracking down one loose/broken wire in a critical circuit can easily take most of a day. That's a day of paying for the service guy, and the lost production time of the machine.
I charge pretty much middle of the road for what I do at around $100/hr. Downtime on a machine like that can easily surpass $500/hr. depending on conditions.
That means getting your machine up and running in two hours as opposed to 12 hours could be the difference between costing $700, or over $7000.
Guys, don't worry or fret. Adam is merely expanding his capabilities. These are serious toys meant for serious, high-production or highly-complex parts. Adam is expanding his repetoire, and will likely involve hiring additional capabilities as his orders grown. Adam has obviously determined that he wants to expand, and likely some 20 years down the way, sell his operation. With those goals in mind, it is wise to grown into the future. Good job, Adam.
@CMTeamCobra Thank you. However, they are quicker than manual maching
Old school ( real ) machining meets new high tech manufacturing. Outstanding
Two great names from Minnesota coming down to serve you. My wife and I moved down here to Florida from Waconia MN the home of Milltronics 4 years ago! Awesome company. And they put it on a Truck from Cambria Countertops home towned in Le Seuer, MN. You choose wisely! Can't wait to see the chips fly!
I attend the CNC course at Saunders. The instructor was super and after the class my CNC skills improved dramatically. Kevin from Mechanical Advantage was the instructor. The class was broken down into two 3 day sessions. The first 3 days focused on CAD and the next 3 days focused on CAM. I only took the CAM course. It was well worth the time and money spent on the course.
Somehow I enjoy seeing Adam get a new machine almost as much as if I'd recieved it myself.
That was the scariest unloading I've seen in a long time. There is zero excuse for them doing something that dangerous! No attempt to assess the load prior to lifting, poor control of the telehandler, and those forks were not the right size for that load with the loading point so close to the tips I was waiting for them to fail. That whole couple of minutes is a textbook example of a 'swiss cheese' failure in action.
I appreciate that sometimes you bring the wrong tool the job, but lifting loads is a dangerous activity. The crew should not have attempted that lift until they had secured the correct attachment and the guy who gave the okay to start moving backward needs training on his role. At 5:55 in he spots the problem with the load starting to fall off the forks (the strength of the pallet is the only thing keeping it on at that point), and they should have immediately stopped, lifted the load level to take the load off the tips and get that back on the truck bed asap. The operator can't tilt it back because that would increase the load on the tips further and make failure more likely. The hi vis guy then talks to the operator and you can see the actual moment the decision to let the pallet and fork tips take the load down to the ground is made and they pull back further *in case the load falls off*. Scary stuff. If that was not on a metal pallet you would have had a very different outcome.
Safety rules are mostly written in the blood of the people who thought 'that will be good enough' before you. It doesn't matter how much the delay costs, it is *never* too much to do it safely.
Adam I am sure that the forklift driver is going to drop something Glad to see the Shop coming together for you, man You are putting together a scream of a shop!!!!!!!!
Shout out to Milltronics for supporting Adam!!! Can’t wait to see these machines in operation!
Wow, that had me puckered up also!!! I come from a 35 year career in industrial mechanical contracting and I can tell you that forklift operator wouldn't last long on one of my jobs.
Was there any damage?
excited to share it with us? Adam, you’re absolutely ECSTATIC! Your ear-to-ear grins say it all! Hearty congratulations, Sir! 👍👍👊👊
I'm glad the driver eventually found the tilt function while in the shop - that was close when he unloaded it
Carry that torch brother. You do your ancestors proud! Do you wear the Booth Machine Shop hat everytime it's new machine day? America needs more men and women like you, get back to what made America great, making the best stuff in the world.
i always knew they did things a little differently in florida but watching these guys work now i think i understand....
I love my Milltronics VK3. Met her when she was 3. Brought her home for shop fun at 14. Now 25 and she still makes me happy pushing her buttons! 😂
Adam, i follow you and Curtis of CEE. You all are the very best
Adam, when the tech comes to set up your machines and do the training , make sure you video EVERYTHING! There will be so much information it will be difficult to remember it all. Just video all of it so you can go back and take a look at what he shows you. I can't even remember what I had for breakfast let alone all the stuff on the CNC control! You're going to love these machines!
If the heavy equipment movers ever watch this video, they will not be too happy with forklift operator almost losing the load by not tilting it back, Wow it was close. I used to manage a large printing facility with some really big iron, large sheet fed multi color presses weighing over 50,000 lbs. I remember those days when those presses were delivered and the movers were beyond professional. That crew just seemed a bit off a bit new, but it all worked out.
CNC is exciting, I remember when we added our first computer to plate prepress system.
Oh boy, my dream come true, not only the perfekt Mix of manual and cnc content but also a full episode of John Saunders and Adam Booth in the same video.... I am happy for you, Adam.
Nice to hear about your new journey.
Let me make a comment about your class you are taking.
Don't bother with filming something the most important thing is that you soak up as much knowledge as possible. I would recommend to do a video aftermath in which you explain and teach what you have learned. By doing that you solidify your knowledge and raise some new questions for your self you have to work on. Perfect excercise!
Hi Adam. Wow that was nerve wracking watching the grunts unload it. The tele-handler although rated at 10k lbs was overmatched to tilt the cnc back to level. Also metal skid on metal forks is a recipe for disaster. I didn’t see any chaining to zoom boom, so cnc could’ve just slipped off of forks!! Wow were they lucky!
We use jcb telehandler day in day out the guy was untrained on it ,legs down and tilt back ,expensive load to practice on
@@chriswild2458 : The stabilizing legs have no bearing on the weight that can be curled.
Boy was I cringing when the guy was lowering your new machine to the ground. Thought that baby was leaning way too far forward as he was lowering it to the ground. Looks neat. Can hardly wait to see ya going even more precision on your new machines. We’ll all have a fun time with that. Can hardly wait.
What an adventure. I’ve been watching since random pieces of your ceiling were falling down in the home shop, now you have full blown cnc capabilities. Keep on pushing Adam.
First time I’ve ever seen one of those accordion trailers opening. That’s pretty cool
I do not like unboxing videos. But I can watch an unwrapping of a new machine all day. congratulations 🎉🎊
Adam,
Congratulations! What a great addition to your shop.
I see the man lift is gone. I was going to suggest that you hang your ball cap collection from the ceiling beams. Maybe you can run some wires at a high enough height to hang them above the shop, out of the way.
I still think you need an ABOM79 sticker on the beam of the Gorbel crane.
Bob
I really like that you are venturing into CNC. I know some of your hardcore manual machining followers may not understand. The use of a CNC machine in a most all shops is a standard now. The Milltronics is a great brand. You have the Tool room style machines - especially the lathe. Tool room machinist is what you do. Easy to setup and program
It was very interesting watching Alvin Simon and Theodore bring that machine into the shop.
@@tomgiorgini9154 Thanks. Glad someone got the reference.
I've been watching you for a while, and I'm looking forward to you going down the CNC journey with all of your manual machining knowledge. It'll be fun to watch.
Thank you for showing who did the rigging. They are poor outfit. Wrong equipment to unload. That driver has poor understanding of transporting loads with the load tipped wrong. Then not bringing the proper jacks.
It was a miracle that machine wasn't dropped.
Now I can sit back and enjoy the rest of the video.
This is impressive shop Adam.
The guy leaning to support the load had me shaking my head. Especially the guy who tried to catch a couple thousand pound machine, when the lift drive hit the brakes to hard.🙄
Was there any damage?
@@paulcopeland9035
There is a right way and many bad ways. Like people working under a car that is held up with cinder block.
Another great looking machine. Just going all out in your new shop. Really happy for you. As a retired electrician, just keep the space clear around your electrical panel. It was 3' of clearance around yor panel. Different counties n cities have different requirements. Best of luck using your new CNC machines, can't wait. Thanks so much for sharing.
I tensed up so much when the forklift operator wasn't leveling the forks LOL holy
Looking forward to seeing both cnc's running. I think you are really going to enjoy making parts on them....good luck!!
I've been involved in getting some heavy machinery moved recently at work and the guys we bring in use air skakes for this kind of job and much heavier equpment. Makes it really easy to move it in any direction, spin around etc etc. A large conventional counterbalance forklift would probably have also been better suited than a telehandler. But, they got it in there safely, looking forward to seeing the first chips.
Yes, I'd rather have seen Brian Block @bcbloc02 handling that with his Cummins Hyster, to save Abom's nerves at least
It has been great watching your progress. Welcome to the rabbit hole that is CNC. With you classic understanding of machining , you are way ahead of the game. Enjoy the trip down the rabbit hole.
Forklift op needs trained real bad wow. Why didn't they come in at the angle and boom out nearer the position Adam marked . Hats off to how calm Adam was ,I would have lost the plot with these guys .
I was nervous about the tilt when lowering from the trailer deck.
@@Ddabig40mac The guy should not have been operating that equipment .
What a time to O.J.T., geez?!
There's always arm chair quarterbacks.
Yes, the tele driver made a grave mistake here. He unloaded from the wrong side of the truck. That said, once he's made the mistake, it's not that obvious from the cab. I cannot understand how precessional riggers didn't realise while they were fulfilling the banksman role. Watching them unloading it from the truck, I was relieved that they put it on the deck asap. When I saw them moving the machine into the shop, loaded from the wrong side of the pallet with short forks, I couldn't believe my eyes. Thank god the pallet was so sturdy. It saved an expensive mistake
It's a good example of how a series of human error nearly led to a catastrophe:
The truck driver should have known that the load needed to be unloaded from the left side.
The tele operator should have checked the load on the pallet before mucking in.
The banksmen should have advised the operator that the load was too front heavy for the length of the forks.
Ultimately the responsibility lies with the telehandler operator. They are the one with the licence, they needed to do their checks. Full stop.
That said, once the mistake had been made, the banksmen had the most obvious view of what was wrong. How they didn't point it out is beyond me.
As for the truck driver, nobody in their right mind should trust their judgement anyway. Sometimes they're great, sometimes they're this guy. You just don't know. They have no responsibility for how the load is handled on or off their truck. You should always check.
Disappointing. If I were Adam, I wouldn't touch that rigging company with a barge pole.
You're going to have fun with the CNC. I installed the first CNC equipment in the plant that I as working at 40 years ago. It was a game changer then. The controls are light years better today
The machine looked like it was too heavy for the forklift. It's likely why it wouldn't tilt back during unload and why the boom couldn't be extended during setting. Using Oblique steering is always a blast! Look forward to you learning how to use the new tools!
Someone posted that if he dropped the stability pads the forks and boom are able to be moved.
Adam, I am very happy to see you are getting into CNC. There is a world of need for good CNC programmers. You are going to have a blast learning Fusion 360. I am sure you will be surprised by the demand that there is for machining parts.
I’ve got zero experience moving large machines, but I do have a lot of experience moving around huge brewery equipment (tanks, etc) in really sketch conditions. I am also an Adam fan and not st all a hater of him or his business development. That having been said, I’d probably not hire that rigger again if for no other reason than my blood pressure. A 15 ton cushion tire forklift with 8ft extensions could have handled that with far less drama.
Cnc's are really cool. I use to operate three Maho's and a pallet transporting system. These machines were 5 axis machines. They all interface with each other. It was a elaborate system. I had to go to a tech school to learn cnc's and manuals
What a lot of people don't understand is that CNC equipment can still be controlled manually. And therefore much more flexible than a manual only mill/lathe.
Also, knowing both worlds means you've really mastered manufacturing to a whole new level.
If you don't like it, rip off your DRO and be a purist. But remember that this is his shop. Not yours.
Slight difference with manual operation compared to traditional is the loss of haptics.... The feel through the wheel that gives the experienced machinist information on the condition of cutting and clues about tool wear.
In CNC those things have to be replaced by measurement and algorithms... the latter are only as good as the people who built them.
Once I have milltronics rh20 milling machine and love it. I made a lot of wonderfull parts and the machine was rock solid. All axis box ways and 7.5kw spindle.I'm sure you will love this machine. Congratations on new machine
i wish more people would do unboxing like AvE does. So much more interesting with a chainsaw
Glad for your partnership. It's good to see that smile on your face when a new tool comes in.
I don't often comment but I nearly had a stroke watching that telehandler operator
No matter the age, new toys are always exciting. 😎
Wow - amazing machines. I have a feeling you will be hiring a few people to fully utilize your new machining resources. Absolutely love your new shop and looking forward to some cool Milltronics videos.
Adam, very happy for you. Wish you the best in the learning process. I like that you are always trying to look toward new things. I'm sure Dad and Grandpa are very proud of you.
I'm with you on the tilting thing. WTH was the guy doing?
So glad you and Sanders Machine are working together. I've watched both of your channels grow over time! Thank You for sharing your journey with the world.
Wow Adam, you’ve done well for yourself, follow your dream and keep up the good work man. Really enjoy your videos, keep them coming
Adam, the video work of the unwrapping was at a quality level that I haven't seen. The thought process that went into the editting was really well thought out.
Great video, those riggers scared the daylights outta me when they didn't tilt back with the load on. Looking forward to seeing you learn CNC.
Your going to love those CNC machines. As long as the program is correct they are great. I ran several different types of CNC machines along with the manuals. I could also write the programs for the machines. I was also one of 2 people in the shop that could operate the 2 5 axis machines.
Even the delivery truck is cool!!!! Love that Griffin logo.
Cambria is the old names for Wales, the Dragon is a symbol of Wales, so I assume the companies owners have a Welsh connection.
It is wonderful that your new shop is a showpiece for the latest equipment and technology! The capabilities of these tools are astounding!
Adam that forklift operator wasn’t paying attention to maintaining the level of the load. I believe that forklift has an auto leveling feature on the fork controls. I really thought the mill was going to be damaged. Glad it came off intact.
Looked like he didn't have the right forks for the load. Hard to tell from where I was sitting, but too short of a fork for a load will almost completely negate any benefit from tilt-back features - whether automatic or manual.
Also, bringing the skid in a limited space area like that makes me think the riggers didn't really plan this move out very well.
The journey begins. I think you are going to create some very interesting parts with those two machines. It's good you are keeping the manual machines close by. You will probably get the urge to turn handles and feel the machine doing its work. Nice, very Nice!
That threaded hole at the top of the door could be for a support leg when the door is down so it's not just hanging by the chains..
Great to see your shop adding some new friends. Hope they make a lot of cool stuff and you get to share it with us.
Looking forward to seeing what you're going to produce with those big blue machines! I'd be looking at the sorts of thing that 'Hand tool rescue' make and sell. there's always people wanting the kind of high quality, old-school tools that you just can't buy any more, and if they've got Booth machine shop written on them, even better!
I have immensely enjoyed your videos for years. One of the reasons is that you demonstrate techniques from which most of us lesser talented amateur machinists can learn. I am certain watching your new toy work and the new skills you will learn will be fun to watch. However, there are a lot of channels showing CNC machines at work. If you abandon your lathes, mills, and other machines I feel it will hurt the channel. Most of us will never own a CNC or have the opportunity to do CNC work! I wish you the best with the new equipment.
Estoy de acuerdo con su comentario.
There is no way our boy is going all CNC. Manual dude through and through. I know it sounds insane, but it isn't inconceivable that adam might one day use the shaper, or other ancient tech to make a component to improve the CNC mills. Being a partnership with the manufacturer will make that less required, but certainly not out of the question.
Really looking forward to watching your progress and learning on CNC. If you decide to make a tool for sale to your viewers you better make 10,000 units for the first order LOL! Great stuff Adam! Can''t wait!
Nice relaxing music while setting up the machine. Perfect for a Saturday afternoon in the hot Texas heat. Thanks bud!
Rigging is a scary thing. My past employer was getting one of their old 10 ton VTLs out and one the rigging crew was working underneath and was crushed. One of our maintenance was working underneath with but was not present when the lathe fell. Everyone on that shift had ptsd. A guy on our shift expressed our concerns about the safety of our environment and the owner took it as an insult. It was the rigging crew that was at fault, however; it was the owner that hired the riggers. The guy left a widow and two kids.
The guy lying on the floor behind the new toy didn't seem too concerned about getting squashed by that big ass telescopic rental unit's operator. Figure if the guy didn't dump it getting it off the truck , that should be good enough skill to stick your head in the lion's mouth.
Adam, your shop is really coming together! Great work on the equipment setup - looks neat and efficient! Love the brand posters too - especially the Starrett one. 100% BIG TIME.
You're going to need a bigger shop by the end of the year 👍
Wishing you good health and many successful, happy years of machining!
Hello, I'm from Qatar, thank you for this video. Good luck and greetings
I have been trying to learn Fusion 360 on my own. It is not as simple as my first exposure to 3D design program Solid Edge many, many years ago. That is a very nice looking unit there. Congrats on the new addition to the shop and thanks very much for sharing.
Boy howdy, that tilt made me a little nervous too. I'm anxious to see those machines up and running. I have no cnc experience at all.
Another beautiful machine Adam! Good luck on your schooling, I know with your experience that you’ll grasp it quickly.
God bless my friend, take care and stay safe!🙏🎚🇲🇾🇲🇾🇲🇾
Man this is awsome your gunna be unstoppable
That is one proud Daddy showing off his new baby !
Must be an apprentice on that tele-boom... :-)
Congrats on obtaining your CNC equipment. Many of us are eager to watch the progress. I have a Haas TM1 mill and a Haas TL1 lathe. Both machines have really increased shop capability. I do a lot of modifications to racing shock absorbers for a local race shop. Hopefully Stan doesn’t give you too much flak.
I wish I knew a manufacturer who would give me over $100,000 worth of machinery. I’ve been given several hundred dollar’s worth, but this is an entirely different level.
Well ah, the first step would be to get over 500K subscribers. That many watching machinery being used gets their attention fast.
@@ellieprice363 no. The first step is getting a channel.
@@melgross Very true. Second step is getting those 500K plus subs.
Get yourself half a million subscribers and they may come to you.
Your channel has no content?
Congrats. Seeing them get that close to your mill really freaked me out, especially after the tilt incident...
Regarding CNC in that workshop, you should get a dedicated PC for and network to the CNC machines.
A very cool machine, I bought one 20 odd years ago. It had a very powerful and easy to use conversational control. Enjoy. Blessings from South Africa.
Hi Adam, was wondering why you're putting the machine on two concrete pads? Where I work the rule of thumb was to have a machine sitting on a single pad
Thank you. Glad to hear the manual machining will still take place.
That forklift driver has no clue of that machines capabilities, he is incompetent !
Was there any damage?
Abom is very lucky they didn’t drop it.
This was, by far, the biggest unboxing I've watched on TH-cam.
Honestly that operator of that telehandler was pushing his luck but the spotter is definitely at fault as well for not telling him to tilt back.
Exactly. But I wonder if the machine was to heavy for the tilt system to move, so he had to set it down to straighten it out.
Good job to this CNC company for partnering with a quality content creator!!!
On the job training for the "riggers" ?
Nervous as a cat in a meat house when that machine was pulled off the truck and the forks of the JCB were tilted at the wrong angle , they had luck on their side that day. Glad your new machine is in place Adam, best wishes for the future.😃
Make sure and save your shipping brackets/braces for when you eventually move to your home shop.
First time I've noticed Adam wearing a nice watch in the shop. Congrats man, been watching for years, and feels like a milestone. Hope it means good things. Best regards-
Was the fork operator new or something holy crap dude.
America needs more manual operation job shop machinists. However, it it makes sense that CNC skills are necessary to be part of a complete service shop. Anytime you need more than 2 or 3 of anything, CNC shines👍
If you look at the pay rate offered manual machinists, you will see that this is not true.