3D Print Farm and Warehouse Tour 2020

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  • This is a behind-the-scenes look at our warehouse and print farm here at Out of Darts. We've certainly come very far from my garage, and we're about to go farther than ever.
    This is NOT sponsored, but I do have an affiliate code for purchasing Original Prusa 3D printers below (It's worth mentioning in the 5-year channel history- this is my first affiliate link):
    shop.prusa3d.com/en/#a_aid=ou...
    Out of Darts, run by Luke is a one-stop Nerf modding hobby shop. We carry all the supplies, tool accessories to make your modding journey easier! We create original 3D printed blasters and mod parts on our own Prusa print farm. Check out our site below for guides, build lists and resources.
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    www.outofdarts.com
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  • @id104335409
    @id104335409 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    When you dream of a small business and then you see this...
    And your jaw drops.

  • @jakedavis3665
    @jakedavis3665 4 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    I just ordered more or less every part out of dart had available for the Perses and kronos. The customer service, shipping and Lukes personal touch to everything is absolutely amazing very few companies can you talk to the owner of and also get him to reply to you when you ask a question or have a problem. Luke personally answered my questions and helped me through a wiring issue with the perses. He even went as far as emailing me a picture of the wiring diagram and personally drawing where I need you to wire in my parts. I was just very impressed and want everyone know what kind of business hes running and how awesome out of dart is.

  • @MattPro806
    @MattPro806 2 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I love how highly this guy speaks of his employees.

  • @TRFH1
    @TRFH1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    Love to see how much your business has grown and the behind the scenes of what it takes to keep a successful business going. Thank you Luke!

  • @failwheeldrive
    @failwheeldrive 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So awesome to see that this hobby is able to produce and support a fantastic business like OOD. I had no idea you guys had grown this much, but it doesn't surprise me a bit. I've lost count of the number of times Luke and team has helped me with random questions and issues while navigating custom builds, and your shipping speed, item selection, and prices are all top notch. Can't wait to see the continued growth going forward!

  • @jeffreydorfman961
    @jeffreydorfman961 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I've been volunteering at Seattle Makers. Thank you so much for turning your print farm to making Face Shields! After hearing from Joel (Aka 3D Printing Nerd, who stopped by with his camera) about your print farm, It's awesome to see it. Thanks for this video and helping with the PPE shortage!

  • @willierants5880
    @willierants5880 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    8:41 this makes my inner organization and color harmonization monster sing with approval! I can tell you have and your team have an eye on "details", which I can completely relate to.

  • @mathewcoppola8622
    @mathewcoppola8622 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Saw "3d Print Farm" so I clicked.
    I had no idea that modding nerf guns was a thing or one that could support $40,000 worth of Printers depending on how many Minis are coming.
    Very Cool, good luck in the future.

  • @Amichals83
    @Amichals83 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks awesome! My family was in the spring business for over 50 years, it made me smile to hear how you work with springs and do a lot of that work right there!

  • @Kendama_Nyche
    @Kendama_Nyche 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was literally thinking about it, and you mention it at the end of the video; I love seeing how far you've come from your garage to this. I remember the crazy proton pack video and wondering if it was going to be legal at the first Endwar back when I ran it. I love your progress and glad to see you're doing well, and I hope for many more innovations over the years!

  • @contractorpete
    @contractorpete 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the tour and congrats on your success! Love the organization and shipping table flow 👍👍

  • @N0body247
    @N0body247 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. As you are a small business i completely understand the struggles, and im glad you guys are working thru it. awesome wearhouse.

  • @Mattbe72
    @Mattbe72 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Amazing tour :-) I really love how you turned 2 passions of yours (Nerf mod + 3D Printing) into a successful business. Your optimism and energy radiate during all the video and it should be awesome to work with you. Keep up on the great job.

  • @nicholasmazzarella2720
    @nicholasmazzarella2720 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    OoD
    Wow that is a super fantastic look at your shop. Thanks for taking us around for a behind the scenes look at your operation. You rock thanks for all you do for the hobby.

  • @UncleJessy
    @UncleJessy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    This video is unbelievable! That is such an amazing setup/organization/process etc. incredible!

    • @outofdarts
      @outofdarts  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks so much!

  • @RoadRunnerMeep
    @RoadRunnerMeep 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    it's always nice to see business tours about how they lay out their factories.

  • @justinharris1132
    @justinharris1132 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great job! As a LEAN practitioner in the manufacturing world it is very exciting to see a small start-up following the ideology so early in development where it can really become ingrained in the culture. What a great mix of things I love. No kidding, I'm a little bit jealous! Keep up he great work!

  • @machgt
    @machgt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm always impressed how quickly you guys get your stuff out after an order! :)

  • @TheSybermedic
    @TheSybermedic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was an awesome video Luke, stay safe and thanks for all you and your team do for our hobby.

  • @talscorner3696
    @talscorner3696 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I feel you so much about humidity... I do some calligraphy in my spare time and recently it has been too humid to do anything for literal weeks

  • @ManuelHefti
    @ManuelHefti 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    To get rid of the many open spools, some Prusa MMU2 would possibly help, as you can simply add 5 spools and use them as it would be one. Great Warehouse btw! Super clean and organized, love it!

  • @simony5807
    @simony5807 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    So hyped for the proton pack!

  • @rzrider683
    @rzrider683 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I use Atomic Filament almost exclusively, was super excited to see you got their neon green on the shop! Looking forward to more colors in the future.

    • @atomicfilament5825
      @atomicfilament5825 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      RZ Rider hell yeah bro!

    • @3DProspecting
      @3DProspecting 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@atomicfilament5825 I love Atomic Filament. I have been buying your Jumbo rolls to make all my 3D Printed Gold Prospecting Gear. Great Stuff!

  • @paulkiepert6270
    @paulkiepert6270 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks, that was fun. Great job on the organization. I've got a small 10' x 15' work area and can't keep it clean 😀

  • @TalhaKader
    @TalhaKader 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really like what you already established. I have started with 3 Ender3 and I wish some day I will have my own shop.

  • @droidxsc
    @droidxsc 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Luke - Great lean operations!! Very impressive.

  • @Frank004
    @Frank004 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you. I have follow from Joe video to this video now and is a inspiration for me to try and get my dream to make a 3d farm a go.

  • @Socalnik66
    @Socalnik66 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Impressive shop. Just recently discovered the sport/hobby of Nerfing. From watching one of your videos. Have always been curious about Rival platform. Now, cause of you videos, has convinced me to order a Jupiter blaster. Can’t wait to build it and shot it. Thank you for yours and your teams hard work.

    • @Haze887
      @Haze887 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cool

    • @thedartdomain4197
      @thedartdomain4197 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      How did the build go? As you said, you just recently discovered Nerf. Maybe a bit much for a first project...

  • @FulcrumSpeedworks
    @FulcrumSpeedworks 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A+ on transparency and humility on successes and failures. Having read 2 second lean, you know you actually have way too much space... Gemba!

  • @Ravencef
    @Ravencef 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your tour was really cool. I have aspirations and this is encouraging.

  • @Scarrty
    @Scarrty 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome tour! Thanks for your work.

  • @M1America
    @M1America 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Its amazing how big of an operation you can sustain with what seems like a few dozen printers.

  • @Black_Francis
    @Black_Francis 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to see where all those packages come from.

  • @DougHanchard
    @DougHanchard 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice setup. Well organized and efficient given the constraints and competitive demands to save money.

  • @ElixirEcho
    @ElixirEcho 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really enjoy videos about the inner workings of business.

  • @clintc724
    @clintc724 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    fantastic! thank you for making this great video. I would like to make a small farm someday

  • @TheMarketingShowChannel
    @TheMarketingShowChannel 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is awesome...we started with 12 Ender 3's but starting to switch over to Prusas. Will have 6 mk3s+ and two minis soon!

  • @kylem9503
    @kylem9503 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excited for you congratulations on your success I wish you nothing but the best in the pursuit of your passion thanks for sharing

  • @SirWrender
    @SirWrender 4 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    Loved the video, Luke! It’s inspiring to see your shop as organized and efficient as it is. Super cool! You’re a busy man though. Respect!

    • @shimshimity5667
      @shimshimity5667 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Didn't think I'd see you here lol. It's a small world after all. 🌍

    • @freckle3773
      @freckle3773 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@shimshimity5667 me too!!

  • @mavericksimulations8249
    @mavericksimulations8249 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic organization and shop! Great job!

  • @certified-forklifter
    @certified-forklifter 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow, this is fantastic! i do pretty much nothing with nerf, but wow, this company looks cool! thanks

  • @derekwagner157
    @derekwagner157 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome site! You have a facility there that is efficient and clean. Love supporting you!

  • @NorthernBayAreaCoalitionofNerf
    @NorthernBayAreaCoalitionofNerf 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome ! You've come a long way.. It wasn't that long ago we were hanging in your garage watching one printer work..

  • @chuysaucedo7119
    @chuysaucedo7119 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for this inside look

  • @atomicfilament5825
    @atomicfilament5825 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice clean operation, keep up the good work!

  • @MalignSociety
    @MalignSociety 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Absolutely a wonderful video and story!

  • @arsenaldelta3493
    @arsenaldelta3493 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your shop is just awesome, thanks to sharing that with us. I'm proud to have OOD in our official partners !

  • @perish5442
    @perish5442 ปีที่แล้ว

    Luke is an absolutely amazing person and business owner

  • @grnhel8663
    @grnhel8663 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow yes i do love the look of the warehouse snd the print farm excites me love the wrk and the time you put into your product awesome job bro and keep it up

  • @aaedmusa
    @aaedmusa 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, your shop looks amazing!!!

  • @questionator2
    @questionator2 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Liked, and i hope to see you one year from now!

  • @FarragoFox
    @FarragoFox 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man I'd love to pick your brain on all of this. I do project management/software support for a living and am super curious about your setup and software. Really awesome to see you pushing into LEAN.
    Quite beside my love of foam-flinging I mean.

  • @brenschiller6456
    @brenschiller6456 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so excited to see nerf wraps because I suck at painting blasters and I would love to see a product that makes it so much easier.

  • @3DHP
    @3DHP 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video,Thanks for the tour.

  • @reforgedcriterion1471
    @reforgedcriterion1471 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    All you need is a ton of cad knowledge and the right market.

  • @shanemcknight1583
    @shanemcknight1583 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done indeed! Keep up the good work!

  • @charlescampbell6104
    @charlescampbell6104 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Might want to try desiccant packs for the humidity in the plastic cases. Would probably fit your immediate needs.

  • @willierants5880
    @willierants5880 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Are you using PRUSA's printer farm solution? This hasn't been officially released to the public, that I know of, but for you I can see Joseph sharing the technology, especially from a testing/feedback perspective. I'd be very interested in hearing how you have your farm configured. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @Damicske
    @Damicske 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    @Out of Darts: get a filament joiner (or make one your self )and make full spools of those partially spools.

  • @rodsnyder6020
    @rodsnyder6020 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WOW! You guys exploded since the vid with Joel! Happy to see that!

  • @Spartan412
    @Spartan412 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    4:20
    Seeing the Perses hopper and Jupiter, I think it'd be very cool to see the hopper have some sort of adapter that allows it to be connected to the Jupiter, making it essentially a paintball style blaster.
    If it isn't that easy as making a magazine adapter then perhaps integrating the hopper into the Jupiter, making it hopper fed, would truly be amazing for those of us who want to use the firerate and compact nature of the Jupiter to an even greater potential!

    • @Spartan412
      @Spartan412 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@outofdarts Just saw a previous video since I'm new to the channel, now I'm aware of what the pack is and boy will it do more than what I thought a Perses hopper and Jupiter integration would!

  • @michaelbrown-qe8cr
    @michaelbrown-qe8cr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video tour Luke!

  • @slippydouglas
    @slippydouglas 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ziploc sells a bin that has a foam rubber seal and snap-down handles that make sure the seal seals- this is how I store my humidity-sensitive stuff (with silica gel packets). They aren't much more expensive that any other brand of bin, and you can find them at major retailers (Wal-mart, Target, etc.)

  • @brianlister7573
    @brianlister7573 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you, sir.

  • @hunterroberts7549
    @hunterroberts7549 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Awesome bro 👏

  • @nirodha7028
    @nirodha7028 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Mad respect for the way you carry your shop, bussiness and team! Clean and lean... Well done budy! Them walls are never gonna get painted eh? Most of them are hidden behind a wall of boxes anyway ^^

    • @nirodha7028
      @nirodha7028 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Out of Darts most important comment there is ‘for a few years’... you have your growthrate planned to a T.... Good on you ^^

  • @workoutshop
    @workoutshop ปีที่แล้ว

    Very inspiring!

  • @thanhavictus
    @thanhavictus 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You've come a long way from that guy who showed up with a Zeus at BURN. Really proud of you man.

  • @diafaroucisse4232
    @diafaroucisse4232 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    the world 3d prints top fans that s great make every thing you do as your favorite one and perform it with passion

  • @TheUserid82
    @TheUserid82 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    For the photography and video area have you looked at overhead track mounts to reduce the tripods and stands needed for cameras and lights? With a good setup you can have marks for repeat setups to save time when you need the same shot over and over without fear of what happens if someone spills something or hitting a tripod when sweeping. Have seen as simple as a cut up sheet of plywood to make the track using 45 degree cuts for the part to ride in to as complicated as a monorail setup for a moving shot.
    Any thoughts on resin casting for mass produced parts? Lots of pigment and additive options for fun effects like glitter in a semi transparent part using the same base resin and some simple silicone molds.

  • @davidwelch9935
    @davidwelch9935 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I did one of the blaster wrapz kits and i liked it. It would be pretty great for you to carry some of that guys product to help his business.

  • @oldskooldriver9379
    @oldskooldriver9379 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Brilliant!

  • @GG-si7fw
    @GG-si7fw ปีที่แล้ว

    That is an awesome place.

  • @jasondalton6111
    @jasondalton6111 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I was happy to hear you mention 2 second lean. I love that book and have such respect for Paul and what he's done at FastCap. When I saw your warehouse ship and pack stations, I saw the inspiration from them. Well done!

  • @BootyMetrocop
    @BootyMetrocop 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    After watching a clueless guy on youtube showing off his messy farm with shit over the place this is really refreshing. Very pleased to see this kind of work environment, everyone can find things to learn from this.

  • @ashtonmay1812
    @ashtonmay1812 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just saw your video, that's a pretty fantastic setup. Question about your humidity issue, why are you not using silica gel? That might would help maintain better control and maintain quality assurance.

  • @Derek_S
    @Derek_S 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You don't need larger premises for a while. You've got enough headroom to convert those racks to a dual tier installation by extending the uprights and suspending walkways between the racks. The uprights might need extra strengthening depending on the shelf loading but it's all very easily done. I used to be a salesman/designer for an industrial racking and shelving manufaturer and used to love designing that sort of installation. You can double your usable space if you've got a high enough roof like yours.

    • @outofdarts
      @outofdarts  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the tip! We actually just moved into a new space last November. We're continuing to maximize space and efficiency, and that does include better use of our industrial shelving, as well as some other improvements.

  • @Zuul47
    @Zuul47 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Impressive Prusa farm!

  • @Taj2673
    @Taj2673 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video, luke

  • @gilyee
    @gilyee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As a former manufacturing consultant it looks like you could scale production better if you used 3D printing for prototyping/low volume production and used traditional injection molding for high volume production.

    • @outofdarts
      @outofdarts  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We're already working on injection molding for higher volume items, like our Tachi magazine. Before then, it was really hard to justify the upfront tooling cost that injection-molded parts require.

  • @AndreOliveira-cu3fy
    @AndreOliveira-cu3fy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awww man this is incredible to see! Wish I could have a zoom meeting with you to run down the numbers, work hours, limitations, and other stuff just for curiosity sake :). I'd probably sound like I would be interrogating you though lol.

  • @acmehighperformance2826
    @acmehighperformance2826 ปีที่แล้ว

    inspiring!

  • @athingorsomsuch4520
    @athingorsomsuch4520 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude , your shop looks awsome. I wanna work there😀

  • @dr.jex___
    @dr.jex___ 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    the warehouse is Fantastic!

  • @CornishCarper
    @CornishCarper ปีที่แล้ว

    I LOVE MAINTENAING MY PRINT FARM! :)

  • @rgssj3040
    @rgssj3040 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    amazing video and business set up!, well done.

    • @outofdarts
      @outofdarts  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad you liked it! We're hoping to film an updated tour in the next couple weeks!

    • @rgssj3040
      @rgssj3040 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@outofdarts looking forward to it! We are a domestic 3D filament manufacturer. Let me know if you need some premium filaments. BTW, I sent you an email today.

  • @engineeredaf1920
    @engineeredaf1920 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you do a video series about building a business around 3d printing? You could discuss topics like picking the right niche, service vs product-based, costing, workflow & LEAN, etc...? I think it would be really cool. (Similar to NYC CNC's small business series but for 3d printing)

  • @b.morris2816
    @b.morris2816 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can you make a video on what mods you have implemented on your Prusa 3D printers?

  • @David-us3xg
    @David-us3xg 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome ! 🙂

  • @roblent3976
    @roblent3976 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    great stuff!

  • @tonystout1545
    @tonystout1545 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lose the plastic totes for opened filament spools, and go with resealable plastic 5 gallon buckets. Put 4" of white rice in the bottom of each bucket, store filament rolls inside each bucket with the lid sealed tightly, on top of the rice. All humidity problems solved.

  • @blaster-time
    @blaster-time 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is awesome, and really #warehousegoals!

  • @pronoia.
    @pronoia. 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work
    \

  • @willi7173
    @willi7173 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool stuff!

  • @jacksoni349
    @jacksoni349 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Buy a Palette Pro and use the remainders of spools to make custom one offs of your blasters.

  • @trixter192
    @trixter192 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's incredible to see such a big 3d printer production line. Injection molding should be within your grasp.

    • @noneofyourbusiness3553
      @noneofyourbusiness3553 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's what I was thinking when he said that he was running 38 3d printers. It looks like he is running and awful variety of parts though...

    • @Damicske
      @Damicske 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Molding is very expensive, you need to keep the molds clean and up to spec.

  • @ALPHA.Mods.1
    @ALPHA.Mods.1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    wow. come such a long way

  • @bjorndropshot8585
    @bjorndropshot8585 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Thats so funny, he uploaded this video yesterday morning, and it got taken down, he re-uploaded it, absolute legend

  • @flikac_com5310
    @flikac_com5310 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It is amazing what you created. How long did it take to get to where you are now?

  • @DrewC41
    @DrewC41 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the fact that I watched this right next to a printer using Proto-Pasta. Stuff is amazing!

    • @DrewC41
      @DrewC41 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Out of Darts Thanks for the recommendation!