How to make woodworking

By now most people are thinking that they need to first learn how to
use their machines instead of how to make woodworking more productive. If you read
below you will understand why being more productive has so many benefits.

Many are still using methods that waste hardwoods, trees, time and energy.
Some European sawmills use 98 per cent of a tree, whereas Malaysian mills use only
40 per cent. August 10, 1991 edition, The Economist. In Europe, they are more geared towards
using less energy that most continents. They have smaller cars too. They also have many
new industries, and now some prosperity because of their striving for efficiency
ahead of the rest of the world.

How do you become more efficient? Well, it seems that being more productive is a upgrade, a
normal result of being more efficient. For example, to go from making one project at a time by hand,
you have to "Un-think" some principles...

How to make woodworking more productive means focusing on a system.

Take guitars for example. First, you need to know how to build the best woodworking operation that you can afford, using jigs and fixtures to obtain any volume of guitars. Sure, you can make a model, a nice one shot beauty. Jigs go the extra step though and they are like an upgrade to woodworking. In the woodshop they are used to locate, to permanently diagram and specify a procedure in an exact, precise location. You can't increase productivity by guessing how each individual operation should be done, or should be adjusted all of the time.

If you can't measure each component with precision, you can't make it,
or contain it in any precise location. So first learn to measure it, (locate it) and then go ahead and
make it. In other words, there is a saying "If you can't measure it, you can't make it." You will
be fighting a losing battle trying to make something in a higher volume using what
is considered by many to be old-age, guessing, or inefficient methods.

So you become more productive, and have less waste. The best tool or the cheapest tool is no longer the question. It becomes, what is the best way to arrange this, or who can help, or who knows the best way to arrange the next set up or operation. Then woodworking becomes really interesting because the challenge is in the operation, and it is not always "what is the best tool, what is the cheapest tool, or where do I get it" Then there is a new, more interesting goal. That is how manufacturing happens, Setting one target or mark after another and then following through ensuring that there is little chance of missing the mark. With jigs it becomes making
things on the fly. Cut, turn it, maybe make another cut , and then drop it in the bucket!

They always see it when they believe it! Mascut 1.0

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Building woodworking jigs can ensure the accuracy of your work. Jigs qualify that
the correct location of individual components will be precise and that each operation is in the exact same location. Then each procedure can be duplicated identical from first to last. To make things in volume, you need to contain each process with a certain level of precision, and guarantee that each procedure in any operation is duplicated the same. Also, duplication means you need to regulate your system, to categorize every operation and standardize each part; each and every process.

"Un-think" the principles we have all been told were the only way to go.
You may have once thought that hand made stuff would be the best you could do. But really, hand made is for hobbies, for making models, or for pastimes or the very few who have a well established reputation making things in that manner. I like to think that hand made is more for making models, or for a one shot, very limited, often detailed project, or even occasional or test projects. To specialize in hand made, custom built guitars, or by making things by hand has it's expenses and some limits. For the majority of those who would like make things on a professional scale, learn to build jigs for almost each operation. Some people search and search for tools and machines, or search for bargain supplies and never discover the precision, even the productive potential of jigs in a shop.

Tool Box Plan
Organize your woodworking tools! Build this box for your woodworking tools! Features a detachable front panel. 13'' H x 20-1/4'' W x 9-1/4'' D.
Tool Box Plan

Not easy, but we made one! Shh! Make up the jigs.....then you can make ten in the time it takes to make just one! Jigs are the key. Also read our own...
What's a Jigmaker do?

Somebody once said, that if you can't measure it, you can't make it.

Be patient here; this is not grandstanding, it's not hyperbole or drama, but the micrometer is a very underrated tool. The micrometer may be so vital that it is, or at least at one time was possibly the native, original starting point of any effective economy, and therefore, even much of civilization. Now, we have an advantage because digital micrometers are much easier to learn. Also, we have digital calipers that read out the dimensions in familiar characters.

But, just a mere micrometer doesn't solve the other issues that make up an economy, like the cost of money, the politics, or the energy costs, or the fact that the average person usually doesn't generate enough production as an individual, especially one wanting to build any considerable, measured operation. But a working, predictable system, especially a small operation usually begins with a measurement, and then another measurement and then it all proceeds while building upon trust in the native, original standard and location. Then a process begins along with the gradual elimination of mistakes and refinements. The outcome of such a controlled, gauged and measured operation will be more predictable through better measurement than just pointing a thumb, or using a "hand to eye" method. Read "Jigs and Gauges for Beginners."

6'' Fractional Digital Caliper
When it comes to measuring stock, fitting precise joints and setting up machines, a digital caliper is one of the handiest tools to have around. This one reads in convenient fractions so you don’t have to memorize decimal equivalents or make conversions in your head. Unlike most fractional calipers, which read in 1/64ths, this one reads in 1/128ths for maximum precision. Best of all, you can switch from fractions to decimals to millimeters with just the push of a button. Ultra-smooth sliding action allows you to dial in your setting quickly, then lock it down with the knurled knob. Measures inside, outside, depth and steps. Includes pre-installed battery, spare battery and padded plastic case.
6'' Fractional Digital Caliper

Digital Height Gauge
Enjoy the rewards of precisely fitting joints and perfectly tuned machines! This multi- purpose gauge is accurate to within 0.001". It can be used to set the exact height of your blade or bit on the table saw, router table and a host of other machines. You can raise the gauge to the desired height and raise the blade to match, or you can set the caliper on the bit and raise it until the display reads the correct height. It’s also an ideal tool for leveling the knives and setting the depth of cut on your jointer. Heavy, solid steel base provides maximum stability. Changes from inches to millimeters and zeroes out with the push of a button.
Digital Height Gauge

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