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The range of uses a 3D printer can be put to is almost endless . Many of its capabilities won’t be fully realised until you get one and learn how to use it. From replacement parts, tools, fixtures and prototypes, to toolbox organisers, models, educational items and toys, the list of printable items is only limited by your imagination. The range of uses a 3D printer can be put to is almost endless . Many of its capabilities won’t be fully realised until you get one and learn how to use it. From replacement parts, tools, fixtures and prototypes, to toolbox organisers, models, educational items and toys, the list of printable items is only limited by your imagination.
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WORKSHOP: 3D printing for hi-tech workshops

3D printing isn't as hard as it sounds.

16 December 2024
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WORKSHOP: Achieving perfect performance with precision farm tools

Discover affordable precision measurement tools for farm workshops and how to use them.

01 November 2024
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WORKSHOP: Cool tools to catch your eye

What makes a cool tool? Kondinin Group's Josh Giumelli investigates.

14 October 2024
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WORKSHOP: Soft soldering secrets shared

Kondinin's Josh Giumelli demystifies soft soldering.

03 September 2024
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WORKSHOP: Take care when choosing chainsaw chains

Kondinin Researcher, Josh Giumelli, looks at chainsaw chains.

27 July 2024
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WORKSHOP: Pinpointing pump problems – part 2

This month Josh Giumelli runs through a range of pump problems which can pop up from time to time.

08 July 2024
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WORKSHOP: Pesky pump problems – part 1

Kondinin researcher, Josh Giumelli, takes a deep dive into pump problems.

05 June 2024
The range of uses a 3D printer can be put to is almost endless . Many of its capabilities won’t be fully realised until you get one and learn how to use it. From replacement parts, tools, fixtures and prototypes, to toolbox organisers, models, educational items and toys, the list of printable items is only limited by your imagination.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: 3D printing for hi-tech workshops

3D printing isn't as hard as it sounds.

16 December 2024

Precision measurement involves the correct tools and also the skills to use them properly. Accurate work cannot happen without accurate measurement.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Achieving perfect performance with precision farm tools

Discover affordable precision measurement tools for farm workshops and how to use them.

01 November 2024

What makes a tool cool? It can be new or novel, tried and tested, or just plain indispensable. This month we return to our annual cool tools feature in the lead up to Christmas with some toolbox stocking fillers for that hard-to-buy-for family member. Credit: Josh Giumelli.
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WORKSHOP: Cool tools to catch your eye

What makes a cool tool? Kondinin Group's Josh Giumelli investigates.

14 October 2024

Soft soldering is a handy skill worth learning for various repair and fabrication jobs around the farm. The skill is often overlooked these days due to the difficulty in getting good results, but it need not be as difficult as it seems. Credit: Ben White.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Soft soldering secrets shared

Kondinin's Josh Giumelli demystifies soft soldering.

03 September 2024

It can be hard enough selecting the best chainsaw for your needs, but chain selection is a whole other kettle of fish. The wrong choice can see slow cutting speed and frequent re-sharpens, but the right chain can make the chips really fly. Credit: Ben White.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Take care when choosing chainsaw chains

Kondinin Researcher, Josh Giumelli, looks at chainsaw chains.

27 July 2024

Troubleshooting a pump can be a frustratingly tedious task, as sometimes even the smallest fault can cause a breakdown in the system. A loss of output pressure can occur progressively over time and not be noticed until the pump cannot achieve cut-off pressure. Credit: Josh Giumelli.
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WORKSHOP: Pinpointing pump problems – part 2

This month Josh Giumelli runs through a range of pump problems which can pop up from time to time.

08 July 2024

Pump failures always happen at the worst possible time. Before you bite the bullet and strip a poorly-performing pump, check over the pressure switch and pressure tank settings. Credit: Josh Giumelli.
FROM THE WORKSHOP

WORKSHOP: Pesky pump problems – part 1

Kondinin researcher, Josh Giumelli, takes a deep dive into pump problems.

05 June 2024

Like any vehicle, Ford’s PX Ranger has its fair share of issues, some serious and other less so. On the whole, the Ranger has proven to be a relatively reliable workhorse provided it has been serviced correctly. Credit: Josh Giumelli.
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WORKSHOP: Reliable repairs for the Ford Ranger

Kondinin's Josh Giumelli looks at common problems with the Ford PX Ranger.

07 May 2024

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