Large Laser Cutter Vote R2: Difference between revisions
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* Ray Doeksen | * Ray Doeksen | ||
* Burton Kent | |||
== History == | == History == | ||
* Mailing List Announcement: | * Mailing List Announcement: | ||
* Officially Proposed: | * Officially Proposed: | ||
* To be Voted on: | * To be Voted on: 8/2/2016 | ||
* Passes | |||
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*bridge the gap between current cnc and laser capabilites at PS1 | *bridge the gap between current cnc and laser capabilites at PS1 | ||
*improve throughput of laser jobs - less wait time from 2 machines and overall faster cutting | *improve throughput of laser jobs - less wait time from 2 machines and overall faster cutting | ||
*more wattage - means being able to cut/engrave faster and through thicker materials | *more wattage - means being able to cut/engrave faster and through thicker materials | ||
*larger cut area | *larger cut area | ||
After much research and consideration, the [https://www.bosslaser.com/industrial-co2-lasers-36/boss-ls-4055.html#.V4hkKvkrKUk 150w BOSS LS-3655] is a machine that matches all the above criteria. They have proprietary software that controls the laser called [https://www.bosslaser.com/laser-works-v8-detail.html#.V4hnJPkrKUk LaserWorks V8] which has direct output to the machine from AutoCAD and Corel Draw. The machine has a display that show the current job running. | [https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Laser_Shopping After much research and consideration], the [https://www.bosslaser.com/industrial-co2-lasers-36/boss-ls-4055.html#.V4hkKvkrKUk 150w BOSS LS-3655] is a machine that matches all the above criteria. They have proprietary software that controls the laser called [https://www.bosslaser.com/laser-works-v8-detail.html#.V4hnJPkrKUk LaserWorks V8] which has direct output to the machine from AutoCAD and Corel Draw. The machine has a display that show the current job running. | ||
Boss Laser's support has been very responsive, answering any questions and providing information on their machines and options. | Boss Laser's support has been very responsive, answering any questions and providing information on their machines and options. | ||
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*fan cooled water chiller | *fan cooled water chiller | ||
The additional funds are for infrastructure | The additional funds are for infrastructure | ||
* run exhaust venting up to roof - blower is included in the price of the machine | |||
* electrical supply - outlets and wiring | |||
* compressed air hookups - from the shop | |||
* access panels and materials - we'll have to move the laser through the sliding shop door into lounge 2.0, create access panels through the front vestibule, and move it into the CNC area. | |||
Should any budget remain, spare parts and/or rotary attachments may be purchased. | |||
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Authorize the Board of Directors to spend up to $17, | Authorize the Board of Directors to spend up to $17,500 on a laser cutter/engraver and associated accessories and infrastructure. Authorization to buy, or enter into a financing or lease agreement, expires 6 months after the vote is accepted. | ||
== Results == | == Results == | ||
Vote passes on August 2, 2016, 46 in favor, 0 opposed, 2 abstaining | |||
== Receipts == | == Receipts == | ||
