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== History == | == History == | ||
* First Draft of Proposal: | * First Draft of Proposal: 2/6/2018 | ||
* Mailing List Announcement: | * Mailing List Announcement: | ||
* Officially Proposed: | * Officially Proposed: | ||
* To be Voted on: | * To be Voted on: | ||
== Background == | == Background == | ||
Our blacksmithing setup is pretty basic and making nicer pieces can be exceptionally difficult. This press acts as a power hammer for pressing the steel faster than working with hammers. | |||
=== Have a Particular Machine in Mind? === | === Have a Particular Machine in Mind? === | ||
Yes, [http://www.piehtoolco.com/contents/en-us/d1673_American_Hydraulic_Forging_Press.html this one]. | |||
====Wait, why this machine?==== | ====Wait, why this machine?==== | ||
It only requires a 110V 20 amp outlet to run, is quiet (most power hammers are extremely loud and bone-rattling), and can be moved easily (it's on wheels). | |||
=== Why Should We Get This? === | === Why Should We Get This? === | ||
It will increase the functionality of the blacksmithing setup we have, allowing for more awesome projects. | |||
== Language == | == Language == | ||
We authorize the board to spend $4000 to purchase a 16 Ton Hydraulic Forging Press. | |||
== References == | == References == | ||
