The Contractors are coming !
The Contractors are coming !
Contractors are coming to bid on my studio which is added on to my
house . Not big , compact actually. 13.5 feet X 9 feet , I am having a
new electrical sub box 100 amp 30 service installed This will supply
the studio as well as a large garage adjacent. The garage will
accommodate the larger lapidary equipment and whatever adventures in
Art metal I conjure up.
I have plotted how I want it laid out with 3 windows ( 9 feet ) and
two doors. Window Air conditioner to keep the dirt from my living
environment. Provisions for ducting dust and fumes out. And ducted
make up air to replace it.
The sink will be vented and cabinets above will be adjustable . GFI
electrical below.
I need to know how wide a cabinet to make for my casting machines . I
have a Vic 9 vacuum and a Vertical Platinum casting machine.
My first question is " Do I need to make provisions for a flat
conventional casting machine to accomplish what I may not be able to
do with the Vertical machine ? " If so, how wide a top should I plan
for ? 30 in. ?
I might need to change to a horizontal centrifugal casting machine. I
know nothing of using the vertical machine, I bought it used. If
anyone has any expertise on these, I would be glad for the advice. I
have found that the metal tire cover from a conversion van looks to
make a nice splash shield for it.
The oven and controller will be over the casting table. It will be
vented with make up air provided. I intend to have a small dry sink
with a canister vacuum cleaner and HEPA filter underneath to catch
investment spillage . The canister vacuum cleaner will be vented to a
common external exhaust . The air should be clean by then.
Through one door - The old master bedroom 12 X 14 feet , is where my
professional library Wax bench, Gemology bench, and computer are now,
will stay the same . Through the other door is a large secured
enclosed garage. The other electrical wiring will be to this.
On the bright side, The place is paid for and my former tenants did
not do EXCESSIVE damage while I had it rented out.
Take this to heart, never, Never rent property to anyone who has
been on the Jerry Springer Show… ( I knew this only after the fact).
I have allocated $ 4500.00 for this work. I will keep the group
abreast of the adventure.
Am I obsessed, fixated, excessive ? Only if You ask my personal
friends.
ROBB