Simple foldable & transportable Canvas Print Frame System
Project Idea
The idea for this project was to utilize the (awesome!) large format printer to make prints for myself and others. One of the downsides I've found with framing things (especially large prints) is that the frames become quite ungainly to transport/move with. The aim with this project was to make a system that was more portable and simple - i.e. no glass to break, etc. The canvas material is perfect for this!
Tube Roller
This tool is used for bending long curves in metal.
Base Tool: https://www.harborfreight.com/tubing-roller-99736.html - $200
Bottle Jack: https://www.harborfreight.com/4-ton-hydraulic-bottle-jack-69472.html?_b… - $13
CNC Lathe
This would help take our machine shop to the next level.
Larger laser cutter
It would be great to have a larger laser, a more powerful laser, and a fiber laser (which can mark metal). This laser is expensive, but it checks all of those boxes: The Epilog FusionPro 48 Dual (120W CO2/50W Fiber). It has lots of great features (https://www.epiloglaser.com/laser-machines/fusion-pro-laser-series.htm), and a cut area of 48" x 36".
New Vacuum Former
Our vacuum former leaves a lot to be desired. This one (similar to what they have at Sacred Heart) has many capabilities that enable it to produce much better results: https://www.formechdirect.com/product/508fs/
Large Embroidery Machine
This would make it easier to do larger formats and multiple colors (as seen at Sacred Heart Makerspace): https://www.toolots.com/single-head-15-needles-embroidery-machine-with-…