I’m taking a carpentry class at Canadore College. If you haven’t heard about my exciting adventures feel free to check ‘em out here, here, and here. In my short knowledge... read more →
Laminates & Adhesives This week’s class started off with a quick lesson on how to attach decorative laminate to MDF to make countertops. Adam went through the process, step-by-step, then... read more →
Cory Wigle, a 2nd year Mechanical Engineering student, and his invention are making a considerable difference in the manufacturing world. His award-winning robot, affectionately named ‘Suzan’, is used to repair... read more →
During the welding process, workers can be exposed to radiant energy exposure (also known as optical radiation). It is of vital importance that welders recognize and understand the safety hazards... read more →
Chisels & Dovetails This week’s carpentry class began with a quick lesson on sharpening chisels. To begin, we used a ninja-star-shaped bevel gauge to determine the angle of the primary... read more →
There’s a few blog topics I hear about frequently—no matter what angle the writer takes. For starters, employee morale, lowering costs, Apple vs Android, the list goes on. Recently, I... read more →
When considering renovations, there is a strong appeal to living at home for the duration. Not only does it save clients money, but it saves the need to displace the... read more →
Prepping for the Solo Project After how much I enjoyed my first carpentry class at Canadore College, I was excited to choose what to construct for my first solo project.... read more →
Scheduling multiple subcontractors for a project can sometimes seem a bit daunting. Here are our tips for scheduling subcontractors: Importance of a Schedule A schedule is of vital importance on... read more →