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Episode 37

Tools Demonstrated

EZ Loc Brass Grommets,
Tonight’s show was just bowls. From templates to installation Ken and John covered it all. They talked about china bowls, solid surface bowls, Stainless Steel bowls and fiberglass reinforced bowls. They also covered all the most common ways to install the bowls.
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The first segment covered the different types of bowls and methods of installations. Other than a little mike trouble the segment went well.

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Under mount Installation was the thrust of this segment. The guys covered the under mount sink setter, great for installing cast iron sinks. They also demonstrated the new Peel N Stick sink clips as well as the Romy Clamps and the sink undermounters. This was a great segment to watch if you’re unsure as to how all these items work.

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Segment three covered solid surface bowl installation. Ken and John glued up a vanity bowl using Dani Clamps. They also demonstrated the Romy Clamp method of installation.

 
   
 
Episode 36

Tools Demonstrated

LOBO 10: Table Saw, JDS Dust Force Collector, Modulus Scoring Saw Attachment

Tonight’s show was our first back after a few months of. Ken and John quickly got back into the spirit of the show and, as usual, brought lots of laughs into the demonstrations. Tools covered tonight were the LOBO Table Saw, the Modulus Scoring unit and the JDS Dust Collectors
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This first segment got off to a rocky start but quickly smoothed out. Ken and John talked about Dust Collection in general and demonstrated the JDS Dust Gates and the JDS Dust Force Collector.

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Segment two covered the LOBO 10” Table Saw, one of our favorites.

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In this segment Ken and John demonstrated and discussed the Modulu Scoring Saw attachment. The Modulus received IWF’s Challengers Award in 1986 and it continues to be a favorite for the small shop cutting melamine and laminate products.

 
   
 
Episode 35

Tools Demonstrated

Router Edge Guide
David Whitney of REG joins Ken and John on the Set. David is the inventor and patent holder of the Router Edge Guide. The router edge guide is a 4 sided adjustable fixture to aid in routing dadoes, rabbets, square and rectangle holes, fluting and more.
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The big orange pumpkin (Turbo I vac) was demonstrated in this segment. Watch and see how the guys bring humor to a sucky subject.

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Is that a vac hicky? Watch as John and Ken put the Fein Vac to an unusual challenge. Just how great is the suction produced by these little orange turbos? You’ll see in a way that only these two clowns can show you.
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Segment three was a little more tame as Vince demonstrated just how well the 6” Random Orbit can handle solid surface finishing.

 
   
 
Episode 34

Tools Demonstrated

Fein 6” Random Orbit Sander, Fein Turbo I Dust collector
In tonight’s show Ken and John were joined by Vince Girlovich, the Vice President of sales for Fein Powertools. The main topic of conversation was dustless sanding but a wide range of the Fein line was touched on. In segment two John put the Turbo I to the lift test as he “suspended” himself on stage with a vac hose stuck to his head. Will these guys ever give up?
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The big orange pumpkin (Turbo I vac) was demonstrated in this segment. Watch and see how the guys bring humor to a sucky subject.

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Is that a vac hicky? Watch as John and Ken put the Fein Vac to an unusual challenge. Just how great is the suction produced by these little orange turbos? You’ll see in a way that only these two clowns can show you.
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Segment three was a little more tame as Vince demonstrated just how well the 6” Random Orbit can handle solid surface finishing.

 
   
 
Episode 33

Tools Demonstrated

Quartz Installation Tool Packages , FabQuick Templating Clips, Rags, yes rags

Ken and John were joined by Bill Wolle of ISSFA on tonight’s show. Topics covered included the new FabQuick Templating Clips, the Issfa Quartz Installation tools, and rags, yes rags. When you watch the show be sure to catch the intro as John shows off his new “Bike”.
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Rags, motorcycles and more rags; It’s hard to believe they could talk about rags for 15 minutes

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Bill Wolle strolls in for this episode on Quartz Installation tools and the Installation Seminar series from ISSFA. If you are looking to get into doing Quartz Installs this is something you should look at.
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The new FabQuick Clips are covered in this segment. Can a ten year old really make a template using these clips? Watch the episode and see for yourself.

 
   
 
Episode 32

Tools Demonstrated

LK Gluing Dispensers, Lamello Top 20 Biscuit Joiner , Lamello Lamina, Cantex Flush Milling Machine 
Tonights show is on the Lamello line of tools from Switzerland. Join us as we welcome guest Dave Rakauskas, VP of Colonial Saw. Dave will run us through all the tools and their features.
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The Lamello LK line of glue applicators was demonstrated in the segment. The LK line is a practical and economical way to apply water based glues to your project. Designed for both the small and large shop.

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Ninga Stars are the topic of this segment (not really) The Lamello Biscuit Joiner is covered as well as all the different elements that go with the joiner. See the new “FIXO” element designed for joining pieces without clamps.

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Perfect repairs in wood are made simple with the Lamello Biscuit Joiner and a special cutter. The Lamello Cantex Flush Milling Machine makes quick work of the wood when attaching edges to laminate tops and panels. The guys also demonstrate the Lamello Lamina. The Lamina is a multi purpose trimmer for plastic laminate, wood veneer and edgebanding. The Lamina is great for trimming 3mm PCV banding.

 
   
 
Episode 31

Tools Demonstrated

ITI Diamond Tooling
John shows up confused as he looks for a place to "wet his duck". See how how easy it is to profile stone and quartz with a small water fed milling machine. There is no longer a reason for a small show to turn away jobs with exotic profile.
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John shows up confused as he looks for a place to "wet his duck". In segment one we introduce the guys from ITI Diamond Tooling and their new Thickness corrector and Profile wheels for Stone.

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In this segment we run the tools and show you just how easy it is to profile stone and quartz with a small water fed milling machine. There is no longer a reason for a small show to turn away jobs with exotic profile.

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In this last segment we take you through to Postion 7 with an exotic profile and answer questions from the viewers.

 
   
 
Episode 30

Tools Demonstrated

Duvain Bowl Cutout machine, Contour Cat, Polifox 1600, Turbo Cut 200 Circular Saw, Stone Jigsaw
Join us as we take a trip to the "woods" in Elberton, Ga. In this segment we'll cover just how easy it can be to produce sink holes with the Duvain Bowl Cutout machine. Bobby shows the Contour Cat with an oscillating head. Also shown is the unstoppable multi use Polifox 1600 for core drilling, polishing and calibrating material thickness.The Sure Guide is demonstated and we cover the "almost dustless" Tub\rbo Cut 200 Circular Saw and the unique Stone Jigsaw.
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Join us as we take a trip to the "woods" in Elberton, Ga. In this segment we'll cover just how easy it can be to produce sink holes with the Duvain Bowl Cutout machine.

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Bobby joins us in this segment as he walks us through the Contour Cat with an oscillating head. Also shown is the unstoppable multi use Polifox 1600 for core drilling, polishing and calibrating material thickness.The Sure Guide is demonstarted for on-site drilling as well.

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Segment 3 takes us into the world of cutting stone. We cover the "almost dustless" Tub\rbo Cut 200 Circular Saw and the unique Stone Jigsaw.

 
   
 
Episode 29

Tools Demonstrated

Stone Fabricating Products , Stone Handling Products

Join us for Stone 101, a basic look at natural stone and Quartz. This show is the first of many for solid surface fabricators looking into fabricating stone for new stone fabricators and anyone interested in the differances between Natural Stone products and Quartz (engineered stone). Joining us tonight is Mark Titus of Contruction Solutions.
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Ice Cream is just like Stone (so says Ken). Join us and see if you can stay awake while Ken talk about how stone is created.

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Mark Titus joins us in this segment to talk about the different types of stone products availble and threir uses.
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In segment 3 we discuss a little about handling and fabricating Natural Stone and Quartz.

 
   
 
Episode 28

Tools Demonstrated

Marcon Kab Jak, Smart Clips, Peel N Stick undermount sink brackets
Join us as Ken rolls out the Marcon Kab Jak (and John). Ken and John discuss and demonstrate the advantages of owning a Kab Jak. The Smart Clips are also introduced in the segment
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Join us as Ken rolls out the Marcon Kab Jak (and John). Ken and John discuss and demonstrate the advantages of owning a Kab Jak. The Smart Clips are also introduced in the segment. 

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We continue with the Smart Clip demonstration in this segment. Ken and John explain the advantages of not having to go back to the job site to remove clamps, wedges and blocks.

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Episode 3 is interesting to say the least. Join us while we take a close look at the new Peel N Stick undermount sink brackets. We put these new brackets to the test when John attempts to swing on a seat he's made using a piece of solid surface and 4 of these new clips.

 
   
 
Episode 27

Tools Demonstrated

Fein Multimaster

Tonight’s show was just bowls. From templates to installation Ken and John covered it all. They talked about china bowls, solid surface bowls, Stainless Steel bowls and fiberglass reinforced bowls. They also covered all the most common ways to install the bowls.
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We’re off and running with the New Fein Multimaster Tool. See how the “Quick in” blade changed has changed the tool. An intro to Fein and the Multimaster accessories are covered in this segment.

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Watch as the Multimaster quickly cuts its way through various materials including vinyl flooring, tile and wood. Safety is discussed as John proves the Multimaster can cut through “fingers”

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More accessories in this segment. The various kits available are also discussed.

 
   
 
Episode 26

Tools Demonstrated

Axiom, Silco, Color Sil , Dow Corning , Perfect Finish
The laughs are back as Ken gets sprayed with John's home made squirt gun. Caulking application methods are demonstrated when things settle down.
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Just try and stay awake as we discuss the wonderful world of caulk. Ken and John cover the different types of caulks and what they are used for.

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The laughs are back as Ken gets sprayed with John's home made squirt gun. Caulking application methods are demonstrated when things settle down.

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A new finishing method of finishing solid surface is discussed as we introduce and demonstrate "Perfect Finish" from Dani Designs. The method is quick and uniform and it passed our tests with ease.

 
   
 
Episode 25

Tools Demonstrated

Wall Brackets, Edgebanding products, Virtuex EB25
Wall brackets are the topic of discussion in our first segment. Also covered to tonight are edgebanding products and the Virutex EB25 Edgebander.
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Wall Brackets and workstation brackets are covered by John and fabicator guest Joel DeVos. See how these heavy duty brackets will eliminate the need to make brackets in house.

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The boring but necessary topic of edge banding is covered in this episode. Listen as Joel and John discuss types of banding and their uses.

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The popular Virutex EB25 is demonstrated fully during this segment. Learn the ins and outs of banding with hot air as John shares his knowledge of this workhorse. You'll also see what to do when the bander doesn't do just what you thought it would.

 
   
 
Episode 24

Tools Demonstrated

EZ Coper, Dust Away Pads, Mirka Abrasives, Abranet Soft

Join us as we demonstrate the EZ Coper with guest Haley Birch. Also joining us tonight is John Best from Mirka Abrasives to demonstrate Abranet soft.
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