Lathe Committee…
is composed of the following members: * Dan Stowers (Chairman), * Bob Armstrong * Richard Briggs * Mike D’Angelo * Mike Henretta * Scott Schaffer * Karl Schultz
Our Lathe Equipment
The shop has a state of the art Lathe section with all the accessories needed to perform just about any kind of turning operation. The following is a list of some of the major items in the shop inventory: * Two full size Powermatic lathes * One full size Robust lathe * One Midi Rikon lathe used exclusive for pen turning * A vacuum pump and chuck for the Robust lathe * A Beall buffing system * Three complete sets of Benjamin’s Best turning tools (6 tools in each set) * A complete selection of 3” scalloped sanding disc and an angle drill * A complete array of chucks and jaws to accommodate virtually any application * A wide variety of face platesLathe Training & Certification
We conduct training sessions on the lathe quarterly. Currently, the lathe certification process is just that a process. Unless you are an experienced turner, members must go through one of the quarterly Introduction to the Lathe classes. Following successful completion of the class the “new turner” will be assigned to one of several seasoned members who have volunteered to be “Mentors”. The mentor stage can last up to 2 months before the new turner can be certified on the lathes. Seasoned turners who join the club may be given the opportunity for a “fast track” certification. Generally, this process involves a one to two hour session with one of the committee members during which the member demonstrates the basic skills on the lathe needed for safe, independent operation.Resources
Kent Weakley is a graphic designer, artist, photographer and wood bowl turning addict.
He earned a Bachelor’s of Fine Arts Degree from the Columbus College of Art & Design in Columbus, Ohio.
Combining his talents, Kent produces the information-packed website, TurnAWoodBowl.com, which helps turners all over the world learn the details of the art of wood bowl turning. His wood bowl turning website is viewed and shared by over half a million people per month. Here are some websites we think will be of interest to ACW members interested in woodturning. Click Here
Scott Shafer of the Turning Group details how to use colorful epoxy and walnut to make a beautiful creation. Click Here
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