# Episode 119: Buffing and grinding

- Show: [Making It](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it)
- Published: 2017-05-12
- Length: 1h 16m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2017-05-12-episode-119-buffing-and-grinding
- Listen: https://making-it-with-jimmy-diresta-bob-clagett-and-david-picciuto.castos.com/episodes/episode-119-buffing-and-grinding

## Summary

Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett, and David Picciuto discuss shop layout planning, with Diresta detailing his new 100-foot workshop featuring mobile steel-framed stations and 220V power for welding and plasma cutting. The hosts answer viewer questions about Mother's Day gifts, work-life balance, and constructive criticism regarding video pacing and personality. They also share recommendations for other maker channels and announce upcoming appearances at Maker Faire and local stores.

## Chapters

- [0:00](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2017-05-12-episode-119-buffing-and-grinding#t=0) Introduction and Hat Story
- [8:34](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2017-05-12-episode-119-buffing-and-grinding#t=514) Shop Layout and Power Planning
- [21:30](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2017-05-12-episode-119-buffing-and-grinding#t=1290) New Shop Design and Stations
- [34:09](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2017-05-12-episode-119-buffing-and-grinding#t=2049) Mother's Day Gifts and Inspiration
- [39:33](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2017-05-12-episode-119-buffing-and-grinding#t=2373) Work-Life Balance Discussion
- [45:58](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2017-05-12-episode-119-buffing-and-grinding#t=2758) Constructive Critiques and Pacing
- [1:07:07](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2017-05-12-episode-119-buffing-and-grinding#t=4027) YouTube Analytics and Vlogs
- [1:12:04](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/making-it/2017-05-12-episode-119-buffing-and-grinding#t=4324) Channel Recommendations and Events

## Topics

- [Scaling production](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/scaling-production)
- [Creator business](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/creator-business)
- [Careers & education](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/engineering-careers-and-education)
- [Maker community & events](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/maker-community)

## Most relevant to

companies scaling up

## Mentioned

- AutoDesk (company)
- Fusion 360 (tool)
- Lincoln Electric (company)
- Home Depot (company)
- Filson (company)
- KenCraft Hardwoods (company)
- DSLR Video Shooter (other)
- Hampton Rutland (other)

## Related episodes from other shows

- [160: Chowdered up the Spoilboard](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/embedded-fm/2016-07-12-160-chowdered-up-the-spoilboard) (Embedded.fm)
- [Bob Widlar, Electronic Design, FIRST Robotics - Monday, Meta Monday](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/the-amp-hour/2011-03-08-bob-widlar-electronic-design-first-robotics-monday-meta-monday) (The Amp Hour)
- [STL 102: The new guy from Nashville](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2016-01-15-stl-102-the-new-guy-from-nashville) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL274: Inside Highland Woodworking](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2022-09-09-stl274-inside-highland-woodworking) (Shop Talk Live)
- [STL254: Iron and oak (and maple?)](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/shop-talk-live/2021-11-19-stl254-iron-and-oak-and-maple) (Shop Talk Live)

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