Industrial Gambling

My name is Alec Steele. I am a blacksmith, amateur machinist and all-round maker of all-things metal. We make videos about making interesting things, learning about craft and appreciating the joy of creativity. Great to have you here following along!

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[GamerBadger]

That compressor is the most modern thing in your workshop…to run the oldest power method used by any of your machines? 😂❤

[JDPyrotechnics]

Jamie scaring him when pushing the button killed me.

[richardruiz]

Machinery "repair/clean up/ making it work" video's are awesome. Thanks for the work :)

[HeyZeus]

Pro tip for your power shear. Make a ramp that attaches to the back for your off cuts to slide out and away from the shear. Otherwise it’s no fun collecting your cut pieces.

[SomeDudeItWas]

I originally subbed to the channel because you make some really cool things, but the videos of you troubleshooting, disassembling, and restoring old equipment are honestly some of my favorite videos of yours. So satisfying to see a piece of equipment from 60+ years ago come back to life.

[lawi]

The company Blohm ( 17:13 ) from your machine from 1966 still exists today and makes amazing machines. I know their CEO and it’s funny to see these old lovely machines still being used 😊

[SkinnySevor]

I adore these videos of you figuring out new equipment. Including jumpscares and breaking random buttons.

[thecashier]

I'll never get tired of the comedy of a blacksmith surprised by glowing things being hot. Poetic really.

[Demdere]

Definitely love the shop videos. Please show updates for all of these tools & their installations! Even putting the extractor in its final spot outside!

[mark.j.wilson]

Used that model of bandsaw for years. The yellow unit above the welder should have a small grinding wheel to clean up the weld.

[safetyman]

Probably a bit late here but Tip from a Safety Engineer. those baghouse dust collectors are VERY good at removing dust but they are also prone to catch fire. i would recommend adding some fire protection like a fire extinguisher from Elide. these are very good for these type of applications.

[Jademalo]

I don't know why but I cannot get enough of workshop setup videos. Restoring machines, testing machines, cleaning, fixing, it's absolutely delightful. Utterly loved the steam hammer series so I'm glad it still continues in spirit!

[Druid_Plow]

23:00
That was actually pretty legendary your neighbor was ready to kill the power for you. I wish I had more neighbors who were willing to help each other out, so many people are only focused on themselves they don't even see the others around them

[zotzot]

i think my highschool has that exact model of vertical bandsaw, try spinning the material selector, there should be an option for asbestos!

[philwellbelove]

That bandsaw was the curse of every British Aerospace apprentice. Welding that blade together was enough to drive anyone to tears....I feel your pain! 😂😂

[ChillmusicGermany]

With the AC GA 37 FF you need to be sure it got serviced properly. Then you should be ready to go for a good while. My recommendation is to do an service every 2000h of running or 1 year. Every 3 services should be a big service with the oil shut off Vale etc. It's a proper machine and if you have any questions regarding your new Compressor just ask. I am a specialist in Atlas Copco Compressors.

[jkforges]

Thanks for letting us come over and play with your old German friend!
We should be posting some updates and videos on its new home in the near future!
Happy forging and good luck with the new tools and titanium damascus! 😄🔥⚒️

[delphic]

9:46 I've had dust collection in my shop for years but just installed an air filter similar to this. Had it running for less than 30 minutes and I was kicking myself for not doing this years ago. I had the exact same reaction as Alec...all smiles and glee.

[jtcustomknives]

That dust extractor is normally used on bead blast cabinets. DO NOT SUCK UP SPARKS OR YOU WILL HAVE A HUGE FIRE.

[StarScapesOG]

I was able to find a company called Airmaster Fan, they are a branch of the company Maico, and produce industrial fans, ventilation equipment, and industrial heaters. The Olympia Works plant in Leeds seems to have belonged to the Blackburn Corp, who manufactured airplanes through both world wars. Another company called Airmaster is currently in Denmark and focuses on large-scale localized ventilation. Hope any of this helps. It was a fun hunt.