In my department we deal with a variety of technologies from robots to
lasers.
Now and then though my professor digs up an unusual guest speaker.
We recently had a visit from a guy in Denver who specializes in veneering.
He has practiced the art for about 25 years, and has recently finished a
book, (don't have the title handy.)
He explained why veneer peels off frequently. There are several reasons:
Poor quality glue
Poor quality wood backing
Severe moisture
Not veneering both sides!
etc. etc.
Anyway, I was wondering if anyone out there is interested in replacing
their grotty wooden dashboard.
>From the discussions with this guy I'm kinda leaning in both directions.
The first is re-veneering over the old wood with superior glue, OR,
making a solid wood dash.
The solid wood dash can warp though, which could be a problem.
I have the expertise, tools, and attention to detail that is required, so
I'm gonna replace my Spitfire dash with solid walnut.
AND, I deal with a couple who have a nice business in laser etching/cutting.
These new lasers can cut through wood or plastic with amazing accuracy.
They can also etch out a logo on a wine glass!!!
The recent demo we had was fascinating. I'm hoping to see them this week
and get a price on cutting out a complete veneer dashboard pattern.
With a suitable template, it can be scanned, and cut in minutes.
Anyone interested in the progress of both of these summer project
business ideas reply to me directly with the message:
Info on Dash's n' Veneers
I know that the prices that VB, Moss, etc charge for new wooden
dashboards can be EASILY beat.
grayoak@holly.colostate.edu
Nick D Benson
Dept. of Industrial Sciences
Colorado State University
Fort Collins CO
|