Tom’s brother, Jim, purchased a new Kubota LA 854 tractor last spring. He brought it down to the shop so Tom could build and weld on a few accessories before using it. Tom fabricated a hook and chain holder for the front end loader. The holder is made out of half inch [...]
10
Aug
Kubota LA 854 Tractor Review
Posted by Tom Gabriel Published in Metal Fabrication, Tom's World, Tools, Weldingno comment
14
Apr
Tom was asked to build a small trailer frame for a do it your-selfer who wants to build his own tear drop trailer…
14
Apr
Outdoor Stair Rail
Posted by Tom Gabriel Published in Building Code, Building and Additions, Cutting Metal, Metal Bending, Metal Fabrication, Metal Handrails, Remodel, Repair, Ring Roller, Steel, Tubing Benders, WeldingIt is that time of year again when our attention turns to the outdoors and the curb appeal of our homes. One easy way to give your front porch a quick face lift is to add or replace an outdoor stair rail.
30
Mar
Dave emailed in a picture of his minivan tire. The tire hit a hex head self taping screw and Dave wanted to know if it would be best to…
30
Mar
Log Elevator [Video]
Posted by Tom Gabriel Published in Metal Fabrication, Repair, Steel, Tool Review, WeldingAn article and video on how Tom takes an inexpensive surplus purchase and turns it into something useful around the house and shop.
25
Mar
Difference Between Pop Rivets and Drive Rivets
Posted by Tom Gabriel Published in Metal Fabrication, Repair, Steel, WeldingTom explains the difference between a pop rivet and a drive rivet.
27
Feb
Custom Metal Fireplace Screen
Posted by Tom Gabriel Published in Cutting Metal, Metal Bending, Metal Fabrication, Steel, Tubing Benders, WeldingThere is lots to observe at this years Winter Olympic games. One fabrication blog takes on the unique metal fireplace screed seen on NBC’s Today Show…
24
Feb
It takes time, effort and energy to learn how to do something new. A recent post prompted reader, Sylvia, to write in and ask if I could do some posts on simple welding projects and share a few tips. Sylvia has taken on the task of learning to weld at the wonderful age [...]
23
Feb
Dave recently sent this picture in via our facebook page, while he was on vacation on the east coast. His question for Tom had to do with the type of weld used on this underwater exploration vehicle.
23
Feb
Sometimes the only way to fabricate a custom metal handrail is on the job site. This handmade handrail was welded partially in the shop and finished off at the custom home.
There are several things to remember when considering on site welding. It is best to be well prepared before leaving your shop. [...]
18
Feb
Metal Building Insulation
Posted by Tom Gabriel Published in Building and Additions, Steel, metal buildingWe received an email from Tim in Southwest Oklahoma. He had seen the video we made of our adventures while constructing our metal building house/shop. His main questions centered around our experience with insulation. He wanted to know what type of insulation we used for the home and if we had experienced any problems with home sweating during the winter months. He also asked if Tom had any advice on how to prevent sweating. Thanks for the questions Tim and we will do our best to try and answer your questions. By the way, best of luck with your building project and send us some updates and pictures for our website!
18
Feb
I continue to blog on the great pictures and notes that my brother in law sends updating family and friends on the home they are building themselves in northern Wyoming. Not many people can say they built their home themselves and really mean it! Way to go Chip and gang… keep the updates [...]
16
Feb
Tom and family travel a few miles south the Estes Park Colorado for a long weekend get away.
13
Feb
Metal Handles
Posted by Tom Gabriel Published in Metal Bending, Metal Fabrication, Steel, Tubing Benders, WeldingTom uses a compact bender to fabricate metal handles.
4
Feb
Concrete Floor Anchor Pot
Posted by Tom Gabriel Published in Building and Additions, Concrete, Machine Shop Resources, Remodel, Repair, Tool Review, WeldingMost auto body shops have small covered anchor pots with a removable chain feature installed into the floor. It is easy to incorporate anchor pots into a concrete floor while constructing a new shop. Tom included several anchor pots into the new addition of his machine and welding shop.
25
Jan
Do It Yourself Homebuilding: Wiring and Insulation
Posted by Tom Gabriel Published in Alternative Energy, Building and AdditionsWe have been busy. It has taken us forever to rough in the electrical work. To date we have run well over 2000 feet of 14-2 wire, 500′ of 12-2 wire, 150′ of 8 gauge wire, 100′ of 10 gauge wire, 750′ of CAT 5 communications cable, 500′ and counting of plenum rated [...]
9
Jan
As the temperature drops in most of the nation during the winter months, it is a good idea to review a few tips to prevent household pipes from freezing. Just a couple of extra steps can save a lot of headache after a night in the deep cold.
Most of the time pipes freeze in [...]
6
Jan
Do It Yourself Homebuilding continues
Posted by Tom Gabriel Published in Alternative Energy, Building Code, Building and Additions, ConcreteThe Millers continue to plug away at building a new energy efficient home themselves…
28
Dec
How To Get All The Soup Out of the Can – Tip By Karen [Video]
Posted by Tom Gabriel Published in Cutting Metal, Kitchens, Tom's World, tom's travelsThe week between Christmas and New Year tends to be a little slow at Trade Tool Innovations. We usually take advantage of the time off and pop in and out of town as the weather allows.
This past Christmas day we were up in Boulder Colorado preparing for our Christmas dinner and I (Karen) came [...]
10
Dec
Tom reviews a deep fry kit from Bass Pro Shop in honor of Thanksgiving.
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