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05-02-2014, 10:15 PM
James Booth sent me this update today. look to see everyone in two weeks !!
still some room for the ones who may still wish to attend !
THIS IS FOR FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, THURSDAY IS Ryan patterson, Cabinetparts pro Joey Jarrard, (Black Box Vacuum systems) Chuck Hicks (southeast tool) Discussions on machines tooling tool path strategies, nesting, vac and workholding , Maintenance
2014 McGrew’s Aspire Camp - Agenda
Friday 16th May, 2014
09:00 – 10:00 “What’s New?” in Aspire 4.5/VCarve Pro 7.5 – James Booth
Introduction and overview of the new features added to Aspire 4.5 and VCarve Pro 7.5
10:00 – 10:30 Break
10:30 – 12:00 Gadgets – Sara Marques
In this presentation Sara, from the Vectric office will provide an overview of using and installing Gadgets and demonstrate the time saving features in some of the newer Gadgets.
12:00 – 13:00 Lunch
13:00 – 14:00 Layered Sign Example – James Booth
A 3D effect can be easily created by layering separate 2D/2.5D pieces to make a dimensional sign. For this project we’ll show you how to draw the parts for a sign design and discuss the best ways to toolpath them to make the finished part.
14:0 0 – 14:30 Break
14:30 – 15:30 Cutting and Finishing - Tim Merrill
Expert Vectric user Tim Merrill will work with some of the projects being shown at the meeting to discuss ideas for material selection and preparation, practical ways to setup effective toolpaths and tips and tricks on finishing.
15:30 – 16:00 Break
16:00 – 17:00+ Tips & Techniques - Questions from the floor - James Booth
This session will cover a miscellaneous selection of techniques and ideas for use in different areas of Aspire. We’ll also deal with any questions that have come up during the breaks.
Saturday 17th May, 2014
08:00 – 09:00 2-Sided Tray/Bowl – James Booth
Two sided machining is a very powerful and surprisingly easy technique on a CNC. Many people do not try it though as they think it’s more complex than it actually is. In this example we’ll draw and model an elegant dish with stand and show how to cut these as a two-sided job.
09:00 – 09:15 Break
09:15 – 10:45 Assembling and Editing Clipart – Rebecca (Beki) Jeremy
Being able to re-use your models is a powerful feature of Aspire, whether its clip art, your own creations or purchased models. In this session Beki, who creates and edits artwork for Vector Art 3D will look at best-practice for laying out, editing and manipulating existing models to make new designs.
10:45 – 11:15 Break
11:15 – 12:45 Practical Modeling - Michael Mezalick
Michael Mezalick will explore some of his favourite modeling features in Aspire showing how these have been utilized in projects produced for his clients.
12:45 – 13:45 Lunch
13:45 – 14:45 Aspire Magic – Michael Tyler
Michael Tyler who creates the Vectric Projects of the Month will highlight some unexpected and innovative ways to use the modeling tools in Aspire.
14:45 – 15:00 Break
15:00 – 16:00 Tips & Techniques - Questions from the floor - James Booth
To finish we’ll cover some more suggestions to improve your use of Aspire and we’ll deal with any new questions that have come up during the breaks.
still some room for the ones who may still wish to attend !
THIS IS FOR FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, THURSDAY IS Ryan patterson, Cabinetparts pro Joey Jarrard, (Black Box Vacuum systems) Chuck Hicks (southeast tool) Discussions on machines tooling tool path strategies, nesting, vac and workholding , Maintenance
2014 McGrew’s Aspire Camp - Agenda
Friday 16th May, 2014
09:00 – 10:00 “What’s New?” in Aspire 4.5/VCarve Pro 7.5 – James Booth
Introduction and overview of the new features added to Aspire 4.5 and VCarve Pro 7.5
10:00 – 10:30 Break
10:30 – 12:00 Gadgets – Sara Marques
In this presentation Sara, from the Vectric office will provide an overview of using and installing Gadgets and demonstrate the time saving features in some of the newer Gadgets.
12:00 – 13:00 Lunch
13:00 – 14:00 Layered Sign Example – James Booth
A 3D effect can be easily created by layering separate 2D/2.5D pieces to make a dimensional sign. For this project we’ll show you how to draw the parts for a sign design and discuss the best ways to toolpath them to make the finished part.
14:0 0 – 14:30 Break
14:30 – 15:30 Cutting and Finishing - Tim Merrill
Expert Vectric user Tim Merrill will work with some of the projects being shown at the meeting to discuss ideas for material selection and preparation, practical ways to setup effective toolpaths and tips and tricks on finishing.
15:30 – 16:00 Break
16:00 – 17:00+ Tips & Techniques - Questions from the floor - James Booth
This session will cover a miscellaneous selection of techniques and ideas for use in different areas of Aspire. We’ll also deal with any questions that have come up during the breaks.
Saturday 17th May, 2014
08:00 – 09:00 2-Sided Tray/Bowl – James Booth
Two sided machining is a very powerful and surprisingly easy technique on a CNC. Many people do not try it though as they think it’s more complex than it actually is. In this example we’ll draw and model an elegant dish with stand and show how to cut these as a two-sided job.
09:00 – 09:15 Break
09:15 – 10:45 Assembling and Editing Clipart – Rebecca (Beki) Jeremy
Being able to re-use your models is a powerful feature of Aspire, whether its clip art, your own creations or purchased models. In this session Beki, who creates and edits artwork for Vector Art 3D will look at best-practice for laying out, editing and manipulating existing models to make new designs.
10:45 – 11:15 Break
11:15 – 12:45 Practical Modeling - Michael Mezalick
Michael Mezalick will explore some of his favourite modeling features in Aspire showing how these have been utilized in projects produced for his clients.
12:45 – 13:45 Lunch
13:45 – 14:45 Aspire Magic – Michael Tyler
Michael Tyler who creates the Vectric Projects of the Month will highlight some unexpected and innovative ways to use the modeling tools in Aspire.
14:45 – 15:00 Break
15:00 – 16:00 Tips & Techniques - Questions from the floor - James Booth
To finish we’ll cover some more suggestions to improve your use of Aspire and we’ll deal with any new questions that have come up during the breaks.