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November 22 – November 29, 2024 “Sign Projects” Contest

Happy Friday! Thanks for sharing your Vortex projects made on the LongMill/AltMill.

Last Week’s Winners

We are happy to announce that Jason Arney-O’Neil, Russell Dillon, and Patrick Baerts are the Vortex projects contest winners. Watch out for a prize!

This Week’s Theme: Sign Projects

This week’s theme: “Projects that are signs”! Share your most creative sign projects made with your LongMill/AltMill for a chance to win free prizes!

Have ideas for themes? Let us know by commenting below!

Happy making!

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November 15 – November 22, 2024 “Vortex Projects” Contest

Hey everyone! Thanks for posting your hosting/entertaining projects made on the LongMill/AltMill.

Last Week’s Winners

We are happy to announce that Dave Olson, Dan Philie, Tammy Erickson, Gord Waterman, James Prestage, and Thomas Loomis are the hosting/entertaining projects contest winners. A prize is on its way!

This Week’s Theme: Vortex Projects

Show off your best Vortex projects for a chance to win cool prizes! We’ll select our favourites and send awesome rewards to the makers.

Have ideas for themes? Let us know by commenting below!

Happy building!

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November 8 – November 15, 2024 “Hosting/Entertaining Projects” Contest

Happy Friday! Thanks for sharing your latest projects made on the LongMill/AltMill.

Last Week’s Winners

We are happy to announce that Lou LaRock, Lonnie Clark, James O’Rear, Donovan Corbin, Max Crompton, and Lyle Biehn are the latest projects contest winners. Watch out for a prize!

This Week’s Theme: Hosting/Entertaining Projects

This week’s theme: hosting and entertaining projects! Share your beer stands, coasters, speakers, TV setups, serving trays, games, or any entertaining items made on your LongMill/AltMill. We’ll pick our favorites to send free stuff!

Have ideas for themes? Let us know by commenting below!

Happy creating!

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New LaserBeam Accessories Available!

We are excited to offer two of our LaserBeam accessories for purchase in our shop.

First, we have the Steel LaserBeam Mount. Originally designed specifically for the LaserBeam and included with each LaserBeam System, this mount has proven to be a versatile accessory that many customers use in their projects, setups, and designs. It’s built to be durable and reliable, ensuring long-lasting performance.

https://sienci-upgrade.cospark.io/product/laserbeam-mount/

Next is the Replacement Focus Finder Set. Every LaserBeam order comes with a full set, but we know how easy it can be to misplace these small parts. We’ve created this replacement set to help you keep everything in place.

https://sienci-upgrade.cospark.io/product/replacement-focus-finder-set/

In addition to making these accessories available for purchase, we’ve also added a Resources Page to our website, where you can download the design files for each accessory. Feel free to experiment and create your own versions at home!

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LaserBeam Magnetic Mount Available for Purchase!

The LaserBeam Magnetic Mount is now available for purchase! Streamline your setup by eliminating the tedious bolting process. Once installed, simply snap your laser on and off for quick and easy adjustments. Crafted with durable, high-strength magnets, this mount ensures exceptional stability and rigidity, delivering precise and clean results within recommended speed ranges. Upgrade your experience today!

We have prepared detailed resources for the Magnetic Mount, providing all necessary steps for mounting and attachment which can be found here: https://resources.sienci.com/view/lb-magnetic-mount/

Feel free to explore all of our other resources for updated information on LaserBeam compatibility with the ever-expanding line of Sienci Labs products.

https://resources.sienci.com/view/lb-product-description

If you are interested in purchasing the LaserBeam or the Magnetic Mount check out the product pages.

https://sienci-upgrade.cospark.io/product/laser/
https://sienci-upgrade.cospark.io/product/laserbeam-magnetic-mount/

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November 1 – November 8, 2024 “Latest Projects” Contest

Hi everyone! Thanks for posting your wooden projects made on the LongMill/AltMill.

Last Week’s Winners

We are happy to announce that Brian Derman, Barb Taylor, Jonathan Clayton, Richard Lynch, Jen Taylor, and Mike Blanchette are the wooden projects contest winners. A prize is on its way!

This Week’s Theme: Latest Projects

Share your latest LongMill/AltMill CNC project for a chance to win free prizes in this week’s contest!

Have ideas for themes? Let us know by commenting below!

Happy crafting!

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October 25 – November 1, 2024 “Wooden Projects” Contest

Happy Friday! Thanks for sharing your Halloween projects made on the LongMill/AltMill.

Last Week’s Winners

We are happy to announce that Jedediah Burger, Matt Loll, Greg Porter, Scott Gardner, Robert Mohr, and Sara Lynn are the Halloween projects part 2 contest winners. Watch out for a prize!

This Week’s Theme: Wood Projects

This week’s theme is “wooden projects”! Share your LongMill/AltMill wooden creations for a chance to win free prizes!

Have ideas for themes? Let us know by commenting below!

Happy making!

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October 18 – October 25, 2024 “Halloween Projects Part 2”

Hey everyone! Thanks for posting your Halloween projects made on the LongMill/AltMill.

Last Week’s Winners

We are happy to announce that Jeffery Bates, Aaron Greer, Rob Duceatt, Jack Maree, Dan Muill, and Kenneth Key are the Halloween projects part 1 contest winners. A prize is on its way!

This Week’s Theme: Halloween Projects

Join us for Part 2 of our Halloween celebration! Share your spooky LongMill or AltMill projects, and we’ll pick more favourites to send out some (not-so-scary) prizes!

Have ideas for themes? Let us know by commenting below!

Happy building!

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Check Out These Videos

Hey everyone. Take a look at our CNC tutorials, resources, assembly videos, and behind-the-scenes projects! Stay informed about our latest builds, production insights, and tips to enhance your maker journey. Discover new techniques and best practices for your CNC projects!

AltMill CNC Assembly Guide | Full Setup Tutorial

Learn how to assemble the AltMill CNC with this step-by-step guide. Follow along for detailed setup instructions and discover key features to get your CNC running efficiently. For written instructions, visit: https://resources.sienci.com/view/altmill-assembly/

Testing the 4.5KW AltMill CNC Spindle: Behind the Scenes with Sienci Labs

Join us for an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at our mechanical engineering team’s latest project! In this video, Daniel is tinkering with a 4.5KW spindle concept for the AltMill CNC. AltMill accelerations are 1500mm/s2 during cutting demos. Interested in this concept? Share your feedback and suggestions through our Product or Feature Request Form and AltMill Spindle Survey. Product or Feature Request Form: https://sienci-upgrade.cospark.io/faq/company-faq/can-i-give-you-a-suggestion-for-a-product-or-feature/ AltMill Spindle Survey: https://forms.gle/jpcvYQgB78mpcmVQ9

Maximize Profits $$$! CNC & Laser Customization of Stanley Tumblers | Cottage Country Sienci S2 EP3

Discover how to boost your earnings by customizing trending items! In this video, Scott demonstrates the process of personalizing the popular 40 oz Stanley Quencher Tumbler using top-notch tools like the LongMill CNC, Vortex Rotary Axis, and LaserBeam Laser system. Learn step-by-step techniques to transform everyday products into unique, high-value creations that stand out in the market. Perfect for makers and entrepreneurs looking to tap into the customization trend!

Behind the Scenes of the 39″x52″ Smaller AltMill CNC Idea | Sienci Labs

Discover the latest innovations from our mechanical engineering team as we take you behind the scenes. In this video, Ben is tinkering with a concept for a smaller version of our AltMill CNC, sized 39 inches by 52 inches. Interested in this concept? Share your feedback and suggestions through our Product or Feature Request Form: https://sienci-upgrade.cospark.io/faq/company-faq/can-i-give-you-a-suggestion-for-a-product-or-feature/

LongMill Spindle Kit Installation and gSender Setup

In this instructional video, we will show you how to install the LongMill Spindle Kit onto your LongMill MK2 CNC machine. In the last half of the video, we will show you how to set up the software side of the spindle installation using gSender. Minimum tools are required. All you need is a small flat-head screwdriver and the Allen key that came with the LongMill Mk2 or Mk1 machines.

DIY LongMill CNC Vertical Clamping Setup Part 2

Join Dennis Harlock as he demonstrates how to set and define the zeros (origins) for your projects using the vertical clamping system on the LongMill CNC. Vertical Clamping Setup Part 1: https://youtu.be/RcsLYTHdpPc

Installation Guide for Closed-Loop Stepper Motors on Vortex Rotary Axis for LongMill & AltMill CNCs

We explore the advantages and differences between closed and open-loop stepper motors. You’ll learn how each system affects precision, performance, and reliability in CNC machining. We also provide a step-by-step guide to installing and setting up a closed-loop stepper system on the Vortex Rotary Axis for both the LongMill and AltMill CNC machines. This video will help you understand the benefits of a closed-loop system and how it can improve your CNC setup. For written instructions, visit our Resources page: ​​https://resources.sienci.com/view/vx-closed-loop-motor/

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October 11 – October 18, 2024 “Halloween Projects Part 1” Contest

Happy Friday! Thanks for sharing your nature-themed projects made on the LongMill/AltMill.

Last Week’s Winners

We are happy to announce that Rick Tanguay, Steve Gareau, Bob Weimer, Scott Paul, Rob Duceatt, and Russell Crosby are the nature-themed projects contest winners. Watch out for a prize!

Also, we will be closed on Monday, October 14th, for Thanksgiving and will be back in the office on Tuesday, October 15th.

This Week’s Theme: Halloween Projects

Celebrate Halloween with us by sharing your spooky LongMill/AltMill projects! We’ll pick our favorites and send out some (not-so-scary) prizes!

Have ideas for themes? Let us know by commenting below!

Happy creating!