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I t's no secret that storage projects generate

I a rot ol interest among woodworkers. It's

a simple fact, we cor.rld all use more storage. In

this issue, you'll find a couple of solutions to

the problem - for large or small needs.

Take a look at the photo at left for a ver-

satile approach. The concept behind this

modular storage system is to create easy-

to-build components that you can mix and

match. This way, you build what you need

to suit the space at hand. And if your needs

change, simply add a new component (or

two). Plus, the heavy-duty worksurfaces are

a great addition to any shop.

We didn't leave small needs unanswered

either. Chris Fitch, one of our designers,

came up with a great way to store sharp-

ening stones. You know, the ones you have

sitting on a shelf or in a drawer where they

can get chipped or cracked. Well, his solu-

tion (page 42) only requires a couple scraps

of wood and an aftemoon to make. And it's

easy to customize the look of each box.

On page 34 you'll read about a unique

jig for your table saw that allows you to

accurately cut small-scale workpieces. And

speaking of accuracy, check out the shop-

made layout and measuring tools starting on

page 16. These classic tools answer big-time

needs. The construction is easy, but they will

last for generations.

There's a lot going on and we wanted to

include even more. Our solution? We've pro-

vided the extras online at ShopNotes.com.

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Wall- M ou nted Storage Sysfem

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hands-on technique

Assembling a Frame and Panel

Cutting the joinery is only half the job. Find out

the keys to assembling a door successfully.

in the shop

Motor Wirin Is there an advantage to wiilng for 240v

vs.1 20v? Here's what you need to know.

masterinE the table saw

great gear

The Latest Cool Tcols

Take a look at the newest tools for making your

time in the shop more productive and enjoyable

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Have a woodworking or shop-related question?

Send it in - the editors wtll answer it here.

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Preventing Kickback Gffilao

These simple steps are all it takes to minimize

the chance of kickback at the table saw.

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Easy Glampin$ Station

Over the years, I realized that I

spend a lot of time doing repetitive

tasks, like clamping and unclamp-

ing the workpieces or project I'm

working on. Recently, I sat down

to design something that would

help save time when

building a project that involves

a lot of clamping. The result is

shown in the drawings and main

photo. This clamping station has

proven to be versatile and a big

helping hand in the shop. Best of

all, it's quick to build.

It starts with a plywood

base. Slots along two edges are

designed to house bar clamps or

locking clamps typically used on a

drill press table (photo and detail

above). I cut the slots using a

router and a shop-made template

for consistent size and spacing.

Next comes the top. For this, I

used plywood with laminate for

a smooth, easy-to-clean worksur-

face. A couple of hardwood cleats

on two edges finish it up. The

cleats make it easy to assemble

and square up frames of all types.

To use the clamping station, I

set it on my benchtop so the slots

overhang the edges of the bench.

The slots accommodate a wide

range of clamps, including bar

clamps, for seemingly endless

clamping options.

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ShopNotes No. 105

Work Sharp

Disk Storage

Since purchasing a Work

Sharp 3000 sharpening sys-

tem, it rarely leaves my

benchtop. I use it all the time

to touch up the edges of my

chisels and plane irons.

The only problem I've had

is where and how to store

all of the sharpening disks. I

don't want to risk chipphg

or breaking the glass or slot-

ted plastic disks. The holder you see

above solves the problem. It stores the

disks safely and securely.

The holder consists of a bottom,

two sides, and a handle for portability.

lssue 105

May/June 2009

PUBLISHER Donald L peschke

EDITOR Terry J. Strohman

MANAGING EDTTOR Bryan Nelson

5ENIOR EDTTOR phit Huber

ASSOCIATE EDITOR Randall A. tVaxey

CONTRIBUTING EDITORS Vincent Ancona,

Joel Hess, Ted Raife, Dennis Perkins, Carol Beronich

EDITORIAL INTERN Catherine Seiser

Dadoes are sized to

hold the disks securely

and protect them from damage. The

center dado captures the handle.

To build the holder, I started with an

extra-wide blank of %" plywood. This

ensures that the dadoes will be aligned

when assembled. The drawing below

gives you all the details. After the da-

does are cut, you can trim the pieces to

final size then cut a rabbet in the sides

before assembly.

EXECUTIVE ART DIRECToR Todd Lambirth

ART DIRECTOR Cary Christensen

SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER Jamie Downing

SENIOR ILTUSTRATORS David Kreyling, Dirk Ver Steeg,

Harlan V Clark, Peter.J. Larson, David Kallemyn

GRAPHIC DESIGNER Shelley Cronin

3/a" RAO.

CREATIVE DtRECToR Ted Kralicek

SENIOR PROJECT DESIGNERS Ken Munkel, Kent Welsh,

Chris Fitch. James R. Downing, Mike Donovan

PROJECT DESIGNER/BUtLDER tohn Doyle

SHOP CRAFTSMEN Steve Curtis. Steve lohnson

HANDLE

(57/6" x75/o")

SENIOR PHOTOGRAPHERS Crayola England,

Dennis Kennedy

ASSOCIATE STYLE DIRECTOR Rebecca Cunningham

SENIOR PREPRESS IMAGE SPECTALTST Allan Ruhnke

PRODUCTION ASSISTANT Minniette Johnson

VIDEO DIRECTOR/ED|TOR Mark Hayes

Ralph Okonieski

Stotu, Ohio

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