Featured Member
John Groen
Mient Woodworking
John's Story
John is a carpenter who works out of the Fuse33 space. Using reclaimed wood, John breathes new life into forgotten treasures, giving them purpose and beauty. Just like John’s intricate work, it’s all about fit. Fuse33 is a really good fit for him.
Here at Fuse33, the creative and collaborative nature of the space allows for makers like John to experiment with their art and expand their outreach. Given John’s background as a woodworker and as a teacher Fuse33 provides him with opportunities to lead and spark community engagement through instructing an introduction to woodworking workshop where participants have a chance to make a wooden cutting board from start to finish.
Fuse33 encourages innovative approaches to fabrication across all mediums. John embodies that spirit with his dedication to upcycling wood scraps, such as skateboard offcuts, to create unique pieces. John enjoys the inspiration that comes from working out of a lively community oriented space, as opposed to the isolating atmosphere of his garage. At Fuse33 John is able to tap into a diverse network of craftspeople that can provide support to his creative endeavors:
“Often, while working on my projects, I am asked for woodworking advice and in turn, I receive support with things that I’m still learning more about.”
With the encouragement of other Fuse33 members, John embarked on a journey as a contestant on an online DIY competition in support of the American Lung Association, which had participants across North America. John maintained first place in his group for more than 3 weeks.
Inspired by the endless possibilities at Fuse33, John has crafted a one of a kind bed frame for his daughter and husband, exquisite end tables, scavenged and repurposed wood cutting board, and unique table for each of his children. John’s To-Do List is constantly expanding thanks to our encouraging community and resources.
Follow and Learn More About John
Whether you’re interested in sustainable woodworking like John or want to see what else Fuse33 has to offer, this is your hub for all things maker. Check out our different levels of memberships below, and sign up today!
It’s all about fit. Fuse33 is a really good fit for me. The creative collaborative community at Fuse supports and allows for the engagement of various makers.
Fuse33 is a very important addition to the community. It provides opportunities for people to learn and express themselves creatively.
Not only do I appreciate the diversity of talented and creative folks at Fuse, the wide age range of makers contributes to the overall positive nature of the space.
John Groen
Mient Woodworking
Share space, equipment and a wonderful community of makers
Become part of a community where creation and collaboration are the heart of everything we do. Fuse33 was conceived out of the need for artists and makers to use a space with professional-level equipment without the hug up-front cost.
Our Memberships
- Join a community of makers and resources that can kick-start your business!
- Get access to professional-level equipment at a fraction of the cost
- Classes, orientations and support from all across the community
Maker
MAKER membership. 3 months commitment $210, then shift to month to month $70/mo.
- Access to workbench
- Hand Power Tools
- Sewing Machines
- Electronics
- 3D Printers
- 15% off Workshops
- 50% off Laser Time
$70/Month
Maker +
MAKER PLUS membership. 3 months commitment $360, then shift to month to month $120/mo.
- Access to Wood & Metal Shop
- Access to Workbench
- Hand Power Tools
- Sewing Machines
- Electronics Bench
- 3D Printers
- 15% off Workshops
- 50% off Laser Time
$120/Month
MakerPro
MAKER Pro membership. 3 months commitment $480, then shift to month to month $160/mo.
- 24/7 Access to Fuse33
- 102L Storage Bin
- Temp Project Storage
- Access to Wood & Metal Shop
- Access to workbench
- Hand Power Tools
- Sewing Machines
- Electronics Bench
- 3D Printers
- 15% off Workshops
- 50% off Laser Time
$160/Month
All memberships require an orientation tour of the space. Book your Tour
Equipment Available
to Fuse33 Makers
Basic Equipment
Hand Tools
Hand Planers
Files
Clamps
Ratchets
Hammers
Pliers
Chisels
Screwdrivers
Etc.
Power Tools
Saws
Routers
Corded Power Drill
Nail Guns
Sanders
Glueguns
Etc.
Woodshop
SawStop Industrial Table Saw
Edge Sander
Band Saw
Jointer
Sander
Planer
Lathe
Drill Press (floor mount)
Metal Shop
MIG Welder
TIG Welder
Grinding Wheel/Disc Sander
Polishing and Deburr
Chop Saw (Cut-Off Saw)
Plasma Cutter
Horizontal Band Saw
Brake (Floor Mount)
Shear
Tube Bending Station
Air Compressor
Drill Press (Floor Mount)
High Precision Metal Lathe
30-ton Hydraulic Press
SOFT SHOPS
Electronics Lab
Measurement Tools
4x Digital multi-meters
Digital oscilloscope
Digital calipers
(several basic and premium)
Cutting and Stripping Tools
Automated wire-stripper
Wire strippers x3
Wire cutters x6
Tin snips x2
Dremel 4300 Rotary Tool
with 64 attachments
for grinding, sanding, polishing,
etc. (including Flex Shaft)
Utility knives
X-Acto knives
Soldering and Desoldering Tools
4x Hakko FX-888D soldering irons with precision tips
Full-size industrial desoldering vacuum tool
Solder wick
0.032″ (21 gauge) Sn63/Pb37 RMA soldering wire and a variety ofunleaded and no-clean gauges.
Safety
Safety glasses
Breathing masks for grinding/painting
Grounded wrist straps
Magnification
USB Microscope
Magnification lamp
Power Supplies
Variable voltage and current limited power supply
12v, 5v, 3.3v, -12v fixed output power supply.
Screwdriving
Full precision screwdriver set x2
Insulated (1000 volt) screwdriver set
Tweezers
Full set of precision non-magnetic, anti-static,
ESD-safe tweezers (flat-head, curved, bent and standard).
Vices
Panavise Standard
Panavise Junior
Third hand with adjustable, articulating holding arms
(a joy to use)
For more, please come on down to the shop and check out our electronics lab.
You also have full access to all the tools in our main Tool Crib!
Sewing Shop
4x Bernina 330 sewing machines
The 3 Series from BERNINA is high on both style and function. The B 330 offers a wide variety of stitches, from the practical to the decorative. Its ergonomic features are designed to make your sewing easier and its portable size allows you to take it with you wherever your sewing leads you.
3x Industrial Sewing Machines
1x PRS100 Brother Embroidery machine
The Persona PRS100 is the most versatile, single needle embroidery machine that can do sew much more! Its tubular free arm configuration gives you the flexibility and ease to embroider difficult to reach areas all while reducing fabric tangles. Persona advances your creativity with key features such as anytime bobbin access, large embroidery area, free arm embroidery & Droplight™ Embroidery Positioning Marker.
Software Library
We have a top of the line computer workstation along with the software you need to render and finish your projects, including:
The full Adobe Creative Cloud including
Photoshop CC
Illustrator CC
Premiere Pro CC
Adobe Audition
Adobe After Effects
Lightroom
etc.
Sketchup
Fusion360
Slic3r
MeshMixer
Fritzing
We will be adding software as it’s demanded, so please
let us know if there is anything else you need.
ADVANCED EQUIPMENT
Laser Cutters
Full Spectrum Laser P-Series 36″x24″ (Full Spectrum Laser P-Series 36″x24″ Certification)
Bodor BCL1325BM 48″x98″ Laser Cutter
CNC
40″x40″ (1000mm x 1000mm) 3 Axis CNC Router
3D Printers
4x da Vinci Jr. 1.0 (FREE to use for all members after taking our XYZ Davinci Jr 3D Printer Certification)
Wanhao Duplicator i3 (upgraded for increased versatility and use with exotic filaments such as carbon fiber, stainless steel, and other composites)
TEVO Little Monster
TEVO Black Widow
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