Kzoo Makers

Kzoo Makers Announces Planned Relocation to South Central Kalamazoo

Nonprofit makerspace secures lease at 219 Peekstok Drive, move anticipated early 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Kzoo Makers,...

Woodshop Dust Collectors, What the Tests Prove and What Woodworkers Still Get Wrong

Most woodworkers approach dust collection backward. They buy machines first, then try to bolt on a collector afterward, hoping it...

Community Makerspaces and Local Impact

As the maker movement has matured, community-run and nonprofit makerspaces have emerged as critical access points for creative, technical, and...

From Idea to Income: You Have an Idea, Now What? VCarve Pro (Designing The Leaf Lock)

Welcome back! In our first article, How to Use AI to Find Your Next CNC Milled Product, we used AI,...

From Idea to Income: How to Use AI to Find Your Next CNC-Milled Product

Welcome to a practical guide for using your local maker space to transform raw materials and creative ideas into something...

13 Common Table Saw Mistakes to Avoid at Kzoo Makers

The worst mistakes we've seen around here.

Fun facts about laser engravers and cutters

The history of laser cutting started more than a century ago Laser cutting started quite a lot earlier than most...

Bridgeport Mill: Essential Facts Every Machinist Should Know

Introduction: The Legacy of the Bridgeport Mill in CNC Machining The Bridgeport mill is an iconic industrial machine that has shaped modern...

What is a Makerspace?

Makerspaces are collaborative work areas where people gather to create, invent, and learn. These spaces combine manufacturing equipment, community, and...

CNC Laser Cutting: Principles, Technologies, and Industrial Impact

CNC laser cutting is a foundational technology in modern manufacturing, enabling high-precision material processing at scales and tolerances that are...

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