Systainer models

MtnTrails · 25 Feb 2010, 17:55

Some "Systainers" I modeled for shop project of mine. Thought maybe someone else could put them to good use as well. C & C welcome!

Systainers.zip

Dave R · 26 Feb 2010, 11:28

Nice work. Reasonably light models considering the detail. Thanks. Have you done the CT22E yet?

MtnTrails · 26 Feb 2010, 18:47

Thanks Dave, I was concerned about the file size -since I definitely tend to over-model things. I haven't thought about doing the CT22, that might be an interesting challenge. I do have a model of the old style MFT table. Way over-modeled, of course.
I'll clean it up and post it, if you're interested.

Dave R · 26 Feb 2010, 18:55

I'd like to see your model of the MFT but I haven't got one of those myself.

In your Systainers I like that you modeled half of the case and flipped it to keep file size down. Good strategy.

tim · 26 Feb 2010, 22:51

It's probably worth pointing out that Lee Valley have started selling the generic versions (ie no Festool logo) of these excellent cases. Not cheap....

Dave R · 26 Feb 2010, 22:55

Just had a look and you're not kidding. I think I'll keep using cardboard cartons and coffee cans.

MtnTrails · 27 Feb 2010, 02:34

@tim said:

It's probably worth pointing out that Lee Valley have started selling the generic versions (ie no Festool logo) of these excellent cases. Not cheap....

Wow. I thought that generic was supposed to =less $$. Those are the same price as Festool charges for theirs.

MtnTrails · 1 Mar 2010, 21:43

Here's the MFT 1080 Table, as promised. Had a little more modeling to do. The knobs gave me trouble, that's what took the time.

MFT 1080 Table.skp

manojglobal · 3 Mar 2010, 13:04

That looks really amazing and very beautiful

Manoj Singh

Dave R · 3 Mar 2010, 13:11

Good job, Brian.

the knobs turned out fine. You'll have to find something else to use them on, too.

MtnTrails · 3 Mar 2010, 22:56

Thanks Manoj and Dave. Now I've got that CT22 in my head... Have to see if I can get it into SU as I get the time. Should be an interesting project.

Dave R · 3 Mar 2010, 23:16

Good. Then a Domino and a TS55 and a...

dermotcoll · 8 Apr 2010, 07:12

Have you guys been peeking into my workshop and listing all my Festool kit - Great modelling Brian - especially on that MFT - looks great. just missing the cut line!!!

Can't wait to see more of your Festool models.

MtnTrails · 11 Apr 2010, 05:00

@dermotcoll said:

Can't wait to see more of your Festool models.

Thank you, Dermot. I can't wait to model some more of them. Fortunately for my income, I'm too busy using them to model them right now - and SU for some custom built-ins.

dermotcoll · 11 Apr 2010, 15:16

I know what you mean Brian. I have been really busy doing installations recently and my old laptop died on the modelling and rendering front so I have only been looking at the great models and renders placed on the forum. I really liked the festool stuff and could use it in a future model of my workshop if you have them available for others?

What type of work do you do by the way?

MtnTrails · 12 Apr 2010, 07:26

@dermotcoll said:

I really liked the festool stuff and could use it in a future model of my workshop if you have them available for others?

The MFT and systainers are all of the Festool line-up that I've modeled so far, but I'll be happy to post more of them as I get 'em done. I believe Dave had a laundry list... I started modeling them with the same idea in mind, a model of my shop -organize work flow, maximize space, etc. Besides just fun that is.
As for work, mostly kitchen & bath remodels, custom woodwork and design whenever I get the opportunity. SU certainly helps me convey what I picture to clients. I gather you're pretty much in the same field?

Dave R · 12 Apr 2010, 10:13

Brian, it is good that you have work that prevents you from drawing more Festool models. When you get time to work on them more, I think I have a domino I could donate. Not the machine but one of the loose tenons.

My shop is a mess and I really need to do something with it. I suppose I could use SU to help sort out where things go. I would draw things with the tools put away, though. Your Systainers would make it look like the green and black tools are actually put away.

dermotcoll · 12 Apr 2010, 10:35

Brian
Yes I do mainly kitchen/bedroom/home study installations in both new and refurbished homes. Work is getting very very scarce here now and I am hoping that by investing in a new machine and learning to both model and render much better, I will be able to target higher end clients with super cool designs and renders and get more back from the overall package.

Dave
I recently saw your workshop in LJ forum!! Surprised - yes I was - you have a mind as clear as a bell and are a genius on modelling and teaching SU but you really do need to spend a few days organising that shop!!!!!

Dave R · 12 Apr 2010, 10:41

Dermot, it's not me. I'm sure someone else must get in there and mess it up.

I did make some progress this weekend at getting it straightened up. Hopefully I'll be able to make more soon.

MtnTrails · 14 Apr 2010, 06:22

@dave r said:

Dermot, it's not me. I'm sure someone else must get in there and mess it up.

I think a relative of that person lives around here...

@dermotcoll said:

Yes I do mainly kitchen/bedroom/home study installations in both new and refurbished homes. Work is getting very very scarce here now and I am hoping that by investing in a new machine and learning to both model and render much better, I will be able to target higher end clients with super cool designs and renders and get more back from the overall package.

Good luck with that! I'm working along much the same lines. Last year was pretty tight. No new Festools for me!