Background Information

Self-manufacturing is a difficult and a costly process. Buying industrial machines costs thousands of dollars. A DIY machine greatly decreases cost and allows customization to fit the work environment. Designing a machine allows building a machine to fit niche needs possible.

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Hobbyists and home owners represent the population that utilizes machinery in the home and small workshop environment. Factories require industrial made machines due to the workload present. Industrial machines require stronger materials that withstand ware. Home built machines can be made with cheaper parts due to the lack of stress on the machine. This cuts down on costs.

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The country is deeply engrained in industrialism. The general person buys mostly factory made objects. People want to manufacture within their homes. Home built machinery allows this. The ability to produce goods in the home is new to modern society.

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Hobbyist and small business owners outsource technologically advanced and niche products. People look for the ability to self-produce. People with the intentions to manufacture products individually need machines that work in a small home or business environment. Designers feel innovated and inspired by the possibility of self-production.

            Home built machinery covers a wide range of products. Computers, CNC machines, and 3D printers represent a small portion of home built machinery. The machines allow customization to fit the needs of the users.

Home built computer

Small scale manufacturing requires money and utility space. Home built machines provide a way to make home manufacturing possible. Hobbyists with limited space build within the limit of space at home. Personal designed machines give hobbyists the ability to customize machines to fit needs. Ease of design and assembly concerns potential builders.