Portable power tools such as routers, belt sanders, cordless drills and jigsaws have put the creation of quality wood projects within reach for countless aspiring craftsmen and do-it-yourselfers. These modern wonder tools are not only powerful and affordable, they’re also relatively easy to use. But to work safely and effectively, you need to know a lot more than simply how to switch the tool on and off.

In this 5-day course, former Fine Woodworking magazine editor, well-known author and veteran furniture maker Sandor Nagyszalanczy will teach you how to coax the best performance out of all your portable power tools. Sandor will present a wealth of techniques and tricks for choosing and using portable power tools and their accessories to best advantage. Here are some of the things you’ll learn:

• How to choose the right power tool for the job at hand, set it up properly and test and tune it for top performance and accuracy
• Selecting the best blades, bits and abrasives for particular woodworking tasks, and effective and speedy methods for changing them
  
• Tricks and tweaks for making inexpensive tools perform better
  
• How to prepare your bench and work area for power tool use
  
• Most effective methods for putting power tools to work with accuracy, speed and safety
  
• Special techniques for getting the best performance from cordless power tools—drills, impact drivers, etc.
  
• Advanced power tool techniques methods for using power tools: plunge cuts, freehand work, etc.
  
• How to develop the right body posture and hand position for each portable power tool
  
• Common problems and dangers of power tool use and how to steer clear of them
  
• How to expand the versatility of each tool by using it with the right accessory, jig or fixture. Also, designing custom jigs.
  
• How to implement effective dust collection with all your portable power tools
  
• How to store and maintain your tools, for long life and dependable service
  

Class size:   8 
Cost:            $695

This course is offered once