Ep. 60: Jón Schone of Proper Printing on The Art of Experimentation and Breaking 3D Printing Limits
In this episode, we welcome back Jón Schone of Proper Printing. Brought to you by PCBWay (https://jle.vi/pcbway) and OctoEverywhere (https://octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast).Known for pushing the boundaries of engineering, design, and innovation, Jón Schone, the creative force behind Proper Printing, takes on wild ideas, challenges conventional 3D printing techniques, and transforms bold concepts into reality.In this episode, we explore how Jón comes up with his unexpected and groundbreaking 3D printing projects, his background in mechanical and electronics engineering and how it shapes his work, and how he turns limitations into opportunities using 3D printing.🎁 Get $5 off your first order at PCBWay: https://jle.vi/pcbway 🎁 Get 3 Months of FREE Premium Perks at OctoEverywhere: https://octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast 🤫 Get behind the scenes and exclusive content on my Patreon: https://patreon.com/thenextlayer💬 JOIN MY DISCORD: https://jle.vi/tnl-discord🎥 IN THIS EPISODE: 🎥00:00 Introduction00:24 Guest Introduction: Jón Shone of Proper Printing02:53 Remote 3D Printing Setup03:02 The Importance of Taking a Break04:39 Camera Setup for 3D Printers07:07 Managing a 3D Printing Farm20:44 Storytelling in YouTube Videos28:19 Learning from Past Videos30:11 Forcing Functions and Content Creation32:46 The Social Media Trap33:16 Balancing Consumption and Creation33:48 Morning Routines and YouTube Habits34:13 Treadmill Printer and Future Projects34:36 Multi-Material Printing Experiments36:44 Challenges with Flexible Filaments37:53 Innovative Extruder Development38:09 Exploring Advanced Printing Techniques50:40 Carbon Fiber and 3D Printing57:58 Concusion🔗 CONNECT WITH JÓN: 🔗 👉 Support Proper Printing: https://www.patreon.com/properprinting👉 Subscribe to Proper Printing: https://www.youtube.com/@properprinting👉 Follow Proper Printing: https://x.com/properprinting | https://www.instagram.com/properprinting.pro/👉 Proper Printing's website: https://properprinting.pro/🛒 RECOMMENDED GEAR: 🛒📍 Complete list of 3D Printing accessories: https://kit.co/jlevi/3d-printing📍 Complete list of my videography gear: https://kit.co/jlevi/content-creation📍 My favorite 3D printing filament: https://jle.vi/polymaker📍 My favorite 3D printing "accessory": https://jle.vi/magigoo | https://jle.vi/whambam📍 Check out the official TNL merch: https://shop.thenextlayer.com/📍 PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CHANNEL BY SHOPPING USING MY LINKS! FULL LIST CAN BE FOUND AT: https://jle.vi/links
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Ep. 59: Jan Wegener of JanTec Engineering on Optimizing 3D Printing Through Filament Testing
In this episode, we are joined by Jan Wegener of JanTec Engineering. Brought to you by PCBWay (https://jle.vi/pcbway) and OctoEverywhere (https://octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast).With a passion for improving print quality and material performance, Jan shares his insights on testing different filaments and discovering what makes a great material for 3D printing.In this episode, we explore the importance of filament testing for reliable 3D prints, how different materials impact strength, flexibility, and durability, and Jan's journey in content creation and his mission to help makers improve their prints.🎁 Get $5 off your first order at PCBWay: https://jle.vi/pcbway 🎁 Get 3 Months of FREE Premium Perks at OctoEverywhere: https://octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast 🤫 Get behind the scenes and exclusive content on my Patreon: https://patreon.com/thenextlayer💬 JOIN MY DISCORD: https://jle.vi/tnl-discord🔗 CONNECT WITH JAN: 🔗👉 Subscribe to JanTec Engineering on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JanTecEngineering👉 Follow JanTec Engineering on X: https://x.com/jan_tec👉 JanTec Engineering: https://jantec.xyz/🛒 RECOMMENDED GEAR: 🛒📍 Complete list of 3D Printing accessories: https://kit.co/jlevi/3d-printing📍 Complete list of my videography gear: https://kit.co/jlevi/content-creation📍 My favorite 3D printing filament: https://jle.vi/polymaker📍 My favorite 3D printing "accessory": https://jle.vi/magigoo 📍 My favorite 3D printer right now: https://jle.vi/voronkits📍 My favorite BUDGET 3D printer right now: https://jle.vi/sovol📍 Check out the official TNL merch: https://shop.thenextlayer.com/📍 PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CHANNEL BY SHOPPING USING MY LINKS! FULL LIST CAN BE FOUND AT: https://jle.vi/links
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Ep. 58: Rachel Minard of 3DXTech on Pushing the Limits of High-Performance 3D Printing
In this episode, we are joined by Rachel Minard of 3DXTech. Brought to you by PCBWay (https://jle.vi/pcbway) and OctoEverywhere (https://octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast).🎁 Get 15% off your purchase at 3DXTech with code THENEXTLAYER from TODAY UNTIL MARCH 31. Visit https://jle.vi/3dxtechRachel Minard is a Product Manager at 3DXTech—a leader in high-performance 3D printing materials and technology. Rachel’s journey in additive manufacturing began with designing the Gearbox HT2, an industrial high-temperature 3D printer, and evolved into managing filament development, quality engineering, and product innovation.In this episode, Rachel shares insights on 3DXTech’s cutting-edge 3D printers and filaments, and how they create reliable and high-performance equipment and materials for both beginners and industry leaders.🎁 Get $5 off your first order at PCBWay: https://jle.vi/pcbway 🎁 Get 3 Months of FREE Premium Perks at OctoEverywhere: https://octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast 🤫 Get behind the scenes and exclusive content on my Patreon: https://patreon.com/thenextlayer💬 JOIN MY DISCORD: https://jle.vi/tnl-discord🔗 CONNECT WITH 3DXTECH: 🔗👉 3DXTech: https://jle.vi/3dxtech👉 Subscribe to 3DXTech on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9ur-CvVpSgBwcF3hJw1Krg👉 Follow 3DXTech on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/3dxtech_social👉 Follow 3DXTech on X: https://x.com/3dxtech👉 Like 3DXTech on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/3DXTECH/🛒 RECOMMENDED GEAR: 🛒📍 Complete list of 3D Printing accessories: https://kit.co/jlevi/3d-printing📍 Complete list of my videography gear: https://kit.co/jlevi/content-creation📍 My favorite 3D printing filament: https://jle.vi/polymaker📍 My favorite 3D printing "accessory": https://jle.vi/magigoo 📍 My favorite 3D printer right now: https://jle.vi/voronkits📍 My favorite BUDGET 3D printer right now: https://jle.vi/sovol📍 Check out the official TNL merch: https://shop.thenextlayer.com/📍 PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CHANNEL BY SHOPPING USING MY LINKS! FULL LIST CAN BE FOUND AT: https://jle.vi/links
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Ep. 57: Bruno Boas of STLFLIX on Innovating STL Libraries and 3D Design for Makers
In this episode, we are joined by Bruno Boas of STLFLIX. Brought to you by PCBWay (https://jle.vi/pcbway) and OctoEverywhere (https://octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast).Bruno’s journey is one of creativity, experimentation, and problem-solving—from his deep passion for design and 3D printing to launching a platform that transformed the way makers create and share 3D designs.In this episode, he will share how STLFLIX is revolutionizing 3D model accessibility and design, the importance of learning through experimentation and embracing challenges, how to turn passion into a thriving business in the 3D printing industry, and the future of 3D design, innovation, and community-driven platforms.🎁 Get $5 off your first order at PCBWay: https://jle.vi/pcbway 🎁 Get 3 Months of FREE Premium Perks at OctoEverywhere: https://octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast 🤫 Get behind the scenes and exclusive content on my Patreon: https://patreon.com/thenextlayer💬 JOIN MY DISCORD: https://jle.vi/tnl-discord🎥 IN THIS EPISODE: 🎥00:00 Introduction01:37 Meet Bruno Boas: Co-Founder of STLFLIX02:06 Bruno's Journey into 3D Printing04:56 The Birth of STLFLIX07:41 STLFLIX: Stats and Operations20:08 Challenges and Piracy in 3D Printing28:37 Future Goals and Ecosystem Expansion31:42 Warehouse and Shipping Challenges32:36 E-commerce Engine Explained33:27 Model Catalog and Customer Preferences38:36 Piracy and Copyright Strikes46:32 Office Tour and Team Introduction54:08 Conclusion🔗 CONNECT WITH STLFLIX: 🔗👉 STLFLIX: https://get.stlflix.com/👉 Follow STLFLIX on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@stlflix👉 Subscribe to STLFLIX on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCke6o2ZrbJ7ZGrzgDI4xM4Q 👉 Follow STLFLIX on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stlflix_/👉 Like STLFLIX on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/STLFLIX🛒 RECOMMENDED GEAR: 🛒📍 Complete list of 3D Printing accessories: https://kit.co/jlevi/3d-printing📍 Complete list of my videography gear: https://kit.co/jlevi/content-creation📍 My favorite 3D printing filament: https://jle.vi/polymaker📍 My favorite 3D printing "accessory": https://jle.vi/magigoo 📍 My favorite 3D printer right now: https://jle.vi/voronkits📍 My favorite BUDGET 3D printer right now: https://jle.vi/sovol📍 Check out the official TNL merch: https://shop.thenextlayer.com/📍 PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CHANNEL BY SHOPPING USING MY LINKS! FULL LIST CAN BE FOUND AT: https://jle.vi/links
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Ep. 56: Jake England of Millennium Machines on Open-Source Innovation and Empowering Creators
In this episode, we are joined by Jake England of Millennium Machines. Brought to you by PCBWay (https://jle.vi/pcbway) and OctoEverywhere (https://octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast).Jake England is the mind behind Millennium Machines - an open-source CNC project pushing the boundaries of digital fabrication. Inspired by the success of projects like Voron and Positron, Millennium Machines is dedicated to making CNC technology more accessible, customizable, and community-driven.In this episode, we explore how Millennium Machines is redefining open-source CNC development, the challenges and rewards of running an open-source hardware project, upcoming machine releases, and why supporting open-source creators is crucial for the future of CNC and maker communities.🎁 Get $5 off your first order at PCBWay: https://jle.vi/pcbway 🎁 Get 3 Months of FREE Premium Perks at OctoEverywhere: https://octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast 🤫 Get behind the scenes and exclusive content on my Patreon: https://patreon.com/thenextlayer💬 JOIN MY DISCORD: https://jle.vi/tnl-discord🎥 IN THIS EPISODE: 🎥00:00 Introduction02:34 Jake's Maker Journey: From East Africa to the UK05:58 The Transition from 3D Printing to CNC09:35 Understanding CAM and CNC Basics13:40 Tips for CNC Beginners15:56 Exploring CNC Projects and Materials20:39 Building and Using the Milo CNC28:07 Supporting Open Source and Open Source Creators32:36 Encouraging Creators to Monetize Their Passion33:20 The Value of Open Source Contributions33:57 Addressing Community Feedback and Misconceptions34:26 Economic Inefficiencies in Open Source Projects35:28 The Importance of Fair Compensation36:08 Challenges Faced by Open Source Designers38:10 Proposed Solutions for Sustainable Open Source44:16 The Need for Consistent Support54:21 Long-Term Vision for Open Source Projects01:02:19 Final Thoughts🔗 CONNECT WITH JAKE: 🔗👉 Support Millennium Machines: https://www.patreon.com/millenniummachines👉 Millennium Machines' website: https://www.millennium-machines.com/🛒 RECOMMENDED GEAR: 🛒📍 Complete list of 3D Printing accessories: https://kit.co/jlevi/3d-printing📍 Complete list of my videography gear: https://kit.co/jlevi/content-creation📍 My favorite 3D printing filament: https://jle.vi/polymaker📍 My favorite 3D printing "accessory": https://jle.vi/magigoo 📍 My favorite 3D printer right now: https://jle.vi/voronkits📍 My favorite BUDGET 3D printer right now: https://jle.vi/sovol📍 Check out the official TNL merch: https://shop.thenextlayer.com/📍 PLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CHANNEL BY SHOPPING USING MY LINKS! FULL LIST CAN BE FOUND AT: https://jle.vi/links
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