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The latest DIY ideas, techniques and tools for the industrial arts from metal and woodworking to CNC machining and 3D printing.

Howtoons: Recognize the 6 Most Common Types of Pliers

Are you using the right tool for the job? Make sure you use the proper pliers with this handy snapshot guide.

There’s a saw for that. Different saws are suited for different tasks. Here’s a basic reference guide for 10 types of saws and their uses.

Here’s a quick tip for you: The suction cups at the ends of toy darts can be used to pick up small items. And they’re cheap, too!

“Under so much force, just about everything eventually starts to behave like a liquid, or at least some sort of putty.”

Modify a multitool so that it complies with TSA guidelines and can (theoretically) be carried on a plane.

Here are some quick tips on making gears for your next project (plus links to some more exhaustive gear resources if you’ve got the time).

What is a reciprocating rack and pinion? It’s a geared mechanism that turns rotary movement into linear movement.