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This motion passed on December 17, 2013 |
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[[User:Dbever | Derek Bever]] |
[[User:Dbever | Derek Bever]] |
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==History== |
== History == |
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* 2013-11-18 - Initial draft |
* 2013-11-18 - Initial draft |
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* 2013-12-10 - Proposed vote date, failed to meet quorum |
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* 2013-12-17 - Rescheduled vote date |
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* 2013-12-17 - vote passed |
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==Background == |
== Background == |
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Pumping Station: One is rapidly approaching 300 members. The laser engraver and 3D printers tend to be the most interesting (Shiny! Cool!) machines for new members, and certainly serve as a motivation for joining PS:1. We committed to having a high-quality laser. We should continue the trend of obtaining high-quality technology for our members and supplement (or replace) some of our current 3D printing equipment with a recent machine from a reputable manufacturer. |
Pumping Station: One is rapidly approaching 300 members. The laser engraver and 3D printers tend to be the most interesting (Shiny! Cool!) machines for new members, and certainly serve as a motivation for joining PS:1. We committed to having a high-quality laser. We should continue the trend of obtaining high-quality technology for our members and supplement (or replace) some of our current 3D printing equipment with a recent machine from a reputable manufacturer. |
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* We have an existing relationship with the company. They donated our currently most-functional printer. |
* We have an existing relationship with the company. They donated our currently most-functional printer. |
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** One of our members, Aeva, works for Lulzbot. She currently works fairly closely with Elizabeth in maintaining the AO-101. |
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* Significantly expanded build volume compared to our current printers. |
* Significantly expanded build volume compared to our current printers. |
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** 298mm x 275mm x 250mm (11.7in x 10.8in x 9.8in) |
** 298mm x 275mm x 250mm (11.7in x 10.8in x 9.8in) |
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Authorize the board to spend as much as $ |
Authorize the board to spend as much as $2500 to pre-order a Lulzbot Taz 2 printer, from the Lulzbot [http://www.lulzbot.com/?q=products/lulzbot-taz-2-3d-printer store]. The manufacturer is anticipating ship dates before the end of 2013. |
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* Retail Price of the printer: $2395 |
* Retail Price of the printer: $2395 |
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** Illinois sales tax for Chicago in Cook county is 9.25%. This will not be charged by the Lulzbot web store, but should be paid by PS:1 at the time that taxes get filed. This tax brings the base cost of the printer to $2616. |
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* Shipping: Estimated ~$50 |
* Shipping: Estimated ~$50 |
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Expected total cost of purchase: $ |
Expected total cost of purchase: $2500 or less. |
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Vote passed on 12-17-13 |
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Quorum was 31 and 39 votes were cast |
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** Yes - 36 |
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** No - 0 |
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** Present - 3 |
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Latest revision as of 14:15, 17 March 2014
This motion passed on December 17, 2013
Sponsor
History
- 2013-11-18 - Initial draft
- 2013-12-10 - Proposed vote date, failed to meet quorum
- 2013-12-17 - Rescheduled vote date
- 2013-12-17 - vote passed
Background
Pumping Station: One is rapidly approaching 300 members. The laser engraver and 3D printers tend to be the most interesting (Shiny! Cool!) machines for new members, and certainly serve as a motivation for joining PS:1. We committed to having a high-quality laser. We should continue the trend of obtaining high-quality technology for our members and supplement (or replace) some of our current 3D printing equipment with a recent machine from a reputable manufacturer.
I've opted to propose the Lulzbot Taz 2 printer for a few reasons.
- We have an existing relationship with the company. They donated our currently most-functional printer.
- One of our members, Aeva, works for Lulzbot. She currently works fairly closely with Elizabeth in maintaining the AO-101.
- Significantly expanded build volume compared to our current printers.
- 298mm x 275mm x 250mm (11.7in x 10.8in x 9.8in)
- Out-of-the-box support for a variety of materials.
- ABS, PLA, PVA, HIPS, and Laywood
- It's open source, which is admirable and a desirable quality for most of our members.
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Authorize the board to spend as much as $2500 to pre-order a Lulzbot Taz 2 printer, from the Lulzbot store. The manufacturer is anticipating ship dates before the end of 2013.
- Retail Price of the printer: $2395
- Shipping: Estimated ~$50
Expected total cost of purchase: $2500 or less.
Vote passed on 12-17-13
Quorum was 31 and 39 votes were cast
- Yes - 36
- No - 0
- Present - 3
