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Parkinson Heavy Haulage
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So after being a member of the forum for 4 years now i have final found a good local RC truck Club and have started to pursue my hobby actively. Early this year my wife bought me a 3D printer for my birthday and this has helped inspire me to produce all kinds of items some of which you will see through this post. So Parkinson haulage is a small company to date and the Fleet consists of a MAN Tractor and a flatbed trailer an RC converted Skid steer which is where this post will start. It has plans to grow and in conjunction with monthly visits to an indoor RC truck running event at Ribble Valley Radio Control Truck Club there will be more to follow am sure. Next conversion will me a Mercedes Sprinter for general yard and construction work. So to start with hears a few photos of my Bruder conversion to RC video will follow later however I will need to set up a youtube channel so please be patient. Comments guidance greatly appreciated. Convesion of Bruder to RC with 3D printed parts to hold the motors. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...812_090126.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...812_092634.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...812_205324.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...812_205327.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_162632.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_162650.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_162637.JPG |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage
With the RC skid steer operational additional l attachments were required.
So after some work in Fusion 360 and some printer time the skid steer now has the original Bucket , Forks, dozer blade and a spkie which i have not printed yet. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...+Cat+forks.PNG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...+scraper+1.PNG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...at+scraper.PNG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...+Cat+spike.PNG |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage
So after the CAD pics now the real deal so to speak.
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Parkinson Heavy Haulage
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So what happens when you have some forks you need something to load onyou your truck so some more work in Fusion 360 and we have the CAD for some Euro Pallets and 205 liter or 45 Gallon drums. Enjoy https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...+205+liter.PNG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...allet+base.PNG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...Pallet+top.PNG Then the items themselves https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...104_144459.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...104_153408.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...12+%281%29.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...104_153712.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...06-WA0000.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...06-WA0009.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...06-WA0002.JPEG |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage
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So when you have a truck pallets and a loader what to you need ? Racking to put the pallets on so back to the CAD for more design work. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...allet+Rack.PNG Followed by some printing and then you have https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...17-WA0000.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_163948.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...22-WA0001.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_162850.JPG |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage 4
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So now at the company we have Fork lift / load some pallets rack and loads we need a flat bed to load them on too. My Trailer was a box so q quick conversion was in order. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...i/P1120395.JPG Strip down required top box removed https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...105_091918.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...10-WA0011.JPEG Deck boards are coffee stirrers and the cross beams are candy floss sticks thus making this a nice lo cost job. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...110-WA0014.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...111-WA0001.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...111-WA0003.JPG Some spray varnish will be used to protect the surface https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...111-WA0005.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...111-WA0007.JPG I needed a head board so a quick look through the scrap bin I found a suitable piece of steel quick cad sketch adn a print later and we have a temporary head board. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...09-WA0004.JPEG This has all been dome with out damaging the original box or mounts this it can be changes back into a box trailer by just removing the headboard and reinstalling the box. |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage 5
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Trailer is ready load are available we are nearly ready for a running session at the truck club however how do we keep the loads on the truck bed. Well after a bit of though and a look through the stock box som stainless steel bar was found and some mount printed to attach it under the trailer bed to provide attachment points. These are definitely a work in progress as i intend to revise and fit let side makers to them for MK2 https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...ler+mounts.PNG Temporary fixing with double sided tape for testing https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_163426.JPG This now means loads and equipment can be secured for trans port to the job site and delivery at the club. After discussion with a friend he advised on a design for a load strap see below thanks Fred :) https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...oad+strapp.PNG Which enables the securing of the loads https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_163736.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_163655.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...116_144429.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...144422_001.JPG RC Skidsteer ready to be transported to the jobs site Please give feedback on the look of the load straps |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage 6
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So club day comes and I load up and drive to the meet. Which I cannot wait for as Parkinson Haulage will be picking up its new loading bay and office from Fred. Which will required some refurbishment work however it will provide a travel case for the Truck and the trailer which is desperately required. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...112_152615.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...12-WA0021.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...12-WA0017.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...12-WA0019.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...12-WA0012.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...12-WA0015.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...112_130100.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...12-WA0010.JPEG Link to a video of action at the club in my loading area excuse my bad operation of the skid-steer I'am still learning :) https://youtu.be/4A7z_Z03kbg?t=14m19s Fred working in his bay next door to me one of the jobs for the skidsteer is to clean up around loading oppertion around the club site watch the whole video and you will sear there are various work zones in progress. https://youtu.be/4A7z_Z03kbg?t=10m45s Some photos of the new office back at base and ready for some renavation to start and a shot of how it bouble to transport the truck. Thanks Fred office/loading bay in safe hands. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_163227.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_162926.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_162919.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_162916.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_162850.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_162828.JPG |
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Very nice work!!
How are you making your decals? I mean the Shell and BP stickers. Best regards, Stein :-) |
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Hi Stein
Hi Have used a dyesub printer i have a little Canon Selphey portable printer that has paper and wax for printing which is water proof then i use 3M double sided tape on the back. It works out more expensive than an ink jet photo print however it is water proof if you do not need the water proof you could just use an inkjet and photo paper. this is the link for a printer https://www.amazon.co.uk/Canon-SELPH...M5E02PA9B3XFHE this is link for paper and ink https://www.amazon.co.uk/Canon-KP-10.../dp/B001BJKO3M Just remember if you go down this route fit as many decals on the page as possible each time you print due to the way the wax and paper works you are not saving any costs buy not filling the page unlike with an inkjet you use less ink. hope this is of help and thanks for your kind comment. |
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Wow!
You've been really busy. Those are really impressive, i'm amazed at what can be done with a printer. |
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Yes its all great Fun thanks for your feedback The printer is a great tool and a steeping stone to metal CNC work for me. However the access to the Full Fusion 360 packet which is free to hobbyists is what makes it possible there are so many tutorials on line i had never used CAD 6 months ago and I have a lot to learn however if you can draw it a printer or other CNC machine should be able to help you make it within reason, which opens up endless possibility. |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage 7
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The transport manager (me) has reported to the owner (me) that the engineer (me) needs to urgently provide more pallets for distribution of freight and construction items as at the last job (club meet) there was a short fall quotas were not reached. With this in mind as you can see it all falls to me the printer is on over time producing more pallets. They have also put a requisition in for the loading bay and office lighting as not being able to work at night is causing operation issues. Thus me (the designer) general get it all done guy) will have to design and produce some lights soon. Well that's 8 more ready for assembly and more in production. http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/a...117_145341.jpg http://i915.photobucket.com/albums/a...117_145406.jpg |
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Your simulated ratchet strap looks pretty trick, I've never seen anything like it attempted before, good work! :cool:
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Many thanks for your kind words that means a lot from you, I have followed your thread for years great work. Many thanks |
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Many thanks for the fan support, much appreciated... you're well on your way to creating an awesome trk parcour for yourself too. :cool:
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I have often wondered if I would ever be able to pull off using a 3D printer to create accessories for this hobby with ease. While I'm sure it wouldn't be as easy as you make it look it sure makes a guy want to try it! Is the CAD program something that came with the printer? I fear being able to convert designs to files the printer can use.... GREAT work! Really interesting!
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Hi Sandfarmer
The 3d printer did not come with any design software. However there is a lot out there to chose form. I started with 123 Design free and loads of great tutorials out there for it have a look on youtube etc. I have now progressed to Fusion 360 alos free to Hobby user educators etc it starts with a 30 day trail then you can convert to a free model have a look on line. This package is a fully blown system and has some great features such as the built in support for exporting files for 3d printing. Again there are mnay turotails online and even free webinars form Autodesk who make the Fusion software. One of the great features is that most items in the McMaster-Carr catalog have a 3d model that you can import and use within the Fusion product I have used this for nuts bolts etc great time saver. In the future i hope to cent a CNC metal mill and the Fusion software supports this with a CAM section to set up the tool paths etc. So thats my 2 cent's have a look around thre loads of information on the inter net and you dont have to pay lots of money for software. Enjoy |
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Only just stumbled on your thread.
One word: WOW Some amazing work! Love your commentary! Waiting for the next update :) |
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Hi Rakthi
Thanks for your kind words :) Updates will follow hope to produce some new items over the Christmas period work allowing :) |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage 9
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Happy new year Here's an update of progress at the haulage company enjoy. First though we needed a basic logo for the front of the office so here you go tell me what you think. All items designed an 3d printed by myself. Enjoy https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175730.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175720.JPG and as you can see the guys also complained about the lack of lighting for night jobs so had to fix that. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175657.JPG Some detail on the lights 4 5mm Leds power is connected through the stainless shafts form the Lipo battery and Arduino with Infrared remote control https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175900.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175833.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175828.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...175737_001.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175633.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175628.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175622.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175614.JPG Building has new light as well as a flashing beacon all controlled form the infrared remote control [https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175657.JPG Wiring in the building Arduino nano and four relay block for switching https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...115_175927.JPG Will post some pics tomorrow of it all inaction at the club thats all for now. Enjoy |
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Those light units are fantastic, nice work. Ever thought of putting them on the market?
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Awesome job on your loading dock! The work lights make your setup look that much more real :D
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Thanks for you great feed back I had only thought of making them for myself and these two are the prototypes If there was sufficient interest I many be persuaded however I would want to improve the design further first to a pint where i'am fully happy with it :) |
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Parkinson Heavy Haulage 10
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Some photos of the new lights and loading yard in use at the truck club on Saturday. Enjoy https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...114-WA0003.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...114-WA0001.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...114-WA0008.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...14-WA0005.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...114-WA0013.JPG and then you have to have a night shot https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...14-WA0019.JPEG Thanks for viewing :) |
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Very cool. Those light plants look amazing.
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Wow thats awesome! I'd be interested in a couple of the lighting arrays if you were to produce them, could you please explain the function of the Arduino nano in the building?
Cheers Stu |
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Thanks for your positive comments. The Arduino Nano is there to process the command form the infrared remote control. You can switch the left or right lights and the beacon on the building on or off independently. Future expansion will be the remote operation of the door and possibly some sound effects and a display screen or clock. the two light towers also operate form the same remote though of using Bluetooth or a spare radio set but that would have meant carrying a phone or transmitter around and the simple remote or even a tv remote could be used is small and has loads of buttons so win win. I will think about producing the light towers I will just have to refine them a bit further first Many thanks Mark |
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I'd be interested in a few light towers also. Can you post more photos in the dark interested I how much light they produce.
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really nice work. you have set up a nice work shop. the conversion of the pusher was well done.
i do seam to remember from my unloading days that the skids fit two across. maybe down here (lower 48) the skids are different? skip |
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I have attached some photos of the light in the pitch black of my workshop as well a basic lux reading on axis from about 1 meter away from the lights. I will look to complete my deign as soon a time and work allows and then provide an update, these were only intended for my use an i'am quite taken back by the interest in a nice way thanks. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...6-20-48-56.PNG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...116_204758.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...116_204829.JPG Hope this provide more info. |
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Those are bright thanks
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I'm really getting into the arduino range of stuff, after seeing your post I ordered a starter kit, its awesome! After a couple of hours of head scratching and watching tutorials I created a thermometer with lcd display, the possibilities are endless! My plan now is to make a system to fit in my digger with a small oled display in the cab which shows volts, amps, temp & oil pressure then sends that info to my taranis as telemtry a bit like the brixl system only a fraction of the cost. Running before I can walk I know and the coding is going to be a nightmare but we'll see.... Waiting for oled & volt, amp & pressure sensors to arrive. Stu |
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Hi Stuart
You read my mind that is just the route I have thought about taking. Yes there is an Arduino nano in each light tower a relay and a infa red receiver We should compare plans sometime soon we may be of help to each other in this endeavor. I too an new to Arduino and just finding my feet so to speak. I dont have any hydraulic equipment yet however I plan to develop the same type of system for telemetry. many thanks |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage 10
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Things have been busy around here I can say :) Senior upper management AKA my Wifee bought me a new fork lift for my birthday happy am I and the lads down at the Haulage Yard are made up with it as well. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...129_121822.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...129_121827.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...129_121822.JPG Its going to be great use during the planned upgrades to the yard :) |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage 11
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Stage one of the upgrades problem with the existing ramp. Few of the plant items having issue with access need to be sorted. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...117_201826.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...117_213706.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...117_213637.JPG So this needs to be fixed thus a new ramp need to be made. |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage 12
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Work on the new ramp has started. https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...117_201826.JPG Clamp it with what you have around :) https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...117_210758.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...1-a0bbcc39.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...117_212913.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...120_214228.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...120_220910.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...127_224953.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...41+%281%29.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...202_210119.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...202_210555.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...203_131142.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...203_131153.JPG In the background you may pick up some of the next project :) Well thats all for now more updates soon. :) |
Parkinson Heavy Haulage 13
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So things get interrupted a good friend of mine needed some parts for his trailer conversion that he was doing to enable handling of logs i think he said. Anyway a quick sketch from him and well you can see below. Spot of CAD work and some printing followed https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...ed+trailer.PNG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...31-WA0004.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...31-WA0002.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...31-WA0000.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...07-WA0002.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...-f4d057d5.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...07-WA0000.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...06-WA0015.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...06-WA0013.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...06-WA0009.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...06-WA0004.JPEG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...06-WA0000.JPEG Finished items waiting to go into the post https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...207_124148.JPG Items fitted to the trailer https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...9028618cb2.JPG https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...8ca032f5e8.JPG and in use :) https://cdn.website-editor.net/62f9f...42+%281%29.JPG Thats all for now |
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