We would like to extend another invitation to end users to attend a new training event.  Below, you will find details about that event.  Please let us know if you have any questions. If you have already completed a survey for one of our previous training events and were not selected, you will need to apply again. 


Course Description:
We are calling for entries for a 2-day class focused on the onsite construction and installation of cabinets utilizing the Festool System.    The class will take place at our headquarters in Lebanon, IN, and will be primarily geared towards professional applications.

In this class, we will cover the tools and techniques necessary to build and install shop-quality cabinetry onsite.  Though participants will walk away with a range of broadly applicable skills, the class will concentrate primarily on the construction of a 32mm frameless upper cabinet and a traditional face-frame base cabinet.   From raw material to finished boxes ready for finish, you will learn how to work faster, easier, and smarter with the Festool System.

Since most of the two days will be spent in the shop, actually using the tools, we request that registrants have some previous knowledge of the Festool System, and/or the basics of trim carpentry or cabinet construction.   

Though we hope to add classes geared toward novices in the future, this should be considered an intermediate to expert-level class.


What will I learn?

Onsite Cabinet Construction

-   Accurate and safe processing of a 4 x 8 sheet goods with the TS Plunge-cut saw
-   Precision ripping with FS parallel guides
-   Squaring and final dimensioning of cabinet parts on the Multifunction table
-   Dimensioning parts with Kapex miter saw
-   Building a face frame with the Domino joiner
-   Joining frames and cases with the Domino joiner
-   LR 32 Hole drilling set
-   Hinge plate boring
-   Shelf pin boring
-   Trimming edge banding with MFK700 router
-   Quick and efficient assembly with T-drills

Installation Basics

-   Toe kick construction with Domino
-   Filler strip attachment with Domino
-   Scribing with Rotex, TS 55, Or PS jigsaws


How do I apply and how are participants selected?
If you are interested in participating, please click here to complete this online survey no later than Friday, January 29, 2010, and provide a few details about yourself. 


Travel and Accommodations:
Participants are responsible for all travel and accommodations.  We will be glad to help you make hotel reservations at our preferred local establishment (Fairfield Inn).  And for those participants staying at the Fairfield Inn, Festool will arrive for pick-up on both days at 7:30am. 

Festool will provide basic refreshments (bagels and coffee) in the morning at our HQ, and lunch will be provided both days. As well as dinner the first night of class.


When & Where?
Class date:   Feb 15-16, 2010
Class times:   8am-5pm
Class location:   Festool USA Headquarters, 400 N Enterprise Blvd, Lebanon, IN 46052
Class size:   8
Fee:   $100
   
* Please note: Attendees are responsible for all expenses related to travel and accommodations.
 


Festool training personnel in attendance:
-   Brian Sedgeley, Tool and Application Trainer
-   Rick Bush, Tool and Application Trainer

There may also be additional members of the Festool USA team present periodically throughout the training event.

Thank you.

Jesse, the plan is to have at least 10-12 of these during 2010 in Indianapolis and Las Vegas.  So, there should be additional opportunities throughout the year.

Let me talk with the training team and see if we can get dates further in advance.

Appreciate it Shane.

It's just that those with jobs might need the advance time to let their employer know. Those of us that are are self-employed, I would think, like to have work scheduled for more than 3 weeks out. I know I do!

Not in this particular class.  Although I believe there are plans to offer a class specifically on door and drawer construction.

A couple of spaces still remain for the Feb. 15-16 class in Indianapolis.  Any takers?

Also, here are the upcoming dates for other classes.  More information will be published as it becomes available including links to sign up.

March  8-9              
Advanced Router
Las Vegas

April 5-6                  
Cabinet  Construction
Las Vegas


Dave, "bump" just means that you are bringing attention to a thread that may have been forgotten and not seen by new visitors.

Barry,

Shane isn't online right now.  I am sure that he will answer.  But in the meantime here is the description of the class held in December in Indy from another thread:



I wasn't trying to be Shane  , just wanted to get you a partial answer quickly.

Peter

the feb class timing isn't good for me but I'm definitely interested in the cabinet class in April in Lost Wages. Keep me posted!

I almost filled out an app but i have lots of inside work and i have to take it while i can.  Would love to go because i live in Indy and it would be helpful to learn how to do this more efficiently. Maybe i will catch one when i am a little slow on work. 

Hi: I am brand spanking new to FOG and Festool. Although I have been doing this pretty much all my life, I finally reached the point of taking the Festool plunge. I would love to take a few classes on the tools, as I have always been big on learning from pros. My only squawk with Festool is getting competent training. They offer a class for 5-6 and 200+ apply. How about taping the classes and offering videos for purchase? I am sure that I am number 1 million on that unique suggestion. Love to hear from anyone who has any info on learning how to maximize the use of Festools, classes, video or books. Thanks! Love the site...

Arte,

First,   to the FOG.  We are happy that you joined us.  You suggestion about producing videos FOR SALE is one that I don't remember being brought up before.  But then there are those who have referred to me as old.  

All of us are here to help give advice and guidance.  Many exciting things happening - quickly.  In August / Sept. there was a class for participants to get general training and an in depth introduction to the whole system.  Since then two classes curriculums have been established and several classes have been held.  We now - within the last couple of days have a channel at YouTube to serve as a place for videos from Festool and also member contributors.  Who knows where this will go?  I've heard some stuff and am excited, but I haven't heard details and I'm not allowed to talk about what I've heard.

This community was formed to be a resource for people just like you who wanted to learn about the tools and their operation.  If you let us know what tools you have, or what you are interested in learning about, many here can either give advice or provide you with avenues to enhance your knowledge.  All you have to do is ask.  

Peter

 

Arte,

I forgot to give the link for You Tube.  It is www.festool.tv  I found that scrap material and the domino do go together especially just to get used to plunging speed and sounds.

Maybe we can get someone to put a video together giving some tips.  I admit I haven't watched most of the videos out there.

Peter

I would like to take a moment to thank the Festool staff for putting on this course.

Minnie did a great job at keeping us to well fed.

Christian was there, he made every one of us feel welcome, he joined us for dinner and a couple of  Q&A's, also a "friendly" game(s) of Foosball.

Mark and Steve put on a well organized class.

What I toke away from this the most was the method by which you calibrate the various tools to work together. I had never used the LR 32 prior to today and from the pictures I was a little baffled by the parts. Now that I have used it, it truly is a wonderful set up. I am glad that I have the pin style Domino, having an opportunity to use the paddle type, I'll stick with my pins. The RAS was demonstrated, very impressive. Very tempted to get the MFK 700 after this, very nice unit.

I am always reminded every time I see a picture of myself why they should not be taken. Thanks Shane!!!!!!!!!

I am wearing the Fein shirt.

To the other members of the class, it was my pleasure to have meet you.

Tom