Cutting Edge Engineering Australia Courses

Making a Monster Hex Socket for a Hydraulic Nut Buster - Shop Made Tools

Dive into the detailed metalworking process of crafting a custom heavy-duty hex socket, from precision machining and milling to welding techniques for hydraulic nut busting applications.

• YouTube
• 49 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making the Mother of All Cutters - Part 1: Shop Made Tools

Discover the step-by-step process of building a massive custom cutter, from facing a half-meter plate to precision drilling and setting up the rotary table with expert machining techniques and practical tips.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Broken In Half - Making a New Cylinder Rod for CAT 18M Grader

Master precision machining and welding techniques to rebuild a snapped CAT 18M grader cylinder rod from salvaged parts and hardened chrome bar using lathe work and rotator welding.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Making New Parts for the Vintage Milling and Drilling Attachment - Part 2

Dive into the machining process as Kurtis fabricates custom parts for a vintage milling and drilling quill feed attachment, featuring lathe work, milling operations, and a special TIG welding demonstration.

• YouTube
• 53 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

The Ultimate Test for Our Milling and Drilling Attachment - Making New Line Boring Bars

Master precision machining by creating custom line boring bars using a vintage milling attachment, covering drilling, reaming, tapping, and keyway cutting techniques.

• YouTube
• 1 hour
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Building a Heavy Duty Levelling Spreader Bar for Skid Steer

Master heavy-duty fabrication techniques by building a custom levelling spreader bar for skid steer equipment using SHS steel, reinforcement methods, and protective coatings.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Overhauling a Massive Mining Dump Truck Track Rod - Line Boring and Bore Welding

Discover the complete restoration of a massive mining dump truck track rod through sandblasting, crack testing, line boring, bore welding, and precision machining techniques.

• YouTube
• 56 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Replacing Broken Eye on Cylinder Rod for CAT 657 Scraper - Machining, Welding, Milling

Master the complete restoration of a CAT 657 scraper cylinder rod eye through precision machining, welding, and milling techniques for heavy earthmoving equipment repair.

• YouTube
• 47 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Rear Frame Upgrades - Franna Crane Project Part 29

Dive into Part 29 of the Franna Crane restoration as the team tackles rear frame upgrades, fabricates new engine mounts, installs articulation joint plates, and battles unexpected rust and wiring challenges.

• YouTube
• 48 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Rebuild Complete and Testing the Vintage Milling and Drilling Attachment - Part 3

Master the complete rebuild and testing of a vintage Huron milling attachment, from bearing replacement and precision assembly to final installation on a Zayer bed mill.

• YouTube
• 55 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Repairing Worn Out Suspension Parts for a Mining Truck - Machining and Welding

Discover precision machining and welding techniques to repair worn suspension parts on a massive CAT 785 mining truck, including bore welding, custom sleeve fabrication, and bearing fits.

• YouTube
• 44 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Bobcat Auger Power Head Overhaul - Repairing Seized Parts, Leaks and Cracked Welds

Dive into a complete Bobcat auger power head restoration process, from disassembling the seized components and repairing cracked welds to precision lathe work for custom seals and fabricating a new pin for long-lasting performance.

• YouTube
• 38 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Welding and Line Boring Rear Frame Articulation Joint - Franna Crane Project - Part 30

Dive into the welding and line boring process for a Franna crane's rear frame articulation joint, featuring plate welding, frame cleanup, and precision boring with a portable Sir Meccanica WS1.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Cast Iron Weld Repair on a Vintage Huron Slotting Attachment - Part 2

Master cast iron TIG welding with silicon bronze on vintage machinery, troubleshoot equipment issues, and machine repairs back to specification using boring heads.

• YouTube
• 33 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video

Machining New End Caps for the CAT 24M Grader Accumulators - Part 2

Master precision machining techniques as hardened chrome bar transforms into CAT 24M grader accumulator end caps through expert lathe and milling operations.

• YouTube
• 41 minutes
• Self-Paced
• Free Video