VMS SURVEY REPORT on CAPITAL WORKS AND APPLICATIONS FOR GRANTS
January 2020: An email was sent recently asking shedders to respond to a number of questions related to the purchase of capital equipment. The purpose of the survey was to establish member support on what the committee felt was important to purchase in the future.
The committee now wish to share the outcomes of the survey. 30 members responded with sufficient data to make an informed decision. Here are the collective responses.
1. CNC – estimated cost $5000
More than half considered it was worthwhile purchasing a new CNC. The ratio was 60/40.
2. Thicknesser – estimated cost $5000
There was strong support for this item with almost 90% supporting this future purchase.
3. Drop Saw – estimated cost $1000
Again, there was strong support with 77% agreeing to the proposed purchase.
4. Air Compressor – estimated cost $2000
52% of respondents agreed to this purchase.
Since the survey a committee member has stepped forward and negotiated the supply [$0] of a good capacity compressor. It was delivered last Saturday and unloaded with the assistance of some Shedders. Thank you. Now we need to install the compressed air reticulation around the shed.
5. What else do you consider we should purchase?
About 10 members offered suggestions from a bench grinder, laser cutter, vacuum for sanders [external use] , belt sander, wood lathe, additional Makita drills. Thank you.
6. Do you wish to donate to our capital works fund? Leave your name and amount you wish to pledge.
Only 3 respondents offered a total of $570. Your committee extends a Special thank you to these people. We are setting up a separate account to be known as the Capital Equipment Fund.
What now?
Your committee will consider the results and use the data to underpin future grants.
Clearly, we will need to raise further funds. We look forward to members stepping forward and assisting with the various projects underway.
We thank you for your response. Even though the survey is closed, your feedback is always welcome.