Bill DeShivs
Knifemaker / Craftsman / Service Provider
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Here is something I use in my shop that has made things much more convenient and safe.
It's called "X 10."
X 10 is remote control technology that has been around for quite some time. It controls items via pulses through your existing wiring. A controller plugs into any wall socket. A receiver plugs into any other wall socket. You plug the device to be controlled into the receiver. You can turn blowers, dust collectors, lights, any machinery under 400 amps, on/off from the controller.
Wireless remotes are also available. Controller will operate multiple receivers.
It's not expensive-less than $10 per unit. You no longer have to reach over/bend down to plug stuff in! There are wall switches available, too.
Incandescent lights can be dimmed from the controllers.
This stuff works great in the house, too. I even use it to control my garage door.
If anyone is interested, I can help you find it. Ebay is a great source. I can also walk you through installation if needed.
It's called "X 10."
X 10 is remote control technology that has been around for quite some time. It controls items via pulses through your existing wiring. A controller plugs into any wall socket. A receiver plugs into any other wall socket. You plug the device to be controlled into the receiver. You can turn blowers, dust collectors, lights, any machinery under 400 amps, on/off from the controller.
Wireless remotes are also available. Controller will operate multiple receivers.
It's not expensive-less than $10 per unit. You no longer have to reach over/bend down to plug stuff in! There are wall switches available, too.
Incandescent lights can be dimmed from the controllers.
This stuff works great in the house, too. I even use it to control my garage door.
If anyone is interested, I can help you find it. Ebay is a great source. I can also walk you through installation if needed.
