Part 1
Introduction
Welcome
Veneering Basics
14 Good Reasons
Vacuum Press Uses
Deciding on a Model
Overview
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Part 2a (Option 1 of 2)
Project: V2 Venturi Press
About Project: V2
Parts List
Build the Manifold
Build the Reservoirs
Assemble the Venturi
Make the Carrier
Wire the Press
Testing and Adjusting
Mods and Options
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Part 2b (Option 2 of 2)
Project: EVS Pump Press
About Project: EVS
Parts List
Pump Selection
Build the Manifold
Build the Sub-Manifold
Build the Reservoirs
Make the Carrier
Final Assembly
Wire the Press
Testing and Adjusting
Mods and Options
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Part 3
Vacuum Bags
Vacuum Bag Basics
Polyurethane vs. Vinyl
DIY Vacuum Bags (A)
DIY Vacuum Bags (B)
DIY Vacuum Bags (C)
Connect the Bag
Bag Closures
Platens/Cauls
Breather Mesh
Maintenance
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Part 4
Veneer Information
About Veneer
Veneering Myths
Backer Veneer
Veneer Glues
Veneering Tips
Substrate Materials
Flattening Veneers
Edgebanding Guide
A Sharp Veneer Saw
Jointing Veneers
Taping Veneers
Dealing with Defects
Curing Glued Panels
Veneering w/o Vacuum
Iron-On Veneering
Veneer Storage
Amazing Bookmatches
Copper Veneer Guide
Paperbacked Veneer ____________________
Part 5
Miscellaneous Info
Vacuum Frame Press
Vacuum Forming
Vacuum Chucking
Vacuum Clamping
Vacuum Clamp Matrix
Vacuum Infusing
DIY Vacuum Manifold
JWW Visitors' Vacs
Veneer Quality
HH-66 MSDS
Veneering FAQ
The Vac FAQ
Downloads (PDF's)

Download the Vacuum Press and Clamping Instructions!

You can now print out the vacuum press and clamping kit instructions by downloading the corresponding PDF* file below.

A) Project: EVS Electric Vacuum System
        Last Update: 12/26/07
        Current Version: 1.m

B) Project: V2 Venturi Press (Pro & Plus)
        Last Update: 7/22/08
        Current version: 2.u

C) Project: V2 Venturi Press (Premium)
        Last Update: 7/22/08
        Current version: 2.n

D) Project: V2 Venturi Press (Premium Upgrade from V2 or V2 Plus)
        Last Update: 7/22/08
        Current version: 1.d

E) Vacuum Clamping Instructions
       Last Update: 7/25/08
       Current Version: 2.f

F) Vacuum Press System Chart
     Specifications for each system to help you decide which is best for you.
      Last Update: 1/03/08

G) Thomas Vacuum Pump Pneumatic & Wiring Information
        Last Update: 9/22/07

H) Veneer Sawing and Taping Veneer Seams

I) How to Make a Custom Size Vacuum Bag

J) How to Build a Vacuum Frame Press

*Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader - a free download