A passion for problem solving and making physical objects is our DNA. As with any type of production oriented work a necessity to expand and improve workflow persists. Often a solution is not readily available to purchase. We have been printing for over 30 years and many projects have required dedicated functions. Growing up around machine tools and the ethic of “make it yourself and make it better” prevailed. From building my first t-shirt printing press to designing and making skateboard wheels, jigs, templates, and best of all – tools.
Creating tools that serve a purpose is a passion and naturally has become the primary focus of Visual Mechanics. From small precision tooled details on manual machines to elaborate forms generated by a combined knowledge of CNC technology, the ability to produce virtually anything is right here. Using old and new methods of working is where innovation occurs.
Custom Stainless Die threading tool for manual and power applications.
A vital machine part kept breaking, halting production at the sawmill where we source material. An obvious design flaw in the part kept the Sawyer ordering replacements. While at the mill picking up an order the owner mentioned the issue. We re-made the part with an internal design fix that has not troubled them since.
Custom press fit table leg inserts for threaded leveling risers. Discreet hardware did not exist for 2″ box steel legs.
Waterjet Cut Mirrored Stainless Steel display plaques with CNC Thermal marked branding details.
Comprehensive fabrication project for Artist Stephan Sollins. A two part production fabricating the featured pieces of art – Stainless steel shapes were waterjet cut and fitted to laser cut binding board. The Seamless shelving display we designed and built to present collection of works. Custom tooling parts were required to be made to machine details for the shelf. Finished piece measures 128″ x 14″.
SOLID Walnut END TABLE DESIGN AND BUILD. Book matched joinery with a reductive structural profile. 
Point of purchase branding. Custom built laser engraved produce crates fabricated from scratch.
CNC Laser cut signage.
Custom fabricated railings and decking for residential installation.
Small machined hardware details.
CNC molds for casting graphics elements on base for public sculpture in NYC.
CNC cut and drilled brass badges with engraved barcodes for public art scavenger hunt in Orient, NY.