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description: "Here we'll show you how to make a brick using the injection machine and the mould we designed in Chiangmai, Thailand. A beautiful, functional model. \n\nFrom: BOPE, Thailand"
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    text: "What you need: Injection machine, mould making tools\nThis is our workspace in Chiangmai. :)\n"
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    text: "We wanted to develop a product that can have many functions. So we decided to figure out a shape that can be adapted or compliment one another to get a variety of uses. Finally we decided to draw a curved shape. The idea of this shape is to be attached to each other like a Lego. You can use this design as a plant pot or connect it as a partition and build a wall. "
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    title: "Prepare for injecting"
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    text: "Tools you need for injecting:\nWrench\nBolt x 8 pieces\nNut x 8 pieces\nBolt & Nut for locking x 1 set\nElectric drill\nCutter\n"
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    title: "Prepare your material"
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    text: "Turn on the Injection machine (180°C) and wait for it to heat up.\nWhen the temperature is ready, you can put the shredded PP into the Machine."
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    text: "While waiting for the plastic to melt, you can assemble the mould."
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  - text: "When both your machine and the mould are ready, connect the mould to the injection machine. Then press it!"
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    text: "Wait for the moudl to cool down. Then detach and carefully open the mould to take  out your freshly baked recycled plastic brick!\nRemove the injection channel with a little scissor or knife"
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    text: "Last finishes."
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    text: "You can use  this for Flower Pots. Or You can make more & more for a partition or the wall. "
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