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    text: "Before you start, make sure you have everything that you need:\n4x T-shape beams\n5x plastic sheets 100cm x 40cm\n40x Metal pins 12 mm x 6 mm\n80x M5 screws\n2x Tension Wires (3,5 m each)\n\nGeneral plastic working tools \n\nRelated links:\nHow to make T-shape beams 👉 https://community.preciousplastic.com/how-to/make-a-t-shape-beam-\nHow to make plastic sheets 👉 https://community.preciousplastic.com/academy/build/sheetpressrun"
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    text: "Let’s continue with the sheets.\n\nPrint the shape of the shelves which are provided in the download files. Create a template on a MDF sheet and use it to copy this shape five times on your plastic sheets.\n\nCut it roughly with the jigsaw and route the edges with the help of the template. Drill and countersink the holes. \n\nRemember to wear a mask and glasses here!"
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