17 July 2024
Episode 658
33 minutes
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Can the shared-workspace model work in manufacturing? We head to Bloqs, a pay-as-you-go workshop in north London, to hear how founders Arnaud Nichols and Al Parra are redefining the production process by providing creatives and businesses with flexible access to top-tier machinery, tools and a community of makers. Plus: we learn how Kabin founder Walter Craven uses the Bloqs factory for product testing and prototyping.
17 July 2024
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Founders Arnaud Nichols and Al Parra talk about the origins of Bloqs, their north London-based shared workshop for professional makers. They reflect on their mission to provide flexible access to top-tier machinery and integrate sustainability into their operations, while supporting a diverse community of users and fostering collaboration.
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Founder Walter Craven discusses the idea behind Kabin, a company making private spaces that enhance productivity. He reflects on the challenges of building physical products and explains why platforms such as Bloqs are crucial for providing the necessary tools and environments for small businesses to test and scale their designs.
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