Summary
A man named Steve turned his small shop in New York into an automated factory. Using low-cost, self-built machinery, he produces $3 million worth of a boat cleaning product each year.
Key Facts
- Steve set up the automated factory in a 600-square-foot shop in Ballston Lake, New York.
- The factory produces a boat cleaning product called Seat Reviver.
- Steve used Arduino boards to automate the production process, which involves sensors and conveyor belts.
- The project cost under $10,000, but buying similar machines would cost much more.
- The factory can produce $250,000 worth of product each month.
- Steve developed the factory system over two months, starting in March 2025.
- He has experience in the boating industry, which inspired the creation of Seat Reviver.
- His shop was chosen as the location because he already owned it and it was not being used.
