We have been getting a lot of the same questions from viewers so thought it was time we did our first Q&A video. Kurtis answers a lot of the frequently asked questions so you will find out the Safety Officer's name, does he get metal in his paws? Find out about the workshop history, a bit of a tour on our most used machines in the shop, how Kurtis got started in the industry and his background. And the most asked question will you get to see the camera girl? We also wanted to say Thank You to all our viewers and subscribers and show our 100K subscriber KZhead silver creator award play button that we received! Plus we make an exciting announcement for the launch of our merch shop!
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I've been waiting - now I can go to bed.
Placing my order now 😊
thankyou for taking the time to make the videos ..yes they are worth the wait ,, job well done on the you tube plaque play button ..now we have a face to the giggler .. keep the chips flying .. also i am glad i am not the only one who will spend a hour to look for a tool thats in my hand or on the bench in front of me .. also the other thing looking for something go to my other barn when i get in there i forgot what i was looking for ..
Are you interested in doing a collaboration with any other KZheadrs? If you were, who'd ya think you'd wanna hang out with?
@@MattMetalbelly I will hazard an answer for Kurtis. Disclaimer, I am not authorised to make any such comment but I am making this comment because I think I have a bit of measure of Kurtis. He mentioned that he watches IC Weld because Issac does similar heavy equipment repairs primarily out on the job site. I also watch Issac and I reckon that the best collaboration would be if Kurtis went on a Working Holiday to Texas. I can picture it now, a busted up excavator needing a boom and or dipper repair and a pin rebore. Yeah, that excavator wouldn’t know what had hit it when Issac and Kurtis arrive to get it back into good working order. Man, that would be one sweet video to watch, but it would have to wait until the world gets COVID 19 under control and people are allowed to travel once again.
Flabbergasted, dumbstruck, speechless. Didn't realise you folks literally threw EVERYTHING you had into this company. Freaking awesome and I think you made the best decision to KZhead your works. Keep the content and the growth. 👍
It is certainly a great way to showcase the CEE skill set and ethos. Anyone within reasonable distance of the Gold Coast needing heavy equipment repairs or custom equipment modifications can quite easily see for themselves just how skilled Kurtis is and how he applies himself to his work.
When you're a quality worker and willing to - and maybe even enjoy - putting in the effort, going into business is less of a risk. Sounds like both of these guys would easily find decent paying jobs if going independent failed.
Same here. They are the best and working with the construction industry.... set for life. But damn I would love to work for him, no bullshit or anything just straight talking and get shit done. Love that
Hey Graeme yeah mate went all in but wouldn't change a thing. We appreciate all the support you have given us! Cheers 😎👍
What?? Anyone who says i had to sell one of my houses never gave up to much they had a better life than most
Pleased to meet you, Karen. Thank you for the outstanding work behind the camera and editing. This is a great opportunity to meet y'all. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experience. This has been a very special visit.
I totally agree. And Curtis - when you reach a million plus subs, you might find it a little less inconvienient and anoying making the vids, when you get a little more payback from KZhead. Not being educated conventionally I commend your skills and knowledge even if I dont have any knowledge within you trade other than having been watching others machining when I was in my teens (50 years ago LOL). Keep up the good work its very entertaining - both of you.
Thank you for the wonderful support every week Kurtis and I appreciate it! 😊
Kurtis is a good example of why experience, determination, handwork and good character are just if not more important than paper qualifications.
Yes he is. There are no short cuts in life. It isn't easy working alone but for me the satisfaction at the end of the day is getting the work done properly, safely, wisely. Kurtis and Karen you guys are amazing. You both do great jobs. Making videos isn't that easy either so well done. I'm just happy to see two very nice people make things happen and in a humble way.
He's also very healthy. He can spend long hours standing on concrete, doing repetitive tasks, bending, crouching, kneeling and can lift heavy things from the floor to work height with ease.
Karen's camera work is superb. And her editing is excellent. She seems to really enjoy letting her creativity out.
That's a hell of a business you've built and run by yourself there, good work!
Cheers mate yeah it's taken a bit but wouldn't change anything
@@CuttingEdgeEngineering You are one of the few people in this world who are doing the work that they are meant to be doing and doing it as your own boss and you have your two besties to help you. You are a very lucky man Kurtis.
@@markfryer9880 hes not lucky, hes hard working.
@@nom6758 He is a VERY LUCKY person. He has Karen by his side..!!!
The giggler is, without doubt, the best camera operator I've seen on youtube.
Thank you
she is really good the quality and seeing what is happening is really great
Have to agree with you.. The giggler is very good...
I always assumed Karen was his wife.
The giggler is revealed. Congratulations to you all on your hard work and content
Yay! Thank you!
Hats off to your Mrs, behind every good man is an equally good woman.
Best part is always the giggles behind the camera, what lovely two we have here: a grumpy cool guy and a lovely giggly girl! Keep on going!
@gius db Perfect description.
I was a automotive mechanic all my life. You are the essence of a self made, hard working, honest man. You deserve all the praise people give you. It is a pleasure watching your videos. I hope your business continues to grow.
Cheers Neil really appreciate it
Kurtis and Karen, you two are a fine example inspiration and hard work! I am in awe of your abilities,you’re both talented and skilled!
I love the "out takes" / "bloopers" they show that both of you are human and awesome.
Homeless is a sweet staffy. best dogs in the world.
He has a great personality they are the best dogs
@@CuttingEdgeEngineering Yes, agreed, lm onto my 8th staffy They are experts at mooching and freeloading.
13:21 🤣🤣
@@rodlacey560 & Lounging! My Staffy can out lounge 'em all On a freshly laid gravel road she could very well find an acceptable place to lounge Would initially & instinctively reconsider your request for her to remove from it You better have a treat Just coaxing her with 'Good girl' ain't gonna cut it Not if she found a comfortable spot, even it were on rocks
@@rodlacey560 and digging...
“Sold one of our houses”....and bought our machinery. Self made man. Good for you cobber!
Karen is cute as a button! What a wonderful team and couple, thanks for all the hard work and sharing with us!
Finally got to meet Karen, who does a marvellous job behind the camera and is the reason why I continue to watch. Good pair you two.
It's great to finally have a face to associate with the infectious laugh behind the camera!
He tries to talk and she giggles. What more could one ask for.
That giggle makes my day!
You three make such a great team! Kurtis, you are so lucky to have shuch a great dog and woman.
Thanks for the interesting video. Great to see The Giggler! Homeless is so cute 🐕 ❤
You guys have great chemistry and a sense of humor. It's fun to watch and one of the reasons I keep coming back.
My sentiments exactly 👍
Chemistry, mate! 👌
Mate, I larf me head off every week! Friday at 1730 is my favourite time of all. And it was good to meet Karen the Giggler too; you are a fortunate man.
Hey mate thanks for watching the vids each week we really appreciate the support
Absolutely mental that you don’t have anyone else working in the shop! So much work!!
I agree, even having a labourer around to do the grunt work and a second set of hands would make things go faster and smoother, could do more in a shorter period of time, time is money.
Congratulations guys! "Do it once, do it right." On the mark!
This is the most wholesome video I have seen on youtube in a very long time.
Not disagreeing, but Mark Rober is probably the most wholesome person on youtube.. you should check him out
@@LukeA_55 Rober is a fraud, the glitter bomb recipients are all paid actors.
@@Eggsr2bcrushed believe what you want
Discounting the F-filled bloopers
@@paulbennett8984 Yeah I like this story about a kid picking up an honest trade and making it. The wife running the office and filming is great too.
What a lovely couple! Nice to meet Karen after so many videos. I really appreciate hearing her laughing so often, she looks always in a good mood. :)
Thanks for watching yeah she knows how to stay positive
@@CuttingEdgeEngineering sometimes you gotta laugh so you don’t cry, right? ;)
Karen is a pivotal part of the enjoyable content we the viewers love
Thanks for putting the laughter on the screen thank you she makes the show lively and enjoyable !
Karen (your missus) is a delightful addition to your videos, please let her enter more often, she explains your intentions well. She is a great asset! Love her giggles also!
Such knowledge and self taught.. Doesn't get any better than that...!
Cheers mate thanks for watching
@Adrian Harwood, most self taught craftsmen have two things going for them, one is a love for what they do, otherwise they wouldn't spend the time and money learning how to do what they want to do on the machinery that they've bought. Two is intelligence because if they make a mistake, the money comes out of their own pocket so they've got to learn fast and find solutions to the problems that they face. I'm sure that Kurtis has watched other people do the stuff that he's now doing and if he comes across a problem, he's got people who he can phone to ask their advice. The only difference is that he didn't sit in a classroom or college workshop with other people, learning how to change a tool or take measurements. I've done it both ways and I prefer to teach myself, it sticks in my brain!
@@joseywales3789 His handling of the weird & wicked " 1000hp bent shaft problem" was incredible! - very clever & knowledgeable & unfazed, knows what he is doing :-).
From a 75 year old welding teacher NSW, you have great skills mate, particularly the part where you detail the consumables, good for any young apprentices.
The most brutally honest Q&A I have ever seen, props to Giggler and Homeless and thanks for the laugh.
You could sell small bags of the swarf as merchandise! Include a little card of authenticity & a paw print from Homeless on it for the signature :)
I’d definitely buy one 🤣🤣🤣
Just the paw print from homeless would do
know its friday when we get a Cutting Edge Engineering Australia video .. cool
Have a good end of the week mate enjoy the vid
I stumbled across your channel a few months ago and it has quickly gotten to the top of my most watched. Love the detail, and also the candor of the channel. Thank you both, and keep it going!
I am just seeing this video for the first time. I’m playing catch up. It certainly answered my questions. Awesome channel and Karen is great at editing and producing. Homeless is wonderful.
Thank you Curtis, Karen aka Mrs Curtis, Giggle lady and Homeless. I love your channel and how resourceful and capable you guys are. The whole Australian thing you have going on is pretty cool as well! Ben
Hey Ben thanks mate glad you enjoy the channel 😎👍
Pretty impressive you’re doing all the work on your own
What an awesome inspiring story! Great achievement! Nice to meet the family. Wish you all the best!
Thank you so much. What a great team . That pup is so sweet.
so happy to be up at 3:00 am here in the states.......my weekly treat to watch you 3...cheers, Paul
Hey Paul good morning over there mate you have a great day
2:00am here in Wisconsin USA
1:00 am, or actually 1:35 now, in Colorado. Been home from work for an hour, watch CEE then hit the rack.
Same here watch the vid when I got up at 2
Great to finally see the smile that I imagined behind that giggle! Really enjoyed the Q&A video, thanks!
Thanks for watching
Enjoyed the Q&A as I was wondering about the background stories. It's amazing how the background experiences and associations came together to make such a great workshop and so well matched with skills and customers.
You two are so genuine! Best wishes!
I think the great thing about you too is that he's a little on the dry humor side and she's just a giggler to no end. He helps her be a little serious and she helps him lightened up and quit being such a manly man. And of course they all love the dog so they will do whatever the dog says keep up the great work guys
I was shocked to hear there is no other employees, and that entire shop worth of equipment is all used by only you. And as expected the giggler is better looking than you😂
Many trades men do not like to employ a permanent employee. Have you given a person a project and when you check it not properly done. I would only hire someone to lift and clean shop and still have to look at them too much hassle so best do it myself when have free time.
@@alt-w7130 but then again, that's how he started. he was an apprentice, and now he thinks apprentices are idiots.
@@83hjf play the vid again, he wasnt an apprentice
@@83hjf I was an apprentice twice. I finished both and now work by myself. It's hard to get someone to care about what you do if they don't have a vested interest. If I put an apprentice on they will be matured aged.
@@brockstravels7586 IN MACHINING buddy, he had other entry level jobs too.
Thank you for doing this q&a, and all of the videos. You are an inspiration to my children that love to tinker and make their own stuff with the lathe and milling machines I bought them.
Let me tell u something Kurtis, it very hard to find a great machinist or welder, but to find a person like you who is great at BOTH, that's fantastic , also I'm proud of your accomplishments in a short period of time, I wish u and Karen and homeless the best of luck in the future, thank you from New York city
Congratulations on your 100,000! One of THE BEST channels on KZhead hands down. Thank you both for your willingness to show, explain, and teach those of us that have no clue what’s going on. Karen, Kurtis, and Homeless may you all continue to be blessed with work, happiness, and laughter as we watch you all set the standard for your craftsmanship and trade.
Thanks very much mate! A comment that we both appreciate. 😎👍
Have watched every video. Loved them all ! Great content. Congratulations to you all.
I've just stumbled on your channel and am in the wormhole. Well done to you both. The camera work and editing are first class, as is the engineering. Cheers from Perth, WA.
8am on a Friday in the UK. Time to crack open a mid strength beer for Karl Klub.
🤣 It's past 12pm here you're good 🍻
Always beer o'clock somewhere....... 👍
@@conorlavery4762 damn straight. Its 7am here and started watching a little bit ago.
@@amanawolf9166 🤣...... now that's commitment to your craft....
Great to hear the story of CEE, and pretty cool to meet the woman behind the camera as well. You’ve got a helluva team there. Congrats on all your success; it’s certainly hard-earned!
Thanks Mate
Lmao the giggler behind camera you called her. Love the dog. Looks like a fun place to be fly on wall.
From a fellow welder fabricator I am thoroughly impressed with your skill set as well as your mindset looking forward to seeing new videos thank you for what you do
Was kinda expecting a sparkle and a bling sound when Homeless smiled at the final second of the outtakes 😁 Awesome to finally meet the person that turns Kurtis’ mumblings and craftmanship into such excellent videos for us to enjoy, thank you Karen!
I love how genuine and down-to-earth all of this is. Thank you for making all these amazing videos!
Cheers mate thanks for watching
You are extremely dedicated to your work. Congratulations.
I really enjoy watching Curtis make parts and tooling. It is really an art to what he does with the raw materials. Curtis I think you are one awesome machinist. Love all your content.
I bet there are dozens of not hundreds of young folk who watch your channel to learn machining. For a bloke not wanting apprentices in the shop, that is pretty amazing! You are an inspiration.
I've got to tell you, watching the solid craftsmanship on your videos is a rare pleasure. And Karen, you have a real knack for getting clear shots of the amazing things Kurtis does. Keep up the good work, both of you!
Thanks mate!
Your wife is lovely, congratulations to you both on the great operation😄👍!!
This episode just came up on utube and I have watching this channel for over a year Karen you are adorable you two keep up the good work
Gday Kurtis and Karen, the business and channel is a true credit to you both, to step out and have a go at being self employed is a massive leap, shit loads can go wrong in no time, the quality of work you guys do shows that it’s on point, it was fantastic to finally meet Karen and it’s bloody awesome to see a married couple that can live and work together and have a good laugh, I really appreciate all the work and effort you guys put into making the content, thanks heaps, cheers Matty
Hey Matty! Thank you so much it's great to have support like this but even better from such an awesome Aussie like yourself. Kurtis and I always enjoy reading your comments and watching your KZhead videos. Take care, Karen 😊
I was a lathe operator for 35 years,the work you do is heavy and precise, you have extraordinary skills.well done.
For the quality of work you produce ,people will always return . What a great team you and your missus make long may it continue ... Good on ya
Always a pleasure to click on one of your videos. Learn something, walk away with a big smile ache. Quintessential genuine people. I really appreciate that.
Thanks for being genuine and not plastic KZhead personalities. The giggles and out-takes are the icing on the cake.
Learning that you guys dont have employees makes me appreciate them allot more! Thanks Curtis and Karen!
God bless You, your Better half and Homeless. Hope to see more from you
Hello, Curtis! Greetings from Kazakhstan ! I believe that it is necessary to always set people like you as an example to others. I watch each of your videos with great pleasure and look forward to a new one every Friday. It's good that there are specialists like you. Thank you very much! I wish you prosperity in all your affairs. God bless you !
School was the greatest let down of my life some people just need a different education you just cannot force a square peg through a round hole no matter how many times it's beaten on you just have to use the right tools and mind set. Well done you are an inspiration for what can be achieved
Right on mate 😎👊💥
Wow , self taught , that's really impressive mate . Well done .
Cheers mate
started power watching your content a few days ago...I love it. I was an employed then self employed Carpenter for 38 yrs. I always wanted to get into metal fabrication/machining and welding
I'm a middle-aged (and then some!) IT guy, sitting here with a glass of red wine enjoying another CEE video. So much respect for you both as business people for starting up and running a succesful business purely from your own efforts. I thought you were possibly filming around other camera-shy employees but, to see that you're a one-man-band in the workshop - huge respect! Keep up the great work and see you here again soon for the 250k subscribers video.
Ditto, but it was a stout.
I totally understand how much pain it can be when you're trying to work and somebody with a camera is getting in your way. But I really appreciate that you put up with that, your videos are great and wouldn't exist without it. One thing I really like on your videos is that they go right to the point, there's no ballast. It's been a plague on KZhead recently and it's really refreshing to see something that's not polluted like the rest. Thank you for it, keep up the good work.
I'm sorry I have only one upvote to give.
I have come along a bit late. From a boy from West Oz now in southern Poland, very best wishes to you all. As my grandmother would say, on one or rwo occasions, it's good work. All of you.
So impressed with your story, perseverance and character. Dig the bird and the dog too.
Kurtis mentioning Homie's attributes just had me gasping for air I was laughing so hard
"Like a ripper shank" !!!!! Lmao for sure.
Same lmfao.. someone had to say it 🤣
Frankly amazed you're a one-man show based on the work that comes through your shop. Damn good show! 👍
Love your work guys!! It's awesome what your doing/ done, big props to you
Hi Karen Nice to see the person that is that beautiful voice and laugh. Thanks for the answers to so many questions.
The bloopers at the end of each video are awesome. Love the channel and the content - real people doing quality work. Look forward to your updates every week.
As a retired engineer myself, I am really impressed with the skill-set that Kurtis possesses. He really does do a fantastic job. Thanks for the Q and A, very interesting and illuminating. Respect from the UK and best wishes for the future.
Hey mate thanks for watching
I’m a ‘retired’ engineer and would also like to endorse that. Great videos Karen & Kurtis.
it is amazing the skills he has for self taught, but you can see he is a natural watching him.....amazing how professional he is for self taught as well he seems to have no poor habits and things like making the drawings right the first time was impressive
This is the most relaxing channel on KZhead for me. I'm an electrical Engineer and have nothing to do with any machining, yet I really enjoy watching it.
Wow man thanx so much for this Q+A. So much info about your life, a face reveal by Karen aka Mrs CEE and homeless to top it off. We all appreciate your time and letting us into both of your lives even more. 🇦🇺 🏴☠️
And it's comments and support like this that make it even more enjoyable cheers mate
"Like a lot of other people, I am human".......fucking classic! LOL
Yeah!! Lol.
Teamwork makes the dream work. How cool it is to see talent, skill and energy combined like this. Best to you both and Homeless too, from Wyoming, USA.
Thank you so much for making your videos, it is awesome to watch you create functional works of art from blank slates of metal. It takes me back to when I was a kid watching my dad on a six banana lathe making tractor parts for the farm…thanks for doing what you do!
The ultimate power couple. Karen, you rock. Best Karen I know. Kurtis! You are a monster. Massive respect for the both of you. I love CEE even more now that I have the back story. You both are supremely good at what you do, and it's awesome that you both have found ways to apply those skills together.
Didn't even realize you guys were on the goldie, have to let our mechanics know to come your way next time a chipper drum lets go! awesome work
Enjoyable videos with your family. Don’t change anything in the future. You have the perfect combo of work, family, and pet.
I’m kind of new to the channel and machining but I came back to watch this episode and I’m so glad I found you guys. For just you two, the production of the channel is awesome!
So glad you "put up" with the camera for our sake. Your work and attitude is an inspiration and joy to watch.
You guys and a channel called Clickspring are two of my favorite machineing channels. Cheers to a well-run channel.
And they are both channels from Queensland Australia. Chris from Clickspring is from Cairns Far North Queensland.
These two and Atilla's Workshop. Amazing aussie tallent
Great story! Karen - YOU are a gem! There are plenty of machine-shop channels on KZhead but I watch this one largely because of you, young lady! Keep up the good work! It's your laughter that keeps me coming back.
You two, and Homeless make a wonderful team..
Congratulation on your 100,000 subscribers. So nice to finally meet Karen!
Thanks both for putting up with each other's brilliance and running an impressive business. Every clip is pure gold!