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#1 Offline AntsAnonymous - Posted May 21 2015 - 7:54 PM

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Hello fellow anters,

 

I'm looking for some outside funding to get my project up on its feet! Currently, the project is in the prototyping and testing phase of the first design and in need of a little help to keep it going! Anything helps and will allow the final product  to release at a much lower cost! I really appreciate any interest in my formicarium and look forward to offering something modular and customizabe to the ant keeping world, at a reasonable price! 

 

http://www.gofundme.com/AntsAnonymous

 

 

-Kyle
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Edited by AntsAnonymous, May 23 2015 - 12:06 PM.

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#2 Offline drtrmiller - Posted May 21 2015 - 8:24 PM

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I've found money to be far less an obstacle than talent, time, and ability to thoroughly test.

My team and I provide makers free prototypes and consult on engineering and business aspects, as well. Unless you quit your job and work on these projects 40-60 hours a week like I do, you're far better off working with a team, than going at anything alone.

Edited by drtrmiller, May 21 2015 - 8:26 PM.

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byFormica® is the manufacturer of the iconic nectar feeders and Sunburst Ant Nectar.
byFormica ant products always deliver consistent performance, convenience,
and reliability, making them among the most beloved ant foods and kit enjoyed by
ant keeping enthusiasts worldwide. For more information, visit www.byFormica.com.

#3 Offline BugFinder - Posted May 21 2015 - 10:01 PM

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Kyle, you didn't post a link to your gofundme account.


“If an ant carries an object a hundred times its weight, you can carry burdens many times your size.”  ― Matshona Dhliwayo

 

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Pogonomyrmex subdentatus

Camponotus Vicinus

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#4 Offline AntsAnonymous - Posted May 22 2015 - 5:03 PM

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http://www.gofundme.com/AntsAnonymous

 

Thank you! And my apologies!



#5 Offline AntsAnonymous - Posted May 23 2015 - 12:07 PM

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UPDATE 5/23

 

Prototype v1 fresh off the print bed! Ready for some ant testing.



#6 Offline drtrmiller - Posted May 23 2015 - 12:14 PM

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Since you already have access to a 3D printer, one might wonder what you were going to do with $3,500, should you meet your goal.




byFormica® is the manufacturer of the iconic nectar feeders and Sunburst Ant Nectar.
byFormica ant products always deliver consistent performance, convenience,
and reliability, making them among the most beloved ant foods and kit enjoyed by
ant keeping enthusiasts worldwide. For more information, visit www.byFormica.com.

#7 Offline AntsAnonymous - Posted May 23 2015 - 12:26 PM

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The money received would be used to pay off prior investments and allow expansion of products offered to include variations and accessories. 


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#8 Offline BugFinder - Posted May 24 2015 - 6:08 PM

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How does this work?  What happens if you don't meet your goal of $3500?


“If an ant carries an object a hundred times its weight, you can carry burdens many times your size.”  ― Matshona Dhliwayo

 

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Pogonomyrmex subdentatus

Camponotus Vicinus

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Tetramorium (sp)

Pogonomyrmex Californicus

My Ant Goals!


#9 Offline dspdrew - Posted May 24 2015 - 6:14 PM

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I think the money goes back to the people who pledged it.



#10 Offline AntsAnonymous - Posted May 24 2015 - 6:52 PM

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The goal on this site is only a goal, not a set amount. Unlike Kickstarter, all money donated can,at any time, be taken by the campaigner to be used.


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#11 Offline BugFinder - Posted May 24 2015 - 6:54 PM

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I'd like to support you, because you're a veteran number 1, and number 2 I think we need more vendors in this industry providing products to hobbyists.  I can't afford much, but I will make a contribution.


“If an ant carries an object a hundred times its weight, you can carry burdens many times your size.”  ― Matshona Dhliwayo

 

My Journals:

Pogonomyrmex subdentatus

Camponotus Vicinus

Camponotus sansabeanus

Tetramorium (sp)

Pogonomyrmex Californicus

My Ant Goals!


#12 Offline AntsAnonymous - Posted May 24 2015 - 7:39 PM

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Thank you for your support! And I agree, competition is healthy and beneficial to the consumers!



#13 Offline Myrmicinae - Posted May 28 2015 - 11:09 AM

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How will your design hold and distribute moisture?  I do like the look of it.


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Journals on Formiculture:
Pheidole ceres
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#14 Offline Huch - Posted August 13 2015 - 6:22 PM

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I like what you printed so far. Keep working!






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