Articles
Written by Brian Leach in September 2013
Brian Leach builds models from each of the 1970s set manuals.
Written by Les Chatfield in September 2013
Les Chatfield shows how you can convert a drill battery charger to run your models.
Written by Michelle O’Brien in March 2013
Michelle O’Brien sources a 4.1mm bit that’s just right for making Meccano holes.
Written by Michelle O’Brien in January 2013
Michelle O’Brien salvages the motors from sewing machines and paper shredders.
Written by Alan Wenbourne in September 2012
Alan Wenbourne explains his modifications to a gearbox designed by Tony Bolton.
Written by Cathy Warrell in September 2012
SELMEC members tell Cathy Warrell about alternative uses they’ve found for Meccano.
Written by Michelle O’Brien in September 2012
Michelle O’Brien discovers MFA/Como Drills’ range of timing pulleys and belts.
Written by Cathy Warrell in March 2012
Some practical uses for Meccano parts in the home from Cathy Warrell.
Written by Santiago Plicio in June 2011
Santiago Plicio describes the construction of his fairground thrill ride model.
Written by Geoff Carter in June 2011
Geoff Carter tells us how he came up with the idea for our Challenges.