BRINGING THE GALAXY HOME IN A BOX
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Welcome to Scale Model TechnologiesSince 1997 SMT has been delivering unique miniatures and model
kits to collectors and modelers worldwide. Over the past 19+ years my prototyping and skills set brought some of the most sought after model kits and miniatures to reality under the SMT brand name. My primary goal is an accurate and well thought out miniature that represents a true image of the subject. I use time honored “old school” techniques in conjunction with technology such as roto-casting, resin injection and thermo-forming. The site contains a mostly complete Kit Archive of what SMT produced over the years from 1997 to 2015. As well the site hosts some client and customer builds under the Gallery pages showcasing SMT products. There is the SMT Ebay link for SMT products. These products are limited runs and random bits that I hope folks will find useful. If you need something not listed by all means contact me and I will see if I can help out. Enjoy your visit with SMT, I hope you see something you like and let your imagination take shape! |
Sincerely, Colin Omilusik
Owner, Scale Model Technologies
Owner, Scale Model Technologies
Latest News
Well here it is almost August 2017.
I hope everyone has been enjoying the summer and getting out and doing stuff!
I myself am running behind, but well let's face it too many holidays.
The client build of the old MPC Falcon is progressing slowly around my holidays, but it's coming along nicely.
Picture below is my new white decal process printed on clear paper. No outdated ALPS needed. This allows me to create a decal that is white. This will be an asset in some upcoming projects in the future.
I hope everyone has been enjoying the summer and getting out and doing stuff!
I myself am running behind, but well let's face it too many holidays.
The client build of the old MPC Falcon is progressing slowly around my holidays, but it's coming along nicely.
Picture below is my new white decal process printed on clear paper. No outdated ALPS needed. This allows me to create a decal that is white. This will be an asset in some upcoming projects in the future.
MPC Millenium Falcon Client Build Update #2, 3 & 4
I have started the MPC Millenium Falcon build for a client who wants his MPC Falcon built up.
While this is to most simply be lights and paint- I cannot help but modify the model somewhat to improve its looks. Budget is a consideration so I will not be going with the 3d printed Shapeways parts or the MPC Falcon detail set SMT used to produce!
First a note on the box tops and credit. The top original release box top is from StarWarsmodels.com.
The original release has the 5 footer on the box cover. Subsequent re-releases use the 31" model built for Empire and there is some major differences between the two.
Now I know many say the MPC Falcon is based off the 5 footer and I think applies to the somewhat plating and details. Of course the 5 footer was modeled after the full plans as well.
In scale the approx 5' Falcon is 1/16 scaled. This fits with the Tie being 1/16 scale and even though I am a minority here I believe the X-wing and Y wing are 1/16 scale as well. NOT 1/24 for the Xwing and the Y if scaled out would be based on 1/33 scale. UH that's a nope for me! Anyway...
Once I had the sidewalls fitted nicely and test fit I built an engine surround for the main engines lights. Simple styrene to contain the effect to minimize light bleed through.
All the main detail wells were added at this time and puttied around to prevent light leaks as these are ill fitting to the hull for a complete seal.
The cockpit was the first major area to tackle. I added the 2 minor missing window bar frames, but did not worry aobut adding the raised from around the all the windows.
The kit interior is err.. lacking shall we say and the 2 seats position themselves within the hull tube if built as per the instructions!
I built a console for the front pilot area and used a simple graphic overlay (I cannot recall where I found it on the web) for the cockpits interior. I then constructed 2 rear seats that resemble what we see on screen.
The gun wells were installed and another graphic overlay for the both guns to fill in the space.
With that out of the way, I begin to lay in the fibre optic lighting for the cockpit, along with the engine lights and forward mandible lights.
I will not be adding the red or white landing lights or the couple of others located around the ship keeping costs down.
The ship will be mounted to a low base with and without landing gear is so desired. So the wiring is run to a main central tube to act as the stand and conduit pathway for the model.
After a 2 week burn in all is looking good, so next up I will tackle the stand/power base and closing of the main hulls.
While this is to most simply be lights and paint- I cannot help but modify the model somewhat to improve its looks. Budget is a consideration so I will not be going with the 3d printed Shapeways parts or the MPC Falcon detail set SMT used to produce!
First a note on the box tops and credit. The top original release box top is from StarWarsmodels.com.
The original release has the 5 footer on the box cover. Subsequent re-releases use the 31" model built for Empire and there is some major differences between the two.
Now I know many say the MPC Falcon is based off the 5 footer and I think applies to the somewhat plating and details. Of course the 5 footer was modeled after the full plans as well.
In scale the approx 5' Falcon is 1/16 scaled. This fits with the Tie being 1/16 scale and even though I am a minority here I believe the X-wing and Y wing are 1/16 scale as well. NOT 1/24 for the Xwing and the Y if scaled out would be based on 1/33 scale. UH that's a nope for me! Anyway...
Once I had the sidewalls fitted nicely and test fit I built an engine surround for the main engines lights. Simple styrene to contain the effect to minimize light bleed through.
All the main detail wells were added at this time and puttied around to prevent light leaks as these are ill fitting to the hull for a complete seal.
The cockpit was the first major area to tackle. I added the 2 minor missing window bar frames, but did not worry aobut adding the raised from around the all the windows.
The kit interior is err.. lacking shall we say and the 2 seats position themselves within the hull tube if built as per the instructions!
I built a console for the front pilot area and used a simple graphic overlay (I cannot recall where I found it on the web) for the cockpits interior. I then constructed 2 rear seats that resemble what we see on screen.
The gun wells were installed and another graphic overlay for the both guns to fill in the space.
With that out of the way, I begin to lay in the fibre optic lighting for the cockpit, along with the engine lights and forward mandible lights.
I will not be adding the red or white landing lights or the couple of others located around the ship keeping costs down.
The ship will be mounted to a low base with and without landing gear is so desired. So the wiring is run to a main central tube to act as the stand and conduit pathway for the model.
After a 2 week burn in all is looking good, so next up I will tackle the stand/power base and closing of the main hulls.
"IN THE SHOP" WITH SMT
Most folks don't like to provide a view in, but SMT is different so please sit back and enjoy a photo tour around the shop!
For a more detailed look at my shop and more information check out the new page "In The Shop" with SMT.
Here is a PDF parts list and blueprints of how to make your own 22" scaled Spine Booster for any 22" scaled Eagle from Space:1999. Using a few simple Plastruct parts and some basic kitbashing skill!
Space:1999 is © Carlton Media Inc.
Space:1999 is © Carlton Media Inc.
All photos and text © Scale Model Technologies 2017.
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I've started a new site page (KIT Archives) with copies of the kits once produced under the SMT brand name.
I've started a new site page (KIT Archives) with copies of the kits once produced under the SMT brand name.
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