At Arbortech, every tool has a story rooted in creativity and innovation. The SpheroPlane® is no exception. Its journey began with a deceptively simple task: carve a perfect wooden sphere for a project video. Kevin Inkster, the founder and creative mind behind most of Arbortech’s tools, took it on—and if you know Kev, you know he thrives on challenges. Drawing on his experience creating clever innovations—like the TURBOPlane Woodturning Hacks and Jig and everyone's favourite Ball Gouge attachement - Kev knew that crafting a geometrically perfect sphere would require an entirely new level of precision, an achievement no existing tool could deliver. True to form, Kev got hands-on, diving into the process with an array of materials and ideas from his workshop. What followed were countless hours of trial and error, each attempt sparking new ideas and bringing him closer to the solution. He understood that precision was essential. Achieving the geometric perfection of a sphere with freehand tools required more than just skill—it called for an entirely new approach. After experimenting with various jigs, Kev rigged up a contraption that worked remarkably well. Not only did it create perfect spheres, but it also opened up possibilities for crafting smooth concave hollows. The key was the tool’s toroidal blade, paired with an adjustable depth sleeve—a combination that offered unmatched precision and versatility. This was no longer just a clever hack—it was the start of something transformative. Seeing its potential, Kev handed his prototype to Arbortech’s R&D team to refine and elevate the concept. Arbortech’s R&D team started working to transform Kevin’s makeshift tool into a reliable, production-ready one. They enhanced the depth adjustment sleeve for smoother operation, integrated a dust extraction system for cleaner workspaces, and rigorously tested every component to ensure durability and performance. Each improvement made the tool more intuitive and versatile, keeping its innovative core intact while making it accessible to woodworkers of all levels. What began as a creative experiment grew into an innovative addition to Arbortech’s lineup—a testament to the power of curiosity, persistence, and the endless possibilities of the creative process.