Trainer development craftsmen build new base operations console Published Nov. 12, 2009 By Senior Airman David Salanitri Keesler Public Affairs KEESLER AFB, Miss -- The 81st Operations Support Flight welcomed a new front desk work station at base operations last week, allowing its workers to efficiently complete their daily tasks in a more efficient manner. The project was undertaken by woodcrafters from the 81st Training Support Squadron's trainer development unit, said project manager Ron Holtorf. The project, which started September, offers more desk space, more organized compartments and strategic radio compartments, as well as room for the operators' computers, according to Maj. Jim Eddleman, 81st OSF commander. "We are now able to conceal the bulk of our computer and phone lines in which the old workstation cluttered the desk area," said Major Eddleman, designer of the project. Major Eddleman submitted the design to the 81st TRSS. The woodcrafting team fabricated and assembled the four-piece work center and skinned the console with a natural oak laminate, according to Mr. Holtorf. Then Major Eddleman coordinated with the 81st Communications Squadron and CSC, the base operating support contractor, to ensure that the phone lines and power cables were properly installed in the new unit. Mr. Holtorf said the cost of materials for the project was $2,250. "Besides boosting unit morale, the new work center will help personnel accomplish our daily flying mission more easily and project a professional environment when we receive distinguished visitors," concluded Major Eddleman. Susan Griggs, Keesler News editor, contributed to this report.