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| − | The Metalworking Area | + | The Metalworking Area contains tools for cutting, drilling, turning, filing, bending and otherwise working with metal; many can also be used for working with plastics. The area is looked after by the [[Team:Metalworking|Metalworking team]]. There is also a [[Metalworking Downstairs]] area. |
==Tools and equipment== | ==Tools and equipment== | ||
{{tools}} Tools available in this area include: | {{tools}} Tools available in this area include: | ||
| − | *[[Bridgeport Mill]] | + | * [[Bridgeport Mill]] |
| − | *[[Myford Lathe]] | + | * [[Myford Lathe]] |
| + | * [[ARC welder]] | ||
| + | * [[ESAB MIG Welder]] | ||
| + | * [[TIG welder]] | ||
| + | * [[Warco GH-1330 Lathe]] (downstairs?) | ||
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| − | + | There are many more tools, particularly metrology & hand tools, that are not listed on the wiki. If you are knowledgeable about something that isn't listed please consider [[Help:Using the wiki|creating a page]] for the tool. | |
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| − | There are many more tools, particularly metrology & hand tools, that are not listed on the wiki. If you are knowledgeable about something that isn't listed please consider creating a page for the tool. | ||
==Important notes== | ==Important notes== | ||
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==Safety== | ==Safety== | ||
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A lot of the machines in this area are dangerous with the potential to cause significant harm. Your safety is your own responsibility. | A lot of the machines in this area are dangerous with the potential to cause significant harm. Your safety is your own responsibility. | ||
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==Availability== | ==Availability== | ||
{{open}} This area, or the tools in it does not require booking and can not be booked. | {{open}} This area, or the tools in it does not require booking and can not be booked. | ||
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==Cleaning and maintenance== | ==Cleaning and maintenance== | ||
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There is a shop vac in the area that can be used for removing swarf from large machines and the floor. For small cleaning jobs there is a dust pan and brush located on the wall above the [[Metalwork Area Tray Store]]. | There is a shop vac in the area that can be used for removing swarf from large machines and the floor. For small cleaning jobs there is a dust pan and brush located on the wall above the [[Metalwork Area Tray Store]]. | ||
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==Problems and issues== | ==Problems and issues== | ||
{{quest}} If there is a problem in the Metalworking Area contact the Metalworking team. If a tool is broken or damaged, report it to the team. | {{quest}} If there is a problem in the Metalworking Area contact the Metalworking team. If a tool is broken or damaged, report it to the team. | ||
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==See also== | ==See also== | ||
* [[Power#MetalWorking|Power]] | * [[Power#MetalWorking|Power]] | ||
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[[Category:Metalwork]] | [[Category:Metalwork]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 14:37, 6 September 2022
| Metalworking Area | |
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| Intended Use | Working on Metalworking projects |
| Team | Metalworking |
| Floor | Upstairs |
| Map |  |
| Locations: all pages {{}} | |
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The Metalworking Area contains tools for cutting, drilling, turning, filing, bending and otherwise working with metal; many can also be used for working with plastics. The area is looked after by the Metalworking team. There is also a Metalworking Downstairs area.
Tools and equipment
Tools available in this area include:
- Bridgeport Mill
- Myford Lathe
- ARC welder
- ESAB MIG Welder
- TIG welder
- Warco GH-1330 Lathe (downstairs?)
A list of tools in this area with wiki pages is available here: Tools and Equipment in Metalworking Area
There are many more tools, particularly metrology & hand tools, that are not listed on the wiki. If you are knowledgeable about something that isn't listed please consider creating a page for the tool.
Important notes
Tools in this area should always be returned to the area after use.
Safety
Please see Nottinghack Rules/Guide - Rule 0: Do Not Be On Fire
A lot of the machines in this area are dangerous with the potential to cause significant harm. Your safety is your own responsibility.
When working with heavy equipment such as Machine Vices or large projects, Steel toe cap boots are recommended but not required.
When using machines that have spinning parts:
- Remove loose clothing, necklaces or lanyards
- Do not wear gloves or long sleeves
- Protect your eyes with safety glasses
Other equipment such as the Welders require:
- Welding Mask
- Welders Gloves
Availability
This area, or the tools in it does not require booking and can not be booked.
Cleaning and maintenance
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Please improve this page by adding a photo. The specific reason is: Pic of shop vac needed. Click to upload an image, help with using images can be found here. The talk page may contain suggestions about suitable images. (March 2019) |
Always leave the area as you would like to find it. Build time into your schedule for cleaning up.
There is a shop vac in the area that can be used for removing swarf from large machines and the floor. For small cleaning jobs there is a dust pan and brush located on the wall above the Metalwork Area Tray Store.
The tools are checked regularly and maintenance is carried out as required.
Problems and issues
If there is a problem in the Metalworking Area contact the Metalworking team. If a tool is broken or damaged, report it to the team.
Sub-Locations
Contained within this area are sub locations. A full list of these can be found here: Sub-Locations of Metalworking Area
See also
| Locations | |
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| Upstairs | Comfy Area • Studio • Members Storage • Textiles Workshop • Kitchen • Toilets • Workshop • Dusty Area • Metalworking Area • Spray Booth • Laser Area • CNC Area • Screen Printing |
| Downstairs | 3D Printer Area • Electronics Area • Blue Room • Team Storage • Metalworking Downstairs • Members Storage Downstairs • Classroom • Bike Area • Main Corridor • CNC Corridor |
Changes in Category:Metalwork No changes during the given period match these criteria. | |