WORKSHOP · UR UNIPOD
Mechanical Workshop
The Mechanical Workshop within our Makerspace is the beating heart of innovation, where ideas are transformed into tangible creations. Equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and tools, this workshop provides makers...
Lab Overview
The Mechanical Workshop within our Makerspace is the beating heart of innovation, where ideas are transformed into tangible creations. Equipped with state-of-the-art machinery and tools, this workshop provides makers with the resources they need to bring their mechanical designs to life.
From prototyping to fabrication, the Mechanical Workshop offers a diverse range of capabilities to suit various projects and requirements. Whether it’s crafting intricate mechanical components or constructing robust structures, makers have access to the necessary equipment and expertise to turn their visions into reality.
Our skilled staff members are on hand to offer guidance and support throughout the fabrication process, helping makers refine their designs and troubleshoot any challenges they may encounter. Additionally, the workshop fosters a collaborative environment where makers can exchange ideas, share knowledge, and learn from one another’s experiences.
With its emphasis on hands-on experimentation and innovation, the Mechanical Workshop empowers makers to explore new possibilities and push the boundaries of what’s possible in the realm of mechanical engineering. Whether you’re a seasoned engineer or a novice enthusiast, the workshop welcomes individuals of all skill levels to unleash their creativity and make their mark on the world of mechanical design.
What you get
Lab Equipment
The SIP 6457 is a workshop air compressor (3 hp class) feeding pneumatic tools, blow guns and spray equipment in the Mechanical Workshop. It is a standard utility…
The Sealey CV200E is a heavy-duty 200 mm (8 in) engineer-style bench vice with a 360° swivel base, replaceable hardened steel jaws and a built-in pipe-jaw section. A…
The Boxin BXD-800 is a single-shaft industrial plastic shredder used to reduce post-consumer / post-industrial plastics into flakes for recycling and reprocessing into pellets or new parts.Typical use:…
The Drill Doctor DD500X resharpens twist drill bits from 3/32 to 1/2 in (2.5 - 13 mm), including split-point and standard-point geometries, restoring used bits to like-new cutting…
Lab Equipment
Tools available in this facility. Request access through Contact - online booking is Phase 2.
The SIP 6457 is a workshop air compressor (3 hp class) feeding pneumatic tools, blow guns and spray equipment in the Mechanical Workshop. It is a standard utility…
The Sealey CV200E is a heavy-duty 200 mm (8 in) engineer-style bench vice with a 360° swivel base, replaceable hardened steel jaws and a built-in pipe-jaw section. A…
The Boxin BXD-800 is a single-shaft industrial plastic shredder used to reduce post-consumer / post-industrial plastics into flakes for recycling and reprocessing into pellets or new parts.Typical use:…
The Drill Doctor DD500X resharpens twist drill bits from 3/32 to 1/2 in (2.5 - 13 mm), including split-point and standard-point geometries, restoring used bits to like-new cutting…
The DeWalt DWP849X is a 7 in / 9 in variable-speed rotary polisher / sander with a soft-start and electronic speed control (0 - 600 / 0 -…
The DeWALT DW758 is an 8 in heavy-duty bench grinder powered by a 3/4 hp induction motor (3,600 RPM). Used for sharpening tooling, deburring and stock removal at…
The Dremel 8220 is a 12 V cordless rotary tool with variable speed (5,000 - 35,000 RPM) and the standard Dremel ecosystem of cutting, grinding, sanding, polishing and…
The NAKAO TR72020 is a precision mechanical dial indicator (dial gauge) used with a magnetic base or stand for thousandth-of-a-mm measurements on the bench - run-out, parallelism, surface…
The DeWALT DCD771C2 is a 20 V Max compact cordless drill / driver with a 13 mm chuck, two-speed gearbox and 16-stage clutch. Light, balanced and rugged for…
The JET J-2500 is a 15 in floor-standing step-pulley drill press with a heavy cast-iron column, large worktable, and 16 spindle speeds. A workshop staple for accurate hole…
The Makita LC1230 is a 12 in (305 mm) cold-cutting metal chop saw with a 1500 W motor and carbide-tipped blade. It produces cooler, burr-free cuts compared to…
The Makita GA9020 is a 9 in (230 mm) corded angle grinder rated at 2,200 W with labyrinth construction to keep dust and debris out of the motor.…
The Makita DGA454 is an 18 V brushless 115 mm (4-1/2 in) cordless angle grinder with electric brake and active feedback sensing. Ideal for cutting and grinding metal…
The ESAB Rebel EMP 205ic is a portable multi-process inverter welder supporting MIG/MAG, Flux-Cored, Stick (MMA), DC TIG and DC TIG Pulse, with a TFT display and sMIG…
The Lincoln Electric Torchmate 4800 is a 4 x 8 ft CNC plasma cutting table with a downdraft water table and a Lincoln plasma power source. It cuts…
The Tormach 1100M is a 3-axis CNC vertical knee mill running PathPilot, with a R8 spindle, ball-screw axes, and rigid cast-iron base. As the "Starter" package it ships…
The Sealey AP535 is a 5-drawer top tool chest with ball-bearing slides and a heavy-gauge steel housing. It centralises hand tools and consumables on the workshop floor.Typical use:…
The Silverline 563709 is a 150 mm (6 in) twin-wheel bench grinder with 250 W motor, parallel tool rests and an eye-shield. A bench staple for sharpening, cleaning…
Software
Software tools for this facility are introduced during orientation and training sessions.
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Rules & Safety
- Complete the lab orientation before your first session.
- Wear required PPE for the equipment you operate.
- Book equipment time in advance via the lab calendar.
- Clean your station and return tools to their dock.
- Report incidents or damaged equipment to a lab steward.