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==General Maker Hub Knowledge==

==General Maker Hub Knowledge==

The 3 main processes include milling, turning, and drilling.   

The 3 main processes include milling, turning, and drilling.   

Each machine has its own special purpose and benefits.  The drill press will produce holes quickly but normally has less precision than using a milling machine.  The lathe is normally used for making round parts and drilling.  The metal laser is good for making fast precise cuts in sheet metal. The waterjet can cut steel up to 1" thick but it takes a long time to cut thick materials. The finger brake allows you to make bends in sheet metal.  The shear is good for cutting straight lines in thin sheet metal or making smaller pieces.   

Each machine has its own special purpose and benefits.  The drill press will produce holes quickly but normally has less precision than using a milling machine.  The lathe is normally used for making round parts and drilling.  The metal laser is good for making fast precise cuts in sheet metal. The waterjet can cut steel up to 1" thick but it takes a long time to cut thick materials. The finger brake allows you to make bends in sheet metal.  The shear is good for cutting straight lines in thin sheet metal or making smaller pieces.   

   

   

Here are a few good steps to being successful in the Machine Shop.   

Here are a few good steps to being successful in the Maker Hub.   

* Make sure your workpiece is held securely before making cuts.  

* Do not prop open doors.  

* Metal can be hot and sharp so always be careful when picking up material pieces.  

* Some of the equipment used in the Maker Hub can get very hot. Please make sure this equipment is shut off before leaving. 

* Make sure you you have been properly trained before attempting to use a machine.

* Make sure you you have been properly trained before attempting to use any of the machines or equipment.

* Keep hands away from moving parts on machines.

* Always ask if you have questions on how to do something.  

* Always ask if you have questions on how to do something.  

Here are a couple things to keep in mind:

Here are a couple things to keep in mind:

* Material can be very hot after machining.

* Some of the machines get very hot so don't assume a machine is cold when you touch it.

* Machining can produce very sharp edges.

* There are hand tools located on the wall. Do not remove these from the Maker Hub without permission.

* Never try to operate machinery when you are tired.

* Make sure to contact the technician prior to leaving any projects in the Maker Hub.

* Never work in the shop with loose clothing or items that could get pulled into a machine.

== Foxtale Certification ==

== Foxtale Certification ==