The Porter Hall Machine Room
Policies

3D Lab & Policy

What is the 3DLab?

Simply put the 3DLab is a set of dedicated spaces for the School of Design to engage with materials and processes. 

It is not a shop or a makerspace, it is a campus Lab.  

EH&S training is required for access for all activities other than: spray booth access, picking up 3Dprints, and pickup/drop of laser cut materials.

    • 3DLab has 7 total printers. 5 in PHA27 and 2 in Reese.  
    • All uploaded prints files must have a course# In the name  All prints will be charged to student and professor accounts at the end of the year.  
    • 3DLab staff are not responsible for slicing student files.
    • Read the 3D Printing Guide.
    • Only trained staff may operate the laser cutter.
    • Work/Study staff are available to perform cuts.  Students must supply their own material.
      24 hour turnaround
    • The spray booth is open to all SOD members. This is a safe place for the use of hazardous chemicals with VOC’s such as spray paint or Super77.  If you are not a 3DLab member please ring the doorbell someone will let you in.
    • Adjacent to the spray booth is a small room for resin and silicone casting. Use of this casting room is by permission of lab staff on a case by case basis and requires EH&S training.

  • Access to the general assembly area requires basic online EH&S training.

    In it you will find:

    • The 3DLab has large reservable bins for storage of material and ongoing projects. 
    • They have an internal capacity of 28.7 x 20.8 x 18.8” 
    • We have a total of 85 available bins.
    • They are reserved by SOD professors for their students for the length of their projects
    • 3DLab tools must not be stored in bins

  • The 3DLab has many hand tools available for use.  Tools must not leave the 3DLab and must be put back in the same place after use.

  • Additional EH&S training is required for student soldering bench access.

  • The 3DLab has 3 Permanent sewing stations and 3 additional machines in storage.  Students are responsible for providing their own materials. Access is covered under EH&S assembly room training.

    • Machine room tool use requires EH&S training as well as completion of 51-249,51-324/824 for students. 
    • Professors must complete EH&S training and may set up 1 on 1 training with lab staff in lieu of 51-249.
    • The machine room has a very limited occupancy limit.  8-12 students depending on activities.  
    • The machine room may be reserved for specific courses along with the reservable work tables.

The School of Design 3DLab is a special and unique space.  It presents unique hazards and unique learning opportunities.  These rules and standards exist to preserve your safety and the health of our culture. Violation of them can result in removal of 3DLab access.

    • Never work alone. A shop manager, monitor or partner must be present at all times.
    • Training and approval is required to operate any power equipment.
    • Appropriate personal protective equipment must be worn at all times. This includes safety glasses or goggles, gloves for sheet metal, and appropriate shoes and clothing.
    • All appropriate guards and shields must be secured and in place prior to operating.
    • Inspect equipment. If equipment does not appear to be operating normally, report the issue. Before beginning work:
      • Secure loose clothing.
      • Remove all jewelry before beginning work.
      • Secure long hair so it cannot come in contact with machinery. This includes beards.
    • Aisles, exits and access to emergency equipment must be kept clear.
    • Food and drinks are permitted in designated areas only.
    • Compressed air must not be used to clean skin or clothing.
    • Stop any person you see working unsafely if it is safe to do so. Report unsafe practices.
    • Shop managers and monitors have full authority to prohibit shop or tool access and/or use.
    • Do not distract others and concentrate on your task. Distractions are forbidden. 
    • Personal electronic devices such as music players, cell phones, earphones, etc., must not be used when working at any machine.  Loud music is prohibited.
    • Attend all running machines. Never leave a running machine unattended.
    • Never work impaired. You must be alert at all times.
    • Health, safety or other concerns? Notify the shop manager if you have health concerns that could impair or limit your ability to work safely (seizures, physical limitations, medication, lack of sleep, illness, etc.)
    • Obey and adhere to all additional local shop rules.
    • Report all injuries and accidents to the shop manager.
    • Lab activities are posted on the calendar. Check it frequently.  
    • Discuss your plans with 3DLab staff and your professor updating them frequently.
    • The 3DLab is for SOD coursework.  Work for courses outside the SOD or Student organizations is not permitted.
    • Clear your workspace when you are done.  
    • Do not leave your work out.
    • Return tools to their original place and materials/models to your bin. Returning tools is how we show care for each other.
    • Do not disturb others' projects.
    • The 3DLab does not stock materials aside from those ordered by your professor. If you need additional materials 3DLab staff may advise but will not acquire them for you.
    • The 3DLab is closed during prototyping courses. Closures are posted on the Lab calendar.
    • 3DLab staff are not responsible for planning your fabrication. They are responsible for checking your fabrication plan.
    • Involve your professor in your fabrication plans. 
    • Nothing you make should be a surprise to them.