SERVICES PROVIDED:

Six full-time machinists experienced in working with metals, plastics, ceramics, and other materials in a research environment are ready to provide you with efficient and quality service. They use CNC Bridgeports and Lathes for milling and turning. Welding services are provided on aluminum, stainless steel, sheet metal and other metals and according to high vacuum specifications. Cutting, bending and machining of sheet metal parts are available.

The coordinator can assist you with estimating, scheduling, and interfacing with outside machine and specialty shops. The coordinator orders stock necessary for large projects and can provide some drafting and design assistance for cost effective completion of projects. The coordinator's services are provided free to users.

STOCK ROOM:

A stock clerk will assist customers with supplies and stockroom requests. The inventory includes commonly used metals, hardware supplies and tooling. These items are available for loan to authorized students, staff and faculty.