Metals Shop
National 48” Brake
Bends sheets of metal to create clean angles and folds. Sample uses: metal boxes, trays, brackets, flashing, signs and decorative pieces.
Slip Roller
Rolls flat sheet metal into curves and rounded shapes. Sample uses: cylinders, curved panels, planters, fire pit components and decorative metalwork.
Horizontal Bandsaw
Cuts metal bars, tubing and pipe to length. Sample uses: cutting pieces for furniture frames, railings, repair projects or welded projects.
Vertical Bandsaw
Makes straight or curved cuts to shape metal pieces. Sample uses: brackets, decorative shapes, custom parts and prototypes.
Drill Press
Drills accurate, consistent holes. Sample uses: bolt holes in brackets, hardware installation, signs and fabricated parts.
Downdraft Table
Captures dust, fumes and particles generated during metalworking, grinding and sanding. Sample uses: cleaning up welded projects, smoothing metal pieces and preparing surfaces for finishing.
Welding Booths
Dedicated spaces for joining metal pieces through welding. Sample uses: furniture, garden décor, repairs, frames, signs, shelving and custom fabrication.
Belt & Disk Grinder
Shapes and smooths metal and removes rough edges. Sample uses: cleaning up cut pieces, rounding corners, finishing welded projects and shaping parts.
Electrode Oven
Keeps welding rods dry and ready for use. Primarily supports quality welding rather than being a project-making tool itself.
Fiber Laser
Precisely cuts or marks compatible metal materials using a computer-controlled laser. Sample uses: personalized metal signs, nameplates, logos, ornaments, detailed artwork, custom parts and gifts.
CNC Plasma Table
Computer-controlled equipment that cuts shapes and designs from sheets of metal. Sample uses: address signs, wall art, business signage, farm signs, fire pit designs, brackets and custom parts.
Ironworker
Cuts, punches and notches heavier pieces of metal. Sample uses: brackets, frames, structural pieces, repair parts and fabrication projects.
Blasting Cabinet
Uses abrasive material to clean or prepare a metal surface. Sample uses: removing rust from old tools, cleaning automotive parts, stripping paint and preparing pieces for refinishing.
Wood Shop
Sliding Compound Miter Saw
Makes quick, accurate straight and angled cuts in boards. Sample uses: picture frames, shelves, furniture, trim, planter boxes and home projects.
Router Table
Shapes edges and cuts grooves or decorative details. Sample uses: signs, cabinet doors, shelves, cutting boards, trim and decorative woodworking.
Bandsaw
Cuts straight or curved shapes from wood. Sample uses: décor, toys, furniture pieces, signs and custom shapes.
SawStop Table Saw
Makes accurate straight cuts and includes technology designed to stop the blade if it contacts skin. Sample uses: furniture, cabinets, shelves, cutting boards and home improvement projects.
Jointer
Creates a flat face and straight edge on rough or uneven boards. Sample uses: preparing lumber for tables, benches, shelves, cabinets and other furniture.
Spindle Sander
Smooths curved edges and hard-to-reach areas. Sample uses: signs, toys, curved furniture pieces and decorative projects.
Disc Belt Sander
Shapes wood and smooths edges and surfaces. Sample uses: finishing shelves, furniture pieces, décor, toys and small woodworking projects.
Drill Press
Makes precise and repeatable holes. Sample uses: furniture assembly, hardware installation, wooden toys, jigs and decorative projects.
Planer
Makes boards smooth and a consistent thickness. Sample uses: preparing reclaimed or rough lumber for tables, shelves, benches and furniture.
Drum Sander
Smooths larger wood surfaces and creates an even finish. Sample uses: cutting boards, tabletops, cabinet pieces and glued-up wood panels.
Safety Speed Panel Saw
Safely cuts large sheets such as plywood into smaller pieces. Sample uses: cabinets, shelving, furniture, signs and larger home projects.
CNC Router
Uses a computer-controlled cutting tool to cut and carve detailed designs. Sample uses: personalized signs, carved names and logos, wall décor, furniture pieces, templates and custom gifts.
Rapid Prototyping Lab
Bambu 3D Printers
Turn digital designs into physical plastic objects. Sample uses: replacement knobs and clips, organizers, phone stands, toys, models, prototypes, holiday decorations, custom gifts and parts that are difficult to buy.
Epilog Laser Engravers
Engrave detailed designs or cut compatible materials such as wood and acrylic. Sample uses: personalized tumblers, cutting boards, ornaments, signs, awards, nameplates, wedding décor, gifts and business products.
Vinyl Printer and Cutter
Prints and cuts custom vinyl graphics. Sample uses: stickers, decals, window graphics, labels, signs and custom branding.
Soldering Station
Connects wires and small electronic components. Sample uses: electronics repairs, LED projects, simple circuits, prototypes and custom electronic projects.
