capabilities
Storrs Lab is spread across six distinct areas focused on woodworking, metalworking, digital tooling , laser cutting, 3D printing and composites. The lab is staffed by two full-time employees and student technicians who work with users to ensure a safe working environment is maintained at all times. Capabilities range from small-scale modeling to full-scale prototyping and construction. Below is a brief list services offered:
Wood Construction
Metal Fabrication
Casting
Finishing
3D Printing
Laser Cutting
Vacuum Forming
CNC Routing
CNC Programming
3D Print Best Practices
1-on-1 Consultations
Fabrication Consultations
Skills Training
Course Collaboration
Research Collaboration
Design Review Critics
In-Class Lecture/Demo
Equipment
Storrs Lab benefits from resources ranging from the simplest of hand tools to the most cutting edge of industrial machinery, all within close proximity to each other. Each tool is tagged with the level of training required for use. Below is an outline of all resources available in Storrs Lab based upon training levels and lab locations.
T1 Analog
Wood Lab
Bandsaws
Scroll Saw
Drill Press
Belt Sander
Disc Sander
Jigsaws
Oribital Sanders
Power Drills
Hand Tools
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Metal Lab
Bandsaws
Bench Grinder
Vertical Sanders
Sheet Metal Shear
Sheet Metal Roller
T1 Digital
Laser Lab
60W Laser Cutters
100W Laser Cutter
150W Laser Cutter
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3D Printing Lab
Makerbot Replicator 5
T2 Advanced
Wood Lab
Miter Saws
Jointers
SawStop Tablesaw
Planers
Timesaver Belt Sander
Table Router
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Metal Lab
Wet Saw
Horizontal Band Saw
Sheet Metal Brake
Angle Grinders
Drill Press
T2 Expert
Wood Lab
Hand-held Routers
Mortiser
Multi-router
ONEWAY Lathe
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Metal Lab
MIG Welders
TIG Welder
Spot Welder
Plasma Cutters
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Digital Lab
AXYZ CNC Router
Vacuum Formers
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3D Printing Lab
Sindoh 3DWox