Manufacturer:
Formech
Quantity:
1
Location:
Main Floor Prototyping Area
Category:
Plastics
Operational
Overview
Manually operated line-bending machine capable of producing high quality bends in plastic sheet from standard materials up to 500mm wide. Material must first be heated.
Technical Details
Power: 3000 Watts
Max Bending Width: 19.6"
Max Bending Thickness: 0.25"
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Access & Hazard Information
Standard AccessMembers are allowed to use this equipment. Access rules are defined by the equipment’s hazard class. Read the hazard class descriptions.
Hazard Class 3- Hazards: Minor injuries that can be resolved with first aid kit or ice pack, but potential for serious lacerations and minor amputations that require medical attention
- Power: Greater than 0.5 HP, greater than 10-amp, 120 VAC, greater than 24V DC
- Examples: Powerful portable tools and light industrial tools. 3D printers/processes with toxic/corrosive wash steps, CNC interlocked/enclosed mill, lathe, waterjet
- Access Requirements: Members must attend a training session and pass written and hands-on exams. Improper use will be punished with a verbal warning, a note in the members file, mandatory retraining, and potiential loss of access to the space.
- Supervision Requirements: The Makerspace must be open and a makerspace staff member must approve use of the equipment each time it is used. Staff may deny access or place additional restrictions on the use of this equipment on a per-use or per-person basis.