SAFETY AND BASIC USE CLASSES

​For your safety, the safety of those around you, the safety of the space and to make sure you are successful and have fun making things, most of the tools in the Robot Garden workshop require a safety and basic use (aka SBU class) to use. We try to offer each class at least once a month so you don’t have to wait too long to get started. Please check our Meetup page to see when the next classes are scheduled.

SBU registration is free for members (material fees still apply) and are at a nominal cost for non-members.

Take a look at our list of equipment and SBU's.

⇓ Laser Cutter

​Learn to use Robot Garden’s 120W CO2 laser cutter / engraver. We will cover basic shop safety, but not general tool use (which is covered in a separate SBU), and the safety, operation, and emergency procedures that you will need to know in operating our FullSpectrum 36″x24″ 120W CO2 laser. After taking this course, you’ll be checked off to use the laser for your projects.​ ​Ask your question on the slack/robotgarden/fab-sig channel.


⇓ Dyna Myte

Learn to use Robot Garden’s Smithy manual mill then progress to RG's Dyna Myte 2400/Buildbotics CNC Mill (6" cut envelope).  Which includes all of the hardware and software you need to take your 3D file and make a part.  After taking this course, you’ll be checked off to use the Smithy & Dyna Myte for your projects. Ask your question on the slack/robotgarden/fab-sig channel.

⇓ CNCPro 4848

​Learn to use Robot Garden’s ProCNC 4848 4’x4′ router safely. Currently undergoing an upgrade to a 48" x 96" upgrade. Ask your question on the slack/robotgarden/fab-sig channel.

⇓ 3D Printing

​There are two 3D printers available for your use. The Lulzbot Taz5 (12" print envelope) and the Lulzbot Taz Mini (6" print envelope). We maintain a wide selection of filament materials and colors from which members may print. Ask your question on the slack/robotgarden/fab-sig channel.