Perkins&Will Vancouver | Model Shop Handbook

Model Shop Handbook

Updated July 2020

Find helpful safety tips located in the red boxes throughout the handbook!

Contents Introduction 5 Shop Rules

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Laser Cutting

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3D Printing

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Tools and Equipment

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Table Saw 32 Band Saw

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Disc Sanders

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Circular Saw

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Jig Saw

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Power Hand Drill

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Hand Sanders

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Hand Tools

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Additional Resources

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Introduction to the Model Shop

Left page: GNW Lot 7, Vancouver

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Above: Westbank Frye Seattle

Perkins and Will wants all employees using the model shop to develop a good attitude toward safety. This means that you are willing to give time and attention to learning the safest way to perform your work. It means that you will be certain to work carefully and follow the rules – even when no one is watching you.

An important part of your experience in woodworking will be learning to follow practices and procedures that will prevent injuries to YOURSELF and OTHERS. Carefully study the safety rules which follow.

If you follow the rules and directions carefully, many of them will soon become safety habits that you will perform almost automatically.

Please note that experience in a wood shop does not equal good safety awareness.

Most accidents occur not to beginners but from experienced workers that feel more comfortable in the shop and therefore become more casual in their approach to safety guidelines.

Above: Great Northern Way, Lot 7, Vancouver Left page: VIPS, Richmond

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Handling Materials in the Model Shop Hazard Communication All staff that may come in to contact with hazardous chemicals in the shop shall be informed about potential hazards and trained in safe handling methods.

Carrying Tools Keep sharp-edged and pointed tools turned down. Do not swing or raise your arms over your head while carrying tools. Carry only a few tools at one time, unless they are in a special holder. Do not carry sharp tools in the pocket of your clothes.

Labeling Chemical containers shall be labeled with the full chemical name, appropriate safety information and a warning sign.

The firm uses MSDS website that covers MSDS’s for more than 90% of the chemicals found in the model shop.

This resource relieves the organization of the responsibility of maintaining paper copies of MSDSs. However, you should continue to request MSDSs from vendors for specialty chemicals. Please refer to the following website for more information: http://ccinfoweb.ccohs.ca/ msds/search.html Inspections are also required whenever new substances, processes, procedures, or equipment which present new or different health and safety hazards are introduced into the workplace. Unsafe conditions which cannot be corrected shall be reported to the next higher level of management. Any supervisor who becomes aware of a serious concealed danger to the health and safety of individuals shall report this danger promptly to the Managing Director and to all who may be affected.

Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) The Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) is a detailed information bulletin prepared by the manufacturer or importer of a chemical that describes the physical and chemical properties, physical and health hazards, routes of exposure, precautions for safe handling and use, emergency and first-aid procedures, and control measures.

Information on an MSDS aids in the selection of safe products and helps prepare employers and employees to respond effectively to daily exposure situations as well as to emergency situations.

Right: Resin 3D printed figures Left page: U of C, Calgary

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Training Operations, the shop manager and supervisors are responsible for informing and providing training to employees about hazards in their work areas.

Chemical Storage All chemicals shall be stored in accordance with municipal, provincial and federal chemical storage permit regulations. Specific requirements include proper labeling, secondary containment, segregation of incompatible materials, and security of materials.

Other requirements may apply.

BOSA Brightside, Surrey

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Shop Rules

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Rules of the Model Shop

1. When working in the

Model Shop you must be alert and well rested. If you take any medication which can make you drowsy, do not come to the shop.

2. You are required to wear

approved eye protection at all times when working with all hand and power tools.

Most prescription eyeglasses meet safety requirements, but do not provide complete protection and safety glasses can be worn over prescription frames. Please use the provided safety glasses. Sunglasses are not approved eye protection.

3. Wear appropriate ear protection when needed.

Ear protection is available by the First Aid Station.

4. When working with

toxic fumes (foam cutter, spray paint, saw dust) wear the appropriately rated face masks.

5. Dress appropriately for the area in which you are working. Closed toe shoes must always be worn in the shop.

6. Dress properly for your

work. Remove all loose jewelry, coats and jackets, and roll up loose sleeves.

12. We are here to help

you create and construct projects in the safest environment possible. Please help us by reporting any unsafe actions or situations.

7. No music headphones,

such as Air Pods, are allowed while using power tools in the shop.

13. Always have hair

8. Food and drink are not

safely tied back to avoid entanglement with moving parts and possible injury to operator. Long hair should be tied back away from face and not allowed to “fall” into your work.

allowed in the shop. Closed bottles are permitted.

9. Absolutely no horseplay, clowning around, or any other non-productive activity is allowed.

14. The shop is not an ap-

propriate place for visitors.

People that do not have any official reason to be in the shop should stay out unless specifically invited. A MAXIMUM of 2 people should be in the wood shop at any one time.

10. When working with

unfamiliar or new tools always ask for assistance.

Do not guess. Some areas (such as laser cutting) require special training. You may not work in these areas without proper training.

Training will be scheduled where appropriate.

15. Tools may NOT be

removed from the Model Shop, unless authorized by the Shop Manager.

11. Safety begins with

awareness and thought. Always think of what you want to do, how you are going to do it and ask yourself is this the safest way.

Cleanliness — Keep your hands clean and free of oil or grease. You will work better and more safely. In addition, the tools and your project will stay in good condition.

Keep the machines clean. Remove all tools, lumber, and unnecessary materials. Objects left on the machine can vibrate into revolving cutters. They can then be thrown from the machine with great force.

Always take the time to clean up your scraps and debris. Persons found leaving a mess will be required to return to the shop and prepare it for the next user. If any liquid is spilled on the floor, it must be cleaned up immediately.

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Overconfidence leads to carelessness, and carelessness causes accidents. When in doubt, don’t do it.

Confidence — As you learn to operate a machine, you will gain confidence. Do not become too confident.

Overconfidence leads to carelessness, and carelessness causes accidents. This does not mean you should be afraid of machinery; however a safe attitude is one of respect for what machines can do.

Consideration — Be thoughtful and helpful toward other staff in the shop. Be sure that the work you are doing does not endanger someone else. Caution other staff if they are violating any of the safety rules.

Left: Bellevue, West Vancouver Top Left page: VIPS, Richmond

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526 Granville Street, Vancouver

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You will be required to wear approved eye protection at all times while working in the Model Shop. The wearing of contact lenses is discouraged due to high levels of dust.

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Dress appropriately. Roll up long sleeves tightly above the elbows. Do not wear gloves in the wood shop.

Loose clothing and jewelry is dangerous because it may become entangled in moving parts and pull the operator into the machinery. Long hair must be securely tied back.

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Before using any equipment make certain all safety guards are in place and any adjustments are made before you power them on. If you are not familiar with the equipment get the shop manager to help.

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If applicable to the equipment used, ensure that the dust collection system is ON and the extraction gate is open.

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Only people authorized to use power tools are permitted to operate the equipment.

Debris must be prevented from accumulating in the path of travel and around the base of the machinery. Keep all aisles clear. Keep floors, benches, and machines clean.

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Always sweep scraps from your wok area with a brush or a piece of scrap rather than using your hands.

Sharp or jagged particles may injure your hands.

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Pieces of wood with nails, loose knots, wet glue or paint are not allowed on any of the shop equipment.

Treated lumber requires special handling and is generally not allowed.

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All injuries, even if slight must be reported to the shop manager

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Disconnect the power when changing cutting tools; make sure the tool is OFF at its power source.

Broken or dull equipment should be reported to the shop manager first, or else the Operations Director. The equipment is not be used until it has been checked over and/or repaired.

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Never leave a machine while it is running.

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Do not distract or interfere with a person operating a power tool. They may be injured as a result.

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When using grounded equipment use a three-prong, three-wire extension cord.

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Do not make any adjustments or clean up while the equipment is running.

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Always watch what you are doing. Do not carry on conversations or look around while operating the equipment.

Keep all electrical cords out of the way of moving parts. They can get stuck in a tool and cause electrocution.

Always measure and check the angle of your cuts. Do not rely on the machines to be adjusted correctly.

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Always carry sharp pointed tools pointed down and away from you and others. Be sure to carry long material such as molding or dowels in a vertical position. Always take care to warn others when carrying long stock.

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All lumber must be stored properly, so as not to fall or be left on the floor for others to trip over. All lumber and wood must be kept in the wood storage bin or other designated storage areas.

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Label your wood or project with your name, date and contact information so we all know that it is not to be used. Wood that is left lying around without any identification will become the property of the Model Shop.

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Always check with the Shop Manager if you have any questions

Never touch any moving parts of the equipment with your hands or any body part.

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Do not use the machinery tables as a work or storage area. Machinery is to be kept clear of material when not in use.

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Always use the tool or machine for the job it was intended for – the proper tool for the proper job.

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Keep all guards in their proper position while operating the equipment.

When in doubt, don’t do it!

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Laser Cutting

Left page: Marcon Coquitlam

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Expose to the laser beam may cause ignition of combustible materials which can lead to a fire.

Never leave the device unattended... even for a second!

Adobe Illustrator Settings

LASER CUTTER.

Colour mode: RGB

Rhino Settings

This device is designed for laser cutting and engraving. Materials must fit completely within the laser bed area for proper operation.

The bed size in our laser cutter is 12” by 24”. The maximum depth for material cannot exceed 2.5”.

When using Rhino,

Procedure:

colours are already RGB. Line

1. You may need to check your beam

Stroke: 0.001

weights will need to be set to .001

alignment. Doing so will often help ensure that objects are cut and/or etched as prescribed by the settings.

Please ask for assistance!

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Laser Bed Size 12” x 24”

Loading and positioning the material: Position your material in the upper left corner of the bed, against the rulers.

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Using a vector based software, such as Adobe Illustrator, open your graphic file. You must ensure that your file is set to RGB colour mode, and that all line weights are set to 0.001 point.

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Printing to the Laser System: Verify that the Universal Control Panel (UCP) is running in the taskbar.

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Print Dialog Box

Setup Dialog Box

Procedure: You can assign line colour (RGB) to your drawing and the laser will cut/ etch each colour in a specific order.

This often helps when you want inside cuts and/or etching to be done before a final outside perimeter cut loosens your piece.

1. When you are ready to print the job, select Print from the File menu to open the Print Dialog Box. Make sure that your laser system printer driver, VLS3.50 appears in the Printer drop down list, then click Setup to open the Setup Dialog Box and from there click Preferences. The Universal Control Panel will open to display your Laser Settings for VLS3.50.

Raster (etching) will always start before vector (line) cutting.

Here is the typical order we like to use in the model shop: Black (reference lines only - no score or cut) Magenta (Raster Text) Red (Score) Green (Inside cuts) Blue (Outside perimeter cuts) Cyan (Light score) Orange Yellow (not used, difficult to see line on screen)

Be sure to turn ON the BOFA exhaust unit before starting the laser cutter.

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UCP Laser Settings for VLS3.50

2. For each colour: Black, Red, Green, etc. select the desirable Mode, Power and Speed (based on the material).

Always click the gray Set button after making any changes to each colour.

You can measure the thickness of your material using a Digital Vernier Caliper for the Z-Axis. This is especially helpful when doing multiple passes.

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3. Select Apply, then OK when done.

4. Be sure to turn ON the exhaust and laser system if not already on.

Turn on the BOFA Filter situated below the laser cutter. You will not need to adjust any settings for this filter. Please make sure you turn off the filter when you’ve finished cutting.

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FILE

POWER PRINT PAUSE / PRINT FROM PAUSE

HOME X/Y POSITION

MOVE OBJECT(S) VECTOR / RASTERIZED OBJECTS

UCP LASER SETTINGS

UCP Control Panel for VLS3.50

5. Press the green START button on the UCP or laser cutter device to begin the laser processing.

6. When completed, wait a few seconds before opening the top door to allow any remaining fumes that are left from laser processing to evacuate through the exhaust system.

Do not leave the Laser Cutter unattended during its operation.

Additional orientation must be obtained beforehand to operate the Laser Cutter - please consult the Model Shop Manager.

Left page: Vancouver/Burnaby pursuit

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526 Granville Street, Vancouver

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3D Printing

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Stratasys F270 Printer Always allow the prints to cool down before removing them from the printer.

Training is required to use the F270 Printer.

The Stratasys F270 printer makes solid, three-dimensional objects out of melted ABS Filament. Your 3D design files are translated into instructions for the 3D printer and sent to the machine using GrabCAD software.

The 3D printer heats the ABS Filament and squeezes it out through a nozzle to make a solid object layer by layer.

This method is called Fused Filament Fabrication [FFF]. Please see Shop Manger to review print times and costs.

- 10”Dx12”Wx12”H build plate - Two extruders (material+support) - Heated chamber - Prints ABS with soluble support - Very reliable - Uses GrabCad print software only

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Troubleshooting 3D Print files from Rhino The following list is not in a particular order for troubleshooting a Rhino file.

3D Rhino models are not all the same and drawn differently by project teams. Sometimes the model repair is easy, sometimes it is not.

We will not see errors until we bring the file into GrabCAD. Look closely where the file is corrupt and/or missing and pin point that area first. The approach that is often needed is using trial and error.

• Explode all blocks • Ungroup elements • Boolean elements • Explode elements and re-join • Rebuild model. Extrude new surfaces • Make sure it is a closed polysurface • Scale model • Set model to 0,0,0 using move command • Keep 1:1 scale and scale model within GrabCAD • Isolate buildings and print separately • Unlock all layers • Delete un-wanted layers and elements • Use zoom extents to check off screen elements • Elements off screen cause false geometries • All elements should be printable within layer thickness

If in doubt ... contact the project team.

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900 Granville Street, Vancouver

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Tools and Equipment

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Tools and Equipment of the Model Shop

The following is a brief list of tools and some of their uses in the Model Shop.

This is intended as an introduction to some of the tools you will need to work on assigned projects. If you have little or no experience using the tools or are unclear how to accomplish the results wanted, please consult with the Shop Manager or Director of Operations. We are here for you.

Right: Century Plaza Heritage, Vancouver

Please read the manual for the specific tool you are about to use.All tool and shop equipment manuals are located in a binder labeled ‘Manuals’.

Left page: Bellevue, West Vancouver

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Table Saw Near the blade are two safety features: a splitter or riving knife, which is behind the blade and in line with it; and a guard, which is the plastic hood over the blade. The splitter serves to prevent the material from coming away from the fence and it stops material from squeezing the blade helping prevent kick-back. The blade guard prevents users from coming into contact with the spinning blade and also keeps material against the table.

Never try to cut wood that is badly warped or on which the edge running against the fence is not straight. In the case of cutting rough sawn or warped solid wood, planing and jointing should be performed before using the table saw. Use only clean, untreated new wood that is free of nails and staples.

Do not use wood that has paint, foil or any type of coating.

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Ripping.

Ripping is the process of cutting in the longer dimension of the material. With solid wood and plywood it usually means cutting parallel to or along the grain. This is one of the most common uses of the table saw and the machine is fitted with a rip fence for this purpose. The fence can be locked into position parallel to the blade. The distance between the fence and the blade is read under the hairline window to the right of the fence. (This hairline may need to be reset if the blade has been changed). Gentle downward pressure on the lever locks the blade in position.

It is a good idea to check the measure between the blade and fence with a tape measure and make a trial cut to ensure that the distance is accurate.

For any cut less than 6” wide a push stick will be used to push the material past the blade. For cuts less than about 1 1/2” wide the blade guard will need to be taken out of the way and the riving knife used.

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Set fence to desired measurement.

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If needed ensure a push stick is near your right hand but not in the way of the cutting.

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Adjust the blade to 1/4” to 1/2” above the material and ensure the blade can turn freely.

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Ensure exhaust system is ON and running.

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Turn table saw ON.

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Stand behind the material and to the left facing 1 o’clock. If the material is longer than about 4 feet stand closer to the machine with the material extending past your right side.

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Place material on the front of the table.

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Use your left hand to hold the material down and against the fence and your right hand to advance the material towards the blade.

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Once cutting has begun, ensure that the material never comes away from the fence, and that it is running flat on the table.

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Never let go of the material once cutting is under way. If work binds or starts to jump or chatter, it is a sign that you are not controlling the material.

Letting go may cause it to kick-back and come flying toward you. In this case hold the work as securely as you can and use a free knee to press the OFF button of the switch. If this is not possible call for someone else to shut the machine off.

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For cuts more than 6 inches wide: Once the left hand comes into the vicinity of the insert plate around the blade remove it and continue pushing with the right hand past the blade until the material is completely clear of the blade.

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For cuts less than 6 inches wide: Once the back end of the board has moved onto the table, hold material securely with your left hand while picking up the push-stick with your right hand. Use it to continue pushing the material through the blade. As the left hand approaches the insert remove it from the material and use the push stick to push the material until completely clear of the blade.

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For cuts less than 3/4” wide: The blade will cut through the push-stick as the back of the board goes through it. This is fine. Make sure the blade extends only 1/4” above the material to reduce its cutting into the push-stick.

If the push stick has been used several times before at different fence settings it can become quite degraded. If this is the case, recycle it away and get a new push-stick.

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In every case remove cut pieces by walking around to the side or back of the machine. Do not reach across the blade.

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When finished with a setting, turn off the machine before resetting.

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When finished with the machine trn it OFF and clean off the machine and surrounding floor of debris and shavings.

A l wa ys c h e c k w i t h t h e Shop Manager if you have any questions.

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Cross Cutting Cross cutting involves cutting across the shorter dimension of your material.

This is done using the miter fence or a sled, both of which slide on rails which fit into the grooves which run front to back across the table of the saw. The miter fence is essentially a short fence attached to a single rail. It can be swiveled to 45° in either direction. To obtain a cleaner cut and to more easily cut to a mark, a long straight piece of wood may be screwed to the front surface to create a fence that the blade can cut into. The resulting saw kerf is used to line up cuts.

Sleds are auxiliary tables with a fence attached that slide past the blade on one or two rails. Sleds are useful for cutting wider pieces of material since the extra table supports the material.

We have a shop-built sled that is usually confined to 90° cuts, although it can be altered to cut in a variety of ways.

Procedure: Never cross-cut a member if the long dimension is more than 2 times the short dimension.

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Move the rip fence to the side.

Generally it’s not used for cross cutting.

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If you are using the sled, the blade guard or riving knife will need to be removed.

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Place miter fence or sled on table and ensure that the rails are sliding freely in the grooves.

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Place material against fence.

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Adjust blade to 1/4” above material.

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Turn machine ON.

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Hold material securely against fence while pushing miter fence or sled past the blade. Make sure your hands are away from where the blade will cut.

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Never let go of material once cutting is under way.

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When blade has cleared material, slide material sideways away from path of blade. If this is not practical turn machine off and walk around to remove material.

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Pull back miter fence or sled.

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Repeat as necessary. When finished, turn OFF saw, remove miter fence or sled.

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Clean the saw table and floor of debris and shavings.

Never cross cut material if the long dimension is more than two times the short dimension.

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SFU Lorne Davies, Burnaby

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Band Saw A band saw gets its name from its blade, consisting of a narrow band of toothed metal with the ends welded together to form a loop. This band rides on two wheels in the same vertical plane with a space between them. It is a saw that can be used for woodworking, metalworking and a variety of other materials.

Band saws are particularly useful for cutting irregular and curvilinear shapes. The radius of a curve that can be cut on a particular saw is determined by the width of the band.

Bands saws are also capable of cutting thick wood, up to 12”, and can be used to cut boards thinner. This is called resawing and most band saws can be used for this purpose.

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Keep table clear of all material not being cut.

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Always keep the blade guard in place and upper and lower doors covering the blade pulleys closed at all times during operation.

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The blade guide should be set 1/4” above the stock to be cut. The blade guide is the only adjustment you should make on this tool.

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If the blade breaks, step away and turn OFF the power. Do not open the blade cover doors. Call the Shop Manager immediately.

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Hold cutting stock in such a way as to never have any of your fingers directly in line with the blade.

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The stock should be fed into the blade at a moderate rate of speed and pressure. There should be little resistance and no unusual noises made if you are using the correct feed rate.

Always know where all of your fingers are when operating the band saw.

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Always know where all of your fingers are when operating the band saw.

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Use a push stick to clear material away from the blade when the band saw is in operation.

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Plan procedures so that there is the greatest amount of forward cuts and the least amount of backing out necessary.

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On long cuts (over 4”), if it becomes necessary to back out from a cut, stop the machine and allow the blade to come to a complete stop before backing out the cutting material from the blade.

11. For small or intricate curves, relief cuts should be used to avoid having the blade twist or bind excessively and possibly cause breakage of the blade.

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Have someone help support long material being cut on the band saw.

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The band saw’s cutting speed and bldes used are capable of cutting the following materials: solid wood, plywood, particleboard, and masonite.

It is not suited for cutting metal or glass, or any other material harder than the blade. Material that would be burned by the high rotational speed of the blade is also not suitable.

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Clean the band saw table and the surrounding floor of debris and shavings.

Disc Sanders Our model shop has two disc sanders.

The small disc sander has a table that can be tilted and a miter fence slot to hold stock at the desired angle. Never use the sander without resting your material on the table or work stop area.

The sander removes material rapidly so it is important to keep fingers clear of the moving surfaces.

The larger disc sander has a stationary table. Wood jigs are used to control the sanding angle.

The large sanding disc can be used in two directions, clockwise and counter clockwise. Please ask the Shop Manager the proper use for your specific task. Improper use will lead to a serious injury!

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Make sure the disc is properly attached and aligned before using the machine. If the disc is out of alignment, ask the shop manager for assistance.

Do not adjust anything except for the table tilt adjustment knobs.

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The table and work stop should be adjusted so that there is a maximum clearance between them and the sanding disc of no more than 1/8 inch.

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Only use the side of the disc sander rotating downward into the table.

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Always keep material away from the disc when it is first turned on and is accelerating to speed.

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Only one person is to use the sander at any one time.

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Keep fingers as far away from the sanding surfaces as possible.

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Keep a firm grip on the materials so that they do not get away from you.

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Only large, flat surfaces and edges may be sanded on the belt sander.

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Move the work piece back and forth along the downward side of the disc; this prevents your work from burning or causing excessive build-up of sawdust on the sanding surfaces.

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If sanding at an angle (not horizontal) tilt the sanding table down (never up) so that you avoid jamming the work piece (or your fingers) between the table and sanding disc.

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The sander is for sanding “clean” wood only. Do not sand particleboard, rubber products, “bricks”, or any other material which will clog the sanding surface or machine. You will be dismissed from the wood shop for the misuse of the sander.

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Clean the disc sander table and floor of debris and shavings.

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Very small or irregular shaped pieces should not be sanded on the disc sander.

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Always hold wood against the fence when using the sanding disc.

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Too much pressure puts excessive load on the motor; you can hear it slow down. Do not excessively load the motor.

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Never use the disc sander without resting your material on the table.

Circular Saw The hand circular saw, often called a Skill Saw, is a common construction tool and one of the most common tools to have in the shop.

The circular saw is used for cutting dimension lumber, such as that used in framing structures. It is also ideal to cut plywood sheets when it may be too difficult to cut on a table saw.

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Always check that the blade is securely mounted, clean and sharp. For fine cuts or certain material you may need to have the blade changed. If in doubt, ask for assistance.

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Secure material so that it will not move or shift. The underside must be clear in the blade path. Never try to cut any material by holding it on your lap or in the air.

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Be sure that the blade guard is able to move freely. Never manipulate or alter the guard by tying it up or holding it in the up position.

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Power the saw only after you are in position to start cutting. Keep your eyes on the cut and as you push the saw forward the guard should move up. If you encounter any binding, sticking or resistance release the trigger to stop the saw then seek assistance. Never force the saw.

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Let the saw reach full speed before you begin your cut. If the blade is touching the material before you pull the trigger, the saw will kick back towards you.

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Always support the stock as you cut through to keep the wood from tearing or binding on the blade.

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Clean tool and your work area thoroughly and promptly.

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Jig Saw The Jig or Saber Saw is a powered hand saw with a narrow saber-like blade that moves in a reciprocating or up and down motion. The saber saw is often used for cutting curves and for scroll work. With the proper blade selection the saber saw can cut a wide range of materials from wood or plas-

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Check the blade for the material and type of cut. Be sure the blade is securely fastened in place and that the blade is sharp and undamaged.

tics to leather and metals.

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Plan your cuts. Make sure there is space under the stock that is clear for cutting. Watch for the cord. The jig saw is notorious for cutting cords.

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Give the tool your undivided attention. Keep a firm grip on the tool at all times and hold it firmly against the work. Always clamp your stock to the table. Never cut while holding stock on your lap.

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Keep your eyes on the cutting blade as you follow the line.

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Listen to the saw motor. If it bogs, stop immediately! The jig saw is speed adjustable; adjust its speed to suit your work.

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Keep a forward motion at all times.

Do not bend or twist the blade while cutting.

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Never over-extend your reach when cutting large material with the jig saw.

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Always support the material as you cut through to keep the wood from tearing or binding on the blade.

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Wait for the blade to stop before pulling it out of the stock.

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Clean tool and your work area thoroughly.

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Power Hand Drill The power hand drill is useful for boring holes and, if it is a variable speed drill, driving screws and bolts.

The bit is held in a chuck that can be tightened either by hand or with a chuck key. Battery operated drills are very portable but may lack the power

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Make sure the chuck is free from all obstructions.

or endurance needed for your usage.

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Check to see if the directional switch is set correctly.

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Do not over-tighten the chuck or collar.

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You may want to disconnect the power when changing bits or cleaning the drill — or at the very least, lock the trigger by sliding the directional switch to the center.

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When drilling holes on tables, use a scrap piece of wood to back up the material being drilled.

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Never leave the chuck key in the chuck at any time (if applicable).

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Be sure the drill bit is not dull.

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Back the cutting tool out of the material under power.

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Before drilling a hole, center punch the hole with a scratch awl (wood) or center punch (metal).

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Always clamp your work to the table or in a vise.

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When drilling deep holes, withdraw the cutting bit frequently in order to reduce the pressure caused by the waste material being produced.

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Clean up the tool and your debris and shavings.

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Hand Sanders

The belt sander is an extremely powerful and fast sander. It is used to sand larger surfaces and can remove large amounts of material in a very short time. Always start with a coarse grit belt and use the finer grit for finishing.

The orbital sander is excellent and removing small inferections in wood.

Various sanding grits can be attached depending on the finish required.

1.

Always clamp your stock to the table before operating.

2.

Check the sanding belt for correct grit and usability.

3.

Never touch the sanding surface while the tool is running.

4.

Be sure the abrasive is correctly lined up on the base of the sander.

5.

Grasp the tool very firmly as it will want to get away from you.

6.

While sanding keep the sander moving. If you stop, the sander may dig into your wood.

7.

Clean up the sander and surrounding area.

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Hand Tools

No tools may be removed from the Model Shop unless authourized by the Shop Manager.

No Exceptions!

Hands tools are those that require only human muscle to provide the force necessary to perform work. Common hand tools are hammers, screwdrivers, hand saws, chisels and wrenches.

The use of some tools is pretty intuitive and the equipment can be used with little or no training. Other tools, such as the wood chisel or planer, require some instruction and training.

Improper use of tools may cause damage to the work piece, the tool or the operator. Ask the Shop Manager for assistance and learn how to safely and accurately use the tools provided.

NOTE: Tools may not be removed from the Model Shop unless authorized by the Shop Manager.

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Giraf Table, Vancouver Studio

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Additional Resources

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47 .030" .060" .080" .100" .125" .180" .250" .350"

Plexi (Acrylic)

Updated August 14, 2019

.150"

.015" .015" .040"

Paper (White or Colour) (Clear Mylar Film) (Thick White)

Cardboard (Corrugated)

.030" .060" .090" .125" .156" .188" .250"

Basswood

.050" .090"

.020"

Birch Veneer

Brown Cardstock (Millboard)

.030" .060" .120"

Thickness (Inches)

Baltic Birch Plywood

Material

15/80

50/50 50/50

30/80 50/50 40/50

100/20 Z-axis@.400"

60/60 60/60

50/50

30/60

30/80 50/50 50/50 50/50 50/50 50/50 50/50

15/60

40/70 50/50

Red

Normal Score

50/50 Z-axis@.250" 50/50 Z-axis@.300"

50/50 Z-axis@.240"

35/70 Z-axis@.250"

50/50 Z-axis@.300" 60/50 Z-axis@.350"

Orange

Road Score (Wider line weight)

100/15 100/9 100/9 100/6 100/4 100/4 x2 passes 100/5 x3 passes 100/3 x4 passes

50/50

85/10 100/9

70/35, 60/40 70/80 100/16

70/40 90/20 80/12 85/18

70/40

100/8 100/5

Blue (Outside cut)

Cut

same as blue

Green (Inside cut)

Settings: Power/Speed (90/10 means Power=90% Speed=10%) Line weight: .001" (Set this in Rhino or Illustrator) Line colour will assign laser cutter action (raster/score/cut)- Assign colour in Rhino or Illustrator Z-Axis is set as actual material thickness in inches (unless noted in chart)

70/50

50/60 50/60

15/60 15/60

15/70

50/50 60/70 60/70

10/80

15/70

7/70

30/60

50/60 50/50

30/60

30/80 15/60 (25/80 - Line Art)

Cyan

Magenta

60/50 70/40

Light Score

Raster Text

Remember to TURN ON FILTER below Laser Cutter

Please Note:

0.75 1.5 2 2.5 3 4.5 6.3 8.9

3.8

1.3 2.3

0.5 0.4 1

0.75 1.5 2.3 3 4 4.7 6.3

0.5

0.75 1.5 3

Thickness (mm)

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2280 Holdom Ave, Burnaby, B.C 1581 West 7th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. 1200 East Kent Ave S, Vancouver, B.C. 2388 Cambie Street, Vancouver, B.C. 2727 E 12th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C. 2290 Cambie Street, Vancouver, B.C. 1401 United Blvd, Coquitlam 1180 SE Marine Drive, Vancouver, B.C. 1360 Johnston Street, Vancouver, B.C. 555 W Hastings Street (Harbour Centre) 2811 Grandview Hwy, Vancouver, B.C 655 W Broadway, Vancouver, B.C. 1022 Alberni Street, Vancouver, B.C. 2105 W 37th Avenue, Vancouver, B.C

Windsor Plywood

109-7337 North Fraser Way, Burnaby Various locations in U.S.

2993-272 Street#1, Aldergrove, B.C. 9 West 5th Avenue, Vancouver 1459 Anderson Street Granville Island, Vancouver 9010 Oak Street, Vancouver

Lowry Tape and Adhesives Stratasys – Bluedge

Universal Laser cutter AB Scale Models

B+B Scale Models

Model Shop Resource Links

Open Gate Models

4131 Fraser Street, Vancouver, B.C. 2180 Skeena Street, Richmond, B.C. 145-6755 Graybar Road, Richmond, B.C. 1497 Lindsey Place, Delta, B.C. 1104 Franklin Street, Vancouver, B.C.

Amazon.ca Lee’s Electronics Home Idol Uni Top Enterprises EM Plastics Associated Plastics

100 West Beaver Creek Road, #20 Richmond Hill, Ontario

101-2388 Canoe Ave, Coquitlam, B.C.

Fishers Paperboard

Kidder

2825 Grandview Hwy, Vancouver, B.C.

Central Hobbies

Magic Box Hobbies

DeSerres Art Supplies Michaels

Opus Art Supplies

PJ White Hardwoods Home Depot Lowes Canadian Tire Lee Valley

Address

Company

604-269-6809

604-681-1536

212-366-7091 604-857-1264 604-879-7383

604-277-5456 646-981-8214

604-875-1993 604-720-1209 604-276-2728 604-468-4487 604-251-9441

905-731-6944

604-942-1990

604-431-0771

604-736-7028 604-678-5889 604-681-7351 604-638-2523 604-638-1940 604-264-1746

604-299-9388 604-738-9717 604-327-0241 604-675-1260 604-253-2822 604-707-2290 604-515-8896

Phone

www.magichobbies.net mbhobby@yahoo.ca www.central-hobbies.com centralhobbies@telus.net www.fisherspaperboard.com info@fisherspaperboard.com www.kidder.ca info@kidder.ca amazon.ca www.leeselectronics.com www.homeidol.com uni-top@hotmail.com emplastic.com sales@associatedplastics.com www.associatedplastics.com bc.lowrysales.com www.bluedge.com arthur.ys@bluedge.com jessica.troxell@bluedge.com hilite@uniserve.com info@abscale.com www.abscale.com info@bbscalemodels.com www.bbscalemodels.com info@opengatescalemodel.com www.opengatescalemodel.com

www.deserres.ca www.canada.michaels.com

www.opusartsupplies.com

www.richelieu.com www.stores.homedepot.ca www.lowes.ca www.canadiantire.ca www.leevalley.com

www.windsorplywood.com

Website and Email

Eric

Bernd

Sharon or Ming

Jessica Troxell

Darren/Sandra Arthur Spivey

Jeff/Jake

Joseph

Contact name

Scale Models

Scale Models

Material ordering for F270 Printer Maintenance for laser cutter Scale models

Masking tape, double sided tape, gaffer tape Contact and troubleshooting

3D print resin, general supplies LED, adaptors, wire Acrylic sheets – extruded plexiglass Acrylic sheets – Cast plexiglass Acrylic sheets, tubing Plexiglass covers

Rez-N-Bond

Paper, cardstock, brown wrapping paper

Basswood, Hot wire cutter

Basswood, piano wire

Paper, spray paint, paint Assorted art supplies

Paper, spray paint, paint

Specialty plywood, birch plywood, veneers lumber, adhesives Specialty lumber and hardwoods Hardware supplies, small sheets of plywood Hardware supplies, lumber Hardware supplies Specialty tools, magnets, shop machinery

Materials

5 days, $13 7-10 days

7-10 days

Same day, cash or cheque

1-14 days

7 days, $10 shipping

Next day, $40

7-10 days, $20

2 days, $70

Next day, $40

Delivery info

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3mm 4.7mm 12mm 1.3mm 2.3mm 4.7mm 2.3mm 51mm 0.8mm 1.5mm 3mm 4.5mm 6mm 2mm 3mm Assorted 3mm 6mm 12mm Assorted 3mm 6mm 9.5mm 12mm 0.8mm 0.8mm 0.8mm 0.8mm 0.8mm 0.8mm 0.8mm 1.5mm 2.5mm 3mm 4.5mm 6mm

Foamcore

1/8” 3/16” ½” .050” .090” 3/16” .090” 2” 1/32” 1/16” 1/8” 3/16” ¼” .080” 1/8” Assorted 1/8” ¼” ½” Assorted 1/8” ¼” 3/8” ½” .030”, 1/32” .030” .030” .030” .030” .030” 1/32” 1/16” 3/32” 1/8” 3/16” ¼”

Thickness (inches)

5’ x 5’ 5’ x 5’ 5’ x 5’ 5’ x 5’ 12” x 96” roll 12” x 96” roll 12” x 96” roll 12” x 96” roll 12” x 96” roll 12” x 96” roll 3” x 24”, 4” x 24” 3” x 24”, 4” x 24” 3” x 24”, 4” x 24” 3” x 24”, 4” x 24” 3” x 24”, 4” x 24” 3” x 24”, 4” x 24”

2’ x 2’ 2’ x 2’ 2’ x 2’

30” x 40” 30” x 40” 4’ x 6’ 30” x 40” 30” x 40” 4’ x 8’ 30” x 40” 4’ x 8’ 30” x 30”, 12” x 24” 4’ x 6’ 4’ x 6’ 4’ x 6’ 4’ x 6’ varies varies

Sheet Size (Feet/Inches)

Materials used in Model Shop

Basswood

Wood Veneer

Wood Dowel Baltic Birch Plywood

Acrylic Tubing and Rods MDF/Hardboard

Plexi/Acrylic (Extruded)

Cardboard Chipboard Foam (extruded) Plexi/Acrylic (Cast)

Gatorboard Cardstock

Thickness (mm)

Material

Please allow 1-2 weeks to bring in special orders not listed below.

General Model Shop Supplies

White White White White, Brown White, Brown Brown Grey Blue Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Clear Brown Brown Brown Wood Birch wood Birch wood Birch wood Birch wood Birch Beech Walnut Yellow Cedar Maple Alder Basswood Basswood Basswood Basswood Basswood Basswood

Colour

Product needs to be ordered Smaller and larger widths available

Can be ordered in larger sizes Can be ordered in larger sizes Can be ordered in larger sizes

Other sheet sizes can be ordered Other sheet sizes can be ordered Other sheet sizes can be ordered Other sheet sizes can be ordered Other sheet sizes can be ordered Product needs to be ordered Product needs to be ordered White foam has not been sourced Cast with paper masking, very expensive Cast with paper masking Cast with paper masking Cast with paper masking Cast with paper masking Extruded with film protection Extruded with film protection

Additional Info

no no no yes yes yes yes Hotwire only yes yes yes yes yes no no no yes etch only etch only no yes etch only etch only etch only yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes yes

Lasercutting

Available in

yes yes limited yes yes limited no yes yes yes yes yes yes limited limited Assorted quantities yes yes yes Assorted quantities yes yes yes no yes yes limited yes yes no limited limited limited limited limited limited

Currently Shop