In this video, Jorge shows us how to zero the parting tool on the Fryer lathe and how to use the tool to get accurately dimensioned spacers.

In this video, Bob, the MECE lab manager, goes over how to safely operate the bandsaw in the MECE shop to cut out acrylic blocks.

This video shows all the steps needed to mill out one of the links for your Intro to Machining project. Bob carefully shows you how to setup up for this machining process.

This video shows all the steps needed to mill out the top and bottom blocks for your scissor jack project. Bob walks us through the following steps needed to create these pieces: cutting out stock material on the band saw, squaring the stock material, using conversational programing to face and drill, and finally running G-code to mill out the center slot.

This video shows all the steps needed to mill out the left block for your scissor jack project. Bob walks us through the following steps needed to create these pieces: cutting out stock material, squaring, using conversational programing, running G-code for the slots and top hole, and finally, tapping a hole correctly. Follow along to create your left block!

Note: The right block has a different sized hole on the top face & requires a different program and drill.

This video shows an introduction to our Tormach 8L Lathe. Bob walks us through the facing and turning operations needed to fabricate the brass rod and aluminum end cap for your project.

This video shows an introduction to our Fryer Easy Turn Lathe. Bob walks us through the facing and turning operations needed to fabricate the brass rod and aluminum end cap for your project.