Composites Processing

A specialised area designed for safely trimming, sanding, drilling and painting cured composite parts.

Prerequisite training

Makerspace Project Studios General Induction.

Access

• This area is only available during Makerspace staffed opening hours - weekdays between 8am - 6pm.
• Makerspace manufacturing areas are closed in the evenings, on university public holidays and over the weekends.
• You must first attend and complete a Makerspace Composites Processing induction / skills training session to gain access to work in this area.

Location

• G131-G133, 17 Alliance Lane (Building 37), Clayton VIC 3168

Equipment available

• Hand tools
• Personal protective equipment
• Positive Air Pressure Respiratory (PAPR) protection systems
• Dust extraction systems
• Nederman downdraft benches
• Air powered sanding tools
• Measuring equipment
• Drill press
• Vertical bandsaw with composites blade
• Linisher & belt sander
• Spray booth, spray guns and gun washer