HATCH Makerspace

The HATCH Makerspace is where ideas are realized as prototypes then become products after repeated cycles of testing, refinement, and end-user feedback.The Makerspace is equipped with a suite of state-of-the-art equipment located in a machine shop and fabrication labs. Much of this equipment has been generously donated or funded by alumnae who see the benefit of having such a facility on campus. The growing list of Makerspace equipment includes 3- Axis CNC Milling machine, a 3D handheld scanner, 3D metal sintering printer and conventional 3D printers, laser and water-jet cutters, saws, metal-bending presses, drill presses, lathes, workbenches, and a wide range of hand tools. The Makerspace opened in late 2018 and plays a crucial role in HATCH ventures’ success.

Makerspace Equipment

ICICS 061 (Fabrication)

HAAS VF2SS CNC Machine (3 Axis)

  • Designed for high-volume manufacturing, Haas Super-Speed vertical machining centers combine high spindle speeds, fast rapids, and quick tool changes to help minimize cycle times. Each SS model features a 12,000-rpm inline direct-drive spindle, an ultra-fast side-mount tool changer, and high-speed rapids across all axes.
    • 12,000-rpm, inline direct-drive spindle
    • Ultra-fast side-mount tool changer
    • High-speed rapids on all axes

Lincoln Electric Plasma Cutter

  • The Torchmate 4400 4×4 CNC plasma cutting table equipped with a Lincoln Electric FlexCut 125 plasma cutter is a robust machine with high-end components that are built into a small machine footprint. The Torchmate can cut a maximum material thickness ¾” (mild steel plate).
  • Torchmate® 4400 – A 4×4 CNC plasma cutting table in Makerspace

Hydmech Bandsaw

  • The DM-10 features mitering capabilities of up to 60º left and 45º right. The DM-10 is a good, general-purpose, medium-duty machine for cutting solids or tubing in stainless steel, aluminum, copper, brass, and a wide range of other alloys.

Miller Dynasty 210 Welder

  • AC/DC TIG/Stick Welding
    • Material Thickness Aluminum 0.012 in. (0.3 mm) – 1/4 in. (6.4 mm)
    • Material Thickness Steel 0.020 in. (0.5 mm) – 1/4 in. (6.4 mm)
  • Miller Millermatic Welder
    • Welds material from 24-gauge to 3/8 in thick in a single pass. Uses 120V or 240V powe

Grizzly Bandsaw

  • The G0636X 17″ 5 HP Ultimate Bandsaw delivers exceptional stability, weighing nearly twice as much as many comparable 17″ bandsaws for increased rigidity and reduced vibration.
  • Its 5 HP motor provides the power to handle demanding cuts, with a 16″ cutting capacity and 16-1/2″ throat capacity for a wide range of applications.
  • A 21″ x 25-1/2″ cast-iron table tilts from 5° left to 45° right, while the fence system includes a quick-attach resaw fence for reliable support of taller stock.

ICICS 061A (Machine Shop)

First Milling Machine

  • First Manual Milling Machine with Mitutoyo DRo
    • Work Surface 1,270 mm X 254 mm (50″ X 10″)
    • Longitudinal Travel 790 mm (31″)
    • Cross Travel 415 mm (16.3″)
    • Vertical Travel 390 mm (15.3″)

Terrier Lathe

  • Jesco Terrier Manual Lathe with Mitutoyo DRo
    • Swing over bed 330 mm (13”)
    • Swing over cross slide 190 mm (7.5”)
    • Distance between centres 750 mm (30”)/1000 mm (40”)

IMA Drill Press

  • The IMA I28 is made in Sweden and has a 25 mm drill capacity. It is equipped with Manual and Automatic power feeds for efficient drilling. The drill head and table arm are turntable 360° around the column and height-adjustable. A drill guard with a microswitch is standard within the CE area.

Additional Tools & Equipment

  • Grizzly Sheet Metal Shear
  • Grizzly Sheet Metal Brake
  • Busy Bee Sheet Metal Brake
  • Arbor Press
  • Hydraulic Press
  • Grinders
  • Sanding Station
  • Hand Tools
  • Power Tools

ICICS 061B (Digital Fabrication Lab)

Filament 3D Printer: BambuLab H2D

  • Bambu Lab H2D, high-performance professional FDM 3D printing with a dual-nozzle system and advanced automation features.
  • The H2D uses high-speed CoreXY motion technology, active chamber heating, automatic calibration, and intelligent monitoring systems to produce accurate, multi-material parts at exceptional speeds. Compatible materials include PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PC, nylon (PA), PVA, BVOH, and carbon- and glass-fiber reinforced engineering filaments, with support for high-temperature materials through its 350°C all-metal hotends.
  • With a build size of 12.8 x 12.6 x 12.8 inches (325 x 320 x 325 mm) for single-nozzle printing, the H2D offers a significantly larger build volume than most desktop 3D printers while enabling dual-material and soluble-support printing for complex prototypes and functional end-use parts.

FormLabs Form 3 3D Printer

  • Form 3 by Formlabs, professional desktop SLA 3D printing with advanced Low Force Stereolithography (LFS) technology. Unlike the Form 2’s galvanometer-driven laser system, the Form 3 uses a custom Light Processing Unit (LPU) with lenses and mirrors to deliver highly accurate, consistent prints while reducing forces on parts during printing for improved surface quality and reliability.
  • Compatible materials include standard, tough, durable, flexible, heat-resistant, castable, dental, and engineering-grade resins.
  • With a build size of 5.7 x 5.7 x 7.3 inches (145 x 145 x 185 mm), the Form 3 offers slightly greater build height than the Form 2 while maintaining compatibility with a wide range of Formlabs resins and post-processing workflows.

FormLabs Form 2 3D Printer

  • Form 2 by Formlabs, affordable, professional 3D SLA printing. Form 2 uses a 250mW laser to harden a liquid resin layer by layer until your model is complete. The various materials available for printing include heat-resistant, tough, flexible, durable, and castable resins. With a build size of 5.7 x 5.7 x 6.9 inches (145 x 145 x 175mm)
  • Form 2 3D Printer in Makerspace

Rapidia 3D Printer

  • The Rapidia system allows users to print complex, vital metal parts quickly and cost-effectively. The two-step process means that most parts can be ready the next day. At the same time, Rapidia’s unique water-based technology unlocks a new world of opportunities for creating internal structures and intricate assemblies.
  • Rapidia 3D Printer in Makerspace

Trotec Laser Cutter Speedy 300

  • The Speedy 300 is equipped with a 60W CO2 Laser and can laser engrave and cut wood, plastic, acrylic, fabrics, and many other materials. Its bed size is 28.6 x 17 inches, and the maximum workpiece height is 6.5 inches.
  • Trotec Laser Cutter Speedy 300 in Makerspace

Protomax Waterjet Waterjet

  • The Omax Protomax waterjet is equipped with a 30,000-psi pump. It can cut metal, glass, plastic, wood, and more under one inch thick with a 12-inch by 12-inch cutting area. 
  • Protomax Waterject in Makerspace

Emblazer

  • Emblaser 2 is accurate 3D cutting & engraving. You can automatically adjust the height of the laser while cutting and engraving to gain an extra dimension of control.
  • Multi PassTMP-01
  • Cut through thicker materials by setting your laser to lower with multiple passes automatically. Create 3D engravings with depth or automatically adjust the sharpness of your laser to create sharp lines or soft fills.

Artec Space Spider

  • Artec Space Spider is one of the market’s most accurate and high-resolution handheld structured-light 3D scanners, explicitly created for engineers and CAD designers. It excels at capturing small, industrial objects with intricate details such as compressors, fasteners, screws, and any miniature complex surface that requires 100% precision.
  • Accuracy & Resolution: 3D Point accuracy up to 0.05 mm, 3D resolution up to 0.1 mm, 3D accuracy over distance up to 0.05 mm + 0.3 mm/m

Artec Leo

  • Artec Leo is a wireless and fully standalone professional 3D scanner designed to make scanning as easy as possible. With embedded AI computing, a 5” HD built-in display and a battery, it’s the ultimate all-in-one solution for fast, accurate, and high-quality 3D data capture. With a 160,000 cm-cubed capture zone, Leo is truly versatile in size. It captures medium-sized (20-50 cm) and large (50-200 cm) objects and surfaces. When paired with a powerful computer, it can take on even very large objects (200 cm+) or entire spaces, such as rooms or crime scenes. Computers can take on even massive objects (200 cm+) or whole spaces, such as rooms or crime scenes.
  • Accuracy & Resolution: 3D point accuracy up to 0.1 mm, 3D resolution up to 0.2 mm, 3D accuracy over distance up to 0.1 mm + 0.3 mm/m

Softwares

  • SOLIDWORKS Pro: SolidWorks Professional is a 3D CAD software used to design, model, and evaluate products and mechanical components. For HATCH ventures, access to SolidWorks Pro enables rapid product design and iteration, helping teams develop, test, and refine prototypes more efficiently.
  • Mastercam: Mastercam is CNC machining software used to create and optimize manufacturing toolpaths for precision parts. For HATCH ventures, access to Mastercam enables rapid prototyping and in-house fabrication, helping teams develop, test, and refine products faster and more cost-effectively.