SAB Woodshop
The Woodshop is equipped with a full complement of woodworking tools, including general equipment as well as fine woodworking tools. Many students use the Woodshop to build sculptural work, fixtures, canvas stretchers, crates, and a host of other creative projects.
The Woodshop also has a digital fabrication lab with a lasercutter and a CNC router. These tools work with a variety of materials, including paper, some plastics, rubbers, foam, etc.
The Woodshop technician conducts equipment safety training for any student in the art department who would like to use the shop for their projects. Simply contact the technician (email below) to schedule a training session.
Access and hours
The Woodshop is open during the hours shown below but is restricted whenever there is a class in session in the shop. Please contact the technician to verify the schedule.
All students wishing to use the Woodshop must complete general safety training before accessing the shop. Undergraduate students may use the shop whenever it is open and available. Graduate students may use the shop after hours with a "buddy."
Woodshop Hours
Monday 9 am-5 pm
Tuesday 9 am-5 pm
Wednesday 11 am-7 pm
Thursday 9 am-5 pm
Friday 9 am-5 pm
Saturday CLOSED
Sunday 1 pm-6 pm
Equipment
Table Saw, Band Saw, Panel Saw, Scroll Saw, Belt/Disc Sander, Spindle Sander, Drum Sander, Edge Sander, Drill Press, Router Table, Jointer, Planer, Lathe, Various Hand Tools, Thunder Nova 51 Laser, Laguna Swift 4x4 CNC Router.
For more information, contact Ben Cowden, Shop Technician, at benjamincowd@umass.edu.