Metal Shop

The metal shop offers a wide variety of tools to accommodate traditional metalworking as well as advanced CNC work. Members gain access to the equipment by completing a Safety and Operational (SOP) training course led by NIS staff. Similar tools are grouped together in a single class. You can sign up for these through the Innovation Studio Manager.

Tool List

  • Vectis Robotic Welding Cell (0.035" MIG)
  • Tormach 1100MX CNC Mill
  • Bantam Desktop CNC Milling Machine
  • 4' x 4' Lonestar Trooper plasma table
  • 50"x28" fiber laser
  • Bridgeport knee mills
  • Clausing 13" lathes
  • 48" hydraulic shear
  • Scotchman Ironworker
  • JS Tools Shrinker/Stretcher
  • Dayton 36" Slip Roller
  • Bead Roller Mittler Bros. 16 ga. 
  • Abrasive Blast Cabinet
  • Bandsaws
  • Welders (MIG + TIG)
  • Grinders
  • 72" finger brake
  • Tube expander
  • Tube bender
  • Drill press