Composites Lab

The Composite Shop provides a space for layups and composite manufacturing equipment including an autoclave, heated platen press, and CNC ply cutter.

Shop access

Once I create a CORAL account, what else do I need to do before using the shops?

1. Register for Composite Shop access.
2. Attend an in-person training session for EACH shop (machine shop, composite shop,
   mechanical test lab) you plan to use. Fill out the safety orientation session interest form.
3. Complete the Composite Shop quiz and EH&S fire extinguisher training after
   attending the in-person training.
   ○ Composite Shop quiz
   ○ EH&S online fire extinguisher training

read policies and safety guidelines

Hours

Shop availability varies depending on scheduled lab classes and safety classes.

Equipment

AutoClave 3' x 8' (American Autoclave)

• Maximum part dimensions are approximately 31”(H) x 33”(W) x 101”(D)
• 3 vacuum ports available

50 Ton Heated-Platen Press (Wabash G50H-24)

• 24" x 24" heated platens

CNC Router (MultiCam 7000)

• Table dimensions are 60" x 102"

CNC Fabric Cutter (Autometrix Advantage)

• Maximum fabric dimensions are 62" x 94"