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 # A guide to VHS' physical space # A guide to VHS' physical space
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 +This page is being phased out, and will be replaced with a layout of the physical space with a list of links to all the [groups](/wiki/groups/) related to each area.
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 ##  Our Building ##  Our Building
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 Located near the front of the building is the crafting area consisting of two tables. The sewing desk against the wall, and the cutting table in the center. Located near the front of the building is the crafting area consisting of two tables. The sewing desk against the wall, and the cutting table in the center.
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-Do not dump your junk on the cutting table. 
  
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-* Status: Operational as of March 2019 +Do not dump your junk on the cutting table.
-* Training: Recommended +
-* Usage Restrictions: Anyone +
-* Creation Date: VHS Epoch +
-* Location: Center table near the Hangout at the front, and side desk +
-* Champion: see [Compendium of Champions](wiki:tools:compendium_of_champions) +
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-### Safety +
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-While the crafting area may not hold VHS's most dangerous tools, it is always important to not underestimate the dangers of small tools. There are many sharp blades and needles in this space that must be looked after, as well as hot glue guns, irons and noxious chemicals. +
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-  * Always cap your blades when not in use. This reduces damage to both humans and blades. +
-  * Do not leave pins and needles on the floor. They have the potential to puncture footwear and then you need a tetanus shot. +
-  * Unplug machines you are not using, especially hot irons +
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-The biggest way to maintain a safe environment is to maintain a clean environment. Please clean up and put away anything you are not using in its proper home. +
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-### Equipment+
  
-  * [3 sewing machines, 1 serger, 1 industrial sewing machine, 1 embroidery machine](wiki:tools:sewing_machines) +Learn more on the [Crafting](/wiki/groups/crafting/) page.
-  * [some number of irons + ironing boards](wiki:tools:ironing) +
-  * [[wiki:tools:ironing#conair_steamer|Conair Steamer]] +
-  * [[wiki:tools:ironing#dressform|some dress forms]] +
-  * [[wiki:tools:silkscreening|Silkscreening Tools]] +
-  * [[wiki:tools:badge_a_minit_button_maker|Button Maker]] +
-  * [[wiki:tools:vinyl_cutter|Vinyl Cutter]] +
-  * [[wiki:tools:overhead_projector|Overhead Projector]]+
  
-[And a lot more!](/tools#Crafting) 
  
 ### Tutorial ### Tutorial
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 ### Need help? ### Need help?
  
-If there is a major break, contact Liz on the [[wiki:tools:compendium_of_champions|Compendium of Champions]]+If there is a major break, contact Liz.
  
 Post on Slack in #sewing-and-more Post on Slack in #sewing-and-more
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 This room is located just off the main room on your left as you come in from the front - along the west wall of the space. This room is located just off the main room on your left as you come in from the front - along the west wall of the space.
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 +More info at the [Paint and Mess Room](/wiki/groups/paintandmessroom/) page.
  
 This is an area for painting, airbrushing and doing messy work. Also, a storage space for paints and liquids. This is an area for painting, airbrushing and doing messy work. Also, a storage space for paints and liquids.
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 ![A photo of the laser cutter, and the laser cutter desk](:area:lasercutarea.jpg?direct&800) ![A photo of the laser cutter, and the laser cutter desk](:area:lasercutarea.jpg?direct&800)
  
-The laser cutter area is located just past the entrance to the paint and mess room, along the west wall of the space. +Learn all about the [VHS Laser Cutter](wiki:groups:lasercutter:start) here.
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-We have a [80W Co2 Laser Cutter](wiki:tools:redsail_cm1080_laser_cutter). You'll need to acquire [training](wiki:tools:laser_cutter:training) before you use it. If there is a problem, contact the [Laser Cutter Committee (LCC)](wiki:committees:lcc). +
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-The big green box is the laser filter stack, and below that is laser materials storage.+
  
 ## Main room: 3D Printing Area ## Main room: 3D Printing Area
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 VHS has a number of 3d printers, both filament and resin based. See the [tools](/tools) page for details. Resin printers live in the paint and mess room, while filament printers live along the east wall next to the main table. VHS has a number of 3d printers, both filament and resin based. See the [tools](/tools) page for details. Resin printers live in the paint and mess room, while filament printers live along the east wall next to the main table.
  
-Training or evidence of competency is required to use any of them. They are connected to a computer on the bench next to them. This computer is to be used only for 3D printing, and is available to anyone who has completed the 3D printer training course.  +More info: [3D Printing at VHS](/wiki/groups/3dprinting/start)
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-To schedule a training session or obtain the password, please contant the 3D printer group via Slack (#3d-printing) or [[http://talk.vanhack.ca|Talk]].  +
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-![a photo of the 3d printing area](:area:3dprintareamullet.jpg?direct&800) +
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-* Status: Organized as of July 1, 2014 +
-* Training: Required +
-* Usage Restrictions: Trained members only +
-* Creation Date: VHS Epoch +
-* Location: East wall of the main room +
-* Champion: [3D Printer Work Group](https://talk.vanhack.ca/t/3d-printer-work-group/1126), also see [Compendium of Champions](wiki:tools:compendium_of_champions). +
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-### Safety +
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-- 3D printers run high temperature nozzles meant to melt plastic.  Left unsupervised they could start a fire. +
-- 3D printers have moving mechanical parts which could injure someone while in motion.  Keep your hands clear when in operation. +
-- 3D printers have big power supplies - 500w is common.  Always unplug the printer after use and before attempting maintenance. +
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-### Tutorial +
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-- [3D printer training guide](wiki:tools:3d_printer_training_guide)+
  
 ## Main room: Electronics Area ## Main room: Electronics Area
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 There are two electronics workbenches located at the back of the main room, by the entrance to the wood shop. Here you will find soldering irons, breadboards, oscilloscopes, and many electronics components. There are two electronics workbenches located at the back of the main room, by the entrance to the wood shop. Here you will find soldering irons, breadboards, oscilloscopes, and many electronics components.
  
-- [Electronics Parts Inventory (as of January 2021)](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1HYfK_T6PgbeAROqaDH416HlbNUPul8NbQ-hhj84qCl0/edit?usp=sharing)+More info at the [Electronics at VHS](/wiki/groups/electronics/) page.
  
 ## Wood Shop ## Wood Shop
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 ![A photo of the woodworking shop space at the back of VHS](:area:woodshoparea.jpg?direct&800) ![A photo of the woodworking shop space at the back of VHS](:area:woodshoparea.jpg?direct&800)
  
-The wood shop is located at the back of the space, behind the large sliding door. +The wood shop is located at the back of the space, behind the large sliding door. See the [Woodworking at VHS](/wiki/groups/woodworking/) page for more
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-All dangerous tools are members only!+
  
 ## Wood shop: Wood CNC Area ## Wood shop: Wood CNC Area
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 ![A photo of the wood CNC](:area:woodcncarea.jpg?direct&600) ![A photo of the wood CNC](:area:woodcncarea.jpg?direct&600)
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 +See the [CNC group](/wiki/groups/cnc/).
  
 ## Wood shop: Loading Doors ## Wood shop: Loading Doors
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 ## Welding Zone ## Welding Zone
  
-Located off the wood shop area, the welding zone is mysterious and unknowable.+More info: [Welding at VHS](/wiki/groups/welding/) 
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 +Located off the wood shop area, the welding zone is mysterious and unknowable. As these power tools are potentially dangerous, specific training is required.
 Check out #welding on VHS slack, or go to https://talk.vanhack.ca/t/tour-requests-from-non-members/10837 to book a tour Check out #welding on VHS slack, or go to https://talk.vanhack.ca/t/tour-requests-from-non-members/10837 to book a tour
  
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 Located off the main room at the back-east side - the VHS machine shop is stocked with some dangerous and awesome machines. Located off the main room at the back-east side - the VHS machine shop is stocked with some dangerous and awesome machines.
  
-### Equipment +See the [Machine Shop](/wiki/groups/machineshop/) page for more info.
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-  * Manual lathe +
-  * Manual mill +
-  * Benchtop drill press +
-  * Workbench with vise (work in progress) +
-  * Three CNC mills +
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-The Solidworks and Fusion 360 workstation is close at hand, as well as the shelves of hand tools. +
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-### Safety +
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-As these power tools are potentially dangerous, specific training is required. Feel free to reach out to #machine-shop group on slack to arrange training. +
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-Please keep the area clean and organized at all times as a cluttered or dirty workshop can be a safety hazard. +
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-If you use the Metal Shop, it is your responsibility to clean up when you're done. We should all strive to leave the shop in a *better* state than you found it. This can be as simple as sweeping up debris that was missed before, or putting tools that you didn't use away, or the occasional "deep clean" that gets into the corners, and machines get a complete wipedown. +
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-We're working hard to provide an excellent space for welding and machining; please do your part.+
  
 ## Washrooms ## Washrooms
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 Located under the main entrance/kitchen - turn left at the bottom of the front stairs. Located under the main entrance/kitchen - turn left at the bottom of the front stairs.
  
-We have two washrooms in the space, the [[wiki:area:nearwashroom|near washroom]] and the [[wiki:area:farwashroom|far washroom]].+We have two washrooms in the space, a near washroom and a far washroom. They are not restricted by gender.
  
-They are not restricted by gender.+{{:area:nearwashroom.jpg?direct|}} 
 +{{:area:farwashroom.jpg?direct|}} 
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 +Seat down, please.
  
 Please replace toilet paper as it gets used, TP and towels can be found in the server room. Please replace toilet paper as it gets used, TP and towels can be found in the server room.
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 +Located off the lounge, enter via the door at the south end of the east wall.
  
 This room is for deep storage and [[wiki:tools:admincabinet|admin stuff]]. And spiders. This room is for deep storage and [[wiki:tools:admincabinet|admin stuff]]. And spiders.
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