Events

May 2013 – March 2017

Laser Cut Label Making @ AS220 Printshop

6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Tuesday, May 21st, 6-9pm

Print your own labels using the letterpress for canning and home-brewing beer. Then head over to the Labs to use the laser cutter to cut an elaborate frame.

This class will offer a brief introduction to both the letterpress and the laser cutter and how they can work together to make decorative labels. In order to be signed off to use one or both of these resources, you will need to take an Intro to Letterpress and/or Intro to the Laser Cutter workshop, or schedule a one-on-one session. If you already have experience with laser cutting or letterpress you can also show a portfolio of work to be signed off on the machines.

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May 22 Wed

Intro to the 3D Printer @ AS220 Labs

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Wednesday, May 22nd; 7pm – 10pm

3D printing is a process of making three dimensional solid objects from a digital model. It is accessible to all types of people, even those with a minimal understanding of electronics, hardware, or 3D design. This workshop is for anyone interested to learning a new D.I.Y. skill, and an exciting new technology. This technology allows you to prototype any design, and turn it into a real physical product.

Students of this workshop will:

learn the concept of 3D printing and rapid 3D prototyping.
learn the software and hardware involved.
learn how to properly prep files for the machine.
learn basic machine operations and functionality.
be trained and certified to use the machine independently.

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May 25 Sat

Intro to the Laser Cutter @ AS220 Labs

10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Saturdays, May 25th, June 1st; 10am – 1pm

Learn how to use this tool to cut or etch wood, plastics, papers or textiles! This class will cover the basics of using the laser cutter safely, techniques for working with different materials, and the software tools for preparing work for the cutter. This is a hands-on workshop; bring a project if you like! We have an Epilog 35 watt laser cutter. The work area is 24″ x 12″, and it can hold items up to 8″ tall. We also have a cylindrical attachment that allows you to etch cylinders such as glassware. Students will be certified to use the lab’s laser cutter after taking the course.

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Intro to the CNC Router @ AS220 Labs

2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Saturdays, May 25th, June 1st; 2pm – 5pm

This workshop is for anyone interested in using a CNC Router for digital fabrication, specifically the ShopBot machine for computer-controlled cutting and routing.

In this two week course, we will meet for two 3-hour sessions – a total of 6 instructional hours. The course covers an introduction to the ShopBot, Computer-Aided Design software to design projects for the machine, creation of 2D tool paths for the machine using ParkWorks, and finally basic operations and safety on the machine.

This workshop only covers 2D Tool Paths (Profile, Pockets, Drilling). This workshop will teach you how to safely operate the machine on your own, so that you may use the machine independently after completing the training.

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Jun 12 Wed

3DPPVD @ AS220 Labs

7:00 pm – 10:00 pm

A monthly meetup for 3D Printing enthusiasts in Providence, RI. 3DPPVD is a monthly meetup for 3D printer operators in the Providence, RI area. This free event meets at AS220 Labs in downtown Providence and is open to anyone who is interested in digital fabrication.