Waterjet Training

9431 Dowdy Drive,San Diego CA 92126

20 July, 2021

Description

An introdcution to waterjet cutting and tool pathing with FlowPath software. Whether you are an artist with a unique project or a small business owner who wants to fabricate a product for sale, one of the best ways to cut through metal is waterjet cutting. Waterjet cutting is a versatile method of cutting almost any material (stone, metal, plastics, wood) with great flexibility and precision. Edges, curves, lettering, and internal cutouts can be made relatively quickly and easily compared to cutting by hand. Waterjet cutting uses high pressure & velocity water (or water with an abrasive) pushed through a nozzle to slice through tough and thick materials. There are many benefits of waterjet cutting: Does a great job in creating smooth edges that often don’t need a second round of sanding.It is computer controlled so it can make intricate cuts precisely,Does not cause a “heat-affected zone” so metals will not warp,Cuts through almost anything (except tempered glass which shatters).Please Note: This is a 3 hour class on Tuesday's from 1pm - 4pmLocation: MaketoryMandatory Safety Equipment: Safety Glasses (Maketory has pairs available at the facility if you do not own any). Closed-toed shoes, full length pants and short sleeves. Pull back hair, remove all jewelry, and do not wear gloves.Advisable but not required: Hearing protectionMinimum Age: 18, or 15 or older if accompanied by an adultIf class is sold out and you have a group interested, please contact us directly to coordinate a new date. We require at least 3 participants to run the course. In the event we do not reach 3 participants we will reach out to reschedule or issue a refund, whichever you prefer. Tickets are nonrefundable (unless class is cancelled) and can not be used for another date.Maketory is a membership based facility. This class is open to nonmembers however, active members receive discounts on classes. If you are interested in membership please contact us at (858)252-1919 or [email protected] About the instructor: Chris Nevill After growing up in New Zealand, Chris traveled for many years before moving to San Francisco in 2000 and more recently to San Diego. Specializing in CAD and CNC machining. Chris has worked as a sign-maker, architectural model maker and creating artwork for hotels and commercial spaces. Chris is passionate about engineering and has built an experimental tilt-wing aircraft and renovated several vintage airstream travel trailers. Currently, shop manager at Maketory, Chris teaches classes including CAD, Laser Cutting, CNC Mill, CNC Router and of course, Waterjet! An industrial makerspace and coworking facility for innovators, artisans and entrepreneurs