Authorizations
Some areas and machines at PS1 require authorization before use. Authorizations can take different forms including online quizzes, group demonstrations, and individual training sessions. Some authorizations are regularly scheduled, and others are scheduled as-needed. Regularly scheduled authorizations can be found on the Events Calendar. To schedule an authorization not found on the calendar, members may post in the Google Group or contact a volunteer authorizer directly.
Canvas
A growing number of authorizations are being migrated to Canvas, an education platform. Authorizations can utilize Canvas to provide online course components, supplemental resources, and scheduling information. You may log into Canvas using your PS1 account information.
List of Available Authorizations
The following is a comprehensive list of authorizations available at PS1, broken down by area. If an authorization method isn't listed below, or you cannot find the relevant calendar event/Google Groups post, you may contact an authorizer for information. To contact an authorizer, you can post on the Google Groups or send them an email directly.
Woodshop
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Woodshop general auth | Regularly scheduled - check the Events Calendar |
| Jet Wood Lathe | Contact an authorizer to set up a time |
Small Metals
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Small Metals general auth | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
| Casting | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
| Hydraulic Press | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
Cold Metals
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Cold metals general auth | |
| Bridgeport Knee Mill | Contact an authorizer to set up a time |
| Clausing Lathe | Contact an authorizer to set up a time |
| LeBlond Regal Lathe | |
| Grizzly Mini Metal Lathe (7in x 12in) | |
| Baldor 510 Tool Grinder |
Hot Metals
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Hot Metals general auth | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
| Big Blasting Cabinet | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
| Belovac Vacuum Forming Machine | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
| Powder Coating | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
| MIG Welder | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
| TIG Welder | Contact an authorizer to set up a time |
| CNC Plasma Cutter | Regularly scheduled - check the Events Calendar |
| Handheld Plasma Cutter | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
CNC - Lasers
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Universal PLS6.150D 150W Laser Engraver | Regularly scheduled - sign up on Google Groups |
| BOSS LS-3655 150w Laser Engraver | Sign up on Google Groups |
| Universal Laser Maintenance | Contact an authorizer to set up a time |
| Boss Laser Maintenance | Contact an authorizer to set up a time |
CNC - 3D Printers
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| 3D Printers general auth | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
Industrial CNC
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Shopbot PRS CNC router | Regularly scheduled - check the Events Calendar |
| Tormach 1100 series CNC mill | See the Canvas course for authorization information |
2D Printing
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Epson Stylus Pro 9800 Large-format Printer | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
| Vinyl Cutter | Contact an authorizer to set up a time |
Graphic Arts & Textiles
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Silhouette Cameo 3 Paper Cutter | |
| Singer 20U Industrial Sewing Machine | |
| Brother 230 knitting machine |
Electronics
The Electronics area currently has no available authorizations.
Kitchen
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Bar |