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 ===== Lab Announcements =====
-/11/2025 \\
+/11/25 \\
-As some of you may know, we recently installed a **new laser cutter.** It's much more powerful than the Trotec, with a larger bed as well.
+**Summer Update:** There will be minimal Wizard support this summer at the Innovation Workshop. If you submit jobs, expect them to be performed by the lab manager.
-This means it can cut a much wider range of materials. You can learn more about the new laser cutter [[thunderlaser_nova35 | here]]
+Additionally, we cannot offer CNC machining services at the moment due to staff shortage. However, the lab manager may be able to take on CNC work starting in July.
-We are currently phasing out the old Trotec. If you need to laser cut, please request training on the new laser cutter asap. **The Trotec will no longer be available for regular use.** You can find the training request form below the announcements.
+/08/25 \\
+The lab manager has returned from vacation and is preparing next week's training schedule. There are currently about 30 outstanding requests and we will do our best to accommodate everyone asap.
-/13/2025 \\
+If you posted limited availability (less than 2 timeslots per weekday), you may have to wait longer.
-**The CrystalMark is currently down.** We are waiting for some replacement parts before we continue troubleshooting. The tool has also been moved to the back of the room, to make space for a new laser cutter.
-Update from 2/11/25 - still no luck. We've troubleshot the tool quite a bit and are taking a break for now to focus on other lab tasks. If you are deeply concerned with the status of the CrystalMark, please contact the lab manager.
+/11/2025 \\
+As some of you may know, we recently installed a **new laser cutter.** It's much more powerful than the Trotec, with a larger bed and a more effective air assist.
+This means it can cut a much wider range of materials. You can learn more about the new laser cutter [[thunderlaser_nova35 | here]]
+We are currently phasing out the old Trotec. If you need to laser cut, please request training on the new laser cutter asap. **The Trotec will no longer be available for regular use.** You can find the training request form below the announcements.
-/05/2024 __**\\ Winter Mega Announcement**__ \\ \\
-There will be **no training offered from 12/20/24 through 01/06/25.** Additionally, training will be extremely limited from 12/9/24 through 12/20/24 due to limited Workshop Wizard availability.
-Elings Hall will be closed to those without swipe access from 12/20 through 01/06. During this time, there will be **intermittent DI Water and Exhaust work, preventing safe use of the fume hoods.** Please take this time for vacation, data analysis, or other activities that do not require lab use.
-**We are currently experiencing some waterjet issues.** The pinch valve that controls abrasive flow is cracked. We are working on a fix, but it may require some replacement parts. **ETA for new parts is Tuesday 12/17**
-Happy holidays and see you next year!! ⭐🌲⛄