Status: Operational

Belt and Disc Sander

Reservations

Saturday, January 31, 2026 - 4:00pm

Purpose: Education

GEMS 22 Woodshop Weeks

Related Event: GEMS Cohort 22

Status:

By: Asher Erwin

Open Reservation

Saturday, February 7, 2026 - 4:00pm

Purpose: Education

GEMS 22 Woodshop Weeks

Related Event: GEMS Cohort 22

Status:

By: Asher Erwin

Open Reservation

Not member reservable

Description

The belt and disc sander is used for sanding in the woodshop. New belts and discs are available in the Store.

Requirements for Use

Required Badge

Belt and Disc Sander

Watch Video

Timestamps

badge Video Timestamps

Adjusting the sander

How to put in belts and discs

Using silicone bar to clean up sandpaper

Pass Quiz

Badge applied after successful quiz

Facilitator Checkout

No Volunteers Currently Assigned

Special Requirements

Eye Protection

Eye protection at or surpassing the ANSI Z87.1-2015 standard for specific tools, as well as at all times when in wood or machine shop.

Secure Loose Items

Including sleeves, headphones, hoodie strings, long hair.

Tool Issue Reporting

Report Malfunction or Damage to Staff

If there is damage or a malfunction of the tool, it should be brought to the staff's attention immediately to ensure safety and proper functioning.

Report to Staff

Request for a Community Maintenance Task

This request will be publicly added to the tasks list for the tool. It's meant to help coordinate volunteers in maintaining the tool. Use this for tasks that can be handled by members.

Request Volunteer Maintenance Task

Report Mess Left at Tool

If someone has left a mess at the tool, please report it so we can ensure the area is clean and ready for use.

Report Mess