Metal Shop Orientation: Tool Caddy

​In this orientation to the metal shop, each student will build a handy tool caddy while learning the primary sheet metal handling tools at the shop. This course will cover all of the basic sheet metal tools and techniques: design and layout the project, cut metal to size using the jump shear, form the tray using a sheet metal brake. Learn to rivet as you attach the handle.​

Instructor Levi Crumley 

Great For

• ​​Ages 16+ (Minors require a parent/guardian present during class)

• Beginners, no prior metal working experience needed

Skills Toolbox

• Designing in sheet metal

• ​Layout for sheet metal

• Bending sheet metal

Tool Clearances

(Idea Foundry workshop members who have taken this class are cleared for independent use of these tools in the shop. Learn more about membership here.)

• Jump/Step shear

• Bar bender

• Metal Brake

• Corner punch

• Hole punch

• Rivet gun

Pairs Well With

If you're interested in metal working, we suggest checking out the Metal Shop Orientation: Riveted Box with Hinged Lid class too!

Plan Your Visit

All materials and safety equipment supplied.  Students are required to wear closed-toe shoes and long pants to participate, and sturdy footwear (e.g. tennis shoes or boots) is recommended. Plan to arrive for class about 10-15 min early and check in at the front desk.  Our main entrance is on State Street, with parking lot entrance on State St. as well. IF parking and street parking available.

Tickets:

Idea Foundry Member - $70

Non Member - $80