3D Printing @ The UTSC Library Makerspace

3D Printing @ the UTSC Library Makerspace
Policies & Procedures

Please read the following procedures and policies carefully and closely.

1. Reserving printers

Bookings can be made during the UTSC Library Makerspace's open hours for a minimum of 30 minutes and a maximum of 3 hours per day, and can be made up to two weeks in advance for up to a maximum of 15 hours total per week.

Print jobs must not exceed the duration of the booking.

Orientated users may reserve time on the 3D printer via the UTSC Intranet Makerspce Resources calendar.
 

2. Accessing the UTSC Library Makerspace

To access the UTSC Library Makerspace, orientated users must swipe their TCard on the pillar opposite the Makerspace door to unlock the door for entry. Access is available only during Makerspace opening hours, Monday - Friday, 10am - 5pm.
 

3. Pricing and fees

Payment for printing must be made at a cost of $2.00 per hour, $0.50 per 15 minutes of estimated print time via slicing software Simplify 3D. Payment must be provided before users can start their print. Printing charges apply regardless of the success of the print.

Payments will be accepted via credit or debit only at the library OneDesk.
 

4. Who can print? 

3D Printing at the UTSC Library Makerspace is available to all staff, faculty, and students who are currently engaged with UTSC.

Users must be orientated to operate 3D printers by:

• Attending a Makerspace orientation (sign up for one on the UTSC Intranet)
• Completing the Knowledge Test
• Signing a waiver during the orientation

Users are required to:

• Be responsible for their own designs and the success of their print jobs 
• Be present in the UTSC Library Makrespace at the time of printing and for the duration of the print job (except during overnights)
• Maintain accurate logs of print jobs in the UTSC Library Makerspace printing log
• Reimburse the library for any damage to or loss of library equipment or facilities 
• Abide by the University of Toronto Libraries’ rules and regulations regarding the use of the printer
• Abide by the UTSC Library Makerspace's rules and regulations regarding use of the the Makrespace facilities

Full replacement or repair cost will be charged for lost or damaged equipment.
 

5. Printing policy

Users must sign a waiver agreeing to follow the University of Toronto Libraries’ rules and regulations regarding the use of the printer, and abide to the following:

• There must be no printing of weapons, obscene materials, and other materials that violate the Library’s Conduct Regulations (http://onesearch.library.utoronto.ca/conduct-regulations)
• There must be no infringement of any person’s intellectual property rights, such as copyright, when using the printer to create a work
• Print jobs must not exceed the duration of the reservationities
• Users are responsible for their own designs, and printing charges will apply regardless of the success of the print
   

6. Safety regulations

Users must attend a Makerspace orientation session and sign safety and liability waivers upon completion of training. The waivers confirm users’ awareness that using the printer may result in risk of personal injury or harm.

Users further agree to abide by the following safety training instructions, and all other safety instructions received from the UTSC Library or Makerspace personnel:

• The extrusion print heads are extremely hot during operation (~230 °C) and while cooling down after operation. Never touch the extrusion print heads and always assume the print heads are hot.

• The FlashForge Creator Pro platform is extremely hot during operation (~110 °C) and requires 15 minutes of cooling down after operation. Never touch the heated bed or remove an object from the bed until it has cooled.

• 3D printers have multiple moving parts. Always assume the instrument is under operation before attempting to install or remove any printer component or 3D printed objects. Do not attempt to install or remove components/objects from the instrument until you have verified it is not in use. 

• Tie back any long hair or baggy clothing.

• Do not attempt to make any mechanical adjustments while the printer is in operation. Additionally, if the instrument locks up or gets “jammed” during the operation, do not attempt to manually move any parts of the instrument.

• When removing an object from the print board with the scraper tool, always scrape away from the body. Keep hands clear of the scraper for safety.

• When using the tools at the work bench, users are wearing googles and gloves to protect themselves.

There is a First Aid Kit available on hand for minor cuts and injuries.