Current Princeton University students, staff, and faculty

• Children under the age of 18
• Spouses and/or dependents
• Alumni 
• Pets, service animals are allowed

• Set hours will be posted each semester on our website, Canvas page, and on the doors in the H-wing of the Equad
• Access is only available during open hours when staff are present
• Changes to our posted schedule will be communicated via our Canvas page and posted on the entrance to the space
• Wood Shop tools may be accessed after your project is approved – see our Canvas page for details on the application process

You may drop in and receive instruction from our student employees or staff during open hours for all equipment excluding the wood shop and CNC machines. Videos and guides are available for most of our equipment on our canvas page to help you prepare before your visit.

Yes, the following training is required if you have an approved project:

• Wood Shop – Hybrid Training ~ 2 hours total

Training will be made available once a project has been approved

• CNC Router – Wood Shop Training Outlined Above + Additional In-Person Training, also requires project approval

No, all equipment is offered on a first come first served basis. Exceptions may be made for faculty who coordinate with the Tiger Works manager.

• Long pants and closed-toed shoes are required
• Hair longer than shoulder length must be tied back, hair ties are provided
• Safety glasses are required and provided whenever debris or dust is created 
• Dust masks and ear plugs are provided and recommended if you’re working with dusty or noisy processes
• Headphones are not allowed, a Bluetooth speaker is available
• Loose clothing and jewelry/watches below your wrists must be secured or removed

• Everyone will clean up after themselves – repeatedly leaving a mess will result in having your access to the space revoked
• Ask questions and promote a culture of safety, do not proceed with a new process or start working with an unfamiliar machine without consulting the Tiger Works staff
• Food and drink are are only allowed in H212, they are prohibited in H219
• The following items cannot be made or stored in Tiger Works facilities:
  • Items containing or promoting hate speech 
  • Drug paraphernalia 
  • Weapons
  • Items produced with the intention of sale for profit

• Tiger Works adheres to the Princeton University Rights, Rules, and Responsibilities.
• The Tiger Works manager, School of Engineering and Applied Science leadership, and Princeton University reserve the right to change any and all policies in the future to better support safety and community access.
• Improper or unsafe behavior will not be tolerated. All users are expected to follow safety protocols and treat others with respect. Violations may result in removal from the space or loss of access privileges.
• Use of tools, materials, and equipment in Tiger Works is at the user’s own risk. The facility is not liable for injuries, damages, or losses resulting from improper use or failure to follow safety guidelines.
• Users are responsible for the proper use of all tools, equipment, and materials. If damage occurs due to misuse or negligence, you may be held financially responsible for repair or replacement costs.

The wood shop will be available by appointment after a project has been approved.

Complete this Google Form, and a staff member will follow up with you within 3 business days

Step 1: Complete the canvas training module containing:

• EHS Machine Shop Training
• Machine and Space Specific Training

Step 2: 45 Minute In-person Training

All steps of the training outlined above – both online and in-person – are required and must be completed before you will be allowed access to the space or equipment.

• Long pants and closed toed shoes are required
• Hair longer than shoulder length must be tied back, hair ties are provided
• Safety glasses are required and provided
• Dust masks and ear plugs are recommended and provided
• Headphones are not allowed in the wood shop, a bluetooth speaker is available
• Loose clothing and jewelry/watches below your wrists must be secured or removed

• Food and drinks are prohibited
• Machining of metal is not allowed
• Plastic may be machined based on the approval of the Tiger Works manager

• Always ask for help – if a tool looks, sounds, or acts different than you what you have experienced in the past do not proceed without asking a staff member first
• Do not remove guards or shields when operating the equipment
• You will be provided training for tools that are necessary for your project
• You are expected to seek out additional training or guidance before attempting any unfamiliar processes, do not use equipment if you have not received training 
• You are expected to clean all tools and shared spaces before you leave

Requests are subject to staffing and resource availability. If you are interested in partnering, please contact us as early as possible—at least four weeks in advance of any project launch.

Leigh Cole – leigh.cole@princeton.edu – Tiger Works Lab Manager

Our most updated list of large equipment is available on our website. We also offer a collection of hand and power tools.

• Tours of the space
• Consultations on project feasibility
• Demonstrations on specific pieces of equipment – available on a case by case basis depending on:
  • Our staffing availability
  • The number of students in your course
  • Your proposed project requirements
  • For larger courses we may ask that your TAs receive in-depth training to help support your students
  • We currently do not offer class access to the wood shop

If all students in your course are required to complete a project the materials will need to be paid for through course funds. We can provide:

• an estimate of the materials cost needed for the project
• with four weeks notice the Tiger Works manager can order the appropriate materials once a chart string is provided
• if you plan to provide or order your own materials they must be pre-approved

Yes: exotic hardwoods, pressure treated wood, OSB, particle board, MDF, oil based paints and stains, epoxy and polyester resin, and fiberglass. We do not allow the machining of metal. Machining of plastic is only allowed on certain machines with approval of the manager.

Please Note: Faculty are expected to remain present throughout the time that their students are receiving training, watching demonstrations, and during reserved work time in any of our spaces

We have plastic tubs and a few larger wood cubbies available for checkout.

Yes, we have very limited storage for projects exceeding 24 inches in length, width, or height. If your project will exceed these dimensions please speak with the lab manager before you start working.

1. Locate an empty storage bin – ask a student employee if you need help
2. Scan the QR code located on the Tiger Works check-in desk and fill out the form
3. Renew your storage after 30 days if you are still actively working on the project
4. Once your project is complete and you have moved out of the storage, notify a student employee so they can make the storage available to another student

• Your storage bin will need to be renewed once a month, and should be emptied when your project is complete. 
• These bins are for active projects only, long term storage is not allowed.
• All storage bins must be completely emptied when Tiger Works closes at the end of the school year. If you have active storage you will receive an email outlining a deadline for removal of all items. Any items that are left beyond this date will be considered abandoned and integrated back into Tiger Works stock/scrap bins or thrown away.

No, all tables and workbenches must be cleared before you leave the space. This is a shared facility and we need to make work space available to others. Storing projects on the floor is a tripping hazard and not allowed. Exceptions may be made for overnight glue-ups.

Every effort will be made to contact you to request that you move it. In the event that we cannot contact you, unused materials will be put back into circulation and all other items will be thrown away.

The storage area:

• Is located in a publicly available space
• Does not have a locking door
• Is not actively monitored 

• Do not store items of high monetary or personal value
• The School of Engineering and Applied Science and Princeton University are not responsible for damage, theft or loss of personal property or projects left in the storage or work areas

Requests to use our spaces and equipment are subject to staffing and resource availability. If you are interested in partnering, please contact us as early as possible—at least four weeks in advance.

Leigh Cole – leigh.cole@princeton.edu Tiger Works Lab Manager

Our most updated list of large equipment is available on our website. We also offer a collection of hand and power tools.

• Tours of the space
• Consultations on project feasibility and technical mentorship
• Demonstrations on specific pieces of equipment – available on a case by case basis depending on:
  • Our staffing availability
  • The number of students in your club
  • Your proposed project requirements
  • For larger clubs will ask that one person be designated as the lead contact for club related projects
  • Wood shop projects must be pre-approved, and every individual working on the project must receive certification training to access that space

Tiger Works does not provide materials for large scale club projects. 

We can provide:

• an estimate of the materials cost needed for the project
• with four weeks notice the Tiger Works manager can order the appropriate materials if a chart string is provided
• if you plan to provide your own materials they must be pre-approved by the manager

Yes: exotic hardwoods, pressure treated wood, OSB, particle board, MDF, oil based paints and stains, epoxy and polyester resin, and fiberglass. We do not allow the machining of metal. Machining of plastic is only allowed on certain machines with approval of the manager.