The new Shapeoko will need an enclosure before we place it into service.
I will not be oinking.
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I already oink on occasion!
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I consume a conspicuous amount of pork on a weekly basis, in the form of bacon, and loin chops.
I promise not to attempt to consume any of the PIG SIG
I might not be able do a credible “oink”, but as the Machine shop member that does the most machining of plastic; I expect to be a notable PIG, if a mute PIG.
that would be a dingo PIG
The Shapeoko 2 is not dedicated to wood, it’s used for anything except carbon fiber, toxic materials (e.g. treated wood) and anything involving liquids 
We touch on the use of plastics for a couple minutes in the tool basics class. If y’all need some help with the new Shapeoko 3 or classes let me know.
If you’re thinking of toxic materials and carbon fiber I’d think you’d need a much higher quality enclosure than what we have with the current Shapeoko 2. Added benefit: Noise dampener, a palm router will be loud.
Here’s one of the better builds I’ve run across: https://www.simplecove.com/695/shapeoko-xxl-cnc-enclosure-and-cabinet/
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I like the design other than the massive storage underneath. In a single user environment sure, but for our space, take the toolbox clutter and multiply by 10.
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Make the under cabinet locked storage for committee maintenance supplies, spare tooling, supplies, etc.
We could also shorten the cabinet by taking out some height by eliminating one or two drawers from the stack of four if so desired.
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I think it would only be fitting to make it out of acrylic, aluminum & maybe throw some steel in it.
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I definitely want to help making this enclosure. I’m motivated to help as I love to build things like this that serve a long lasting purpose. And I want to learn the new larger Shapeoko as well as I’m considering buying one for home as well. I’m going to the space shortly. If anyone is going to be around, lets talk.
Tim, love the idea for multi materials. Is there a firm direction yet on the general design such as the one from above? Design by committee may not be that beneficial as it could drag on for a very long time. Just my 3 cents.
thank you. there is no power yet, so it may be late June or July before even start trying to get set up.
Building the enclosure doesn’t have to wait though does it? It makes me nervous every time I look at the shapeoko sitting on the floor. It really should be sitting flat on something so the bed doesn’t warp. Is there any reason we can’t get moving on the enclosure?