Mechanical Workshops are an independent unit, which together with Optical Workshops form Department No. 31. This Department is a part of the Optics Division. In the workshops, we manufacture new parts, and we machine, modify or service components that are intended primarily for optical instruments and devices used by the Optics Division. All items are processed according to approved blueprints and in compliance with any relevant safety standards. 

Machinery equipment of Mechanical Workshops under Department 31: 

  • The Haas VF-3YT machine is equipped with a modern vertical CNC machining center designed for precision milling of medium to large parts. The maximum range of axes is X1000mm; Y650 mm; Z600 mm. C AXIS Faceplate diameter 310mm; length approx. 650 mm.
  • Milling of workpieces of up to 270 x 900 mm using FA 3, FN32, FN 40, CNC FVP30 milling machines, according to provided models
  • Turning of diameters of up to approx. 400 mm using SU 50, SV 18RA, SM 16A lathes.
  • Grinding of surfaces, round parts, and tools using BPH 20, 2 UD, BN 102 grinders
  • Drilling work using a VS 20B stand drilling machine.
     
The mechanical workshops include a tool supply room, which provides for the rental of tools and hand tools.

The supply room is located in the workshop premises: room no. 70 - Mr. Šeda (representing Mr. Uher - workshop no. 68, bell), Na Slovance 1999/2, 182 21 Prague 8.

Opening hours: every working day from 7 to 11 a.m. and from 12 to 2 p.m.

The maximum loan period is 10 working days (for signing in the workbook). Long-term loans are possible on the employee's record card.

The head of the department of a specific employee is responsible for loss or damage.