Machine Research Services

The Machine Research Services group extends and supports the research capabilities of the School of Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering by helping design and create mechanical equipment to researchers’ specifications. Machinists Brad Parker & Blake Baklini have 50+ years of combined experience in designing and building mechanical equipment and are happy to assist. They use their expertise daily with an array of machining equipment and tooling to fabricate novel setups, facilitating a variety of research projects.

The shop equipment includes CNC mills, lathes, grinders, welders and saws, many of which are accurate to 0.001”.  These machines allow the use of various materials, including 316 stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, and plastics, polycarbonate, Teflon, and PEEK.

The shop can consult with researchers to refine designs for the intended application, offering suggestions to reduce construction time and cost and to improve functionality.

There are no project labor charges for the services provided by the Machine Research Services group, but the end users are responsible for the cost of the materials, consumables and specialized tooling required for their projects. Projects are taken on a first-come, first-served basis and lead-times are communicated based on the current workload of the shop. 

Services will not begin until a work order containing a project number and the supervising faculty member’s signature is completed.

Note: We are currently working to implement a new work order system and details will be shared when available. For the time being, please refer to the Machine Research Services Procedures, fill out a job work order sheet and contact us via email, phone or drop in.

Brad Parker e. brad.parker@chbe.gatech.edu p.404.894.2884

Blake Baklini e. blake.baklini@chbe.gatech.edu p. 404.894.2884