===== Warco 2B5 Pillar Drill =====

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==== Overview ====

The Warco 2B5 Pillar Drill is part of the Warco range of well-engineered, workshop drilling machines. It's features include:

  * Start / stop switch incorporates emergency stop
  * Fitted with rotary / tilting table
  * Positive quill depth stop
  * Isolator switch fitted to belt cover
  * Tee slotted tables fitted

[[https://www.warco.co.uk/drilling-machines-bench-pillar-drills/302909-2b5-bench-mounting-drill-drilling-machine.html|Link to suppliers catalogue page]]

A paper manual is kept for this machine in the Makerspace

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==== Safety & Induction ====

:!: Risk Score **Amber**

:!: Risk Assessment: {{ :equipment:risk_assessments:nmcc_-_risk_assessment_-_pillar_drill_-_17.03.2025.docx | Link }}

:!: Do I need an induction to use this machine? **Yes**

:!: Can I use this machine while lone working? **Yes**

^ PPE      ^ Required / Suggested / Banned      ^
|Eye protection|Required|
|Hearing protection|Required|
|Gloves|Banned|

Always clamp materials where possible.

=== Induction Information ===

:!: Do I need an induction to use this machine?: **Yes**

  * You can get an induction for this machine by submitting a request to contact@newportmakerspace.org, or by completing [[https://forms.gle/bCzqRAGGd8Da9bwJ8|this google form]]
  * An induction for this machine is expected to take up to 30 minutes
  * The induction will cover setup and safe usage of the machine

==== Maintenance History ====

Date next maintenance is due: **01/04/2026**

^ Date      ^ Member ID      ^ Notes          ^
| 01/10/2025 | John O | PAT test completed |
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