Wood Shop — Festool power tools
The Festool power tools in the Wood Shop Area are on loan to Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) and are Level 3 tools.
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
Additional PPM training and then PPM certification is required to use any Level 3 equipment.
Our trainers are passionate about sharing their knowledge and ensuring a positive learning experience for all.
We are grateful for their commitment and dedication to our community.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.
Festool Orientation
How to Become PPM-Certified to use the Festool equipment
Contact the Owner of the tools directly on Slack.
Festool External Training
FESTOOL Owner's Manuals
Festool Owners Group
FESTOOL 3D Models — on Printables.com
Festool Equipment List — Level 3 Tools
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Owner |
 |
Track Saw |
 |
FESTOOL
TS 55 EQ |
John Norton |
 |
Sander (Half Sheet) |
|
FESTOOL
RS 2-E-Plus |
John Norton |
 |
Sander (Orbital) |
|
FESTOOL
ETS 150/5 EQ-Plus |
John Norton |
 |
Dust Collector |
|
FESTOOL
CLEANTEC CT 22 E |
John Norton |
| Multifunction Table |
|
FESTOOL
1080 |
John Norton | |
FESTOOL Track Saw,
in Systainer
FESTOOL Orbital Sander,
in Systainer
FESTOOL Half Sheet Sander,
in Systainer
Benefits
- PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
- (bring proof of membership)
| Company | Website | Benefit | Directions to |
 |
Woodcraft of Colorado Springs | 10% discount | 4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway |
 |
CO Lumber Specialties | 10% discount | 3636 Stone Avenue |
 |
GENERAL AIR | 10% discount | 3031 N Nevada Ave. |
 |
ACE Hardware Uintah Gardens | 10% discount | 1830 W Uintah Street |
- Map of stores that provide PPM member discounts
- Map of helpful local resources curated by our makers
- At home LightBurn subscriptions can be purchased at a discounted rate for being a PPM member.
- The discount code is saved as a Pinned Message in our 'laser-cutter' channel in Slack.
Policies
- Materials
- Donate for "Sheet Goods" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff
- Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
- Red Tags — designate broken equipment
Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #wood-shop
- Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.
Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any information that is outdated.