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'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) | '''Things to know about Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM):''' | ||
* We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes Peak Region. | |||
* We | * We provide a facility with shared space and shared equipment for people to create for fun and for education. | ||
* | * PPM is also a place to gather interested people for classes and instruction. | ||
* We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community. | * We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community. | ||
* We are | * We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN (Tax ID Number): 81<span></span>-0876257 | ||
* Our physical address is: '''735 East Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903''' | |||
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==Computer Infrastructure== | ==Computer Infrastructure== | ||
:'''Security cameras''' | :'''Security cameras''' | ||
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:'''RFID-controlled entrances (2)''' | :'''RFID-controlled entrances (2)''' | ||
::North and South Doors | ::North and South Doors | ||
:'''RFID tool access''' | :'''RFID tool access (3)''' | ||
::'''[[Wood Shop | ::'''[[Wood Shop — SawStop table saw|SawStop table saw]]''' | ||
:: | ::'''[[Laser — BOSS|BOSS Laser]]''' | ||
::'''Thunder Laser''' | |||
==PPM Admin Links == | ==PPM Admin Links== | ||
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'''Services we use at Pikes Peak Makerspace''' | '''Services we use at Pikes Peak Makerspace''' | ||
!'''Admin Link''' | |||
!'''Description''' | |||
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|'''[https://app.slack.com/client/T9WJLU7TK/C01CST3E0LA Slack]''' | |'''[https://app.slack.com/client/T9WJLU7TK/C01CST3E0LA Slack]''' | ||
|The | |''The main method of communication for PPM'' | ||
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|[https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1w64QIMzgcL5asnWsHt--_SfCBWMR6G0I&ll=38.87337097871855%2C-104.76426397564956&z=12] '''Google Maps member discounts'''] | |[https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1w64QIMzgcL5asnWsHt--_SfCBWMR6G0I&ll=38.87337097871855%2C-104.76426397564956&z=12] '''Google Maps<br>member discounts'''] | ||
|Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography | |Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography | ||
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|[https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1RAjYygu317P2n9vz9k_NNo84QnjfAFMZ&ll=38.879565668710335%2C-104.7948964&z=11 '''Google Maps local resources'''] | |[https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1RAjYygu317P2n9vz9k_NNo84QnjfAFMZ&ll=38.879565668710335%2C-104.7948964&z=11 '''Google Maps<br>local resources'''] | ||
|Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography | |Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography | ||
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|'''[https://www.catchafire.org/ Catchafire]''' | |'''[https://www.catchafire.org/ Catchafire]''' | ||
|Volunteers, nonprofits, and funders working together to solve urgent problems and lift up communities | |Volunteers, nonprofits, and funders working together to solve urgent problems and lift up communities | ||
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|'''[https://www.techsoup.org/ TechSoup]''' | |'''[https://www.techsoup.org/ TechSoup]''' | ||
|Provides eligible organizations with donated and discounted software, hardware, services, and | |Provides eligible organizations with donated and discounted software, hardware, services, and training | ||
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:'''[https://downforeveryoneorjustme.com Check if a website or app is down for everyone or just you.]''' | :'''[https://downforeveryoneorjustme.com Check if a website or app is down for everyone or just you.]''' | ||
==Other Links== | |||
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!'''Link /''' '''Description''' | |||
!'''Date Joined''' | |||
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|'''https://www.kingsoopers.com/account/communityrewards''' | |||
[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:King_Soopers_Community_Rewards.pdf '''King Soopers Community Rewards.pdf'''] | |||
"King Soopers makes donating easy by simply grocery shopping." | |||
''Both Members and non-members can support PPM (easily)!'' | |||
[https://www.kingsoopers.com/stores/grocery/co/colorado-springs '''King Soopers has 12 grocery stores in Colorado Springs'''] | |||
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==Equipment== | ==Equipment== | ||
:'''Air compressor(s) (in Shed)''' | |||
:'''Air compressor(s)''' | |||
:'''Chain hoist (in Metal Shop)''' | :'''Chain hoist (in Metal Shop)''' | ||
:'''Furniture dollies (2)''' | |||
:'''Hand trucks / 2-wheelers''' | |||
:'''Ladders''' | :'''Ladders''' | ||
:'''Pallet jack''' | |||
:'''Scaffolds''' | :'''Scaffolds''' | ||
:'''Tool carts''' | :'''Tool carts''' | ||
:''' | :'''Security cameras''' | ||
:''' | :'''Security patrol''' | ||
==The Building== | ==The Building== | ||
'''Our address is 735 | '''Our address is 735 East Pikes Peak Avenue.''' | ||
We are just (7 blocks) east of downtown Colorado Springs. | |||
The building is about 5,500 square feet, on the former campus of the Gazette Telegraph (Colorado Springs daily newspaper). | |||
'''[[New Member Orientation#Parking at PPM|Parking at PPM]]''' | |||
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File:Building sign 1.jpg|alt=Pikes Peak Makerspace building|<center>'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM)<br>735 E. Pikes Peak Ave.<br>''June 2016'''''</center> | |||
File:PPM outdoor window sign.jpg|alt=PPM outdoor window sign|<center>'''Outdoor (vinyl) window sign<br>for the Makerspace building'''</center> | |||
File:PPM | File:Building DON'S CYCLES.jpg|alt=DON'S CYCLES vintage photo|<center>'''DON'S CYCLES<br>front/north side of the building<br>''July 1990'''''</center> | ||
File:Building DON'S CYCLES.jpg|alt=DON'S CYCLES vintage photo|'''DON'S CYCLES<br> | |||
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:''' | File:Woodland Furniture ad.jpg|alt=Woodland Furniture vintage ad|<center>'''Woodland Furniture ad<br>get a free Tomato Plant(!)<br>''May 1974'''''</center> | ||
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== Additional Help == | |||
Use the PPM Slack channel #computing | |||
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. | |||
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Latest revision as of 16:37, 22 September 2026
Things to know about Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM):
- We are a membership composed of Builders, Tinkerers, Engineers, Artists, Entrepreneurs, Designers, and Educators all mashed up and revolutionizing creativity in the Pikes Peak Region.
- We provide a facility with shared space and shared equipment for people to create for fun and for education.
- PPM is also a place to gather interested people for classes and instruction.
- We are tapped into and support the Colorado Springs startup community.
- We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN (Tax ID Number): 81-0876257
- Our physical address is: 735 East Pikes Peak Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any outdated information.

Safety First
Members must know the following information:
- In case of emergency, call 911.
- Our physical location is:
- 735 East Pikes Peak Avenue
- Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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IN CASE OF
EMERGENCY
sign
PPM Fire Escape Plan
- Fire Escape Plan maps are posted throughout the Makerspace.
- There are 7 fire extinguishers on the fire escape plan map.
- Review the PPM Fire Escape Plan for locations.
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PPM Emergency
Evacuation Plan.pdf -
PPM Fire
Prevention Plan.pdf -
PPM Fire Escape
Plan
First Aid
- There is a FIRST AID Supply Cabinet in our Kitchen Area.
- FIRST AID Kits are available in four areas: the Kitchen, Metal Shop, Wood Shop and CNC Room.
-
FIRST AID
Supply Cabinet -
FIRST AID
Kit
Eye Wash Stations
- Emergency Eye & Face Wash Stations are mounted in four areas: the Kitchen, Wood Shop, CNC Room and Vented Room.
-
Emergency
Eye & Face Wash
Station
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Wear protective equipment in all Wood and Metal Shop Areas.
- Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.
- Gloves should not be worn when using powered equipment (saws, jointers, drills, or other equipment). Leather gloves can be worn for handling materials, but not when operating machinery.
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Hazardous Chemicals
- All hazardous chemicals must be stored in the yellow hazardous chemical storage cabinet located in the Vented Room.
- Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information of unknown products before use.
- SDS information is available via this spreadsheet.
- Do not bring dangerous chemicals to the makerspace.
- Spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the hazardous chemical storage cabinet in the Vented Room.
- Please DO NOT paint indoors.
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Flammables Cabinet
in the Vented Room
Other Hazards
- Avoid placing uncovered (extension) cords, hoses, cables, or wires across the floors of our shops.
Impairment
- The use of PPM equipment requires you to be alert, attentive, and focused.
- Do not use any PPM work area, or any PPM tools, if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Computer Infrastructure
- Security cameras
- Interior and Exterior
- Internet access
- Fiber Gigabit Internet
- RFID-controlled entrances (2)
- North and South Doors
- RFID tool access (3)
- Thunder Laser
PPM Admin Links
| Admin Link | Description |
|---|---|
| Slack | The main method of communication for PPM |
| Google Maps member discounts |
Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography |
| Google Maps local resources |
Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography |
| Catchafire | Volunteers, nonprofits, and funders working together to solve urgent problems and lift up communities |
| TechSoup | Provides eligible organizations with donated and discounted software, hardware, services, and training |
Other Links
| Link / Description | Date Joined |
|---|---|
| https://www.kingsoopers.com/account/communityrewards
King Soopers Community Rewards.pdf "King Soopers makes donating easy by simply grocery shopping." Both Members and non-members can support PPM (easily)! |
02/19/23 |
Equipment
- Air compressor(s) (in Shed)
- Chain hoist (in Metal Shop)
- Furniture dollies (2)
- Hand trucks / 2-wheelers
- Ladders
- Pallet jack
- Scaffolds
- Tool carts
- Security cameras
- Security patrol
The Building
Our address is 735 East Pikes Peak Avenue.
We are just (7 blocks) east of downtown Colorado Springs.
The building is about 5,500 square feet, on the former campus of the Gazette Telegraph (Colorado Springs daily newspaper).
-
Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM)
735 E. Pikes Peak Ave.
June 2016 -
Outdoor (vinyl) window sign
for the Makerspace building -
DON'S CYCLES
front/north side of the building
July 1990 -
Woodland Furniture ad
get a free Tomato Plant(!)
May 1974
Additional Help
Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
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 outdated information.