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'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.'''
'''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 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.


* We provide a facility with space and equipment for people to create physical items for fun and for education. PPM also is a place to gather interested people for all manner of classes and instruction.
* 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 physically located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA.
* We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, EIN&nbsp;(Tax&nbsp;ID Number): 81<span></span>-0876257
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* 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 -- SawStop|SawStop]]''' and '''[[Laser -- BOSS|BOSS  Laser]]'''
::'''[[Wood Shop — SawStop table saw|SawStop table saw]]'''
::Under development, 03/11/22 Steve Leininger
::'''[[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'''
!'''Admin Link'''
|'''Description'''
!'''Description'''
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|'''[https://app.slack.com/client/T9WJLU7TK/C01CST3E0LA Slack]'''
|'''[https://app.slack.com/client/T9WJLU7TK/C01CST3E0LA Slack]'''
|The official communication solution for&nbsp;PPM
|''The main method of communication for&nbsp;PPM''
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|'''[https://github.com/PikesPeakMakerspace/welcome-display GitHub]'''
|Service for software development and version control using Git
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|'''Google Docs'''
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|'''Google Forms'''
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|[https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1w64QIMzgcL5asnWsHt--_SfCBWMR6G0I&ll=38.87337097871855%2C-104.76426397564956&z=12&#x5D; '''Google&nbsp;Maps member discounts''']
|[https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1w64QIMzgcL5asnWsHt--_SfCBWMR6G0I&ll=38.87337097871855%2C-104.76426397564956&z=12&#x5D; '''Google&nbsp;Maps<br>member&nbsp;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&nbsp;Maps local resources''']
|[https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1RAjYygu317P2n9vz9k_NNo84QnjfAFMZ&ll=38.879565668710335%2C-104.7948964&z=11 '''Google&nbsp;Maps<br>local resources''']
|Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography
|Provides route planning, street images and aerial photography
|-
|'''[https://joinit.com/ Join It]'''
|Member management software
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|'''[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve Jotform]'''
|Online form builder, online survey tool
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|'''[https://www.librarything.com/catalog/PikesPeakMakerspace LibraryThing]'''
|an easy, library-quality catalog
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|'''[https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/ Meetup]'''
|Used to schedule classes and collect payments for tickets (via&nbsp;PayPal)
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|'''[https://mailchimp.com/ Mailchimp]'''
|marketing automation and email marketing platform
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|'''[https://www.anveo.com/ ANVEO]'''
|VOIP phone service
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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.make.com/en make]'''
 
|build and automate anything in one powerful visual platform
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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 training
|Provides eligible organizations with donated and discounted software, hardware, services, and&nbsp;training
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|'''[https://www.waiverforever.com/ WaiverForever]'''
|For small business owners to electronically handle waiver forms
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|'''[https://www.wildapricot.com/ WildApricot]'''
|Cloud software to automate and simplify membership tasks and host the PPM&nbsp;website
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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''']
|02/19/23
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==Equipment==
==Equipment==
:'''Air compressor(s)'''
:'''Air compressor(s) (in Shed)'''
:'''Chain hoist (in Metal Shop)'''
:'''Chain hoist (in Metal Shop)'''
:'''Furniture dollies (2)'''
:'''Furniture dollies (2)'''
:'''Hand trucks (2-wheelers)'''
:'''Hand trucks / 2-wheelers'''
:'''Ladders'''
:'''Ladders'''
:'''Pallet jack'''
:'''Pallet jack'''
:'''Scaffolds'''
:'''Scaffolds'''
:'''Tool carts'''
:'''Tool carts'''
:'''Security cameras'''
:'''Security patrol'''


==The Building==
==The Building==
'''Our address is 735 E. Pikes Peak Avenue. We are just (7 blocks) east of downtown Colorado Springs.'''
'''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: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:Woodland Furniture ad.jpg|alt=Woodland Furniture vintage ad|<center>'''Woodland Furniture ad<br>get a free Tomato Plant(!)<br>''May 1974'''''</center>


The building is about 5,500 square feet, on the former campus of the Gazette Telegraph (Colorado Springs newspaper).<br>
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File:PPM Members 2022-10-02 16.16.51.jpg|alt=PPM Members gathered at the front of the building|'''PPM Members gathered at the<br>front/north side of the building<br>''2022-10-02'''''
File:Building sign 5.jpg|alt=Finished sign|'''Finished sign<br>''May 2018'''''
File:Building sign 4.jpg|alt=Volunteers cleaning up|'''Volunteers cleaning up<br>''May 2018'''''
File:Building sign 1.jpg|alt=Pikes Peak Makerspace building|'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM)<br>735 E. Pikes Peak Ave.<br>''June 2016'''''
File:Building DON'S CYCLES.jpg|alt=DON'S CYCLES vintage photo|'''DON'S CYCLES<br>front/north side of the building<br>''July 1990'''''
File:Woodland Furniture ad.jpg|alt=Woodland Furniture vintage ad|'''Woodland Furniture ad<br>''May 1974'''''
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:'''Security cameras'''
:'''Security patrol'''
:'''Parking'''
::Free off-street parking for members and guests, north and south sides&nbsp;of&nbsp;building
::Free off-street parking, west side of building during special events
::'''[[New Member Orientation#Parking at PPM|Parking Policies]]'''


==Related Pages ==
== Additional Help ==
'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
Use the PPM Slack channel #computing


:'''[[Early Supporters of PPM]]'''
Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the&nbsp;community.
:'''[[Colorado Springs]]'''
:'''[[QR Codes]]'''
:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Windows'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]


==For Additional Help ==
:Use the PPM Slack channel #computing
:[[How To Slack#PPM Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the&nbsp;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.



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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

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.

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.

Eye Wash Stations

Emergency Eye & Face Wash Stations are mounted in four areas: the Kitchen, Wood Shop, CNC Room and Vented Room.

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.

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.

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)
SawStop table saw
BOSS Laser
Thunder Laser

PPM Admin Links

Services we use at Pikes Peak Makerspace
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
Check if a website or app is down for everyone or just you.

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)!

King Soopers has 12 grocery stores in Colorado Springs

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).

Parking at PPM

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.