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| − | [[File:Level_3_badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|100x100px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_3_badge.png]] | + | [[File:Level_3_badge.png|alt=Level 3 badge|left|frameless|100x100px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_3_badge.png]]Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, software, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality. |
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| + | The Welding Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 3 equipment. | ||
Additional training and certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.. | Additional training and certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.. | ||
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==Classes and Training== | ==Classes and Training== | ||
===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/New_Member_Orientation New Member Orientation]=== | ===[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/New_Member_Orientation New Member Orientation]=== | ||
| − | ===Area Leader -- Leaders needed=== | + | ===Area Leader -- Leaders needed === |
:To help out in the Welding Area contact the Area Leader on Slack. | :To help out in the Welding Area contact the Area Leader on Slack. | ||
===Classes=== | ===Classes=== | ||
| − | : Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] | + | :Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup'''] |
| − | ===Training=== | + | ===Training === |
Links to external sites: | Links to external sites: | ||
:[https://store.generalair.com/courses/colorado-springs/ '''Learn to weld for $50 at General Air'''] | :[https://store.generalair.com/courses/colorado-springs/ '''Learn to weld for $50 at General Air'''] | ||
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===[[Donations Received]]=== | ===[[Donations Received]]=== | ||
===[[Wish List#Metal Shop|Wish List]]=== | ===[[Wish List#Metal Shop|Wish List]]=== | ||
| − | : Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make. | + | :Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make. |
==Benefits and Policies== | ==Benefits and Policies== | ||
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:[https://www.esabna.com/us/en/education/index.cfm '''ESAB Knowledge Center'''] | :[https://www.esabna.com/us/en/education/index.cfm '''ESAB Knowledge Center'''] | ||
| − | ==Other Fun Stuff== | + | == Other Fun Stuff == |
Links to external sites: | Links to external sites: | ||
:'''[https://www.woodcraft.com/blog_entries/welding-for-woodworkers-1 Welding for Woodworkers]''' -- woodcraft.com | :'''[https://www.woodcraft.com/blog_entries/welding-for-woodworkers-1 Welding for Woodworkers]''' -- woodcraft.com | ||
Revision as of 22:00, 28 June 2023
Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, software, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.
The Welding Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.
Additional training and certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment..
Welding Area hand tools should be marked with pink tape or paint or powder coating.
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
- use this when ordering pizza or an ambulance
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.
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.
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 the QR code on the hazardous chemical storage cabinet or 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.
Flammables Cabinet
in the Vented Room
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.
Classes and Training
New Member Orientation
Area Leader -- Leaders needed
- To help out in the Welding Area contact the Area Leader on Slack.
Classes
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
Training
Links to external sites:
For Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #metal-shop
- 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 community.
The following pages contain historical information. The pages are provided for reference only.
Intro to Welding.pdf
Equipment Lists
Welding Equipment
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
 |
Welder,
MIG, TIG and stick |
Esab | multimaster 260 |
| Titanium 45A
plasma cutter |
|||
| HEAVY DUTY CUTTING & WELDING KIT | FIREPOWER | OXYFUEL 350 | |
| TORCH CART | N/A | N/A | |
| ACETYLENE CYLINDER | N/A | 10 CF | |
| OXYGEN CYLINDER | N/A | 20 CF | |
| metal table,
2' x 8’ 40” tall |
N/A | N/A | |
Number |
Welding curtain
Metal Shop side
Welding curtain
Wood Shop side
Hand Tools
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
| BESSEY CORNER METAL CLAMP | BESSEY | WSM-9 | |
| WELDING HELPER PLIERS | EASTWOOD | 081806A | |
| ACE LOCK | ACE HARDWARE | CODE 1551 | |
| ADJUSTABLE WRENCH | FULLER | ||
| LOCKING C CLAMP | IRWIN | 9SP | |
| WELDING CLAMP/PLIERS | HOBART | 770115 | |
Number |
- Welding Area hand tools should be marked with pink tape or paint or powder coating.
- Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
Donations Received
Wish List
- Pikes Peak Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.
Benefits and Policies
- 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.
Equipment Reservations
Materials
- Donate for "General Supplies" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff
- Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
Red Tags
Scrap and Trash
- Trash day is MONDAY
- Recycling day is MONDAY (96 gallon tote)
- Single Stream Recycling provided by Waste Connections. Paper, cardboard, cans, glass, and one time use plastics.
- Empty recycling and trash into our dumpster at the back (south side) of the building.
- Always leave the space better than you found it.
Related Software
Links to other PPM Wiki pages:
See Also
Links to other PPM Wiki pages:
Curated Links
Links to external sites:
Other Fun Stuff
Links to external sites:
- Welding for Woodworkers -- woodcraft.com
- Jamie Hyneman On Welding in His Workshop
- J-B WELD -- Worlds' Strongest Bond
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