Infrastructure at PPM
Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into a reality.
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
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.
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.
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
Makerspace Server
Computer | System | Estimated Value | CPU | Memory | Storage | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Server | Dell R720 | $500 |
6 core Xeon E5-2620 @ 2.00GHz (2x) | 64GB ECC DDR3 1333 MHz | WD 300GB (16x)
SAS Interface, Usable size 1.6T |
PPM | Working |
- Pi-hole Network-wide Ad Blocking
- Wi-Fi (Fiber Gigabit Internet, included with membership)
- RFID tool access (under development, 03/11/22 Steve Leininger)
- Ring video doorbell (north door)
- Security cameras (interior and exterior)
- RFID-controlled entrances (2 -- north and south doors)
Equipment
- Air compressor(s)
- Chain hoist (in Metal Shop)
- Ladders
- Scaffolds
- Tool carts
- Furniture dollies (2)
- Hand trucks (2-wheelers)
- Pallet jack donated 02/21/22 by Qualtek Manufacturing
- Pallet jack (large, blue) on loan from Downtown Colorado Springs Partnership
Exterior
The Building
- Exterior lighting
- Security cameras
- Parking (free)
- Roof, drone footage
- Roof, solar panels, (stored, not installed)
- Construction in our neighborhood
See Also
Other Fun Stuff
- Our building murals
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