Wood Shop
The Wood Shop Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists of
both Level 2 and Level 3 equipment.
Additional training and certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.
Wood Shop Area hand tools should be marked with green tape or paint or powder coating.
Wood Shop Policy, Safety, and Orientation
All Wood Shop users are required to pass the Wood Shop Safety Quiz with 90% or better before attending the in-person orientation.
Emergency Safety - Review the Wood Shop layout to know the nearest emergency exits, eye wash, first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and breaker box incase of emergency.
- By using Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) you are agreeing to the shop policies and to operate equipment and use the space safely. Personal safety is your responsibility.
- Damage to tools, equipment, the shop itself caused by your actions is solely your responsibility.
Impairment - The use of the Wood Shop equipment requires you to be alert, attentive and focused. Do not use the Wood Shop if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Likewise, ensure that you are well rested and alert.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Safety Glasses - Safety glasses are required when you are operating hand or stationary powered tools in the Wood Shop. Additionally, safety glasses are required if you are in the Wood Shop, and someone else is operating powered tools. (ANSI Z87.1-impact resistant) safety glasses are required. These are rated for impact protection and have side shields to provide protection from objects coming from the front and sides. Most prescription glasses are not impact resistant or provide side protection. If you use prescription glasses, then put an ANSI Z87-1 goggle over them.
- Hearing protection - Hearing protection is required when you are operating stationary powered tools, or someone else is operating machinery in the Wood Shop. There are two types of hearing protection
- Soft Foam earplugs are available. To get the best protection roll the foam with your fingers to condense the plug. Pull the top of your ear up and back with the opposite hand, and insert the plug into your ear canal. Hold the plug with your finger for 20-30 seconds to let the plug expand and fill your ear canal. Your voice will sound muffled if the plug has a good seal
- Ear muffs are available. These fit over both ears and have sound attenuating material and soft ear cushion to fit around the ears.
- Respiratory Protection - Particulate filter respirator should be used when significant wood dust is being generated (when emptying the dust collector).
- Shoes - Closed toe shoes are required. If working with heavy lumber, consider safety shoes (steel or composite) to protect your toes if material is dropped.
- Gloves should not be worn when using powered equipment (saws, jointers, drills, etc.) Leather gloves can be worn for handling materials, but not when operating machinery.
- Hair and Clothing - There are many moving parts in the Wood Shop that can get caught and pull you into mechanical equipment. Tie back long hair when operating machinery. Also ensure that sleeves, hoodie strings, and any loose clothing is secured.
- Jewelry - Remove rings, bracelets and any other jewelry that could get caught when operating equipment.
Hazards
The following are a list of hazards that should be considered while working in the Wood Shop.
- Wood Dust - Exposure to wood dust has been associated with a variety of adverse health effects including dermatitis, respiratory effects and cancers. Engineering controls include local exhaust ventilation which removes dust at or near the source. To be effective the dust collection system needs to be maintained. Check and clean the dust collection system to ensure they are working properly. Additionally, particulate filters, or respirators can be worn to protect personnel directly.
- Noise - The machinery in the Wood Shop can exceed 85 decibels in noise. This can impair hearing if you are exposed to it over a sustained amount of time. Noise levels can be reduced by maintaining motors and moving parts in top operating conditions, reducing the speed of operation, ensuring the equipment frames are rigid and isolating noisy equipment on rubber footing. Additionally, hearing protection (ear muffs, and ear plugs) can be used to reduce individual exposure to loud noises while working in this area.
- Electrical Hazards - To minimize the danger of electrical hazards, machines must always be grounded, circuit breakers and fuse boxes labeled, cords, cables and plugs must be in good repair, and outlets and switches must be covered. Report any unsafe condition found by using posting on Red-Tag Issues on Slack and putting a filled out red-tag on the equipment to prevent its use until it is repaired.
- Machine Maintenance - Equipment needs to be properly maintained to function safely. If there is any indication that the machine is not functioning properly, don’t use it. Report any unsafe condition found by using posting on Red-Tag Issues on Slack and putting a filled out red-tag and/or lock-out/tag-out device on the equipment to prevent its use until it is repaired.
- Fire and Explosion - Woodworking facilities contain large quantities of fuel in the form of woods, wood products, sawdust, and flammable materials such as paints, oils finishes, solvents, etc. Sawdust can ignite and burn far more easily than whole pieces of lumber. Regular maintenance must be done to ensure that dust is not accumulating in the area. Electrical panels must be kept clear, fire extinguishers, and exit routes must always be accessible.
- It is important for every user to ensure that they perform effective clean-ups of the equipment and the area to reduce the build up of wood dust, the separation of flammable materials, the proper maintenance of equipment.
Reporting Issues
Injuries
If there is a personal injury requiring medical attention, dial 911 and obtain medical treatment. Report any accidents or personal safety issues (including near-misses) as soon as possible with one of these methods:
- Fill out the PPM Accident Report by clicking this link
- Call (719) 445-6253 and leave a detailed message including:
- Your name and phone number
- Who was injured and their phone number
- Describe the injury, part of body,
- Detail what type of medical attention was sought
- Describe how the accident occurred (including the equipment that was being used.
- Send a direct message to the Executive Director on Slack
- Send an email to the Board of Directors at [[1]]
- Include all the same information listed above
Equipment Issues
Red-Tag Equipment – If equipment needs repairs, place a red-tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack, # red-tag-issues page. This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment promptly.
Equipment Information
Be knowledgeable about the equipment that you are using.
- There are laminated placards with detailed equipment information hanging on each of the large Wood Shop power equipment. These can also be found in the PPM Wiki under Wood Shop- Training (e.g., PPM Jointer Safety and Operations)
- More detailed information can be found on the PPM Wiki/Wood Shop page. Vendor supplied Operation, Instruction, and parts lists can be found as links on that page. Most equipment manuals have specific information on capabilities, maintenance, adjustments, and parts lists. Use the specific equipment manual for setup, changing blades, auxiliary attachments, alignments, and general maintenance.
- Additionally, there are tutorial videos on-line that provide general information on many of the Wood Shop tools, techniques, and safeguards.
Dust Collection and Air Handler – Woodworking creates wood chips, dust and fine dust. There are three reasons for dust collection.
- Fine particulate matter is a health hazard that can be a respiratory irritant in the near-term, and a more serious health condition with long-term exposure.
- Fire Danger – A Wood Shop without dust collection has combustible dust everywhere, floors, tools, light fixtures, machinery housing, furnaces, electrical boxes. The amount of dust increases the chance for a fire start or acceleration if in contact with heaters, hot fixtures, machine housing, etc.
- Annoyance – True craftsmen work to precision high quality standards. Chips and dust can impact accuracy, joinery, final finishes, and the quality of the final product. Dust in machinery means more maintenance is needed. Plus, people prefer to work in clean environments.
Scan the Wood for Metal - Use a hand-held metal detector wand on all reclaimed wood stock. It will locate remaining screws, nails and other metal parts. Any identified metal needs to be removed prior to cutting or shaping on woodworking equipment.
Upcycled Wood - Don’t bring any wood that has lead paint, bugs, or toxic materials to PPM Wood Shop. Paint must be removed prior to bringing to PPM for any up-cycled lumber project. Many pallets are treated with toxic pesticides, such as methyl bromide. Additionally, there can be residuals of toxic chemicals left on pallets, or bacteria from food shipments. Here are some resources about reclaimed wood:
https://earth911.com/health/how-to-safely-use-pallet-wood/
https://rockinwoodusa.com/is-reclaimed-wood-safe/
Recycling wood has ecological and aesthetic value. But, only if it is not exposing you and PPM members to hazardous materials.
Materials that are not allowed in the Wood Shop - The equipment in the Wood Shop can be used on solid wood, plywood, and MDF (medium density fiberboard). It should not be used for metals or plastics, composite decking material (e.g.,Trex). These materials are not compatible with the blades and bits in the Wood Shop tools.
Material use in the Wood Shop:
- Allowed
- Solid wood
- Plywood
- MDF (medium density fiberboard)
- Upcycled/recycled wood (see caution on use above)
- Not appropriate for saws in Wood Shop - not compatible with blades and bits in Wood Shop
- Plastics
- Metals
- Composite decking material (e.g. Trex)
No Paint or Solvents are to be applied in the Wood Shop. There are too many combustible materials in the Wood Shop. Use the ventilated room, outdoors, or other location for applying paints or solvent based finishes.
Check-in/ Check-out form
All woodshop users are required to use the Check-in/ Check-out form when using the shop areas.
Clean-up
It is said, “Woodworking projects tend to have 3 parts: Plan it. Build it. Clean up after it.”
- Clean-up the area and equipment that you used. All equipment should be ready for the next user to walk right up and use.
- Return all hand tools to their proper location after use. If you don't know where it goes, ask an area leader. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
- Go to the Cleaning Sequence sheets hanging on the Wood Shop door. More details below.
Cleaning Sequence (Required)
To ensure that the deep cleaning of the space is maintained, all members are required to do a cleaning task from the sequence flip chat.
If you have comments about the cleaning sequence, leave a note on the Check-out form.
Classes and Training
New Member Orientation
Area Captains -- Volunteers needed
- Dust Deputy -- Vincent Flowers
- Wood Shop Configuration Captain -- Vincent Flowers
- Lathe Captain -- Lucas Weismann
- Table Saw Captain -- Bri Pomerantz
- Sanding Station Captain -- Volunteers needed
- Bandsaw Captain -- Jeff Rossmanith
- To help out in the Wood Shop Area, contact any of the Area Leaders on Slack.
View all PPM Area Captains
Classes
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
Training
- Check-in/ Check-out REQUIRED (use the QR Code)
- Remember to always use the hand held metal detector, especially when using a SawStop.
- Let the tool do the work. Don't force it.
Tips
Links to other sites (external links):
For Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #wood-shop
The following pages contain historical information. The pages are provided for reference only.
• Introduction to Woodworking (14:45, 15 November 2015)
Equipment Lists
POWERMATIC Equipment List
| Picture | Item | Training Video Link | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Power Requirements |
Manual | Estimated Value |
Owner | Status |
| 6" Belt/ 12" Disc Combination Sander  |
 |
POWERMATIC 30B | 3-phase | Replacement Parts | PPM | Not yet installed
(01/19/23), (500 lbs) | |||
 |
planer, 15", 4" Dust Port |
|
POWERMATIC 15HH | Single Phase, 230V, 60Hz, 15A | Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
(2017) |
$4,000 |
PPM | Up and Operational
(01/08/22) | |
 |
lathe, 18" extension, swing away tail stock, ONEWAY bowl chuck |
|
POWERMATIC 3520B | Single Phase, 220V, 60Hz | POWERMATIC whitepaper | $7,000 |
PPM (donated by Jim Kueck) |
Up and Operational (03/27/22) | |
 |
14" bandsaw, rip and cross-cut fences, 5" riser |
|
POWERMATIC PWBS‑14 | Single Phase, 115V, 60Hz, 11A | Operating Instructions and Parts Manual | $900 |
PPM (donated by Jim Kueck) |
||
table saw, 2 hp, 48" Beisemeyer fence |
|
POWERMATIC PM66 | 3-phase | no | $1,500 |
PPM (donated by Jim Kueck) |
|||
Number |
Requirements |
Value |
Sharpening and Sanding Equipment List
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Manual | Estimated Value |
Owner |
 |
8" bench grinder on pedestal, blue and white grinding stones, Wolverine and Veritas sharpening devices, buffing wheel and compounds | JET | JWBG‑8 |  |
$500 |
PPM (donated by David Wasmer, Sr.) |
| variable speed buffer and buffing wheels |  |
DeWALT DWP849 | $200 |
PPM (donated by David Wasmer, Sr.) | ||
| 3M
sanding belts, disks and sheets |
 |
$100 |
PPM (donated by David Wasmer, Sr.) | |||
 |
precision ground granite block, 12"x18"x3" | ? | ? | $200 |
PPM (donated by David Wasmer, Sr.) | |
Number |
Value |
- Do not store tools, or anything, on our granite block to avoid damage to its surface.
Wood Shop Equipment List
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Power Requirements | Manual | Estimated Value |
Owner |
 |
8" Jointer with Shelix cutting head installed | JET | JJ-8CS | single phase,
110 Volts, 15 Amps, 60HZ |
$1,000 |
PPM | |
 |
AIR FILTRATION SYSTEM
with remote |
BAILEIGH | AFS-2400 | single phase,
110 Volts, 14 Amps, 60HZ |
OPERATOR'S MANUAL | ($1,853 new) |
PPM (donated by TITAN ROBOTICS)
Installed 04/07/22 |
 |
Oscillating
Edge Belt / Spindle Sander |
RIDGID | EB4424 0 | single phase,
110 Volts, 6 Amps, 60HZ |
Manual | $250 |
On loan from
Wentworth Aggregates LLC |
 |
12" Sliding Compound
Miter Saw, dust hood & RIGID vacuum |
|
DeWALT DW708 | single phase,
110 Volts, 13 Amps, 60HZ |
$350 |
Les | |
 |
wood tool sharpener | WORK SHARP | WS3000 | single phase,
110 Volts, 2 Amps, 60HZ |
$200 |
John Norton | |
 |
Router and Shaper with bits on rolling carts | DELTA | ? | single phase,
110 Volts, 9 Amps, 60HZ |
? |
PPM | |
 |
24" 2-speed fan
in rolling frame |
UTILITECH PRO | ? | ? |
PPM | ||
 |
Box fan,
20", 3-speed |
LASKO | N/A | $30 |
PPM | ||
| 6" Disk 4" Belt Sander | WEN | 6502T | single phase,
110 Volts, 4.3 Amps, 60HZ |
$120 |
PPM | ||
| 1" x 30" belt & 5" disk sander | Dremel | ? | single phase,
110 Volts, 3 Amps, 60HZ |
$75 |
PPM | ||
| Free standing dust collector & vacuum | Dust Deputy & Craftsmen | ? | $150 |
PPM | |||
| Dust Collector 1.5HP 6" inlet | DELTA | ? | $550 |
PPM | |||
| Floor drill press | PORTER-CABLE | ? | single phase,
110 Volts, 8 Amps, 60HZ |
$500 |
PPM | ||
| Mobile Base, Adjustable Universal | HTC | HTC2000 | N/A | yes, and | $80 |
PPM (donated by Jim Kueck) | |
| overarm table saw blade guard and dust collector | SOMMERVILLE DESIGN | EXCALIBUR | N/A | no | $150 |
PPM | |
Number |
Value |
Cable Management
by Nick Hopkins
(11/06/22)
Sanding station
with RIGID vacuum
(04/26/22)- Table saw tall fence jig.jpg
Table Saw
tall fence jig
front 
Table saw
tall fence jig
back with clamps- Emergency Stop Switch.jpg
Table Saw
Emergency Stop
switch cover 
AFS-2400
nameplate
3520B POWERMATIC lathe 
Lathe chuck 
Lathe tools 
Bench grinder 
POWERMATIC
bandsaw
POWERMATIC
bandsaw
POWERMATIC
table saw
PM 66
nameplate- Powermatic 66 Inspection tag.jpg
Powermatic 66 Inspection tag 
JET Jointer
nameplate
FESTOOL Equipment List -- Level 3 Tools
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Owner | Status |
 |
Track Saw |
 |
TS 55 EQ | $550 |
John Norton | Working |
 |
Sander (Half Sheet) |
|
RS 2-E-Plus | $350 |
John Norton | Working |
 |
Sander (Orbital) |
|
ETS 150/5 EQ-Plus | $350 |
John Norton | Working |
 |
Dust Collector |
|
CLEANTEC CT 22 E | $600 |
John Norton | Working |
| Multifunction Table |
|
1080 | $760 |
John Norton | Working | |
Number |
Value |
FESTOOL
Track Saw,
in Systainer
FESTOOL
Orbital Sander,
in Systainer
FESTOOL
Half Sheet Sander,
in Systainer
Power Tools
'A Tool Is Just An Opportunity With A Handle' ~Kevin Kelly
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Manual | Estimated Value |
Owner |
 |
COMPACT ROUTER
M18 FUEL |
Milwaukee | link | $200 |
PPM,
New 01/01/23 | |
 |
JIG SAW
M18 FUEL D-Handle |
Milwaukee | link | $200 |
PPM,
New 12/17/22 | |
 |
Circular Saw,
185mm |
 |
Makita | PPM (donated by David Wasmer, Sr.) | ||
 |
Router | |
Makita | PPM (donated by David Wasmer, Sr.) | ||
 |
RECIPROCATING SAW | |
DeWALT
DW304P |
$100 |
Greg C. (?) | |
 |
JIG SAW | |
DeWALT
DW331 |
$150 |
John Norton | |
 |
Jig Saw | BOSCH | 1590EVS | PPM | ||
 |
AIR NAILER/
STAPLER |
CENTRAL PNEUMATIC | 64269 | $30 |
PPM,
New, (12/14/21) | |
 |
Biscuit
Joiner |
Craftsman | $130 |
PPM
(donated by John Norton) | ||
| Circular
Saw |
Craftsman | $50 |
PPM | |||
| Belt Sander (handheld) | Craftsman | $50 |
PPM | |||
| Belt Sander (handheld) |  |
RYOBI | ??? | |||
 |
Orbital Sander | PORTER-CABLE | Quicksand | PPM | ||
 |
Mouse Sander/ Polisher |
 |
BLACK&DECKER FMS50 | $25 |
PPM | |
Number |
Value |
Clamps
| Item | Manufacturer | Quantity | Price Each |
Owner | |
| 6" Wooden Handscrew Clamps | ROCKLER | Wooden Handscrew Clamps | 2 |
$14 |
PPM |
| 8" Quick Clamp | Irwin | Quick Grip | 2 |
$10 |
PPM |
| 12" Quick Clamp | Irwin | Quick Grip | 2 |
$12 |
PPM |
| 36" Quick Clamp | Irwin | Quick Grip | 1 |
$36 |
Bill Epperson |
| 30" Bessey Pipe Bar Clamp | Bessey | 4 |
$20 |
Bill Epperson | |
| 48" Bessey Pipe Bar Clamp | Bessey | 2 |
$20 |
Bill Epperson | |
| 60" Bessey Pipe Bar Clamp | Bessey | 2 |
$20 |
Bill Epperson | |
| 36" Quick Release Steel Bar Clamp | Jorgensen | CABINENT MASTER 8036 | 5 |
$50 |
PPM |
| 6" Quick Release Bar Clamp | PITTSBURGH | 2 |
$3 |
Bill Epperson | |
| 12" Quick Release Bar Clamp | PITTSBURGH | 0 |
PPM | ||
| 18" Quick Release Bar Clamp | PITTSBURGH | 0 |
PPM | ||
| 24" Quick Release Bar Clamp | PITTSBURGH | 2 |
$6 |
PPM | |
| 30" Quick Release Bar Clamp | PITTSBURGH | 0 |
PPM | ||
| 36" Quick Release Bar Clamp | PITTSBURGH | ITEM 60539 | 6 |
$9 |
PPM (donated by David Wasmer, Sr.) |
| 60" Quick Release Bar Clamp | PITTSBURGH | ITEM 60673 | 2 |
$18 |
PPM |
| 50" CLAMP & CUT EDGE GUIDE | PITTSBURGH | ITEM 66581 | 1 |
$20 |
PPM |
| 6" Ratcheting Bar Clamp | PITTSBURGH | 0 |
PPM | ||
| 12" Ratcheting Bar Clamp | PITTSBURGH | 6 |
$4 |
PPM | |
| 24" Ratcheting Bar Clamp | PITTSBURGH | 0 |
PPM | ||
Each |
Hand Tools
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Owner |
 |
10 Million Dollar Stick | FastCap | $20 |
PPM | |
 |
HAND HELD
METAL DETECTOR |
EASYVIEW TECHNOLOGY | GC-101H | $20 |
PPM |
 |
Forstner bit set
(16 bits) |
? |
PPM | ||
Number |
Value |
- Wood Shop Area hand tools should be marked with green 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
- A SawStop table saw (delivered 02/05/23!)
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 |
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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 "Sheet Goods" 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.
Software
Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):
Member Showcase
- Wooden boxes by Jack Keenan.jpg
Wooden boxes
by Jack K. 
Miniature wooden wheelbarrow
by Mike K.
Squirrel feeding 
Squirrel Feeder
by Mike K.
Tea Candle Holders
by Mike K.
- For even more member projects, visit our #showcase channel on Slack, or follow our social media links.
See Also
Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):
Curated Links
Links to other sites (external links):
- LibraryThing -- Our wood working-related books
Other Fun Stuff
Links to other sites (external links):
- Vintage Machinery Photo Index -- POWERMATIC
- Stumpy Nubs Woodworking Journal - YouTube
- Inkscape Tutorial, For Engineers And Shaper Origin Users
- Welding for Woodworkers
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