Metal Shop
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 Metal Shop Area at PPM consists mostly of Level 3 equipment.
Additional training and certification is required to use any of our Level 3 equipment.
Metal Shop 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 -- Josh Harlow
- To help out in the Metal Shop Area contact the Area Leader on Slack.
Classes
- Classes for the the Grizzly combination machine are split into individual Mill and Lathe Classes.
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
Training
Links to external sites:
- Evolution Power Tools -- on YouTube
- G-code -- Wikipedia entry
Tips
- Let the tool do the work. Don't force it.
- Before using air tools add 1 drop of air tool oil
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.
Equipment Lists
Metal Shop Equipment
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Power Requirements |
Manual |
 |
metal band saw |
DoALL | M602 | no | |
 |
Metal Cutting Chop Saw 14" blade |
evolution POWER TOOLS | evoSAW | yes | |
 |
5 in.
Bench Grinder on stand |
CRAFTSMAN | |||
 |
6 in.
Bench Grinder on stand |
CRAFTSMAN | |||
| shopmaster eldorado
bridge mill |
shopmaster | yes | |||
| 30" BENDING BRAKE | CENTRAL MACHINERY | 61791 | Owner's Manual | ||
| vacuum
former |
PLAST-O-CRAFT | ||||
| TOOL PRESS
1/2 TON |
JANESVILLE | ILP-500 | ON LINE | ||
| METAL
BAND SAW (horizontal) |
WELLS | Wellsaw 58B | Review | ||
Number |
Requirements |
Lathe Equipment
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Manual |
 |
combination machine (Mill) |
 |
Grizzly | online |
|
combination machine (Lathe) |
|
Grizzly | online |
 |
tool cabinet |
U.S. General | ||
Number |
Grizzly G0516 Mill/Drill/Lathe
WARNING
Hand Tools
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
 |
4-1/2" Small
Angle Grinder with Lock-On Paddle Switch |
Milwaukee | |
 |
Angle Grinder | ? | |
 |
Drill Bit Set,
29 pieces, Titanium |
Milwaukee | |
 |
Punch Set in plastic case | Wheeler | link |
 |
vise grips | ||
Number |
- Metal Shop 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 external sites:
- Mach 3 -- control motors (stepper & servo) by processing G-Code.
See Also
Links to other PPM Wiki pages:
Curated Links
Links to external sites:
Other Fun Stuff
Links to external sites:
- Adam Savage's Guide to Drill Bits! -- Adam Savage on YouTube
- Jamie Hyneman On Welding in His Workshop -- Jamie Hyneman on YouTube
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