Metal Shop
The Metal Shop Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
- 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.
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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 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.
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Flammables Cabinet
in the Vented Room
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.
Classes and Training
New Member Orientation
Area Captain -- Trevor Banks
- View all PPM Area Captains
Area Captain Duties
- To help out in the Metal Shop, contact the Area Captain on Slack.
Classes
- Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup
Training
Tips
- Before using air tools add 1 drop of air tool oil
For Additional Help
- Use the PPM Slack channel #metal-shop
Equipment Lists
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
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Welder,
MIG, TIG and stick |
Esab | multimaster 260 | PPM (donated by Qualtek Manufacturing) |
Working | |||
 |
Fume Extractor | PACE | 8888-0825 | ? |
none | PPM | ? | |
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box fan,
20", 3-speed |
LASKO | N/A | $30 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | |
| metal table,
2' x 8’ |
N/A | N/A | ? |
N/A | PPM (donated by Bristol) |
FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| HEAVY DUTY CUTTING & WELDING KIT | FIREPOWER | OXYFUEL 350 | $399.99 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| TORCH CART | N/A | N/A | $129.99 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| ACETYLENE CYLINDER | N/A | 10 CF | $149.99 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| OXYGEN CYLINDER | N/A | 20 CF | $199.99 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| Titanium 45A
plasma cutter |
$929.99 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status |
Metal Shop Equipment
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
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drill press | ROCKWELL | DG08 | $500 |
no | PPM (donated by Qualtek Manufacturing) | Working | |
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metal band saw | DOALL | M602 | $500 |
no | PPM (donated by Qualtek Manufacturing) | Working | |
| industrial
drill press, 12-speed, 5/8 inch chuck |
ORBIT MACHINE TOOLS | OR‑1458 F | ? |
no | PPM (donated by Vernon Allen) | Working | ||
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evolution
Metal Cutting Chop Saw 14" blade |
evolution POWER TOOLS | evoSAW | ? |
yes | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | |
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5 in. Bench Grinder on stand | CRAFTSMAN | ? |
PPM | ||||
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6 in. Bench Grinder on stand | CRAFTSMAN | ? |
PPM | 2 new grinding wheels, (12/13/21) | |||
| TOOL PRESS 1/2 TON | JANESVILLE | ILP-500 | $386.00 |
ON LINE | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| tube
bender |
JET | ? | ? | ? | ? | |||
| vacuum
former |
PLAST-O-CRAFT | ? | ? | ? | ? | |||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
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DG08 Rockwell
drill press nameplate
Lathe Equipment
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
| 3 in 1 combination machine (Mill/Drill/Lathe)  |
Grizzly | ? |
online | Bill Epperson | ||||
| tool cabinet |
U.S. General | ? |
Bill Epperson | |||||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
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Grizzly G0516 Mill/Drill/Lathe
WARNING
Hand Tools
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
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vise grips | PPM | ||||||
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Drill Bit Set,
29 pieces, Titanium |
Milwaukee | 48-89-4632 | PPM | New
(12/16/21) |
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Punch Set in plastic case | Wheeler | link | $30 |
N/A | PPM | ||
| BESSEY CORNER METAL CLAMP | BESSEY | WSM-9 | $228.99 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| WELDING CLAMP/PLIERS | HOBART | 770115 | $9.39 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| LOCKING C CLAMP | IRWIN | 9SP | $14.99 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| WELDING HELPER PLIERS | EASTWOOD | 081806A | $18.99 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| LOCKER | N/A | N/A | $750 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| ACE LOCK | ACE HARDWARE | CODE 1551 | $18.99 |
ON LINE | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | ||
| ADJUSTABLE WRENCH | FULLER | $17.99 |
N/A | PPM | FULLY FUNCTIONING | |||
| Picture | Item | Manufacturer | Model Number |
Estimated Value |
Manual | Owner | Status | Problem Description |
- Metal Shop Area hand tools should be marked with pink tape or paint.
- Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
Donations Received
Wish List
Benefits and Policies
- PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
- (bring proof of PPM membership)
| Website | Benefit | Address |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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 and Reporting Issues
Scrap and Trash
- Trash day is TUESDAY (Extra pickups can be called from Waste Connections for around $75)
- Recycling day is MONDAY (96 gallon tote should be placed out back by the dumpster)
- Single Stream Recycling provided by Waste Connections. Paper, cardboard, cans, glass, and one time use plastics.
- Empty interior trash cans into our dumpster at the back (south side) of the building.
- Always leave the space better than you found it.
Software
Fusion 360
See Also
Sandblasting Cabinet
Powder Coating
Powder Coating Area
Curated Links
Other Fun Stuff
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