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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 reality.
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[[File:Vinyl cutter.jpg|alt=Vinyl Cutter Area|thumb|300x300px|'''Vinyl Cutting Area<br>(20 November 2021)'''<br><br>]]
 
 
{{Template:Safety}}
 
{{Template:Safety}}
  
 
==Classes and Training==
 
==Classes and Training==
  
==='''[[New Member Orientation]]'''===
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===[[New Member Orientation]]===
  
===Area Captain -- Eman Spencer===
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===Area Captain -- '''Mathew Palfenier'''===
  
 
:To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on Slack.
 
:To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on Slack.
:View all '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM#PPM_Area_Captains PPM Area Captains]'''
 
  
 
===Classes===
 
===Classes===
: Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its  [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
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:Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its  [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
  
===Training ===
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===Training===
'''- Pick the small Application Launcher button''' from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to CM3".
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'''- Pick the small Application Launcher button''' from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to&nbsp;CM3".
  
'''- If you receive a no Media Error,''' and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting.
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'''- If you receive a no Media Error,''' and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your&nbsp;cutting.
  
'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.'''
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'''- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser&nbsp;engravers.'''
:(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand paper)
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:(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand&nbsp;paper)
 
<gallery>
 
<gallery>
 
File:Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf|alt=Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf|<center>'''Vinyl Cutter<br>Overview and Instructions.pdf'''</center>
 
File:Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf|alt=Graphtec CE 5000 Vinyl Plotter Overview and Instructions.pdf|<center>'''Vinyl Cutter<br>Overview and Instructions.pdf'''</center>
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
  
===Tips ===
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:To turn on the lights on the vinyl cutter cart, use the remote and point at the receiver near the power strip.
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===Tips===
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: The vinyl cutting PC is not a design workstation. Please limit the use of the station to cutting only.
  
 
===For Additional Help===
 
===For Additional Help===
 
:Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
 
:Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
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:[[How To Slack#Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
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: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==
 
==Equipment Lists==
  
 
===24" Graphtec cutter===
 
===24" Graphtec cutter===
{| class="wikitable sortable"
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{| class="wikitable"
 
!'''Picture'''
 
!'''Picture'''
 
!'''Item'''
 
!'''Item'''
!'''Manufacturer'''
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!'''Manufacturer/<br>Model'''
!'''Model<br>Number'''
 
 
!'''Manual'''
 
!'''Manual'''
!'''Estimated<br>Value'''
 
!'''Owner'''
 
 
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|[[File:Vinyl_cutter.jpg|alt=vinyl cutter|frameless|150x150px]]
 
|[[File:Vinyl_cutter.jpg|alt=vinyl cutter|frameless|150x150px]]
 
|'''24" Cutting Plotter'''<br>
 
|'''24" Cutting Plotter'''<br>
 
[[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_2_badge.png]]
 
[[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_2_badge.png]]
|Graphtec
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|Graphtec  
|CE5000&#8209;60
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CE5000&#8209;60
 
|yes
 
|yes
|<p style="text-align:right;">$500</p>
 
|PPM
 
[[Donations Received|(donated by<br>PARADIGM SYSTEMS)]]
 
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|[[File:Vinyl cutter cart lighting remote.jpg|alt=Vinyl cutter cart lighting remote|center|frameless|133x133px]]
 
|'''Vinyl cutter cart lighting remote'''
 
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|no
 
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|PPM
 
 
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|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Item'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Item'''</center>
|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
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|<center>'''Manufacturer/<br>Model'''</center>
|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
 
 
|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
|<center>'''Estimated<br>Value'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Owner'''</center>
 
 
|}
 
|}
  
 
===Vinyl Cutting Computer===
 
===Vinyl Cutting Computer===
{| class="wikitable sortable"
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{| class="wikitable"
 
!'''Picture'''
 
!'''Picture'''
 
!'''Item'''
 
!'''Item'''
!'''Manufacturer'''
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!'''Manufacturer/<br>Model'''
!'''Model<br>Number'''
 
 
!'''System <br>Software'''
 
!'''System <br>Software'''
!CinebenchR23
 
 
!'''Application<br>Software'''
 
!'''Application<br>Software'''
!'''Estimated<br>Value'''
 
!'''Owner'''
 
 
|-
 
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|[[File:Vinyl Cutting Workstation.jpg|alt=Vinyl Cutting Workstation|center|frameless|160x160px|Vinyl Cutting Workstation]]
 
|[[File:Vinyl Cutting Workstation.jpg|alt=Vinyl Cutting Workstation|center|frameless|160x160px|Vinyl Cutting Workstation]]
 
|'''PC'''
 
|'''PC'''
 
|HP
 
|HP
|h8-1117c
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h8-1117c
 
|Windows 10 Pro
 
|Windows 10 Pro
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|[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips|CorelDRAW X6,]]
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[[Cutting Master 3 Tips|Cutting Master 3,]]
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Graphtec Pro Studio
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|[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips|CorelDRAW X6,]] [[Cutting Master 3 Tips|Cutting Master 3,]]
 
Graphtec Pro Studio
 
|<p style="text-align:right;">$250</p>
 
|PPM
 
 
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|
 
|'''monitor'''
 
|'''monitor'''
 
|Dell
 
|Dell
|V226HQL
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1905FP
 
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|<p style="text-align:right;">$100</p>
 
|PPM
 
 
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|<p style="text-align:right;">~ $5 - $10 each</p>
 
|PPM
 
 
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|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Item'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Item'''</center>
|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
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|<center>'''Manufacturer/<br>Model'''</center>
|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
 
 
|<center>'''System<br>Software'''</center>
 
|<center>'''System<br>Software'''</center>
|<center>'''CinebenchR23'''</center>
 
 
|<center>'''Application<br>Software'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Application<br>Software'''</center>
|<center>'''Estimated<br>Value'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Owner'''</center>
 
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The vinyl cutting PC is not a design workstation. Please limit the use of the station to printing/cutting only.
 
 
===34" VEVOR cutter===
 
{| class="wikitable sortable"
 
!'''Picture'''
 
!'''Item'''
 
!'''Manufacturer'''
 
!'''Model<br>Number'''
 
!'''Manual'''
 
!'''Estimated<br>Value'''
 
!'''Owner'''
 
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|'''34"&nbsp;vinyl&nbsp;cutter'''
 
|VEVOR
 
|KI-870
 
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|<p style="text-align:right;">?</p>
 
|'''Theo'''
 
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|<center>'''Picture'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Item'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Manufacturer'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Model<br>Number'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Manual'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Estimated<br>Value'''</center>
 
|<center>'''Owner'''</center>
 
 
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==Benefits and Policies==
 
==Benefits and Policies==
 
{{Member Benefits}}
 
{{Member Benefits}}
===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve-equipment Equipment Reservations]===
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===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve Equipment Reservations]===
===Materials ===
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:'''Cost'''
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===Materials===
:Vinyl  $0.25/foot
 
: R Tape  $0.25/foot
 
:TOTAL  $0.50/foot
 
 
:'''Donate for "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" via PayPal:  [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]'''
 
:'''Donate for "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" via PayPal:  [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]'''
 
:'''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.'''
 
:'''Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.'''
  
:'''Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.'''
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:'''Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser&nbsp;engravers.'''
 
::(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand paper
 
::(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand paper
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===[[New Member Orientation#Red Tags|Red Tags]]===
 
===[[New Member Orientation#Red Tags|Red Tags]]===
 
 
{{Scrap and Trash}}
 
{{Scrap and Trash}}
  
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File:TECHWEARS vinyl sign.jpg|alt=TECHWEARS vinyl sign|<center>TECHWEARS<br>vinyl sign</center>
 
File:TECHWEARS vinyl sign.jpg|alt=TECHWEARS vinyl sign|<center>TECHWEARS<br>vinyl sign</center>
File:Round PCB PPM clock.jpg|alt=Round PCB PPM clock|<center>Round PCB<br>PPM clock</center>
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File:Round PCB PPM clock.jpg|alt=Round PCB PPM clock|<center>Round PCB<br>PPM clock<br>(February 2020)</center>
 
File:Vinyl sign.jpg|alt=Vinyl sign|<center>Vinyl sign<br>in 3D Printing Area</center>
 
File:Vinyl sign.jpg|alt=Vinyl sign|<center>Vinyl sign<br>in 3D Printing Area</center>
 
File:PPM outdoor window sign.jpg|alt=PPM outdoor window sign|<center>Outdoor window sign<br>for our Makerspace</center>
 
File:PPM outdoor window sign.jpg|alt=PPM outdoor window sign|<center>Outdoor window sign<br>for our Makerspace</center>
File:Vinyl costs.jpg|alt=Vinyl costs|<center>Vinyl Cutting<br>Material Costs</center>
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File:Vinyl sign MAC original.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>original sign in<br>MAC parking lot</center>
File:Vinyl sign MAC original.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>original sign<br>(MAC parking lot)</center>
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File:Vinyl sign Challenge.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>vinyl sign for<br>MAC parking lot<br>by Warren Jokinen</center>
File:Vinyl sign Challenge.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)</center>
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File:IMG 4820.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>vinyl sign for<br>MAC parking lot<br>by Warren Jokinen</center>
File:IMG 4820.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign (Manitou)|<center>vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)</center>
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File:Vinyl sign Art is.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign for<br>MAC parking lot<br>by Warren Jokinen</center>
File:Vinyl sign Art is.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)</center>
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File:Vinyl sign Picasso.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign for<br>MAC parking lot<br>by Warren Jokinen</center>
File:Vinyl sign Picasso.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)</center>
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File:Vinyl sign Einstein.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign for<br>MAC parking lot<br>by Warren Jokinen</center>
File:Vinyl sign Einstein.jpg|alt=vinyl parking lot sign|<center>vinyl sign<br>(MAC parking lot)</center>
 
 
File:Dewey.jpg|alt=Dewey|<center>Dewey<br>by Nicolas Ordahl</center>
 
File:Dewey.jpg|alt=Dewey|<center>Dewey<br>by Nicolas Ordahl</center>
File:Rockclimber.jpg|alt=Rockclimber|<center>Rockclimber<br>by Nick Tait</center>  
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File:Rockclimber.jpg|alt=Rockclimber|<center>Rockclimber<br>by Nick T.</center>
 
</gallery>
 
</gallery>
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{{Template:Showcase_blurb}}
 
{{Template:Showcase_blurb}}
  
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==Curated Links==
 
==Curated Links==
Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):
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Links to other sites (external links):
 
:'''[https://www.graphtecamerica.com/cp-faq-video-ce6000-english CE6000 Series Video Training]'''
 
:'''[https://www.graphtecamerica.com/cp-faq-video-ce6000-english CE6000 Series Video Training]'''
  
 
==Other Fun Stuff==
 
==Other Fun Stuff==
 
Links to other sites (external links):
 
Links to other sites (external links):
:'''[https://www.instructables.com/howto/vinyl+cutter/ instructables]''' -- Vinyl cutting ideas
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:'''[https://learn.cricut.com/ Cricut] craft cutter''' -- "Learn from the pros."
 
:'''[https://learn.cricut.com/ Cricut] craft cutter''' -- "Learn from the pros."
 
:'''[https://www.silhouette101.com/ Silhouette] craft cutter''' -- Get Started/Tutorials/Videos
 
:'''[https://www.silhouette101.com/ Silhouette] craft cutter''' -- Get Started/Tutorials/Videos
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Revision as of 19:16, 28 May 2023

Level 2 badge

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 Vinyl Cutting Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.

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.

Classes and Training

New Member Orientation

Area Captain -- Mathew Palfenier

To help out with the Vinyl Cutter, post your ideas and comments on Slack.

Classes

Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

Training

- Pick the small Application Launcher button from CorelDRAW, and then "Send Cut Lines to CM3".

- If you receive a no Media Error, and your job pauses, try pressing ENTER to override the sensor and continue your cutting.

- Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.

(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand paper)


Tips

The vinyl cutting PC is not a design workstation. Please limit the use of the station to cutting only.

For Additional Help

Use the PPM Slack channel #vinyl-cutter
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

24" Graphtec cutter

Picture Item Manufacturer/
Model
Manual
vinyl cutter 24" Cutting Plotter
Level 2 badge
Graphtec

CE5000‑60

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Picture
Item
Manufacturer/
Model
Manual

Vinyl Cutting Computer

Picture Item Manufacturer/
Model
System
Software
Application
Software
Vinyl Cutting Workstation
PC HP

h8-1117c

Windows 10 Pro CorelDRAW X6,

Cutting Master 3,

Graphtec Pro Studio

monitor Dell

1905FP

wired mouse

and keyboard

Amazon,

Dell

Picture
Item
Manufacturer/
Model
System
Software
Application
Software

Hand Tools

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:
(walk in, show proof of membership)
Company Website Benefit Directions to
Logo WOODCRAFT
Woodcraft of Colorado Springs 10% discount    4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Logo CO Lumber
CO Lumber Specialties 10% discount 3636 Stone Avenue
Logo General Air
GENERAL AIR 10% discount 3031 N Nevada Ave.
Logo ACE
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 "Vinyl Stickers and R Tape" via PayPal: bit.ly/ppmstuff
Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
Some vinyl materials contain PVC. Do not use these on either of our laser engravers.
(e.g. Oracal ORAMASK 813 Stencil Film and Con-Tact brand paper

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):

CorelDRAW X6

Cutting Master 3

Graphtec Pro Studio

Member Showcase

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):

Assembly Table (Clean Projects)
Computers

Curated Links

Links to other sites (external links):

CE6000 Series Video Training

Other Fun Stuff

Links to other sites (external links):

Cricut craft cutter -- "Learn from the pros."
Silhouette craft cutter -- Get Started/Tutorials/Videos



PPM Tool Color Map — Interactive
Search the PPM Wiki — include both Content pages and Multimedia
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki, or you notice something is outdated.