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Hydraulic Press (20 ton or greater)

Wish Type
New Equipment for Space
Post date
11/22/2019
3 Votes

Extremely versatile tool for metal forming. Gives the ability to apply pressure equally across a piece, without damaging texture or design work.

https://www.discountramps.com/20-ton-shop-press/p/BD-PRESS-20A/?gclid=C…

Cost
$500.00

Hardened Steel Anvil (100lbs or heavier) with at least one horn

Wish Type
New Equipment for Space
Post date
11/22/2019
10 Votes

Really crucial metalworking tool for metal sculpture, forging, and many jewelry applications.

The prices can be highly variable, but they tend to be $5-9/pound new, and about $3-5/pound used.

Also: we don't *need* a forge for an anvil to be an incredibly useful, meaningful addition to our metalworking capabilities. It has enormous use in many other metalworking capacities.

Cost
$600.00

Handheld Bandsaw

Heavy duty deep-cut variable speed Band Saw

[5" deep cut capacity for rectangular stock, and 5 X 4-3/4" for round]

Required Badge
Handheld Bandsaw
Special Requirements
Eye Protection
Secure Loose Items
Status
Operational

Metal Angle Grinders

Two cordless angle grinders (DCG405) and one corded (DWE43144). 

Required Badge
Metal Angle Grinder
Special Requirements
Buddy System
Face Shield
Safety Gloves
Closed-Toe Shoes
Status
Operational

10" Metal Drill Press

The "10" Metal Drill Press" is a precision tool designed for drilling accurate and clean holes in various metals and other materials. Makerspace members utilize it for projects that require consistent depth and alignment, making it ideal for crafting prototypes, custom parts, and intricate designs. Its adjustable speed settings allow for versatility in handling different materials and drill sizes.
Required Badge
Smaller Metal Drill Press
Special Requirements
Eye Protection
Secure Loose Items
Closed-Toe Shoes
Status
Operational

Water Jet Cutter

This tool uses 30,000psi water and abrasive to cut material. The cutting area of the waterjet is 57"x30".
Required Badge
Waterjet
Special Requirements
Eye Protection
Secure Loose Items
Closed-Toe Shoes
Status
Operational

6" x 48" Belt Grinder

The 6" x 48" Belt Grinder is a powerful tool used in makerspaces for grinding, sanding, and shaping various materials, primarily metal and wood. Members utilize it for tasks like sharpening tools, defining edges, and finishing surfaces, making it an essential resource for metalworking and woodworking projects. Its adjustable speed and interchangeable belts allow for versatility in tackling different materials and finishes.
Required Badge
Belt Grinder Large (6" x 48")
Special Requirements
Eye Protection
Secure Loose Items
Closed-Toe Shoes
Status
Operational

Kalamazoo Belt Grinder, Small (1"x42")

The Kalamazoo Belt Grinder, Small (1"x42") is a versatile tool used for grinding, shaping, and finishing various materials, particularly metal and wood. Members at the makerspace utilize it for tasks such as sharpening tools, shaping knife edges, and smoothing surfaces, making it an essential resource for metalworking and woodworking projects.
Required Badge
Belt Grinder Small (1' x 42")
Special Requirements
Eye Protection
Secure Loose Items
Closed-Toe Shoes
Status
Operational

6" Cut Off Saw

The 6" Cut Off Saw is a power tool designed for precision cutting of various materials, including metal and wood. In a makerspace, members use it to create clean, straight cuts for their projects, making it an essential tool for fabricators and hobbyists working on everything from prototypes to DIY crafts.
Required Badge
Cut Off Saw
Special Requirements
Face Shield
Eye Protection
Secure Loose Items
Closed-Toe Shoes
Status
Operational

Observations of a Makerspace Organizer at the Global Community Bio Summit.

Submitted by J.R. Logan on

Biology and biotech are exciting frontiers. As a makerspace I see it as our obligation to make exciting areas of technology more approachable by providing tools and experiences. For this reason our makerspace has been interested in becoming involved in the Community DIY Bio Movement. We have hosted an informational session on bio hacking, started a bio slack channel and have some existing bio related activities happening through brewing on HERMS, the Growing Beyond Earth Contest and our burgeoning effort to grow kambucha leather. I have been interested in what a bio lab would look like at

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