Power Hammer Authorization – LG25 “Thumper”
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Power Hammer Authorization – LG25 “Thumper”
Power Hammer Authorization – LG25 “Thumper”
This class introduces you to the latest addition to the blacksmith shop, Thumper, Our 25lb Little Giant PowerHammer! This class will cover operational maintenance, necessary lubrication points, how to swap out dies, things to watch out for on this nearly 80 year old machine, and plenty of forging time to get comfortable with its capabilities.…
Virtual Board Meeting
Virtual Board Meeting
Knox Makers members are welcome to join us as we hold our monthly board meeting. The board will be discussing pertinent topics happening around the space. All current, paying Knox Makers members are welcome to attend. This event is closed to the general public. Directions: This is a virtual event. Check Mattermost for further details…
Let’s Make a Metal Flower
Let’s Make a Metal Flower
In this class, we will be making a flower out of metal! As posted this class will be 4 hours but may be less or could be more depending on how we progress. No experience is needed! I will be able to walk anyone through what to do. We will be welding and creating sparks,…
Fangs, Tusks, Horns, and Claws – Oh My!
Fangs, Tusks, Horns, and Claws – Oh My!
Making Fangs, Tusks, Horns, and Claws with Moldable Plastic This class will meet on Tuesday, September 27 in the Arts & Crafts area. There will be 15 minutes of talk followed by 45 minutes of coaching and parallel play prior to Show & Share - then free play after that.We will build a custom mold…
New Members Onboarding
New Members Onboarding
Whether you’re a current member, trial member, or prospective member, you’re welcome to join us at this month’s New Member Onboarding!
We’ll start with a brief overview of Knox Makers’ origins and purpose and talk about how the organization works. You’ll learn a bit about the resources available to members and about the path to membership. Afterwards, we’ll hang out and socialize.
The focus is on new members, but longer-term members are encouraged to come and meet new folks.
TIG Welding 201
TIG Welding 201
This is the advanced class for authorization on the TIG Welder and Plasma Cutter. You MUST have completed Welding 101 (Intro to MIG) or already feel very comfortable welding before taking this class. This is not an intro to the metal shop, but the next step focusing on beginning TIG. We will spend a few…