Week of Events
MIG Welding 101
MIG Welding 101
This is the Basic authorization class for using the Metalworking Shop and the MIG Welder. We will cover lots of safety and learn the metal shop tools. Expect an hour or so of hands-on setup and shared MIG welding time (more if needed.)The class may run a bit short or long depending on students' needs.…
Intro to Cutting Torch (Cutting Torch 101)
Intro to Cutting Torch (Cutting Torch 101)
This is the Authorization Class to use the oxy-fuel cutting torch.
We will spend some time going over safety and then move on to operation of a cutting torch. We will cut out some basic shapes as well as learn some other tricks you can use a torch for.
Students should wear natural fiber clothing (jeans, cotton shirts, etc) NO polyester, spandex or "tech" style clothes. Socks and shoes are required, NO sandals or open toes.
If you have own PPE- please bring safety glasses, leather gauntlets, shade 5 cutting goggles/glasses, and a welding shirt/jacket. *If you do not have this yourself do not worry! We will have gear for you to use!*
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…
Make a Mallet/Thor Hammer
Make a Mallet/Thor Hammer
In this class we each student will, start to finish, make a joinery mallet. A wedged mortise and tenon will be used to fix the head to the handle and made using table saw jigs, advanced layout tools and techniques, hand saws (crosscut back saw), router plane, hand planes, chisels and possibly a few extras. A joinery mallet is an essential addition to any tool chest. If you don't have a tool chest then just look rad about town toting your bespoke Thor hammer. All tools and materials will be provided. No woodworking experience necessary.
The cost is $39.96 for Knox Makers members, $59.96 for General Public