Milling 101 – Bridgeport Mill Tool Authorization
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Milling 101 – Bridgeport Mill Tool Authorization
Milling 101 – Bridgeport Mill Tool Authorization
** Intro to Machining is a prerequisite class. You have to complete the Intro to Machining class before you can take the Milling 101 Class. **
This is a hands on class and is subject to run over the allotted 4 hours. Please make sure your schedule is free accordingly.
In this class you will receive basic hands on experience in operating a Bridgeport Series I J-Head milling machine. During this 3 to 4 hour class, Billy will go over the basics of tramming the head of the mill, tramming the vise, edge finding, work holding and setup, drilling , side milling, and top/end milling operations. You will also learn the basics of the DRO (digital read out), the table power feed, and basic care of the mill. This is a tool authorization class and once completed you will be authorized to use the milling machine and Knox Maker members will receive a key need to operate the mill. Intro to Machining is a prerequisite class.
There will be a fee of $24.96 for members.. There will be a maximum of 4 spots of this class, and a minimum of 1 tickets must be sold. If the class minimum is not met 48 hours prior to class start time, the class we be canceled and all tickets will be refunded.
Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
Open Hack Night – Public Welcome
Open hack nights are a chance for people to come out to Knox Makers and hack on anything at any skill level. You can come out to practice a new programming language, get help working on your personal projects, or try your hand at using the 3d printer. You might just come out to see what other folks are working on and lend a hand. If you know anyone who has been curious to come out to Knox Makers, please invite them along!
Like all other Tuesday nights, this event is free and open to the public. Our night will begin with a Show and Share where attendees are encouraged to bring out the projects they have been working on. This is a great time to request feedback for the future direction of your project, or you can just bring out something you want to show off. We hope to see you there!
Woodworking 103 – bandsaw authorization
Woodworking 103 – bandsaw authorization
Learn how to use the three bandsaws in the woodworking zone safely and effectively. Operation will include: how to avoid damaging the bandsaw blade, when it requires replacement and how to do that; how to adjust the blade guard and guides. Which materials can be cut and the appropriate type/size blade to use and those which must never be cut on these bandsaws. There will be discussions and demonstrations regarding how to re-saw thick wood into thinner boards and how to safely cut round and odd-shaped pieces of wood. Participants will have the opportunity for hands-on experience bandsawing a piece of wood. Dust masks are recommended.
The cost is $24.96 for Knox Makers members, $39.96 for General Public. There will be a maximum of 6 spots of this class, and a minimum of 2 tickets must be sold. If the class minimum is not met 48 hours prior to class start time, the class we be canceled and all tickets will be refunded.
Woodworking 302 – Pen Turning
Woodworking 302 – Pen Turning
You MUST have completed Woodworking 102 - Woodturning Basics prior to taking this class. This class is a continuation of basic woodturning skills beyond spindles and it will include a brief safety reminder.
Learn how to make a ball-point pen using wood or plastic resin barrel blanks. This class will cover how to prepare the materials for the pen’s barrel, discuss and demonstrate additional materials and accessories, and the final assembly and finishing methods commonly used. Pen kits and additional materials will be provided and participants will leave with a completed pen.
Class members are encouraged to bring eye protection (full face shields are ideal. Do not wear any long, loose-fitting clothing, long sleeve shirts, bracelets, rings or low hanging neck chains. A hat would be appropriate if you don’t want to be picking woods chips out of your hair.
There is a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 6 attendees. If the minimum is not met 24 hours before class starts, the class will be canceled and ticket purchases refunded.
Blacksmithing Authorization – Intro to Forging
Blacksmithing Authorization – Intro to Forging
This class introduces you to the new blacksmithing zone. We cover propane forge operation, zone safety, basic hand forging, and nail making. At the completion of the class, members will receive a key to access the forge and foundry building.
Proper attire is natural fiber clothing such as cotton jeans and T-shirts. Cotton/polyester blend is OK but synthetic clothing or other materials that can melt are unsafe. We have eye protection available but suggest you bring your own if you have them.
This class is for members only and costs $11.96. There will be a 5 person maximum and a 2 person minimum. If the minimum isn’t met 24 hours in advance the class will be canceled.
Foundry 101 – Intro to Metal Casting
Foundry 101 – Intro to Metal Casting
Foundry 101: Introduction to Foundry: This course will serve as the most basic introduction to casting metals in the Knox Makers foundry. After a brief safety lecture and introduction, the course will focus on how to safely operate the foundry tools and equipment. We will learn by doing. All skill levels are welcomed to this…
Learn to Crochet
Learn to Crochet
This class was made for the beginner. No prior knowledge required. The snowflake pattern uses repetition of a few basic stitches. Better yet is that the finished project doesn’t have to be perfect. What snowflake is?
All materials are provided plus we will match you to the size of hook that works best for you and your yarn selection.
The cost is $9.96 for Knox Makers members, $24.96 for General Public. There will be a maximum of 6 spots for this class, and a minimum of 2 tickets must be sold. If the class minimum is not met 48 hours prior to class start time, the class will be canceled and all tickets will be refunded.