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HP DesignJet T520 Large Format Color Printer

2018-01-13T00:22:42Z

Jason: Oops

{{Template:EquipmentPage
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|owner=PS:One
|model=HP T520
|serial=CN5546M01D
|arrived=July 2015
|doesitwork=no
|contact=CNC Area Host
|where=CNC Area
|certification=yes
|hackable=no
|value=~$1500
|hostarea=CNC}}

==Broken?==
It refuses to print anything, even internal prints like status pages and configuration pages. Seems like same problem as this forum post:[https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Printers-Archive-Read-Only/Designjet-T520-24-quot-stalled-printing/m-p/5399475/highlight/true#M865598 HP Forum] I cleaned out lots of dust and actual chucks of wood from the printer head path, tho I don't thing that is related to the problem. The print head seems to travel freely when the printer starts up. I looked around online and found others with the same issue but no one with a fix. I called HP and they asked for the SN and they said "Whoa, thats an old printer." For me to even troubleshoot it with them would cost $20 and if it is anything other then user error, like the printer is actually broken, it is not serviceable. They pretty much wanted nothing to do with it. I think a firmware re-flash would be in order, but I cannot find the proper firmware for this revision. This is a revision A and all I could find is a revision B/C. - Lucas Goossen 01-12-2018

==Notes==
Make sure that the printer is shutdown by pressing the power button by the touch screen, or the head won't move into the park position, and keep the heads clean.

Do not change print cartridges unless the printer prompts you to do so, and you have permission from the area host. For print quality issues see the troubleshooting section below.

This printer will not print without all the cartridges installed and containing some printable ink.

== Description ==

36" Wide format printer, non-archival.
"Big Printer"

People using the printer should provide a donation of:
* $1 per square foot for full coverage color prints (photos/art)
* $0.25 per square foot for partial coverage prints (text/blue prints/etc)

Some donated media may be provided by the area host, and may be found next to the printer. It is recommended that you provide your own media and that it should be designed for use in a HP designjet printer. Roll media can be up to 36" wide and must be on 2" core.

Example media:

* [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00000J3M5 Plain Paper]
* [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002F3G68 Semi-Gloss Photo Paper]
* [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002F3E9W Gloss Photo Paper]

= Getting Authorized =

Authorizations are viral for this printer. Ask anyone who's already authorized to authorize you.

=Troubleshooting=
Some common issues that come up with this printer:

'''1. There are dark bands of ink in the image''' - This is most likely due to a misaligned print head and can be caused when the cartridges are replaced
*'''Solution: Align the print head''' - On the printer touch screen press the wrench icon (upper right) > Printer Maintenance > Align print head. A patterend page will print and the printer will sense deviations in the print pattern and adjust the head.

'''2. There are bands of white or partially colored areas''' - This is most likely due to the printer being left on for an extended period of time or the printer being turned off without being shutdown properly, by pressing the top power button.
*'''Solution: Clean the print head''' - On the printer touch screen press the wrench icon (upper right) > Printer Maintenance > Clean print head. A few gradient bars will print where banding will be visible. There are 3 stages of print head cleaning (the printer will prompt you to go through the stages) printing a page in each stage, that can unclog jets most of the time. If after the 3 stages jets are still clogged, talk to the area host; the print head may need to be serviced or replaced.

'''3. The print job isn't sending / I get errors on the printer touch screen''' - Symptoms vary
*'''Solution: Make sure you've selected the right driver and settings for your application''' - Using the HPGL driver for this printer is highly recommended, see driver installation notes below. Make sure that you're also setting the right paper size, paper type, and print quality. The printer does a bunch of checking automatically and gets pissy when what you're sending from the computer doesn't match what is set in the printer.

= Setting up the printer on your computer =

The Artastic computer is a good place to start to print from, but you may want to print from your own computer.

== The Good Way ==
'''This method is recommended - when printing make sure to select the driver ending with HPGL.'''

The best way to install the driver is go to [http://h20565.www2.hp.com/hpsc/swd/public/readIndex?sp4ts.oid=11176931&lang=en&cc=us HP's website] and install the driver meant for you operating system. Under the section "Driver - Product installation software" you should find a download called something to the effect of "HP Designjet T520 printer series HP-GL/2 and '''HP RTL Full Feature Solution Installer'''". This is a lengthier installation but gives you much greater control over print parameters, including selecting custom paper sizes. You have to create and save a custom paper size to get a particular paper dimension in the print dialog.

For Windows 10 driver go [http://www.hpprinterdriver.net/hp-designjet-t520-36-in-eprinter-driver/ here].

== The Fast Way ==
'''This driver seems to have compatibility issues and is not recommeded.'''

You can search for devices and install the device via your OS. The dialog that this displays is very clean any easy to use but is lacking in control, in particular specifying custom paper sizes. This particular print dialog only shows the page type and name, so you may want to go find out what [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paper_size the actual dimensions of each paper size] are to save a little time.

= Currently Authorized Users =

Authorizations are now viral for this printer. The following people have been authorized:
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
! Certified Member
! Certified By
|-
|Tom Judge
|N/A
|-
|Ron Olson
|N/A
|-
|Jason Shanfield
|Tom Judge
|-
|Mike Mandrea
|Tom Judge
|-
|Simon Pyle
|Tom Judge
|-
|Mark Stevens
|Tom Judge
|-
|Niko Hawley
|Tom Judge
|-
|Tom Boeman
|Tom Judge
|-
|Casey Olson
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|[[User:ad9581|Arturo Duarte]]
|Tom Judge
|-
|[[User:shoelessone|Kevin Mitchell]]
|Tom Judge
|-
|[[User:bobsabayesian|Bob Loos]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Sam Paris
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:etesla|Erica Tesla]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:rdoeksen|Ray Doeksen]]
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|[[User:shockeyfunke|Shockey Funke]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:stepcut|Jeremy Shaw]]
|Leo Rodman
|-
|Erik Wessing
|Ash
|-

HP DesignJet T520 Large Format Color Printer

2018-01-13T00:05:09Z

Jason:

{{Template:EquipmentPage
|image = HP_DesignJet_T520_from_HP_com.jpg
|owner=PS:One
|model=HP T520
|serial=CN5546M01D
|arrived=July 2015
|doesitwork=no
|contact=CNC Area Host
|where=CNC Area
|certification=yes
|hackable=no
|value=~$1500
|hostarea=CNC}}

==Broken?==
It refuses to print anything, even internal prints like status pages and configuration pages. Seems like same problem as this forum post:[https://h30434.www3.hp.com/t5/Printers-Archive-Read-Only/Designjet-T520-24-quot-stalled-printing/m-p/5399475/highlight/true#M865598 HP Forum] I cleaned out lots of dust and actual chucks of wood from the printer head path, tho I don't thing that is related to the problem. The print head seems to travel freely when the printer starts up. I looked around online and found others with the same issue but no one with a fix. I called HP and they asked for the SN and they said "Whoa, thats an old printer." For me to even troubleshoot it with them would cost $20 and if it is anything other then user error, like the printer is actually broken, it is not serviceable. They pretty much wanted nothing to do with it. I think a firmware re-flash would be in order, but I cannot find the proper firmware for this revision. This is a revision A and all I could find is a revision B/C. I made sure not to put an out of order sign on the printer. - Lucas Goossen 01-12-2018

==Notes==
Make sure that the printer is shutdown by pressing the power button by the touch screen, or the head won't move into the park position, and keep the heads clean.

Do not change print cartridges unless the printer prompts you to do so, and you have permission from the area host. For print quality issues see the troubleshooting section below.

This printer will not print without all the cartridges installed and containing some printable ink.

== Description ==

36" Wide format printer, non-archival.
"Big Printer"

People using the printer should provide a donation of:
* $1 per square foot for full coverage color prints (photos/art)
* $0.25 per square foot for partial coverage prints (text/blue prints/etc)

Some donated media may be provided by the area host, and may be found next to the printer. It is recommended that you provide your own media and that it should be designed for use in a HP designjet printer. Roll media can be up to 36" wide and must be on 2" core.

Example media:

* [http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00000J3M5 Plain Paper]
* [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002F3G68 Semi-Gloss Photo Paper]
* [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002F3E9W Gloss Photo Paper]

= Getting Authorized =

Authorizations are viral for this printer. Ask anyone who's already authorized to authorize you.

=Troubleshooting=
Some common issues that come up with this printer:

'''1. There are dark bands of ink in the image''' - This is most likely due to a misaligned print head and can be caused when the cartridges are replaced
*'''Solution: Align the print head''' - On the printer touch screen press the wrench icon (upper right) > Printer Maintenance > Align print head. A patterend page will print and the printer will sense deviations in the print pattern and adjust the head.

'''2. There are bands of white or partially colored areas''' - This is most likely due to the printer being left on for an extended period of time or the printer being turned off without being shutdown properly, by pressing the top power button.
*'''Solution: Clean the print head''' - On the printer touch screen press the wrench icon (upper right) > Printer Maintenance > Clean print head. A few gradient bars will print where banding will be visible. There are 3 stages of print head cleaning (the printer will prompt you to go through the stages) printing a page in each stage, that can unclog jets most of the time. If after the 3 stages jets are still clogged, talk to the area host; the print head may need to be serviced or replaced.

'''3. The print job isn't sending / I get errors on the printer touch screen''' - Symptoms vary
*'''Solution: Make sure you've selected the right driver and settings for your application''' - Using the HPGL driver for this printer is highly recommended, see driver installation notes below. Make sure that you're also setting the right paper size, paper type, and print quality. The printer does a bunch of checking automatically and gets pissy when what you're sending from the computer doesn't match what is set in the printer.

= Setting up the printer on your computer =

The Artastic computer is a good place to start to print from, but you may want to print from your own computer.

== The Good Way ==
'''This method is recommended - when printing make sure to select the driver ending with HPGL.'''

The best way to install the driver is go to [http://h20565.www2.hp.com/hpsc/swd/public/readIndex?sp4ts.oid=11176931&lang=en&cc=us HP's website] and install the driver meant for you operating system. Under the section "Driver - Product installation software" you should find a download called something to the effect of "HP Designjet T520 printer series HP-GL/2 and '''HP RTL Full Feature Solution Installer'''". This is a lengthier installation but gives you much greater control over print parameters, including selecting custom paper sizes. You have to create and save a custom paper size to get a particular paper dimension in the print dialog.

For Windows 10 driver go [http://www.hpprinterdriver.net/hp-designjet-t520-36-in-eprinter-driver/ here].

== The Fast Way ==
'''This driver seems to have compatibility issues and is not recommeded.'''

You can search for devices and install the device via your OS. The dialog that this displays is very clean any easy to use but is lacking in control, in particular specifying custom paper sizes. This particular print dialog only shows the page type and name, so you may want to go find out what [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paper_size the actual dimensions of each paper size] are to save a little time.

= Currently Authorized Users =

Authorizations are now viral for this printer. The following people have been authorized:
{| class="wikitable" border="1"
! Certified Member
! Certified By
|-
|Tom Judge
|N/A
|-
|Ron Olson
|N/A
|-
|Jason Shanfield
|Tom Judge
|-
|Mike Mandrea
|Tom Judge
|-
|Simon Pyle
|Tom Judge
|-
|Mark Stevens
|Tom Judge
|-
|Niko Hawley
|Tom Judge
|-
|Tom Boeman
|Tom Judge
|-
|Casey Olson
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|[[User:ad9581|Arturo Duarte]]
|Tom Judge
|-
|[[User:shoelessone|Kevin Mitchell]]
|Tom Judge
|-
|[[User:bobsabayesian|Bob Loos]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Sam Paris
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:etesla|Erica Tesla]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:rdoeksen|Ray Doeksen]]
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|[[User:shockeyfunke|Shockey Funke]]
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|[[User:stepcut|Jeremy Shaw]]
|Leo Rodman
|-
|Erik Wessing
|Ash
|-

Universal PLS6.150D 150W Laser Engraver

2017-12-01T17:02:41Z

Jason: /* Getting started */

{{ Template:EquipmentPage
| owner=PS:One
| model=PLS6.150D
| serial=SERIAL NUMBER
| arrived= August 2017
| doesitwork=no
| contact=[[CNC|CNC Area Host]]
| where=CNC Shop
| certification=yes
| hackable=no
| value=$17,000
| image = tbd
| hostarea = CNC
}}

== About ==

The Universal Laser Systems PLS6.150D is a free-standing platform with a materials processing envelope of 32" x 18" x 9" or 5,184 in³ (813 x 457 x 229 mm or 84,950 cm³) that supports dual lasers. As a dual laser platform, the PLS6.150 can support up to two 10.6µ CO2 lasers with a power range of 10 watts to 150 watts. Additionally, it can support a single 9.3µ CO2 of 30, 50 or 75 watts. (if a 9.3u CO2 laser is installed, only one 10.6 CO2 of up to 75 watts may be installed at the same time.)

Ours has two 75w lasers totalling 150w of power.

The unit was donated from SAIC.

== Status ==

* (2017/05/20) Wiki page created
* (2017/??/??) Laser donated from SAIC
* (12/2/2017) Hooked up to Epilog air and exhaust connection. The air assist works but does leak using the quick connect fitting, the other fitting requires a 1/2" (I think) screw fitting which will create a better seal. The x-axis is off by ~3/8" , y is off too but didn't measure.

== Authorizations ==
Regular authorizations are not being held yet. If you already know how to operate a Universal laser and the required software, please add your name to this page and talk to the CNC Area Host and the usual laser authorizers. We're developing an authorization process and would like your input.

Danger Committee folks from the other laser systems should consider themselves on the Danger Committee for this bad boy, too. Let's get this thing in regular rotation, stat!

== Getting started ==
* [[Media:Universal PLS6.150D quick start guide.pdf|Preflight checklist]]
* [[Media:Illustrator and Photoshop Setup and Basic Operation.pdf|Illustrator and Photoshop basic setup and operation]]
* [[Media:Universal PLS6.150D user guide.pdf|Universal Laser PLS6.150D User Manual]]

== Procedures ==
* TBD

=== Powering On Machine ===
* TBD

=== Powering Off Machine ===
* TBD

== Material Safety & Information ==
=== Safe Materials for Cutting ===
** Plastics:
*** ABS (acrylonitrile butadiene styrene)
*** Acrylic (also known as Plexiglas, Lucite, PMMA)
*** Delrin (POM, acetal)
*** High density polyethylene (HDPE) – melts badly
*** Kapton tape (Polyimide)
*** Mylar (polyester)
*** Nylon – melts badly
*** PETG (polyethylene terephthalate glycol)
*** Polyethylene (PE) – melts badly
*** Polypropylene (PP) – melts somewhat
*** Styrene
*** Two-tone acrylic – top color different than core material, usually for custom instrumentation panels, signs, and plaques.
** Foam:
*** Depron foam – often used for RC planes.
*** EPM
*** Gator foam – foam core gets burned and eaten away compared to the top and bottom hard shell.
** Other:
*** Cloths (leather, suede, felt, hemp, cotton)
*** Papers
*** Rubbers (only if they do not contain chlorine Teflon (PTFE, Polytetrafluoroethylene)
*** Woods (MDF, balsa, birch, poplar, red oak, cherry, holly, etc.)

=== MATERIALS NOT SAFE ===
** Polycarbonate (PC, Lexan) due to the fumes.
** Any material containing chlorine such as PVC & Vinyl

== List of Currently Certified Users ==

{| class="wikitable" border="1"
! Qualified Member
! Trained By
|-
|NONE
|NONE
|-}

[[Category:Laser Cutter]]
[[Category:Fabrication]]
[[Category:Certification Clarification Needed]]

User:Jason/Jointer vote

2017-08-18T15:48:52Z

Jason: Created page with "== Sponsor == Jason Shanfield == History == * Announce to mailing list: August XXXX, 2017 * Officially proposed: August XXXX, 2017 * To be voted on: August 29, 2017 * Vote p..."

== Sponsor ==
Jason Shanfield

== History ==

* Announce to mailing list: August XXXX, 2017
* Officially proposed: August XXXX, 2017
* To be voted on: August 29, 2017
* Vote passed on:

== Background ==

The PS1 Board of Directors determined to take certain equipment loaned to PS1 out of use pending (1) donation of the equipment, (2) purchase of the equipment, or whatever other arrangement PS1's legal counsel recommends.

This presently leaves the wood shop without use of the [[Grizzly_6"_jointer|Grizzly Model G0654 6" jointer]] member Matt Triano loaned to PS1 in September 2013.

A jointer of any size is essential to preparing material for woodworking projects. This machine has already served PS1 well for nearly 4 years. PS1 upgraded it to a helical cutter that uses replaceable indexed carbide inserts (retail $329 and only compatible with a short list of Grizzly jointers), the jointer has much life left in it, and it would continue to be useful if PS1 purchased a wider jointer (no current plans to do so and no pressing need if we can continue using this machine).

Matt offered to sell the jointer to PS1 for $150. PS1 could not easily replace it with another similar model in similar condition that is compatible with the upgraded helical cutter for this amount, so this seems like a reasonable price. PS1 should accept the offer.

If the vote passes, I will help facilitate the transaction to occur ASAP; being without the jointer is already disrupting people's work in the wood shop.

== To be voted ==

The board is directed to pay Matt Triano $150 in exchange for his Grizzly G0654 6" jointer, currently located at 3517 North Elston Ave., Chicago, Illinois. Matt will provide an appropriate bill of sale for PS1's records. This directive shall expire upon passage of the 2018 administrative budget.

== Voting ==

=== First vote — August 29, 2017 ===
*Quorum:
*Yes:
*No:
*Present:
*Result:

[[Category:Votes]]
[[Category:2017 Votes]]

Talk:Certification Reform

2017-06-27T01:51:53Z

Jason:

Who is or was writing this? When were they writing this? There aren't any notes to follow.

Every instance of "certification" should become "authorization" --[[User:Rdoeksen|Rdoeksen]] ([[User talk:Rdoeksen|talk]]) 12:45, 17 June 2017 (CDT)
:[https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/index.php?title=Certification_Reform&action=history Derek and Ryan.] [[User:Jason|Jason]] ([[User talk:Jason|talk]]) 20:51, 26 June 2017 (CDT)

Category:Classes

2017-02-18T20:20:23Z

Jason: /* Illustrator For Lasering */

If you (yes, YOU) have an interest in a class or are willing to teach a class, please add to the list below.

===[[Beginning Woodworking]]===
Potential Instructor(s): Sevin Strauss

===[[Sous Vide Build and Cooking Party]]===
Potential Instructor(s):
* Burton Kent (build)
* Niko Hawley (cooking)

Interested:
* Zonghe Chua (build)

===[[Illustrator For Lasering]]===

Potential Instructor(s):
* Burton Kent

===[[Pepakura]]===
Costume Building
Potential Instructor(s): TBD

===[[Artisan Breadmaking]]===
Potential Instructor(s):
* Erica Tesla

Epilog 30w Mini 24 Laser Engraver

2017-02-18T20:19:08Z

Jason: /* Front door interlock broken */

{{ Template:EquipmentPage
| owner=PS:One
| model=Mini 24
| serial=SERIAL NUMBER
| arrived=6/29/2011
| doesitwork=yes
| contact=[[CNC|CNC Area Host]]
| where=CNC room against northwest wall
| certification=yes
| hackable=no
| value=$15,000
| image = Epilog_fired_the_laser.jpg
| hostarea = CNC
}}

== Status ==

Epilog is operational after repairs.

Due to the Epilog being moved, there are new procedures for getting it operational. Currently, the air assist switch is dangling from a board to the left of the laser. The air assist no longer hisses as a solenoid has been installed to prevent leakage during inactivity. The vent switch is on the left of the Boss laser, labeled as such. The other switch is for the Boss chiller and should not be touched for use of the Epilog.

<s>The Epilog uses the inline exhaust fan through the roof, the switch for that is wired into a box on an orange extension cord; the fume extractor is not currently being used with the laser. You must use air assist (compressed air) and the exhaust fan whenever you use the laser.</s> This information is now outdated and will be revised as the CNC room is finalized. [[User:Skynaya|Skynaya]] ([[User talk:Skynaya|talk]]) 19:42, 24 January 2017 (CST)

[[Epilog/Epilog service notes]] - please note any service, repairs, or adjustments you make to the machine.

== Usage Policy ==

The laser cutter is easily one of the most used machines at PS1. Due to this demand we request the cooperation of all members to share the laser cutter and associated computer. First and foremost, the practice "being excellent" should be observed at all times; respect yourself, other members, and the equipment. This is a usage policy so that everyone can use the laser:

* Any user not actively test cutting or cutting will cede the computer and laser to the next person waiting in line, as soon as that waiting user notifies the current computer user. If you are still designing your file, please do so on another computer. Artastic (another PC upstairs) in the Crafts Area also has a copy of Adobe Illustrator.
* If someone is waiting in line to use the laser, no active test cut or cut series shall be longer than 1 hour. No jobs will be allowed to start that overrun the 1 hour time limit when a new user is waiting.
* In the case that your last cut is longer than the 1 hour time limit, and a waiting user presents themselves after the cut has started, the cut job shall be allowed to finish and the waiting user will be allowed to set up their file in their own user account, during the cutting period.
* Continuous cutting shall not exceed 3 consecutive hours without a half hour break for the laser to cool. If a new user arrives before or during the cooling period the current user shall cede the laser to the next user, and the next user will wait for the cooling period to finish and the cooling period shall not count towards the 1 hours limit should another user present themselves.
* Waiting users shall notify the current user verbally that they are waiting and where they will be waiting until it is their turn. If multiple users are waiting, the next waiting user must start their test cutting or cut job within 10 minutes of being notified of a laser opening. The current user will keep a record of who is waiting, where they will be, and notify subsequent users of the status of the queue. The current user will find the next waiting user and verbally inform them that the laser is available.

=== Additional Ways to be Excellent ===
* Have your artwork and your materials prepared and ready ahead of time. Artastic (another PC upstairs) in the Crafts Area has a copy of Adobe Illustrator.
* Allow people to start setting up their job after your last cut starts running. If you're concerned about a last minute adjustment, you can use Window's switch user feature to keep your file available.
* If there is someone waiting, get their phone number to text them, if possible. Texting allows you to give them a heads up so they can start setting up their job without you leaving the laser are. (Leaving the laser running unattended is against the rules.) It also spares you from having to physically track down the other user.

== Table Saw Note! ==
Items that have been cut on the laser cutter have the potential to set off the SawStop table saw safety brake. This will make the saw unusable until the SawStop cartridge is replaced, which costs ~ $75! It typically happens if there is an excess of carbon char on the edges.

Before use the SawStop to cut anything from the laser cutter please test the piece on the edge of the blade when the blade is not turning and see if it activates a red light on the display. How do you do this.
# Turn on the main power switch to the Sawstop.
# DO NOT TURN ON THE BLADE. THE BLADE must not be moving.
# Check and see if the green light is on the front of the saw.
# Slide the piece you want to cut up to and contact the blade.
# Look at the lights on the front of the SawStop. If it is green you should be OK to proceed. If its red. DO NOT CUT. IT WILL TRIGGER THE BRAKE.

You can try to sand off the char and repeat steps 1-5 or use another method to cut these pieces.

== Top Eight ==
* Don't use the autofocus, because it could burn out a motor.
* Don't cut materials that will ignite or emit dangerous fumes (any chlorinated plastic like PVC, for example). See section below.
* Always use the exhaust fan/always use the air assist on vector cuts.
* You must stay with the job; don't walk away. Things could catch on fire, that would suck.
* Sometimes it's a pain to get the right driver working.
* Do not attempt to service the machine yourself unless you've cleared it with the CNC Area Host
* Do not touch any settings in the Config menu on the machine itself
* Do not touch any settings in the Maint menu on the machine itself '''''except''''' you may use Maint/1/Return Home to reset the cutting head to the machine's default origin (<.015" inside the top left corner as of 8/8/15)
* This should be obvious, but do not press hard or put heavy objects in the cutter. Abusing the bed supports WILL bend them and make the bed impossible to level.

== Authorization ==

Authorization for the laser is not viral. There are a few authorized trainers, though, and fairly frequent authorizations. Currently (as of Jan 2016) authorizations will appear on the calendar, but are not planned much more than 2 weeks in advance. See below for list of authorized users and link to authorized trainers. Post on the Google Group email list; look for a recent thread about laser authorizations and post there.

== General Info ==

This machine: http://www.epiloglaser.com/mini24_overview.htm

Manual for this machine: http://www.epiloglaser.com/downloads/pdf/mini_helix_4.22.10.pdf

[[laser settings|Settings for various materials]]

[[Laser Cutter Instructions and Workflow]]

Cleaning the optics: http://www.epiloglaser.com/tl_clean_optics.htm

Inkscape for newbies: http://blog.ponoko.com/2008/01/21/how-to-inkscape-for-ponoko-newbies-trace-an-image/

Experiment with [[Laser settings]] to find the lowest possible power and highest possible speed to get clean vector cuts. The new optics and tube (as of December 2014) can cut many organic materials with a minimum of charring.

== Ventilation ==

'''Always''' turn on the exhaust fan using the switch located in the silver box to the left of the Boss laser, labeled "VENT".

== Air assist ==

Turn on the air assist by flipping the switch dangling from the board behind the laser. (This need to be updated when the laser installation is complete [[User:Skynaya|Skynaya]] ([[User talk:Skynaya|talk]]) 19:42, 24 January 2017 (CST) )

Air assist is used for vector cutting to have nice traces and avoid your material to burn. However some people like to have it disabled for raster jobs.

Turn air assist off when you've finished and you don't need it while doing your settings.

Check the regulator for accumulated water from time to time. Place a container (and maybe some paper towels) under the regulator and vent accumulated water from the bottom using the small petcock. If too much water accumulates in the regulator, it may flow through the air hose and into the machine, spraying onto the bed/material.

== Finishing up ==

Leave the machine running as you pack up - the laser tube is air cooled by fans. Leaving the fans running after your job is done will help cool it off and make it last longer. The last thing to do before you walk away from the machine is to turn it off.

Please leave the machine and the surrounding area cleaner than you found it by emptying the crumb tray below the cutting table, picking up cutouts, and vacuuming up any acrylic dust you made. While you're waiting on the laser is a good time to grab a shop vac and clean the vicinity.

== Troubleshooting ==

Under construction.

== '''NEVER CUT THESE MATERIALS''' ==

* '''PVC (Poly Vinyl Chloride):''' Also known as '''"vinyl"''' '''"pleather"''' or '''"artificial leather."''' Most adhesive vinyl shelf paper (e.g. Con-Tact Paper) also is PVC. Emits HCl and nasty chlorinated compounds when cut! Don't ever cut this material as it will ruin the optics, cause the metal of the machine to corrode, and ruin the motion control system.
* '''Polycarbonate:''' Also known as '''"Lexan."''' Polycarbonate is also often found as flat, sheet material. The case cover window on the laser cutter is made of Polycarbonate because polycarbonate strongly absorbs infrared radiation! This is the frequency of light the laser cutter uses to cut materials, so it is very ineffective at cutting polycarbonate. Polycarbonate can also emit flame and chlorine gas when cut, making it a poor choice for laser cutting.

* '''HDPE:''' "milk bottle" plastic. It melts. It gets gooey. It catches on fire. Don't use it.
* '''PolyStyrene Foam:''' It catches fire, it melts, and only thin pieces cut. This is the #1 material that causes laser fires!!!
* '''Fiberglass:''' The epoxy resin used in fiberglass is bad to cut, the vapor/fumes of the epoxy resin are bad. The fiberglass mat itself, without resin, is safe to cut.
* '''Coated Carbon Fiber:''' Thin carbon fiber mat can be cut, with some fraying. However, once coated with epoxy it will emit noxious fumes.
* Silhouette '''magnet paper''' (sold by Inventables by example): it likely contains chlorine. Emits HCl and nasty chlorinated compounds when cut! Don't ever cut this material as it will ruin the optics, cause the metal of the machine to corrode, and ruin the motion control system.
* '''PTFE:''', also known as '''Teflon''' or any fluorinated polymer it will releases nasty fluorinated compounds (bad for you) and sublimate then deposit on the lenses (likely destroying them).
* '''Gator foam''': foam core gets burned and eaten away compared to the top and bottom hard paper shell. Not a fantastic thing to cut, but it can be cut if watched. And the MSDS sheet says it may produce hydrogen bromide and hydrogen chloride known to degrade the optics and mechanic of the cutter
* Any other plastic with "Chlor" or "Fluor" in the name, for the same reasons as PVC and PTFE above.

== '''Test for material''' ==

Some people came up with an easy protocol to help identify unknown polymers: [http://www.nycresistor.com/2008/08/28/how-to-identify-polymers-with-burnination/ Nyc Resistor - how to identify polymers with burnination]. We don't know how reliable it is. And we can't but recommend to do that under good ventilation (outside?)

== Use Caution With These Materials ==
* '''ABS:''' ABS does not cut well in a laser cutter. It tends to melt rather than vaporize, and has a higher chance of catching on fire and leaving behind melted gooey deposits on the vector cutting grid. It also does not engrave well (again, tends to melt). ABS emits hydogen cyanide when burned. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acrylonitrile_butadiene_styrene

== Safe Materials ==
The laser can cut or etch. The materials that the laser can cut materials like wood, paper, cork, and some kinds of plastics. Etching can be done on almost anything, wood, cardboard, anodized aluminum, plastic, marble, stone, tile, and glass.
* Cutting
** Many woods up to 1/4" thick. Engineered woods like MDF are okay to use but may experience a higher amount of charring when cut. Be very careful about cutting oily woods, or very resinous woods as they also may catch fire. Natural wood can be cut or engraved, but varies in density in a single piece; results will vary across the workpiece.
** Paper cuts very very well on the laser cutter, and also very quickly. Thin paper and single layer card stock and cardboard are perfectly OK. Thicker cardboard, carton, and other papers also cut very well but need to be watched to make sure they don't catch fire.
** Cork cuts nicely, but the quality of the cut depends on the thickness and quality of the cork. Engineered cork has a lot of glue in it, and may not cut as well. Cork thicker than 1/4" should be avoided.
** Cast acrylic (also known as Lucite, Plexiglas, PMMA) cuts extremely well on the laser cutter, leaving a beautifully polished edge. With care, acrylic material up to 1/2" thick can be cut on the laser cutter. Extruded acrylic cuts less well and etches even worse. It tends to melt and puddle rather than vaporize.
** Delrin (POM) in thin sheets cuts and engraves very well. Delrin comes in a number of shore strengths (hardness) and the harder delrin tends to work better. Great for gears! It is possible to deeply engrave Delrin to make dies for embossing paper and leather.
** Kapton tape (Polyimide) : Works well, in thin sheets and strips like tape. 1/16" thick is about as thick as you can cut reliably.
** Mylar : Works well if it's thin. Once you get too far past 1/16" thick mylar has a tendency to warp, bubble, and curl. Gold coated mylar will not work.
** Solid Styrene : Smokes a lot when cut, but can be cut. Keep it thin (1/16")
** Depron foam: Used a lot for hobby, RC aircraft, architectural models, and toys. 1/4" cuts nicely, with a smooth edge. Must be constantly monitored when cutting.
** Cloth (leather, suede, felt, hemp, cotton, polyester, but NEVER vinyl or pleather-- see above) They all cut well. Leather is very hard to cut, but can be if it's thinner than a belt (call it 1/8")
** Magnetic Sheet material cuts beautifully (make SURE it does NOT contain chlorine, see above)
** NON-CHLORINE containing rubber is fine for cutting. Natural rubber engraves but leaves a dark sticky residue that doesn't affect stamps if the piece is engraved deeply enough.
** Carbon fiber mats/weave that has not yet had epoxy applied can be cut, very slowly. You must not cut carbon fiber that has been coated!!
* Etching: all the above can be etched, in some cases very deeply. In addition, you can etch:
** Glass (green seems to work best) .. looks sandblasted. Only FLAT GLASS can be engraved in our cutter. No round or cylindrical items.
** Ceramic tile
** Anodized aluminum ( vaporizes the anodization away )
** Painted/coated metals ( vaporizes the paint away )
** Stone : Marble, Granite, Soapstone, Onyx. Gets a white "textured" look when etched
* Marking
There is an expensive coating called 'cermark'. This marking compound costs $100 for a small bottle, and must be diluted with ethanol and applied to metal (not ceramics or stone) before being etched to leave behind a permanent dark black mark.

=== Material sources ===
* [http://www.inventables.com Inventables] for acrylic
* [http://www.abbeyspecialties.com/ Abbey Specialties] for acrylic in varied sizes, this company is our landlord. They are in the other half of our building and if you ask they can drop off in our shared loading dock.
* [http://www.petersenplastics.com Petersen Brother's Plastics] Has off-cuts and small pieces for $2/lb. 2929 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL 60641 (773) 286-5666
* [http://www.amazon.com/Baltic-Birch-Plywood-Great-Scroll/dp/B00GQND2PK/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1421174541&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=laser+plywod Amazon.com] good Baltic Birch 1/8" plywood.
* [http://www.rubberstampmaterials.com/laserengravablerubberandpolymer.aspx Laser-engravable rubber and polymer, for stamps]
* [http://www.amazon.com/Laserable-Rubber-Bundle-Engraving-Machine/dp/B00LIZFXY4/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1436036917&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=acrylic+sheet+laserable Amazon, laserable rubber for stamps]

== Strategies and techniques ==

See main article, [[Epilog techniques]].

[[Laser settings]] for various materials.

== General references ==

incredible box maker, with holes and text: http://www.makercase.com/

parametric pdf box creator: http://boxmaker.rahulbotics.com/

parametric svg box creator: http://www.giplt.nl/svg/
(load > construction category > better box)

Ladyada's info on the proper application of laser beams: http://www.ladyada.net/wiki/laserinfo/equipment

Information on materials that can and can't be cut: http://www.pololu.com/docs/0J24/3

paramateric living hinge generator: http://www.ashanan.com/hinges/
(code at: https://github.com/ashanan/hinges)

python svg library written by [[User:toba|Toba]]: https://github.com/eastein/svgcuts

parametric flexbox generator: http://flexbox.herokuapp.com/

http://blog.makezine.com/archive/2008/08/how-to-lasercut-custom-bo.html - Laser cut boxes 

[[:Image:psone-logo-cutout.svg|PS:One Logo]] 

[http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Adjust-for-Wood-Thickness-and-Kerf-on-a-Las/?ALLSTEPS Kerf measurement technique]

== Short list of laser designs on Thingiverse ==
[http://www.thingiverse.com/tool:33/things All laser cutter things on Thingiverse] 
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2321 - Theo Janssen 
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2073 - Drill gauge 
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1521 - Gyroscope 
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1203 - 608 bearing wrapper + face 
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:952 - Small box 
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:53 - planetary gears 
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5265 - Peristaltic pump 
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5076 - Wire spool holder 

== Software Compatibility ==

Note: this indicates success in using this software with the printer driver, not general capabilities about the software itself.

{| border=1
|-
! Software type
! Manufacturer
! File extensions
! Raster (engraving)
! Vector (cutting)
! Other notes
|-
| CorelDraw
| [http://www.corel.com Corel]
| cbr
| yes
| yes
| not available on machine
|-
| Illustrator CC
| [http://www.adobe.com Adobe]
| ai, eps, svg, pdf
| yes
| yes
| available on machine
|-
| Photoshop CC
| [http://www.adobe.com Adobe]
| psd, eps, pdf
| yes
| yes
| available on machine
|-
| Inkscape
| Open Source
|
| yes
| yes (only if printed from PDF)
| save as PDF (vectors should be stroked .01mm), then print from Acrobat. works for bitmap and vector.
|}

== Notes on Software Compatibility ==

Adobe Illustrator and the epilog drivers don't always work great together. If you're experiencing any of the following, there is a simple fix:

# Job runs, but it's an empty run. Laser head moves once then completes, even though raster vs vector is correctly configured and stokes are set to 0.072pt.
# Updating the media size in the epilog print driver does not update the size in Illustrator's print dialog, unless you reopen settings and press 'OK' in epilog again another time or two.
# Open pressing print in Illustrator, you get a message about "nothing to print in selected layers" or similar.
# Media size entered in epilog driver is read as the reverse by Illustrator (e.g. 24x12 is seen as 12x24 by Illustrator)

It seems epilog's driver doesn't play nicely with Illustrator, and Illustrator interfaces with the print driver a lot because it micromanages a lot of things.
If your document is saved as a .AI with PDF compatibility, simply right-click your AI file and open with Adobe Reader instead of Adobe Illustrator, and print from there.

Adobe Reader has a much more "dumbed down" print dialog that just works with Epilog's driver. You don't have to resave your .AI as .PDF, as Adobe Reader can read .AI files saved in compatibility mode (that's the default).

== Rotary Attachment ==

'''NB: Always return the machine back to the default configuration with a cutting bed after use.'''

=== Installing Attachment ===

'''Do not attempt to install the rotary attachment without ensuring that the cutting head AND autofocus plunger will clear it. It is extremely easy to damage the autofocus plunger and/or crash the head in the Y dimension, which will burn the motor out and make a lot of people sad.'''

# Turn machine on
# Disable X/Y
# Open front cover
# Lower bed almost to the bottom of the machine while still allowing the catch tray to be removed
# '''Turn machine off''' NOT TURNING IT OFF CAN DAMAGE/DESTROY THE ELECTRONICS.
# Flip up rulers and remove cutting bed
# Remove slide out catch tray
# Install the attachment locating it in the 3 holes in the bottom of the bed '''DO NOT CONNECT PLUG YET'''
# Make sure the Y axis will clear the top of the attachment, if it will not turn the machine on and lower the bed further making sure to turn it off afterwards
# Connect the attachment cable to the connector in the back of the bed
# Turn the machine on - the machine will zero home over the top of the attachment

Reverse steps to uninstall.

=== Usage notes ===

* '''DO NOT USE AUTO FOCUS'''
* 0,0 is '''TOP LEFT'''
* Y axis is wrapped around the piece
* Set Y size to circumference of piece - measure with soft tape or string/ribbon/etc
* Make sure to set print size in driver to same as art board in illustrator

== Known issues ==

=== Can't login ===

==== The trust relationship between this workstation and the primary domain failed ====

* main page [[The trust relationship between this workstation and the primary domain failed]]
** Might be fixed now
** Occasional workaround: reboot

==== I was certified a long time ago ====

You need to
# Be a Current Member
# Have a https://members.pumpingstationone.org account
# Talk to a recommended certifier, The area host, or email info@pumpingstationone.org

You may be asked to get recertified.

== List of Currently Certified Users ==

This list is hugely incomplete because nobody was doing it. Someone should fix that eventually... for now, new certs should go in here. If you are certified and remember who certified you, go ahead and add yourself. Your non-presence on this list is not intended to insult you or your relatives.

{| class="wikitable" border="1"
! Qualified Member
! Trained By
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|Nat Zorach
|Will McShane
|-
|[[User:anthony|Anthony Sontag]]
|Elizabeth
|-
|Will McShane
|Danger Committee
|-
|Eric Stein
|Will McShane
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|Patrick Schless
|Will McShane
|-
|Laurie Rich
|Steve
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|Tom Forajter
|Will McShane
|-
|Colin Parsons
|Patrick Swayze (RIP)
|-
|Andrew Camardella
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Dan Locks
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Mahmoud Al-Qudsi
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Lauren Conroy
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Jesse Seay
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Sai Yamanoor
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Hef
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Adam Talsma
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Josh Cooper
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Bryan Rosendale
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Kevin Caughlin
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Nathan Becka
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Stephen Kamykowski
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Jesse Seay
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Bart Dring
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Mike Morarity
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Tony Dipaolo
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Adrew An
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Dean Anderson
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Francesca Slade
|Colin Parsons
|-
|David Fell
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Ron Olson
|Colin Parsons
|-
|[[User:Jaypee|Jay Pee]]
|Elizabeth
|-
|Peter Borah
|Elizabeth
|-
|April
|Elizabeth
|-
|[[User:rdoeksen|Ray Doeksen]]
|Elizabeth
|-
|Jason Shanfield
|Will McShane
|-
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|Will McShane
|-
|George Shaw
|Will McShane
|-
|Andrew Kos
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Derek Bever
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Jason Araujo
|Derek Bever
|-
|Adam Glick
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Nathan Ellis
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|[[user:rob|Rob Riggs (Colorado Rob)]]
|Elizabeth
|-
|[[User:ad9581|Arturo Duarte]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:jivnyahoo|James Porter]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:ryankelly11|Ryan Kelly]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:sloanieb01|Sloan Lavery]]
|William McShane
|-
|Casey Olson
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|Spenser Gilliland
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Jeff McBride
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|David Morton
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Thomas Wright
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Touly Phiachantharath
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Robert Grossman
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Eddie Muela
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Rachel Wallis
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Nick Halderman
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Eric Beauchamp
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|Aaron Mintz
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Matt Makris
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:RogerMoore|Roger Moore]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Michael Leinartas
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Solomon Hursey
|Elizabeth Kopruki
|-
|[[User:daroldhiga|Darold Higa]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Curtiss Cooke
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Dubi Kaufmann
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Maria Miller
|Derek Bever
|-
|Andrew Sowa
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Mike Kislovsky
|Will McShane
|-
|Kyle Bieneman
|Will McShane
|-
|Michael Solheim
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Tim Geiser
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:lucas|Lucas Goossen]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Alec Weege
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|Arjun Wadnerkar
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|Kevin Pulver
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|David Butler
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Mike Mandrea
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Davis Mazariegos
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|John Farmer
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Knute Martell
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:leonmf|Leon Grossman]]
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|[[User:Tina|Tina C]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Benjamin Miller
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|Ryan Taylor
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|Joe Wallace
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|Ryan Neuman
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Scott Little
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Scott Drane
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Will Garza
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Mike Jones
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Bryan Sills
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Mike Patton
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|James Huber
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|[[user:kuroishi|Doorman Dave]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Simon Pyle
|Jason Shanfield
|-
|Kurt Ziegel
|Lyn Cole
|-
|Ralph Brendler
|[[user:Bjonnh|Jonathan Bisson]]
|-
|Robert Caruso
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|(Raj) Joseph Perera
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|[[user:Bjonnh|Jonathan Bisson]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[user:daddybird|Burton Kent]]
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|[[User:Wessing|Erik Wessing]]
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|[[User:crumpn8or|Matt Crump]]
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|[[User:motissia|Eugene Liolumovich]]
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|[[User:avner|Avner Shanan]]
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Chinzorig Davaatseren
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Temuulen Erdenekhvv
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Krista Benson
|Ray Doeksen --[[User:Rdoeksen|Rdoeksen]] ([[User talk:Rdoeksen|talk]]) 16:09, 28 August 2015 (CDT)
|-
|Bradley Jiminez
|Ray Doeksen --[[User:Rdoeksen|Rdoeksen]] ([[User talk:Rdoeksen|talk]]) 16:09, 28 August 2015 (CDT)
|-
|James Baker
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Hunter Koerner
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Tricia Scully
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Danika Faiola --[[User:Rdoeksen|Rdoeksen]] ([[User talk:Rdoeksen|talk]]) 21:34, 9 September 2015 (CDT)
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Jim Hartmann
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Jonathan Levine
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Keith Hultman
|Khoi Nguyen
|-
|Julia Padvoiskis
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Erik Funkhouser
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Steve Kuenstler
|Elizabeth Koprucki
|-
|Shane Kanter 10/18/2015
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Andy Larkin 10/20/2015
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|David Gutowsky
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Nicholas Hawley
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Kevin Mitchell
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|David Rubman 11/23/2105
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Jeff Smykil
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Samuel Sion
|Ron Olson
|-
|David O'Brien --[[User:Rdoeksen|Rdoeksen]] ([[User talk:Rdoeksen|talk]]) 22:37, 21 December 2015 (CST)
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Greg Kudlacz
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Daya Alexander
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Andrew Dalesandro
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|An Phan
|Jonathan Bisson
|-
|Connor Sullivan
|Tom Judge
|1/22/16
|-}
|Brian Zable
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Joe Iklov
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Ashley Matrisciano
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Juan Ramos
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Jacob Collins
|Burton Kent
|-
|Joseph Dowling
|Burton Kent
|-
|[[user:mkeith|Matt Keith]]
|Burton Kent
|-
|Eugene Shockey Funke
|Burton Kent
|-
|Donald Wells
|Ray Doeksen
|8/29/2016
|-
|[[User:mct|McTavish McArdle]]
|Roy Doeksen
|2016-08-29
|-
|Ryan Kapp
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|[[User:skynaya|Skylar Nova]]
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Candice Son
|Burton Kent
|-
|Rhonda Jackson
|Burton Kent
|-
|Carlos Flores
|Burton Kent
|-
|Idris Raja
|Burton Kent
|-
|Ryan Fiebing
|Burton Kent
|-
|Christian Tsu-Raun
|Burton Kent
|-
|Danny Blanchard
|Burton Kent
|-
|Leo Rodman
|Burton Kent
|-
|Nick Puglisi
|Burton Kent
|-
|Revant Ohri
|Burton Kent
|-
|Daniel Conrad
|Burton Kent
|-
|Mark Haughey
|Ray Doeksen
|-
|Marianna Belmares
|Andrew Camardella
|-
|Jonathan Komperaa
|Burton Kent
|-
|John McDonald
|Burton Kent
|-
|Jeff Saltzmann
|Burton Kent
|-
|Miles Aurbek
|Burton Kent
|-
|Ian Stubbs
|Burton Kent
|-
|Michael Siles
|Burton Kent
|-
|Arlene Bueno
|Burton Kent
|-
|Stephan Martone
|Burton Kent
|-
|Ashish Jasani
|Burton Kent
|-
|Lyn Cole
|Colin Parsons
|-
|Aaron Canlock
|Burton Kent
|-
|Chris Ruhland
|Burton Kent
|-
|Logan Price
|Burton Kent
|-
|Eileen Madden
|Burton Kent
|-
|Keith Schwartzenberg
|Burton Kent
|-
|Chris Ruhland
|Burton Kent
|-

== Authorizing Users ==

The laser cutter now has [[:Category:Recommended laser authorizers|recommended authorizers]]. Recommended authorizers will periodically conduct authorization sessions for PS:1 members wishing to use the laser engraver. These sessions will be announced on the members' listserv as early as is practicable. A recommended authorizer can follow the instructions on [[Laser Engraver Certification]] to enable logins to the laser engraver computer.

[[Category:Laser Cutter]]
[[Category:Fabrication]]
[[Category:Certification Clarification Needed]]

2016-01-20T18:12:08Z

Jason: Created page with "Ticket 4066, and any other tickets including or discussing privileged communications between the board of directors, or any individual director, and PS1's legal counsel needs..."

Talk:2016 Board Elections

2016-01-20T17:41:44Z

Jason: /* Numbers */ new section

Talk:Vote to Buy Printer Cutter

2016-01-14T17:43:20Z

Jason: Created page with "As a group, PS1 members cannot be trusted to consistently pay for consumables where donations are requested. This thing is going to be a very expensive indulgence unless manda..."

As a group, PS1 members cannot be trusted to consistently pay for consumables where donations are requested. This thing is going to be a very expensive indulgence unless mandatory payment for PS1's vinyl is by the linear foot and ink by the milliliter. Is it possible to set the terminal this machine is used from to track and charge for these things? [[User:Jason|Jason]] ([[User talk:Jason|talk]]) 11:43, 14 January 2016 (CST)

Talk:Vote to Sprawl

2015-12-02T16:38:33Z

Jason: /* Name */

I am not sure if the "four year lease" starts on 11/1 and goes for four years. I am a bit leery about adding 4 years to our lease, personally I would go for 2 years more than when our current lease ends next year. With how fast we are growing, I think 4 years will be too restrictive and we will need more space before then. My $.02 on the term of the lease. Other than that: JFDI! --Unsigned comment by [[User:Sevin|Sevin]]

:The square footage rate Excel sheet I put on the mailing list describes "Current Plus Two Effevtive (sic) 9/1/15", and lists out payments over four years. End date is 2019-08-31, which is about two years and two months past the end of our current lease (2017-06?) --[[User:Negativek|Negativek]] ([[User talk:Negativek|talk]]) 10:33, 24 July 2015 (CDT)
::Why are you talking about what kind of lease term extension is appropriate? Have you done a projection of membership growth related to some kind of analysis of the rate of machine and tool purchases and pressure on current resources? If so, I'd lovvvvvvvve to see it. For all anyone knows, taking over Tony's space would alleviate any space concerns for the foreseeable future. Other makerspaces manage more resources for more members using better organization, far better leadership, and less space than we'd have if we took over 3517. [[User:Jason|Jason]] ([[User talk:Jason|talk]]) 13:40, 24 July 2015 (CDT)

== We need to be careful not to ruin our negotiation power. ==
I know that Dan (that is the name of the landlord right?) should not be privy to our discussions and votes but I would just like to see some cautionary measures not to ruin our negotiations powers. One idea I had was to have a vote to pursue the extra area then a vote on a "final draft" of terms that have been negotiated with him. I understand that the idea of two votes in the time we have could seem daunting but it may just put more pressure on Dan to give us favorable terms.--[[User:Lucas|Lucas]] ([[User talk:Lucas|talk]]) 05:14, 26 July 2015 (CDT)
:The suggestion that PS:One and Dan are somehow adverse such that there's any "pressure" to be exerted on him is offensive, alienating, and weird. I gather that you've never seen or negotiated a commercial lease. [[User:Jason|Jason]] ([[User talk:Jason|talk]]) 11:50, 26 July 2015 (CDT)
::With everything I have ever seen or negotiated the seller wanted the highest price they could get and the buyer wanted to pay the lowest price they could get. If that is not the case here then my comments are mute. --[[User:Lucas|Lucas]] ([[User talk:Lucas|talk]]) 06:40, 27 July 2015 (CDT)
:::Of course that's the case here. But our negotiating position isn't any mystery and Dan/Tony are as well aware of the all the incentives on both sides as we are. There's no need to paint this as any more adversarial than any other business transaction between people who know each other's circumstances. [[User:Jason|Jason]] ([[User talk:Jason|talk]]) 11:05, 5 August 2015 (CDT)

== Suggestions for changes to the language ==
We probably don't want to over complicate the language too much, but I think we can alleviate some concerns that we've been hearing about the vote. I think we should change the language to say that we authorize the board (or maybe even a designated member chosen by someone) to enter into negotiations for the new lease. The language could also maybe spell out a limit for how much the membership is willing to pay for rent, or whatever. I don't think we necessarily need to vote on the terms of the lease, though having them available for discussion during negotiations would probably help the designated negotiator decide what's best for the community. [[User:Justin|Justin]] ([[User talk:Justin|talk]]) 12:58, 4 August 2015 (CDT)

== What might we add? ==

I'd like to collect idea's about what '''NEW''' offerings we might add if we had additional space. Here are some I've heard mentioned and some of my own. All ideas welcome, discussion of merits can happen elsewhere.[[User:Mskilton|Mskilton]] ([[User talk:Mskilton|talk]]) 07:44, 22 November 2015 (CST)

* Jewlery/small metal casting
* Sheet metal shaping
* Storage space rental
* Finishing area
* Classroom/quiet space
* Kiln area, pottery, glass
* Automotive
* CNC plasma
* Science
* Fume hood (science, cleaning stuff with volatile solvents, etc.)
* Gas welding, brazing
* Power hammer for forging
* Move the arts and crafts to a place with a sink.
* Stained glass craft area (preferrably near a sink).
* Paint booth.

== Name ==

For one of the most important decisions the membership will make in years, I think a more descriptive name for this vote proposal is appropriate. I also think it would be helpful if the background when through a bit of analysis of the economic impact of taking over 3517, including whether prudence would dictate smaller area budgets going forward, increased insurance premiums notwithstanding that PS1's policy is currently void because it's not actually a not-for-profit for tax purposes, increased energy costs, maintenance, etc. [[User:Jason|Jason]] ([[User talk:Jason|talk]]) 14:31, 27 November 2015 (CST)

:We asked our insurance broker two weeks ago if expanding to the space next door would increase our premiums at all. He said it would not because our premiums are not based on the amount of square footage we occupy, but more based on the number of members we have. From what I understand, he often gives us conflicting information at different times, so this information could be wrong, but it's the best information we have to go on at this time. [[User:Justin|Justin]] ([[User talk:Justin|talk]]) 10:24, 2 December 2015 (CST)

:There was some discussion in [https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/pumping-station-one/LThuBS_4asY here] about how this might increase our costs. There's also a lot more good discussion [https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/pumping-station-one/SLwryiS_2bI here] specifically addressing our current and future financial situation. Energy costs are specifically mentioned in both of those threads. [[User:Justin|Justin]] ([[User talk:Justin|talk]])
:: Thanks. I'll ask sometime to pull those emails for me. [[User:Jason|Jason]] ([[User talk:Jason|talk]]) 10:38, 2 December 2015 (CST)

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