Learn the basics to safely operate the major woodshop tools in this safety class including understanding the limitations of each tool, the forces created when using the tool and how to maintain safe control for improved performance. Tools covered: SawStop table saw, drill press, band saw, router table, jointer, planer, miter saw, oscillating spindle and belt / disk sanders and scroll saw. Expect around an hour of walkthrough with our tools and equipment, followed by an OPTIONAL hour of hands on practice with the tools aimed at those who have little or no practice with woodworking tools
Prerequisites: Please read the woodshop tool access policy and safety requirements on the wiki page prior to coming to class. Safety Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): • Mandatory: Closed-toed shoes, eye protection, short sleeves • Advisable: Hearing protection
Upon completion of the safety demonstration you can use this woodshop equipment for your projects whenever you work at MakeICT as a member!
Time: Sep 15 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Host: Josh Thompson Price: MakeICT Members - $0.00 Price: Non-Members - $0.00
Where: MakeICT - Wichita's Makerspace, 5920 E Mount Vernon St, Wichita, KS 67218, USA
Description: SCA Fighter Practice - Will be both Armored and Cut and Thrust. Location will depend on the weather and the number of people we will either be by the big tree, the garden or inside. If anyone has any questions, please feel free to contact our Knight Marshal Yurik Randulfson by email at Knightmarshal@vatavia.calontir.org and/or our Chatelaine, who helps new people, Aia Gold-Bearer at chatelaine@vatavia.calontir.org
Time: Sep 24 06:00 PM - 07:30 PM Host: Jae Lear Register:http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5876219 Price: MakeICT Members - $20.00 Price: Non-Members - $25.00 Ages: 8 and up
Join us at MakeICT on Tuesday, September 24th, for a texture painting project led by local artist Jae Lear. Guided instruction and necessary supplies will be provided for attendees to create their own original piece of artwork. This will be a simple project that is perfect for beginners and professionals alike. The class will cover using textural elements such as a pallet knife and piping bag.
Time: Sep 21 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM Host: Steve McHugh Register:http://makeict.wildapricot.org/event-5876906 Price: MakeICT Members - $20.00 Price: Non-Members - $25.00 Ages: 16 and up Required Authorizations: Metalshop
Join Steve McHugh in this instructional class as he goes through the history and joys of powder coating.
This class will cover safety of the powder coating area, powder coating gun, air compressor and the powder coating oven. You will get to powder coat an item to take home to show off to your friends! Once you complete this class, you will be authorized to use the powder coating equipment at your leisure.
Powder coating is a type of coating that is applied as a free-flowing, dry powder. The coating is applied electrostatically and is then cured under heat to allow the powder to flow and form a “skin”. The process is used to create a hard finish that is tougher than conventional paint.