Authorizations
 | Notice, March 2024 - Confirm authorizations on Discord first Post pandemic, we're (slowly) updating old authorization info. If there's a blue Authorization Course Info box on this page or a tool's page, the authorization course info in that box should be up-to-date. Otherwise, any other info you find should be considered out of date. Confirm in the appropriate area channel on Discord if the info is correct or not. |
What is an authorization?
Any tool more dangerous than a soldering iron requires authorization before use, these are marked with an "Authorization Required - Do Not Hack" sticker like the one pictured. Authorizations are how we keep each other safe and maintain our tools for the community, this is why authorizations are still required even if a member has prior knowledge of how to use a specific tool. Be cool, get authed.
I want to get authorized, the crash course
- Read How Do I Get Authorized?
- Find the authorization info in one of these ways:
- Scan the QR on the "Authorization Required" sticker on the tool, see example above
- Search for the tool's wiki page
- Or look through the list on this page
- Follow the instructions in the blue authorization notice box, see example below
- If the blue authorization notice box is missing, ask on Discord for confirmation the instructions on the page are still accurate
- Some authorizations are regularly scheduled while others are by appointment. To schedule a by appointment authorization, members may post in the relevant Discord channel, or contact a volunteer authorizer directly.
- Note that authorizations requiring a Canvas course, only show you the schedule after you complete the course. Even then sometimes (especially Woodshop) the authorizations are booked up for that month.
- Complete the authorization
- Required: Make something cool!
Please help us out by letting area hosts (or #wiki-love) know if the information on this page needs to be updated. You are also welcome to update this wiki page yourself. Thanks!
Woodshop
Need help? Questions? Try #woodshop-general on Discord.
The Woodshop Basic course only covers the tools listed in the blue info box below, it does not cover specialty tools listed further down. Keep in mind the Woodshop Basic course is a required prerequisite for all other woodshop specialty tool authorizations.
Woodshop Basic
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 Woodshop Basic Schedule Frequency: Multiple times per week, scheduled through Canvas. May be booked up to a month out. Discord Channel: #woodshop-general Step 1: Complete the Woodshop Tool Canvas course Step 2: Use Canvas to schedule with the next available in-person auth Step 3: Attend and complete the in-person auth Required Materials: Required: safety goggles, closed toed shoes, no loose clothing. Optional: mask, ear protection Tools covered: You must be logged in to perform this action or view this special page.  Edit this auth Copy and paste this into the tool's wiki page after the Template:EquipmentPage template. {{:Authorizations/Woodshop Basic}} |
Woodshop Special Tools
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Sweet 16 Wood Lathe Schedule Frequency: Once monthly, by appointment only with authorizer Discord Channel: #woodshop-general Prerequisites: Woodshop Basic Authorization Step 1: Review the Wood Lathe Authorization Checklist Step 2: Familiarize yourself with the Lathe - Wood. Robust Sweet 16 tool page Step 3: Email Donzell to schedule in person auth Step 4: Complete in person course Required Materials: Required: safety goggles, no loose clothing. Optional: mask, ear protection Tools covered: You must be logged in to perform this action or view this special page. Edit this auth Copy and paste this into the tool's wiki page after the Template:EquipmentPage template. {{:Authorizations/Sweet 16 Wood Lathe}} |
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Delta Tenoning Jig Schedule Frequency: By appointment only Discord Channel: #woodshop-general Prerequisites: Woodshop Basic Authorization Step 1: Request an authorization appointment through Discord Step 2: Complete the in person auth Required Materials: Required: safety goggles, no loose clothing. Optional: mask, ear protection Tools covered: You must be logged in to perform this action or view this special page. Edit this auth Copy and paste this into the tool's wiki page after the Template:EquipmentPage template. {{:Authorizations/Delta Tenoning Jig}} |
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Advanced Bandsaw, Resawing and Maintenance Schedule Frequency: By appointment only Discord Channel: #woodshop-general Prerequisites: Woodshop Basic Authorization Step 1: Request an authorization appointment through Discord Step 2: Complete the in person auth Required Materials: Required: safety goggles, no loose clothing. Optional: mask, ear protection Notes: You do not need this advance authorization for basic usage of the bandsaw, that's already covered in the Woodshop Basic authorization course. Tools covered: You must be logged in to perform this action or view this special page. Edit this auth Copy and paste this into the tool's wiki page after the Template:EquipmentPage template. {{:Authorizations/Advanced Bandsaw, Resawing and Maintenance}} |
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SawStop Dado Stack Schedule Frequency: By appointment only Discord Channel: #woodshop-general Prerequisites: Woodshop Basic Authorization Step 1: Request an authorization appointment through Discord Step 2: Complete the in person auth Required Materials: Required: safety goggles, no loose clothing. Optional: mask, ear protection Notes: You do not need this advance authorization for basic usage of the SawStop, that's already covered in the Woodshop Basic authorization course. Tools covered: You must be logged in to perform this action or view this special page. Edit this auth Copy and paste this into the tool's wiki page after the Template:EquipmentPage template. {{:Authorizations/SawStop Dado Stack}} |
Small Metals
Need help? Questions? Try #small-metals-general on Discord.
All small metals authorizations are by-request.
| Area | Authorization | Contact |
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| Small Metals | Basic Authorization | Small Metals Authorizers |
| Small Metals | Casting | Small Metals Authorizers |
| Small Metals | Hydraulic Press | Small Metals Authorizers |
Ask for dates and times in #small-metals-general on Discord.
Please review the wiki pages: Acetylene_Air_Torch_Jewelry, Evenheat_810_Kiln, AIM_Kiln_1413 and Dyna_Kiln_N100
Cold Metals
Need help? Questions? #cold-metals-general on Discord.
All small metals authorizations are by-request.
Tier 1 Cold Metals Authorization
Authorizations for many of the most commonly used metal tools, including the drill press, bandsaw, Johnson bandsaw, chop saw, belt sander, bench grinder, and angle grinders, are bundled together into a single session.
The following table generally requires completion of Tier 1 prior to authorization.
| Area | Authorization | Contact |
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| Cold Metals | Clausing Metal Lathe | Cold Metals Authorizers |
| Cold Metals | LeBlond Metal Lathe | Cold Metals Authorizers |
| Cold Metals | Bridgeport Knee Mill | Cold Metals Authorizers |
| Cold Metals | Grizzly Mini Metal Lathe | Cold Metals Authorizers |
| Cold Metals | Surface Grinder | Cold Metals Authorizers |
| Cold Metals | Baldor 510 Tool Grinder | Cold Metals Authorizers |
Hot Metals
Need help? Questions? Try #hotmetalshop on Discord.
The Hot Metals general auth is a prerequisite for all other authorizations in this area, in addition to any listed prerequisites. Additionally there is a recommended Canvas course to help you become familiar with all things Hot Metal.
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Hot Metals general auth | Hot Metals Authorizers |
| Big Blasting Cabinet | Contact an Authorizer to set up a time |
| Belovac Vacuum Forming Machine | Viral Authorizations, Post request to #hotmetalshop on Discord |
| Powder Coating | Contact an Authorizer to set up a time |
| MIG Welder | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
| TIG Welder | Contact an authorizer to set up a time |
| CNC Plasma Cutter | Regularly scheduled - check the Events Calendar |
| Handheld Plasma Cutter | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
| Blacksmithing/Forges | Auths available during office hours - check the Events Calendar |
CNC - Lasers
Need help? Questions? Try #lasers on Discord.
CNC - 3D Resin (SLA) Printers
Need help? Questions? Try #3d-sla-printing on Discord.
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Form 3 SLA 3D printer | There are no authorizations for the SLA printers. Instead, ask the Specialty 3D Area host in Discord. You will need to supply your file(s) for printing by emailing to specialty3d@pumpingstationone.org. Resin is either $0.25mL or $0.50 per mL depending upon the type of resin. |
CNC - 3D Filament (FDM) Printers
Need help? Questions? Try #3d-printing on Discord.
3D printers using filament only require the canvas course, no in person authorization needed.
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Prusa i3 3D printer | are online only through canvas. |
| Creality Ender 3 A 3D Printer | are online only through canvas. 3D printers using filament only require the canvas course. |
Industrial CNC
Need help? Questions? Try #cnc-general on Discord.
ShopBot
There are 2 required classes for complete Shopbot Authorization. The first class is a software-only class to cover CNC concepts and the toolpath and control software. This class is unlimited capacity and generally open to the public. The software-only class is a prerequisite for the second class, the hands-on ShopBot authorization, which will be significantly shortened since it will only cover the specifics of the tool itself.
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization | Prerequisites | Authorizer(s) |
| ShapeOko2 CNC Router | 2D and 3D Auths are scheduled 1:1 | None | Mike Thompson |
| Shopbot PRS CNC router | Regularly scheduled - check the Events Calendar. There is also a helpful but not required Canvas course going over the basics of 2D CAD using Inkscape. | None | David Earl |
| Tormach 1100 series CNC mill | See the Canvas course for authorization information | Cold Metals general auth, Bridgeport auth | Alex Berkowitz |
2D Printing
Need help? Questions? Try #2d-printing on Discord.
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Mimaki CJV30-160 | Complete the Canvas Course |
| Epson Stylus Pro 9800 Large-format Printer | Contact 2D Printing Area Host |
Graphic Arts & Textiles
Need help? Questions? Try #arts-general on Discord.
Sewing Machines
No authorization is required for domestic sewing machines located under the big table. Industrial sewing machines along the wall and windows require authorization.
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization |
| Tier 1 Sewing Machines (Juki serger, Juki straight stitch, Singer zig-zag, Juki cylinder arm) | Check #sewing for upcoming auths |
| Leather Sewing Machines (Cowboy heavy duty stitcher, Adler patcher, Juki cylinder arm) | Check #sewing for upcoming auths |
| Embroidery Machine | Check #embroidery for upcoming auths |
Electronics
Need help? Questions? Try #⚡-electronics-general on Discord.
The Electronics area currently has no authorizations. However, the parts provided in Electronics aren't free. Please make a donation in the lockbox on the left side of the parts wall for anything you take.
Kitchen
Need help? Questions? Try #kitchen-general on Discord.
| Machine/Area Name | How to Schedule Authorization | Prerequisites | Authorizer(s) |
| Java Master 2002 Coffee Roaster | Contact an authorizer to set up a time | Acquire 1 lb green coffee beans, which can be done at Sweet Maria’s | Ryan Pierce |
New Authorization Course Info Box
Check out the Template:AuthorizationCourseInfo page for information on how to use the new template.
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