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faq [2017/06/13 23:40] wildapricot-zeimantz_erich [Am I allowed to borrow tools and take them out of the building?] |
faq [2023/12/10 21:17] (current) dan_dude [Can I hire you to build something?] |
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* If you decide to pursue a membership, we'll give you a membership application form to take home and fill out. | * If you decide to pursue a membership, we'll give you a membership application form to take home and fill out. | ||
* We ask that you visit us one additional time to complete the sign up process. | * We ask that you visit us one additional time to complete the sign up process. | ||
+ | * Bring a valid form of ID if you plan to sign up | ||
+ | * Please have the application with all needed signatures to the front desk by 8:00pm | ||
* All new members must be vetted and confirmed by two current members and one board member. | * All new members must be vetted and confirmed by two current members and one board member. | ||
* If you cannot make a Tuesday meeting, please contact the [[mailto: | * If you cannot make a Tuesday meeting, please contact the [[mailto: | ||
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====Can I apply online?==== | ====Can I apply online?==== | ||
Short answer: No.\\ | Short answer: No.\\ | ||
- | Longer answer: | + | Longer answer: Meeting people face-to-face helps you get a feel for our group and helps us get a feel for you. Each new member is formally endorsed by a current member to ensure we've had a chance to answer any questions they may have and adequately review our policies. |
====Do I have to have an email address? | ====Do I have to have an email address? | ||
Short answer: Yes.\\ | Short answer: Yes.\\ | ||
- | Longer answer: An email address is needed for correspondence and invoices. | + | Longer answer: An email address is needed for correspondence and invoices. |
====How can I pay my dues?==== | ====How can I pay my dues?==== | ||
http:// | http:// | ||
====What if I don't want to become a member, but I still want to hangout? | ====What if I don't want to become a member, but I still want to hangout? | ||
- | That's cool! There are several people we consider " | + | That's cool! There are several people we consider " |
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We recommend first contacting the tool's owner. | We recommend first contacting the tool's owner. | ||
- | ==== I love you guys! | + | ==== How do I donate tools/ |
- | Milwaukee Makerspace is a non-stock corporation operating in the State of Wisconsin. | + | Milwaukee Makerspace is a 501(c )(3) non-profit educational charity. |
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====I want to bring some friends/ | ====I want to bring some friends/ | ||
- | Great! | + | Great! |
====Can my friend help me with my project, even if they' | ====Can my friend help me with my project, even if they' | ||
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====Do you have any events for kids?==== | ====Do you have any events for kids?==== | ||
We occasionally host or participate in events that are open to children. | We occasionally host or participate in events that are open to children. | ||
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====What if I want to bring in tools for my own use only?==== | ====What if I want to bring in tools for my own use only?==== | ||
- | That's fine too, but we'll ask that you mark your property with your name or initials and keep those tools separate from the rest of the group' | + | That's fine too, but we'll ask that you mark your property with your name or initials and keep those tools separate from the rest of the Makerspace/ |
====I have this tool I want to bring in! Who do I talk to?==== | ====I have this tool I want to bring in! Who do I talk to?==== | ||
- | First, speak with the Area Champion of the shop where the tool will be stored. For small items, their approval is sufficient. The Board of Directors will review any large equipment being proposed, if the Area Champion is in agreement. (i.e. anything that you need help to lift should be discussed before you bring it in) and decide if it's useful to the group. | + | First, speak with the Area Champion of the shop where the proposed |
====What is an "Area Champion"? | ====What is an "Area Champion"? | ||
- | The space has many different areas, welding, forging, an electronics lab, a laser cutter lab, etc. For each area we try to have someone who takes responsibility for taking care of the area and training people on how to use the area. We call these people Area Champions. Interested in learning how to use a 3D printer? Talk to one of the 3D Printing Area Champions. But remember, like everyone else, they volunteer their time, so be kind and respect their contribution and efforts. | + | The space has many different areas, welding, forging, an electronics lab, a laser cutter lab, etc. For each area we try to have someone who takes responsibility for taking care of the area and training people on how to use the area. We call these people Area Champions. Interested in learning how to use a 3D printer? Talk to one of the 3D Printing Area Champions. But remember, like everyone else, they volunteer their time, so be kind and respect their contribution, process |
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* We all want to avoid damaging equipment and ourselves. | * We all want to avoid damaging equipment and ourselves. | ||
* We're all here to learn, and if we can learn to be safer by watching out for each other, that's a good thing. | * We're all here to learn, and if we can learn to be safer by watching out for each other, that's a good thing. | ||
- | * If someone dismisses your concerns, please confer with another member or members in the space at the time. Also consider contacting the Board of Directors [[mailto:info@milwaukeemakerspace.org|info@milwaukeemakerspace.org]]. | + | * If someone dismisses your concerns, please confer with another member or members in the space at the time. Also consider contacting the Board of Directors [[mailto:bod@milwaukeemakerspace.org|bod@milwaukeemakerspace.org]]. |
* What sorts of things could be unsafe? | * What sorts of things could be unsafe? | ||
* Failure to wear proper safety gear (personal protective equipment: goggles, gloves, earplugs, etc.) | * Failure to wear proper safety gear (personal protective equipment: goggles, gloves, earplugs, etc.) | ||
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====Can I hire you to build something? | ====Can I hire you to build something? | ||
- | **Short Answer:** No one ‘works’ at Milwaukee Makerspace we’re all just members, and we are not a business. If you want someone at Milwaukee Makerspace to make something for you, or help you make something yourself, your best bet is to come down to a Weekly Meeting at 7pm on a Tuesday and introduce yourself, talk about what you want, and see if anyone is interested in helping you out. You never know, you might find someone up for a new challenge, or just as excited about your potential project as you are. | ||
- | **Long Answer:** http:// | + | **Short Answer:** No one ‘works’ at Milwaukee Makerspace we’re all just members, and we are not a business. If you want someone at Milwaukee Makerspace to make something for you, or help you make something yourself, your best bet is to come down to a Public Meeting at 7pm on a Tuesday and introduce yourself, talk about what you want, and see if anyone is interested in helping you out. [[https:// |
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====Can I host my event at the Makerspace? | ====Can I host my event at the Makerspace? | ||
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====Can I bring my pet into the space?==== | ====Can I bring my pet into the space?==== | ||
- | Pets at the space can be a touchy subject. | + | Pets at the space can be a touchy subject. |
Our advice on how to be excellent to fellow makers: | Our advice on how to be excellent to fellow makers: | ||
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- Tools can only be borrowed for member use only and should not be given to guests or non-members. | - Tools can only be borrowed for member use only and should not be given to guests or non-members. | ||
- | - Small tools and hand tools only are to be borrowed (examples: hand drill, saws, clamps, hand truck, etc.). | + | - Small tools and hand tools only are to be borrowed (examples: hand drill, saws, clamps, hand truck, etc.). If we only have one of a tool, it should not leave the building. |
- | - The member | + | - The member |
- | - The member should | + | - Make a post on the members-only Google Group declaring |
+ | - It is suggested, but not required to post a photo of the tool along with your description. | ||
- If the anticipated length of time the tool will be borrowed for increases, the member should update the members-only Google Group and the Area Champion. | - If the anticipated length of time the tool will be borrowed for increases, the member should update the members-only Google Group and the Area Champion. | ||
- If the tool is returned damaged or the tool is not returned, the Board of Directors will have the discretion to hold the member accountable for the cost of repair/ | - If the tool is returned damaged or the tool is not returned, the Board of Directors will have the discretion to hold the member accountable for the cost of repair/ | ||
- Tools should be returned to the space as soon as possible and the tool should not be borrowed for more than 7 days. | - Tools should be returned to the space as soon as possible and the tool should not be borrowed for more than 7 days. | ||
+ | - Violation of the guidelines above could result in revocation of your membership. | ||
- | //**If you have questions or concerns about borrowing a tool, please see an Area Champion or Board Member.**// | + | //If you have questions or concerns about borrowing a tool, please see an Area Champion or Board Member.// |
==== Can I manufacture a firearm or firearm parts at the Makerspace? ==== | ==== Can I manufacture a firearm or firearm parts at the Makerspace? ==== |