Makespace - User contributions [en]

MakespaceInduction

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= Summary =
The aim of this process is to ensure that all new members are introduced in an appropriate way and provided with sufficient information to take and active part in our community, gain the maximum benefit from it and use the equipment and space safely.

= Process =
The overall process for the induction of new members is as follows:

*Initial visit
**Potential members visit the space for a tour and to meet us. If they are interested in membership we collect their details in order to send them details.

*Post membership paperwork out
**The next step is to send out the membership paperwork. This can then be sent back signed by post or returned at the induction session

*Induction session
**Another chance for new members to meet us and for us to meet them. This session is intended to provide a structured introduction to the space. It will cover membership details, safety details and allow for questions - see below for more details.

*Payment and membership checks
**We need to ensure that members are who they say they are and process payment from them, these checks include:
***Check payment has been received in bank
***Program keyfob
***Send keyfob to home address
***Management representative complete's and signs the 'office only' section of the membership doc
**The final step will be to program the key fob and send it out to the new members address.

= Membership Paperwork =
*Rules
*Membership form
*Direct debit/payment details

= Induction =
The following should be shared during the induction session.<br/>
*Tour of the space
*Rules & guidelines
*General workshop safety
*Fire exits
*Location of First Aid kits
*Membership agreement
*Hand in paperwork if not posted in
*Complete knowledge checklist - this should be questions, not just 'tick if you know'

== Checklist ==
<to be done>

= Required reading =
[https://web.makespace.org/policies_rules_and_agreements/ Policies, rules, and agreements]

[https://web.makespace.org/how-to-join/ Membership information]

Makespace

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[[File:WIP+Makespace-dan.png|thumb|frameless|400px|Makespace]]
[http://makespace.org Makespace Homepage] / Wiki

== What is in Makespace? ==

* Up-to-date information about equipment and training can be found on '''[https://equipment.makespace.org/ the equipment pages]'''
* Historical information from before the equipment pages: [[Equipment|Our Equipment]]
* [[Infrastructure]]
* [[Things and stuff]] --- locator for smaller items

== How does Makespace work? ==

The space is great for individuals wanting to experiment, startups or companies wanting access to prototyping equipment, companies in the business who can come and do training and provide services beyond Makespace, and groups that want space to meet. Anyone who could benefit from a shared space focused on making things.

At its core is a membership-based structure; the price of membership is £40/month inc VAT for full membership for 24/7 RFID access, or £33/month inc VAT for full student membership (no access outside of Cambridge university terms).

It is a community run space; see:

* [http://makespace.org Makespace Main Website]
* [[Induction|Membership and inductions]]
* [https://web.makespace.org/policies_rules_and_agreements/ Policies, agreements, and rules]

== Getting involved ==

Members are encouraged, and non-members are welcome, to join our [http://groups.google.com/group/cammakespace mailing list]. You can read and post via the web interface or get messages delivered to your inbox.

If you'd like to find out about upcoming real-world meetings, please join our [http://www.meetup.com/makespace Meetup] group.

Members: please contribute to this wiki! If you spot something incomplete or out of date, just hit 'edit' and change it.

Various communication channels are listed [[Communications|here]].

Consider becoming an Owner or Trainer.

== Other information ==

* [[Cakespace]]

* [[How to do stuff for Makespace]]

* Some information about other groups around the world that may be of interest can be found on the [[Links|Links page]].

* Some projects may need external [[Service Suppliers]] for things we can't do in-house.

* [[Working with the wiki]]

== Regular groups and social meetings ==

Makespace and its members host regular meetings, both to make things, learning things, and be sociable. For a list of these see [https://www.meetup.com/makespace/|our meetup group].

If you'd like to run an event, check out [[Events policy|how to run an event in Makespace]].

== Formal Meetings ==
There are write-ups of planning and member meetings at [[Makespace/Meetings | Meetings]].

== External meetings, conferences etc ==

We list some [[external events]] that may be of interest to Makespace members.

== Sponsorship and Donations! ==
We're grateful to the founding sponsors who helped set Makespace up. Most current running costs are met from membership payments but we gratefully receive any donations, however small, that can help with developing, running and improving Makespace for everyone. Contact management (at) makespace (dot) org. Thanks!

Reading list for new members

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* Policies and rules are on the [https://web.makespace.org/policies_rules_and_agreements/ main website].
* If you are thinking of donating something to makespace, check the [[Donations Policy]]. (Please only things that might be useful, junk electronics such as your old router/modems can go in the wee recycling bin.(under the electronics bench))
* If you are wondering what the community atmosphere at Makespace should be like, there are the [[Community Values]] .

'''Communications'''

Discuss making and Makespace on our [https://groups.google.com/forum/?fromgroups#!forum/cammakespace mailing list] which is a Google Group. To join without a google account, you can email cammakespace+subscribe@googlegroups.com

Tweet [http://twitter.com/cammakespace @cammakespace ]

Useful makespace info for Members

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'''New members
'''

Please checkout the [[Reading list for new members]]

'''Equipment Inductions
'''

We're sure there'll be lots of pieces of equipment you're keen to get inducted on. For information on training, see [https://web.makespace.org/training/ here]

We know there is a backlog on some popular pieces of equipment, and we're doing our best to find new owners and trainers to relieve the pressure. If you're a skilled operator on any of our kit, please consider offering to train people!

'''Getting involved
'''

Getting stuck in to the community will help you enjoy Makespace, and help Makespace thrive:
* Introduce yourself on the [https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/cammakespace Google Group], and write about what you want to do
* Run events – or help others run events. All our events get listed on meetup.com/makespace
* Become a community owner of some equipment
* Just help – with cleaning, tidying, showing people around, welcoming new members on the mailing list and helping people find the information or help they need. Taking the tea towels home and washing them when they get dirty; loading the dishwasher; watering the plants; sweeping the floor; stocking up on chocolate.

'''Spread the word
'''

Grab some posters and stickers from the entrance hall – and tell your friends, put up posters in offices and common rooms and so on.

'''Keep in touch
'''

* Join the [https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/cammakespace Google Group] to talk to other members about making, your projects, and Makespace
* Follow us on twitter/Facebook/Google+ for all the latest news (all linked from http://makespace.org )

The archive of the [https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/cammakespace Google Group] may be of interest too.

'''Admin bits
'''

If you want to change your payment details, you can login at http://makespace.recurly.com

For any concerns about the space or community, email the Directors management@makespace.org

Policies

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* [https://web.makespace.org/policies_rules_and_agreements/ Index of policies and agreements]
* [https://web.makespace.org/agreement/ Membership agreement]
* [https://web.makespace.org/health-and-safety/ Health and Safety]
* [https://web.makespace.org/rules/ Rules]

== Informal policies and how to get stuff done ==
These aren't super formal but they set out how things work.

* [[How_to_do_stuff_for_Makespace]]
* [[Events policy]]
* [[Donations Policy]]
* [[Personal Storage Policy]]

Equipment/ToolClasses

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Information on tool classes has been moved to [https://web.makespace.org/training/ the main website]

Equipment/ToolClasses

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#REDIRECT [https://web.makespace.org/training/]

Equipment

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[[File:Laser-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
[[File:Makerbot-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/3D_Printer|3D Printer]]
[[File:Roland-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/CNC_Model_Mill|CNC Model Mill]]
[[File:WP_20130509_005.jpg||thumb|320px|link=Equipment/CNC_Router|CNC Router]]
[[File:Powertools-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Power_Tools|Power Tools]]
[[File:Electronics-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches|Electronics Workbenches]]
[[File:fine_metal_DSC_7694.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/Fine_metalwork_bench|Fine metalwork Workbench]]
[[File:8633913103 92f52a697d c.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/Glassworking|Glassworking bench]]
[[File:300xq.PNG|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/VacuumFormer|Vacuum Former]]
[[File:CircularSaw.PNG|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/5704RK|Makita Circular Saw]]
[[File:Rage3db_1.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/MitreSawRage3Db|Rage 3 Mitre Saw]]
[[File:WarcoLathe.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Lathe|Lathe]]
[[File:warco_mill.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/WarcoMill|Warco Mill]]

The equipment you can find in Makespace.

{{warning|1=This page can be considered superseded by https://equipment.makespace.org}}

== Using our Equipment ==

There is a large and growing variety of equipment and tools; some are safe to use, some can be dangerous or are expensive and need training before use. We have divided all the tools below into [[Equipment/ToolClasses|Tool Classes]]. Make sure you understand which class a tool is in before you attempt to use it, and read the associated wiki page.

Consumables for some equipment can be used and paid for using the [[Online payment system]].

Smaller equipment is listed on the [[Things and stuff]] page.

== The Workshop ==

{{warning|1=For up-to-date information on equipment, see https://equipment.makespace.org}}

In the main area:

* [[Equipment/AxminsterBeltDiscSander|Belt and Disc Sander]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Router|CNC Router]]
* [[Equipment/Drill_Presses|Drill Presses]]
* [[Equipment/Power_Tools|Power Tools (small)]]
* [[Equipment/WoodLathe|Wood Lathe]]
* [[Equipment/AxminsterScrollSaw|Scroll Saw]]
* [http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/clarke-cht641-199-piece-diy-tool-kit-with-cant Tool Box]
* [[Equipment/Spindle Sander|Triton Spindle Sander]]
* [[Equipment/Hand Planes|Hand Planes]]

In the metal work area:

* [[Equipment/Warco lathe|Lathe - Warco]]
* [[Equipment/WarcoMill|Mill - Warco ]]

== The Space ==

{{warning|1=For up-to-date information on equipment, see https://equipment.makespace.org}}

* [[Equipment/3D_Printer|3D Printers (FDM)]]
* [[Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches|Electronics Workbenches]]
* [[Equipment/Fine_metalwork_bench|Fine Metalwork Bench]] and [[Equipment/Flexible_Shaft_Drill|Flexible Shaft Drill]]
* [[Equipment/Glassworking|Glassworking kiln, torch and associated tools]]
* [[Equipment/Laser_Cutter|Two Laser Cutters]]
* [http://www.pattesters.co.uk/pat-testers/basic-pat-testers/seaward-primetest-100-pat-tester PrimeTest 100 PAT Tester]
* [[Equipment/VacuumFormer|Vacuum Former]]
* [[Equipment/BicycleMaintain|Bicycle Maintenance]]
* Chromebooks
* [[Equipment/Projector|Projector]]
* [[Equipment/Screenprinting|Screenprinting]]
* [[Equipment/Batteries|Batteries]]
* [[Equipment/EggBot|EggBot]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Model_Mill|CNC Model Mill]]
* [[Equipment/Hobby_Bender|Hobby Bender acrylic bending device]]

== Craft area ==
* [[Equipment/Vinyl_Cutter|Vinyl Cutter]]
* large table for cutting or working at
* [[Equipment/SewingMachine|Sewing Machine]]
* [[Equipment/TShirtPress|TShirt heat press]]
* PC with basic image-editing software (Inkscape, GIMP), scanner and link to Vinyl cutter
* [[Equipment/Leather_Kit|Leather Kit]]
* [[Badge Maker]]
* [[Photography gear]]

== Classroom ==
* [[Classroom/Projector|Projector]]
* [[Classroom/Seating|Seating]]
== Corridor Cupboards ==
* [[Arduino_and_Cake/Big_Box|Arduino/Raspberry Pi Accessories]]

== Related ==
* [[Equipment/ToolClasses|Tool Classes]] - for safety and training requirements.
* [[Equipment/NewKit|New Kit]] - process for adding to our equipment inventory.
* This series of 10 metal working videos of up to an hour each from MIT are well worth watching. Episode 1 covers measuring and marking work, 2 covers band sawing and 3 covers drilling. Episodes 4 to 7 cover milling and 8 is about lathe work. [http://techtv.mit.edu/collections/ehs-videos/videos Introduction to Machine Shop Tools and Skills]

Equipment

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Davidturner: Add more deprecation warnings, remove old links

[[File:Laser-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
[[File:Makerbot-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/3D_Printer|3D Printer]]
[[File:Roland-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/CNC_Model_Mill|CNC Model Mill]]
[[File:WP_20130509_005.jpg||thumb|320px|link=Equipment/CNC_Router|CNC Router]]
[[File:Powertools-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Power_Tools|Power Tools]]
[[File:Electronics-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches|Electronics Workbenches]]
[[File:fine_metal_DSC_7694.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/Fine_metalwork_bench|Fine metalwork Workbench]]
[[File:8633913103 92f52a697d c.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/Glassworking|Glassworking bench]]
[[File:300xq.PNG|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/VacuumFormer|Vacuum Former]]
[[File:CircularSaw.PNG|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/5704RK|Makita Circular Saw]]
[[File:Rage3db_1.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/MitreSawRage3Db|Rage 3 Mitre Saw]]
[[File:WarcoLathe.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Lathe|Lathe]]
[[File:warco_mill.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/WarcoMill|Warco Mill]]

The equipment you can find in Makespace.

{{warning|1=This page can be considered superseded by https://equipment.makespace.org}}

== Using our Equipment ==

There is a large and growing variety of equipment and tools; some are safe to use, some can be dangerous or are expensive and need training before use. We have divided all the tools below into [[Equipment/ToolClasses|Tool Classes]]. Make sure you understand which class a tool is in before you attempt to use it, and read the associated wiki page.

Consumables for some equipment can be used and paid for using the [[Online payment system]].

Smaller equipment is listed on the [[Things and stuff]] page.

== The Workshop ==

{{warning|1=For up-to-date information on equipment, see https://equipment.makespace.org}}

For more details please see [[SecureWorkshop|the Secure Workshop]]

In the main area:

* [[Equipment/AxminsterBeltDiscSander|Belt and Disc Sander]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Router|CNC Router]]
* [[Equipment/Drill_Presses|Drill Presses]]
* [[Equipment/Power_Tools|Power Tools (small)]]
* [[Equipment/WoodLathe|Wood Lathe]]
* [[Equipment/AxminsterScrollSaw|Scroll Saw]]
* [http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/clarke-cht641-199-piece-diy-tool-kit-with-cant Tool Box]
* [[Equipment/Spindle Sander|Triton Spindle Sander]]
* [[Equipment/Hand Planes|Hand Planes]]

In the metal work area:

* [[Equipment/Warco lathe|Lathe - Warco]]
* [[Equipment/WarcoMill|Mill - Warco ]]

== The Space ==

{{warning|1=For up-to-date information on equipment, see https://equipment.makespace.org}}

* [[Equipment/3D_Printer|3D Printers (FDM)]]
* [[Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches|Electronics Workbenches]]
* [[Equipment/Fine_metalwork_bench|Fine Metalwork Bench]] and [[Equipment/Flexible_Shaft_Drill|Flexible Shaft Drill]]
* [[Equipment/Glassworking|Glassworking kiln, torch and associated tools]]
* [[Equipment/Laser_Cutter|Two Laser Cutters]]
* [http://www.pattesters.co.uk/pat-testers/basic-pat-testers/seaward-primetest-100-pat-tester PrimeTest 100 PAT Tester]
* [[Equipment/VacuumFormer|Vacuum Former]]
* [[Equipment/BicycleMaintain|Bicycle Maintenance]]
* Chromebooks
* [[Equipment/Projector|Projector]]
* [[Equipment/Screenprinting|Screenprinting]]
* [[Equipment/Batteries|Batteries]]
* [[Equipment/EggBot|EggBot]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Model_Mill|CNC Model Mill]]
* [[Equipment/Hobby_Bender|Hobby Bender acrylic bending device]]

== Craft area ==
* [[Equipment/Vinyl_Cutter|Vinyl Cutter]]
* large table for cutting or working at
* [[Equipment/SewingMachine|Sewing Machine]]
* [[Equipment/TShirtPress|TShirt heat press]]
* PC with basic image-editing software (Inkscape, GIMP), scanner and link to Vinyl cutter
* [[Equipment/Leather_Kit|Leather Kit]]
* [[Badge Maker]]
* [[Photography gear]]

== Classroom ==
* [[Classroom/Projector|Projector]]
* [[Classroom/Seating|Seating]]
== Corridor Cupboards ==
* [[Arduino_and_Cake/Big_Box|Arduino/Raspberry Pi Accessories]]

== Related ==
* [[Equipment/ToolClasses|Tool Classes]] - for safety and training requirements.
* [[Equipment/NewKit|New Kit]] - process for adding to our equipment inventory.
* This series of 10 metal working videos of up to an hour each from MIT are well worth watching. Episode 1 covers measuring and marking work, 2 covers band sawing and 3 covers drilling. Episodes 4 to 7 cover milling and 8 is about lathe work. [http://techtv.mit.edu/collections/ehs-videos/videos Introduction to Machine Shop Tools and Skills]

MediaWiki:Sidebar

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Equipment

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[[File:Laser-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Laser_Cutter|Laser Cutter]]
[[File:Makerbot-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/3D_Printer|3D Printer]]
[[File:Roland-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/CNC_Model_Mill|CNC Model Mill]]
[[File:WP_20130509_005.jpg||thumb|320px|link=Equipment/CNC_Router|CNC Router]]
[[File:Powertools-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Power_Tools|Power Tools]]
[[File:Electronics-thumb.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches|Electronics Workbenches]]
[[File:fine_metal_DSC_7694.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/Fine_metalwork_bench|Fine metalwork Workbench]]
[[File:8633913103 92f52a697d c.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/Glassworking|Glassworking bench]]
[[File:300xq.PNG|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/VacuumFormer|Vacuum Former]]
[[File:CircularSaw.PNG|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/5704RK|Makita Circular Saw]]
[[File:Rage3db_1.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/MitreSawRage3Db|Rage 3 Mitre Saw]]
[[File:WarcoLathe.jpg|framed|link=Equipment/Lathe|Lathe]]
[[File:warco_mill.jpg|thumb|320px|link=Equipment/WarcoMill|Warco Mill]]

The equipment you can find in Makespace.

{{warning|1=This page can be considered superseded by https://equipment.makespace.org}}

== Using our Equipment ==

There is a large and growing variety of equipment and tools; some are safe to use, some can be dangerous or are expensive and need training before use. We have divided all the tools below into [[Equipment/ToolClasses|Tool Classes]]. Make sure you understand which class a tool is in before you attempt to use it, and read the associated wiki page.

Consumables for some equipment can be used and paid for using the [[Online payment system]].

Smaller equipment is listed on the [[Things and stuff]] page.

== The Workshop ==

For more details please see [[SecureWorkshop|the Secure Workshop]]

In the main area:

* [[Equipment/BandSaw|Band Saw]]
* [[Equipment/AxminsterBeltDiscSander|Belt and Disc Sander]]
* [[Equipment/5704RK|Circular Saw - Makita ]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Router|CNC Router]]
* [[Equipment/Drill_Presses|Drill Presses]]
* [[Equipment/Router|Hand-held Plunge Router]]
* [[Equipment/MitreSawRage3Db|Mitre Saw - Rage 3]]
* [[Equipment/Power_Tools|Power Tools (small)]]
* [[Equipment/WoodLathe|Wood Lathe]]
* [[Equipment/AxminsterScrollSaw|Scroll Saw]]
* [http://www.machinemart.co.uk/shop/product/details/clarke-cht641-199-piece-diy-tool-kit-with-cant Tool Box]
* [[Equipment/Spindle Sander|Triton Spindle Sander]]
* [[Equipment/Thicknesser|Metabo Thicknesser]]
* [[Equipment/Hand Planes|Hand Planes]]

In the metal work area:

* [[Equipment/Warco lathe|Lathe - Warco]]
* [[Equipment/WarcoMill|Mill - Warco ]] (Currently no training available)

== The Space ==

* [[Equipment/3D_Printer|3D Printers (FDM)]]
* [[Equipment/Electronics_Workbenches|Electronics Workbenches]]
* [[Equipment/Fine_metalwork_bench|Fine Metalwork Bench]] and [[Equipment/Flexible_Shaft_Drill|Flexible Shaft Drill]]
* [[Equipment/Glassworking|Glassworking kiln, torch and associated tools]]
* [[Equipment/Laser_Cutter|Two Laser Cutters]]
* [http://www.pattesters.co.uk/pat-testers/basic-pat-testers/seaward-primetest-100-pat-tester PrimeTest 100 PAT Tester]
* [[Equipment/VacuumFormer|Vacuum Former]]
* [[Equipment/Paper Printers|Paper printers]]
* [[Equipment/BicycleMaintain|Bicycle Maintenance]]
* Chromebooks
* [[Equipment/Projector|Projector]]
* [[Equipment/Screenprinting|Screenprinting]]
* [[Equipment/Batteries|Batteries]]
* [[Equipment/EggBot|EggBot]]
* [[Equipment/CNC_Model_Mill|CNC Model Mill]]
* [[Equipment/Hobby_Bender|Hobby Bender acrylic bending device]]

== Craft area ==
* [[Equipment/Vinyl_Cutter|Vinyl Cutter]]
* large table for cutting or working at
* [[Equipment/SewingMachine|Sewing Machine]]
* [[Equipment/TShirtPress|TShirt heat press]]
* PC with basic image-editing software (Inkscape, GIMP), scanner and link to Vinyl cutter
* [[Equipment/Leather_Kit|Leather Kit]]
* [[Badge Maker]]
* [[Photography gear]]

== Classroom ==
* [[Classroom/Projector|Projector]]
* [[Classroom/Seating|Seating]]
== Corridor Cupboards ==
* [[Arduino_and_Cake/Big_Box|Arduino/Raspberry Pi Accessories]]

== Related ==
* Full equipment database [http://makespace-equipment-db.herokuapp.com/ http://makespace-equipment-db.herokuapp.com/].
* [[Infrastructure|Makespace Infrastructure]]
* [[Equipment/ToolClasses|Tool Classes]] - for safety and training requirements.
* [[Equipment/NewKit|New Kit]] - process for adding to our equipment inventory.
* This series of 10 metal working videos of up to an hour each from MIT are well worth watching. Episode 1 covers measuring and marking work, 2 covers band sawing and 3 covers drilling. Episodes 4 to 7 cover milling and 8 is about lathe work. [http://techtv.mit.edu/collections/ehs-videos/videos Introduction to Machine Shop Tools and Skills]

Infrastructure/Plants

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Makespace has some decorative plants, which may also help to improve the air quality.

The plant pots may eventually become part of the Internet Of Things, reporting their hydration level.

= Main space =

One or more plant pots might become suspended on monorails running along the cabling track in the main space, if no-one objects. They could move slowly along, (driven by photovoltaic cells or by a supply rail), and change directions when bumping into each other or into end-stops.

There are many ceiling beams from which hanging baskets could be suspended (one now done).

=== Contents ===

* One larger spider plant (variegated) on the cable racking near the kitchen stairs.

* One spider plant (variegated) hanging on chains from the ceiling beams.

* Several spider plants (variegated) in individual pots on cable racking between cable stairs and back door.

* One spider plant (variegated) hanging on a rope and pulleys from the ceiling beams. This plant is called "Δαμοκλής" (Damocles) (thanks to Mat Cook for the naming).

[[Image:Big-plant-just-installed.jpg | Big plant just after it was moved from the kitchen and planted in a hanging trug]]
[[Image:Damocles-2015-10-24.jpg | Big plant when it had grown a bit]]

This plant can be lowered for checking, and can be raised higher to keep the trailing bits from getting in the way. Be careful when releasing the rope; the hanging assembly weighs around 8Kg.

The aluminium pole supporting the trug handles has a an extra 4mm through hole at each end, that could be used to attach extras such as LEDs, although we should probably put end caps on just in case it falls or otherwise comes into contact with people.

We have put a soil humidity sensor in its soil, and a thin hose running up there to water it, using a pump with timer. Setting 5 on the timer seems to be about right, but it needs more in the summer. If it looks thirsty, turn the pump dial to M (for Manual) to run it for three minutes, then turn it back to 5, and it will run for another three minutes, then will run daily at the same time.

=== Last watered ===

Watered automatically by a pump with timer. Setting 5 on the timer seems about right; if the plant looks a little less vibrant than usual, turn the dial to M for Manual, let it run (for three minutes), then turn it back to 5 (and it will run another three minutes, then do it daily at that time).

= Kitchen =

=== Contents ===

* One spider plant (variegated) in a large pot on the counter surface by the windows into the main space

* One Jade plant in a pot on the counter surface by the windows into the main space

= More plants? =

* in the meetspace?
* in the mainspace? (fewer but large tree-ish plants?)
* probably none in the workshop:)

* [[Infrastructure/Spider_plants|Internet-of-Things incorporating spider plants]]