Wishlist

We're always looking for new opportunities to facilitate projects/education in the space. New equipment can help us do that, so we decided to make a wishlist of some of the things that we need for the space.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Electrical wiring: running new outlets, and...other activities... (certification required)
• Woodworking, construction: help with shelf/hutch building for electronics, help with member storage build-out
• Mural Art: artists, pick a spot on the wall and make it yours! We also want input on designing logos for each of our zones
• Classes: Teaching at Freeside raises money for the space, helps educate our community, and can put a little extra money in your pocket. You don't have to be a member or an expert to teach a class, you just have to have some basic skills and a plan to share them.
• Projects: Volunteering your skills on projects (and Build-Outs) is a great way to meet people and help out. Check out our Meetup account for upcoming opportunities to jump on in.

Space Improvement Projects

• Expand the security/access control system.
• Fix or trade in the kiln and create an area for it.
• Improve the auditorium lighting and seating.
• Add more documentation for the Equipment and teach more basics Classes for it.
• Install drop ceiling for the classroom.

Consumables

• ABS: Our 3D printers need more spools in a variety of colors; we are good on white ABS!
• Paint (dark, black, matte): for shrouding the stage in the darkness
• Paint (brighter colors especially, not black/grey/white): we are painting an internet meme explosion mural in the front bathroom, and Carrie needs more paint
• Printer ink for the HP L7680
• LR44 Batteries
• Sharpies of all shapes, sizes, and color
• Rechargeable batteries
• Box Cutters
• Micro-USB cables and chargers

Software

• Recording and mastering software/hardware
• Valid Windows licenses
• VOIP solution for linking our Google Voice number (or similar service) to the space

Hardware

• Good, functional computers
• Audio/lighting/DJ equipment
• Interesting Human Interface Devices
• Arduinos, other automation controllers or kits
• Raspberry Pis: for use with the access control project, or with the informational kiosks like we have in the welcome zone
• 4+ port NIC card for rack system, or full system: we are trying to build a router to create subnets, see Alan or any IT staff person for details
• Mounts for rack systems: stacking the pizza boxen on top of each other just won’t do
• Larger LCD monitors, flat screen TVs: we want to put up informational kiosk displays around the space
• Breadboards: some members have asked and are unclear if some “projects” could be reclaimed or if there are extra breadboards to go around
• Folding chairs: for when we host large talks or events
• Door and ceiling: for the classroom, to cut down on the noise
• Door/Steel/Mesh: for the server room door, for peace of mind
• Help with getting the existing phone system up and running, for being able to dial other phones in the space, and linking that to VOIP
• Working UPS's for various workstations

Storage

• Member storage bins: We are getting new members! Let’s have a few bins at the ready to get them on-board
• Small to Medium plastic bins: We can start subdividing or replacing cardboard boxes storing things in the parts storage

Materials

• Lumber: ask about specifics, but the two main projects that could use some lumber are for the electronics lab benches and for improvements to member storage
• Engraving plastic: for creating signage with Randy’s CNC!
• Sheetrock, for classroom and other finishing and build-out needs.

Equipment

• Pallet jack
• Pottery wheel
• Welding supplies
  • Welding Gloves

Tools

• Hammer drill
• Concrete bits
• Painting supplies
• Magnetic Sweeper/Pickup tool for the floor