A few years ago Ken was inspired by the extraordinary art at Burning Man. This ignited a desire to create art of his own and explore his creative capabilities. Eager to expand his repertoire, Ken reached out to the local burning man community and participated in the creation of the effigy for a regional event. This marked a milestone in Ken’s artistic career as it was the largest project he had taken on at the time, so required a large space with specialized equipment to embark on the project. That’s when he discovered Fuse33.
With the help of Fuse33’s supportive community and cutting edge equipment, such as the laser cutter, Ken was able to build a 30-foot-tall man which would be spectacularly lit aflame for the event. Ken’s involvement with Fuse33 didn’t stop there, enthralled by the spirit and innovation in the Fuse33 community, Ken became a regular. He’s based many of his projects out of the space. The opportunity to develop his craft and learn from like minded creators draws Ken to the space.
Within Fuse33’s space he’s encountered a diverse group of individuals whose passion and craftsmanship inspire Ken’s own projects. For Ken, it’s the people at Fuse33 who have had the biggest impact on his career and growth as an artist. Whether that be through witnessing the innovative creations of fellow artisans, sharing knowledge, or even forging collaborations on ambitious projects.
The transformative power of the community at Fuse33 was so impactful that prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, he was set to embark on a multi-city tour to share his latest creations. Encouraged by the community at Fuse33, Ken is turning his passion into a career. Something he didn’t believe was possible when he first stepped foot into Fuse33.
Whether you’re interested in creating incredible sculptures like Ken or want to see what else Fuse33 has to offer, this is your hub for all things maker. Check out our different levels of memberships below, and sign up today!
Once I got started at Fuse33 I got hooked and have been going there regularly, learning, building, and making things. What has had the biggest impact on my career, is not the tools and equipment at Fuse33, but the community.
I got involved with building the effigy for the Burning Man reginal event. At the time it was the largest art contract I have taken on, and it required more space and equipment than I had access to. That is when I discovered Fuse33.
With the support of the Fuse community I am ready to take this to the next level and turn my passion into a career. Not something I would have believed possible when I came in with that first project.
Ken Hacke
Ken Hacke Arts
Share space, equipment and a wonderful community of makers
Become part of a community where creation and collaboration are the heart of everything we do. Fuse33 was conceived out of the need for artists and makers to use a space with professional-level equipment without the hug up-front cost.
Our Memberships
Join a community of makers and resources that can kick-start your business!
MIG Welder TIG Welder Grinding Wheel/Disc Sander Polishing and Deburr Chop Saw (Cut-Off Saw) Plasma Cutter Horizontal Band Saw
Brake (Floor Mount) Shear Tube Bending Station Air Compressor Drill Press (Floor Mount) High Precision Metal Lathe 30-ton Hydraulic Press
SOFT SHOPS
Electronics Lab
Measurement Tools
4x Digital multi-meters Digital oscilloscope Digital calipers (several basic and premium)
Cutting and Stripping Tools
Automated wire-stripper Wire strippers x3 Wire cutters x6 Tin snips x2 Dremel 4300 Rotary Tool with 64 attachments for grinding, sanding, polishing, etc. (including Flex Shaft) Utility knives X-Acto knives
Soldering and Desoldering Tools
4x Hakko FX-888D soldering irons with precision tips Full-size industrial desoldering vacuum tool Solder wick 0.032″ (21 gauge) Sn63/Pb37 RMA soldering wire and a variety ofunleaded and no-clean gauges.
Safety
Safety glasses Breathing masks for grinding/painting Grounded wrist straps
Magnification
USB Microscope Magnification lamp
Power Supplies
Variable voltage and current limited power supply 12v, 5v, 3.3v, -12v fixed output power supply.
Screwdriving
Full precision screwdriver set x2 Insulated (1000 volt) screwdriver set
Tweezers
Full set of precision non-magnetic, anti-static, ESD-safe tweezers (flat-head, curved, bent and standard).
Vices
Panavise Standard Panavise Junior Third hand with adjustable, articulating holding arms (a joy to use)
For more, please come on down to the shop and check out our electronics lab.
You also have full access to all the tools in our main Tool Crib!
Sewing Shop
4x Bernina 330 sewing machines
The 3 Series from BERNINA is high on both style and function. The B 330 offers a wide variety of stitches, from the practical to the decorative. Its ergonomic features are designed to make your sewing easier and its portable size allows you to take it with you wherever your sewing leads you.
3x Industrial Sewing Machines
1x PRS100 Brother Embroidery machine
The Persona PRS100 is the most versatile, single needle embroidery machine that can do sew much more! Its tubular free arm configuration gives you the flexibility and ease to embroider difficult to reach areas all while reducing fabric tangles. Persona advances your creativity with key features such as anytime bobbin access, large embroidery area, free arm embroidery & Droplight™ Embroidery Positioning Marker.
Software Library
We have a top of the line computer workstation along with the software you need to render and finish your projects, including:
The full Adobe Creative Cloud including
Photoshop CC Illustrator CC Premiere Pro CC Adobe Audition Adobe After Effects Lightroom etc.
Sketchup Fusion360 Slic3r MeshMixer Fritzing
We will be adding software as it’s demanded, so please let us know if there is anything else you need.
4x da Vinci Jr. 1.0 (FREE to use for all members after taking our XYZ Davinci Jr 3D Printer Certification) Wanhao Duplicator i3 (upgraded for increased versatility and use with exotic filaments such as carbon fiber, stainless steel, and other composites) TEVO Little Monster TEVO Black Widow Formlabs Form 2