What We Need From You to Create a Ticket
The best way to start your project with the FabLab is to come in and talk with one of our technicians. We can look at your file(s) and anticipate any issues that might come up. Once you’ve had this first meeting or if you feel confident your submission will work, you can start a ticket by sending us an email at fablab@uvm.edu.
Create a separate email for each type of model request. For example, if your project requires parts cut on the laser and parts 3D printed, send this job in two separate emails. Thank you!
What to Put in Your Email Before Sending it to fablab@uvm.edu:
In your email with the attached file, please include:
- First & Last name
- Email address
- NetID (not the 95#)
- Class number (ex. ARTS 2620)
- Instructor last name
- Overall dimensions of your part with units (length, width, height)
- Note that files over 9mb should be sent using UVM File Transfer to fablab@uvm.edu
- What resource do you need? (3Dprint, laser cut, SLA 3Dprint, etc.)
- Is this for a class, research or a SEED project?
- Are there any special instructions for making this part?
- What material do you need used? (PLA, ABS, Wood, Acrylic, etc.)
Please name your project file as follows: netId_partName_iteration.fileExtension
(ex: fablab_carwheel_1.stl)
Acceptable file formats:
- For the laser cutter: .pdf, .dxf, or .dwg (.dxf is preferred)
- For laser engraving: .pdf, .dxf, .jpg, or Adobe Illustrator
- For 3D printing: .stl
Students should only submit 1 or 2 versions of their project at a time. Students should iterate their projects over time, rather than submit several different versions all at once. In most instances we cannot accommodate color requests.
The FabLab does not print weapons or weapon parts. We abide by UVM’s values of Our Common Ground.
A Guide For:
- Students and Faculty in the College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences
- Studio Art Students and Faculty in the College of Arts and Science
- All other members of the UVM community
- Details about equipment, location and usage can be found here.
An incubator for ideas and a place to engage people’s imaginations, the UVM FabLab makes rapid-prototyping tools available to UVM students and faculty. The lab provides the opportunity for interaction in developing and testing innovative products and designs. We encourage projects that support research, innovation and creativity, and student work that is supported by coursework and professors.
We provide digital fabrication technology and services for UVM courses, research, faculty and students. Additionally the facility includes soldering stations and microcontrollers to support student hands-on projects. The lab is staffed daily by student employees who are in undergraduate engineering and STEM programs.
The UVM FabLab is funded by the Dean’s Office of the College of Engineering and Mathematical Sciences.
Notes for CEMS and Studio Art Students:
Materials:
Students should contact a FabLab Staff member before purchasing material. Our machines only work with a limited number for materials.
Consult with us about your file before you submit a ticket
Before you make a ticket we highly encourage you to come in and talk with us in person and show us the file you want to print or laser cut. This way we can make you aware of any obvious problems with the file that might slow down the process of making your project.
When to submit your project and project time management:
Note that you should submit your project 5-10 business days in advance of when your project is due, this is to account for issues that might come up with your file. If you think you may need to print more than one draft, plan accordingly.
For Faculty:
Thank you for your interest in working with the FabLab! We’re excited to work with you and your class. Click the link below to see guidelines for how to begin working with the lab, and introduce a new undergraduate class assignment. Different guidelines apply to REU projects and Senior Design projects.
For UVM Students and Faculty outside of CEMS and Studio Art:
Please send a note with a description of your project to fablab@uvm.edu.
We look forward to hearing from you!
