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  • Art Design and Interactive Media (ADIM) programs are integrating the Fab Lab into their curriculum.
    Click t    o watch the video to see how they made this happen.  Instructors from all areas are encouraged to integrate the Fab Lab into their curriculum as well. 

  • Camp Shopbot at NextFab Studio, Philadelphia PA, Saturday, April 27th.   For details, click here.
  • New laser printer/cutter has arrived. 
    A second laser has arrived and will soon be in service.
  • We now also have a Makerbot® Replicator and 2 Afinia 3-D printers for use.

What's happening in the Fab Lab/Success Stories

Some exciting things are happening in the FAB Lab.  People with a variety of interests and backgrounds are using the Fab Lab and getting their ideas ready for the marketplace.  We have begun to collect success stories.  As we receive permission to highlight them, they will be listed here.  Click on each to see.

A new type of hair clip/tie system-- Prettyknotty.com.  

A low cost adjustable curtain system--Lamot Construction

Prototype for a "pop-up" shop display--Stefan Schwarzkopf

CapGorillaTM , a camera lens cap holder for SLR and dSLR cameras.  Martin Lotz  is in production and has shipped over 300 units to 24 countries.

General Information

  • Fab Lab Introduction Course

All persons wishing to use the Fab Lab must complete an Introduction course
(VOA 843, cost $99.00 in county). The course will be given on various Mondays each
month at 12 noon, and 4 pm.    See workshop and classes page for information
or contact  fablabbaltimore@gmail.com

Bill Werneke has returned to focus on the school's Manufacturing Technology Program, but will continue to work closely with the lab.  Kelly Zona will be staying on as Fab Lab Manager, and look forward to working with all interested persons.  A few new assistants were hired as well:  Allison, Richard, Zach, and LaNaya.  Please welcome them to our staff.

While our assistants are still in training, access to the CNC router will be slightly limited. If you have a file you would like to run, please make sure to come in on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday, with enough time to finish your file before 5pm.  From then until close, there will not be anyone available to assist you with this particular machine

Additional courses, workshops, and projects are under development.  Stay tuned for announcements.

3 D Printer under construction

3 D printer under construction3D printer under construction

Additional Information

“3 D printing is the hottest topic in the business community.   The strength of the CCBC Fab Lab is its educational platform.”

Michael Raphael, President and Chief Engineer
Direct Dimensions, Inc.

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