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Welcome to 21st Century Community Skills and Resources
STEM and Innovation Hub
We’re an award-winning 501(c)3 Tech and Education Nonprofit Organization in El Paso, Texas. Our mission is to democratize access to innovation tools, empower our community with digital knowledge, and to promote equity within the tech economy.
Fabricating the Future
Intersecting Technology, Economy, and Community
Everything you need to take your product from ideation to design to prototype to Minimal Viable Product. Our engineers and designers will help you achieve your product development goals for custom design, bespoke fabrication, and small batch production using the latest rapid prototyping and digital manufacturing technologies available. Lay down the core skills foundation for success in creative technology pathways with one of our educational programs for everyone—from K12, university, to post-professional level workshops.
Programs and Services
Fabrication
- FDM 3D Printing
- SLA 3D Printing
- Laser Cutting
- CNC Machining
- CAD Design
- Product Design Sprint
STEM
- GT Field Trips
- Microsoft Code Prep
- Girls Who Code Club
- Assistive Device Challenge
- Digital Transformation Training
- Latina LEADS
Community
- Nurse Innovator
- Assistive Device Challenge
- Carnegie Mellon University IS Partner
- Digital Transformation
- MIT Fab Foundation
- UTEP ASPIRE
Inspiration
"I do not think there is any thrill like that felt by the inventor as he sees some creation of the brain unfolding to success."Nikola Tesla
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Fab Lab?
Fab Lab is short for “Fabrication Laboratory.” A Fab Lab is generally equipped with an array of computer controlled tools that accommodates various working scales and materials, with the aim to make “almost anything.” The idea for such a space grew out of MIT Media Lab’s Center for Bits and Atoms.
Who can use your services?
The Fab Lab is for everyone in the local community as a resource center for design fabrication, digital innovation resource, and STEM education support for institutions serving K-12. Our mission is to provide underserved communities with resources, technology, and information at a grassroots level.
What’s the cost?
Programs that are funded through grants and sponsorships are 100% free to our community. Our fabrication service and educational programs are priced competitively. Some institutions such as other 501(c)3 nonprofits we work with qualify for in-kind matching. Please contact us directly for quotes and estimates.
Come visit us!
Our hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 9:00A to 5:00P and on Saturdays by appointment. Please schedule your visit by calling (915)209-2656 or emailing us at info@fablabelpaso.org. Follow CDC COVID19 Masking and Social Distancing Guidelines.
