FAQs - Makerspace

The central tasks of a library, building, structuring and passing on knowledge, following the motto "Leading Knowledge" are lived at SLUB Makerspace, as well, and are extended further by making hands-on experience with machines and manufacturing processes and techniques possible. Because "Knowledge comes from...making!". The connection of the library and of novel technology offers interesting chances for new cooperations and activities. Knowledge transfer and exchange are at the centre of the creative work at SLUB Makerspace. Users learn from other users and share their know-how.

Makerspace M1 is a creative space at SLUB. Here you can find machines such as laser cutters, 3D printers as well as smaller devices and tools such as a saw, a drill and many more. Makerspace M1 is situated at the Departmental Library DrePunct/ Makerspace.
   

As of June 22, the M2 is unavailable for events until further notice due to renovation work at the DrePunct Departmental Library, as it currently functions as the library's entrance. We will provide ongoing updates about the construction works on the SLUB website.

The M2 is the event room of the Library DrePunct/Makerspace. Thanks to the flexible furniture, the room is suitable for meetings, teaching events, and workshops. Here you can share current research results or work on project ideas together. Comprehensive presentation technology enables you to collaborate creatively on site and online.

If you would like to book the room, please first check for free capacities in the booking calendar. After that, we look forward to receiving your request via the contact form. We book the M2 a maximum of 6 months in advance.

Please find the current opening hours of Makerspace M1 here.

Since June 22, the M2 is unavailable for events until further notice due to renovation work at the DrePunct Departmental Library, as it currently functions as the library's entrance. We will provide ongoing updates about the work on the SLUB website.

You can find more information on machines, small electrical devices and tools and on their use on the <link https: dresden-technologieportal.de size phrase lang en partners slub _blank externallink>Dresden concept webpage. Please note the information specific to certain machines, electrical devices and tools.

All registered users of SLUB are allowed to use machines, electrical devices and tools. In order to use small electrical devices users must hold a valid certificate for safety at work instructions. Our machines are operated by SLUB Makerspace staff. For users who want to realize their DIY projects independently, we developed a program of Device Licences. These usually consist of an e-tutorial and an on-site-tutorial. For further information, please see <link https: bildungsportal.sachsen.de opal auth repositoryentry coursenode _blank externallink>here.

In order to use machines that require previous instructions or a device licence, it is necessary to make a reservation. Please follow the information given in our booking procedure on the page <link>Booking Devices to ensure a well-organised processing of your request. Detailed information on your project will help the Makerspace team and yourself to avoid problems in the realization of your project.

Please note our Terms of Use. Safety at work is first when using machines and electronic devices. Please make sure you wear appropriate clothing, especially shoes, for working in a workshop. Prerequisites for working safely are intact tools as well as a tidy working environment. Please notify a Makerspace staff member directly should you notice any damaged device or tool. Moreover, we want to treat each other with respect and consideration.   
 

The following services are free of charge:

• The Makerspace as workshop area
• Electrical devices such as the cordless screwdriver, the jigsaw, the dremel, or the toolbox, etc.
• AV-technology, e.g. the podcast-studio, the greenscreen-studio, or VR-goggles
• The Electronics workstation, for example for soldering
• The foam cutter
• The vacuum forming machine and the plastic bending machine

Costs apply for the following devices:

• The Laser cutters
• The 3D Gypsum Printer
• 3D Plastic Printers

The costs are based on the time the devices are running and, if appicable, the material consumption. You can find more detailed information here. The costs will be registered on the SLUBcard and can be payed at the service desks or at the cash machine in the central library.  

PLEASE NOTE: Prices will change from the 1st of January onwards. You can find more detailed information on the website following this link.

No. The consumables (filament, gypsum, binder) for the 3D printers are provided by SLUB Makerspace. You need to bring any other material you might need for your project (e.g. material for the thermoforming machine, for laser cutters, styrofoam, eletronical elements).

Your finished 3D print will be available at the pick-up-shelf at Makerspace. You will receive a notification that your print is ready to be collected. You can alternatively ask in person at any time during the opening hours of SLUB Makerspace, or send us en e-mail asking about the status of your 3D print.