Makerspace and 3D printers in the libraries

Last changed: 18 March 2024

There is a Makerspace with a 3D printer in Alnarp, and a 3D printer in Uppsala. You need to take an introductory course to book and use the printers.

3D printer in Uppsala

In Uppsala there is a 3D printer of the brand Bambu studio and it is located in the group room called Study lab. 

Sign up for an introductory session to learn how to use the 3D printer. The training takes about one hour and gives you the basics of how the printer and the programme work. After the introductory session, you can book the printer and use it on your own.

Contact us at library@slu.se to book an introduction or time slot to use the printer.

Makerspace in Alnarp

The Makerspace is located on the third floor above the library. The room is available every day 6:00-23:00, and you use your access card to enter through the library.

3D printer

There is a 3D printer, the Flashforge Adventure 3. You are welcome to use the printer once you have completed an introductory training programme with us. After the training, you can book the printer and print free of charge.

To book an introduction to 3D printing, email us at library@slu.se. The training takes about an hour and gives you the basics of how the printer and the Flashprint programme work.

To book the printer, log in with your student account in TimeEdit.

Book the 3d printer in TimeEdit

Sewing machine

The Makerspace has a sewing machine (model Bernina 325) which you are welcome to use. To book the sewing machine, log in with your student account in TimeEdit.

Book the sewing machine in TimeEdit

Events in the Makerspace

The library sometimes holds events in the Makerspace, such as workshops for students in carving or sewing. On these occasions, the space is booked by the library and you as a student at SLU are welcome to the events. The equipment and study spaces may be unavailable at these times.

The library event calendar