North America's first "Super Lab."

Every maker in the community can create just about anything in our newly expanded Fab Lab.

This 5,000 square foot Fab Lab puts the latest tools and machines for making in the hands of our creative community. We have everything you need to conceptualize, design, develop, fabricate and test any idea you have. The best part is that the equipment is surprisingly easy to use.

LCCC’s Fab Lab is also just the second Fab Lab in the world designated as a “Super Lab” by The Fab Foundation, a non-profit based out of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Center for Bits and Atoms.

 

Fab Lab Hours

Summer Hours – May 22 – August 26

  • Mondays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Tuesdays, Noon to 8 p.m.
  • Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
  • Thursdays, Noon to 8 p.m.
  • Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Fab Lab Closed

  • Monday, June 19 – Juneteenth
  • Tuesday, July 4 – 4th of July

The Fab Lab may occasionally need to be closed during the posted open lab hours to accommodate classes, special events and other circumstances. To confirm hours or for more information call the Fab Lab coordinator Scott Zitek directly at 440-366-4760. The Fab Lab will be closed if the campus is closed for a holiday or if classes are cancelled due to inclement weather, etc.

Digital Fabrication & More

3D Printing

Learn to print almost anything on one of our 3D MakerGear printers.

Laser Cutting

Learn to engrave and cut almost anything from plastic, wood, leather, or fabric.

CNC Routing

Learn to cut and engrave complex 3D shapes out of wood or plastics.


Introduction to Personal Fabrication

Learn to use the latest technologies to conceptualize, design, develop, fabricate and test anything.

The Lab features advanced computer software and contemporary tools for cutting, milling, electronics, engraving, and other processes of rapid and automated prototyping. No prerequisite, but general computer skills are highly recommended. This 1-credit hour, 10-week course meets once a week.

Learn more about Intro to Fab

The Maker Movement is Mobile

We put the most-used fabrication equipment on our new micro mobile Fab Cab

The Fab Cab is a portable, mini makerspace packed with a 3D printer, laser and vinyl cutters, ShopBot and more. It gives every community member the opportunity to experience the STEAM-based maker movement right where they are. We’re ready to take this to your school, library, festival, or STEAM camp.

Learn more about the Fab Cab

The Latest Additive Manufacturing Machines

Our tools and equipment are your tools and equipment.

Together, we have the latest cutting-edge making machines to turn your idea into reality. And we have experts on hand at all times to show you how to use them and to keep you safe while you do.

Browse the Fab Lab equipment

  • Student Looking at equipment

Get to know your Fab Lab

The Fab Lab, based on the concepts of Dr. Neil Gershenfeld, the director of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Center for Bits and Atoms, was the second Fab Lab in the world to open outside of MIT. Since 2007, the lab has been inspiring and educating the making community. Read more about the beginning.


Tour the Campana Center

Let us show you around. Then let's see what we can make together.

LCCC Campana Center

1005 N Abbe Rd Elyria, OH 44035
(440) 366-4005

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