Prototyping Facility
Design it, Build it.
General Information
The primary use of the facility is to support student innovation in their individual creativity, course projects, and design teams.
- FACILITY LOCATION
Herbert Wertheim Laboratory for Engineering Excellence building (WERT), Room 260 - FACILITY SUPERVISION
Dr. Sarah Furtney, sfurtney@eng.ufl.edu - FACILITY OPERATIONS MANAGER
Mr. Jeff Bielling, 352-846-3554, jbielling@eng.ufl.edu - HOURS OF OPERATION 
Monday-Friday 7:30am – 4:00pm - GENERAL EXPECTATIONS
- Attire: No sandals, shorts, or long sleeves. Jewelry must be removed and stored away. Long hair of a length that could potentially be caught in machinery must be securely tied back as to not fall forward to avoid being caught in machinery moving parts.
 - Eating: No food or drink are allowed in any of the PT labs (if you need to consume food or beverage, please step out into general building lobby space).
 - Personal items: Such as backpacks should be stored in open assembly drawers or open cabinetry to ensure walkspaces remain clear.
 
 - COST
- Center for Experiential Learning-hosted Workshops: no cost to the workshop registrant, the Center will cover materials costs
 - EGS0000 Introduction to Prototyping Facility: New offering in Spring 2026, this course has a course fee to cover materials costs and equipment usage.
 - Capstone Courses: your capstone design should use your design team budget to purchase needed supplies and materials
 
 - READY TO BUILD?
- Email Mr. Jeff Bielling for the equipment ticketing system, he can also provide any support with submitting your request
- In the request, you will be able to tell us if: you can operate the equipment on your own, need supervised use, or need a technician to operate equipment for you.
 
 - Equipment reservation is first-come first-served basis. Please submit equipment request at least 3 days prior to intended use date.
 
 - Email Mr. Jeff Bielling for the equipment ticketing system, he can also provide any support with submitting your request
 
Facility Capabilities
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Other Build Resources
On-Campus Build Support
Note: each item below has its own access and cost structure.
UF DCP Infinity Fab Lab
The DCP Fabrication Lab at the University of Florida was created out of a collaboration between the School of Architecture and the School of Art + Art History. Since the inception of the lab in 2009, we have served our University of Florida students as well as faculty and staff, the Gainesville community and more. In
2015, the lab expanded into Infinity Hall where it continues to flourish and grow. We offer the lowest prices in the United States and access to some of the only fabrication machines in the Central Florida Area. The Fab Lab is open to the everyone: University of Florida affiliates and the public. For assistance, please contact Fab Lab Manager Juan Griego, Director, or Breanne Schenk, Asst. Director, at fablabhelp@dcp.efl.edu or by website
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine
The Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Sports Medicine offers advanced 3D printing services to support research, education, and clinical applications. Our facility is equipped with Prusa Research 3D printers, utilizing FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication) technology to create high quality prototypes and models. Please
note that resin based and metal based 3D printing are not available at this time . We specialize in custom quotes for each 3D print request, with prices set at $0.15 per gram of filament used and a $5 minimum charge. The largest print dimensions we can accommodate are approximately 360mm ×360mm ×360mm (14″ ×14″ ×14″). Print times will vary depending on the size, complexity, and layer height of the object. Once a quote is accepted and paid, we will provide an estimated pick up time, allowing for additional time in case of model failures or unexpected delays. 3D print requests submitted after 5pm will be reviewed the following business day, and weekend or holiday submissions will be handled on the next business day as well. Pick up for completed prints is available Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm, excluding UF observed holidays. We’re here to help bring your ideas to life with precision and reliability!
For assistance, please contact the Lab at 352 273 7071 or 3DPrinting@ortho.ufl.edu or by website
Marston Makerspace
Marston Makerspace provides shared equipment and workspace for creative projects and collaboration. Find us in the basement of Marston Science Library , just across from the Marston Makerspace is open to everyone. Access is not restricted based on major, departmental affiliation, lab enrollment, completion of training modules, etc. We welcome both academic and hobby projects. The space is staffed and supervised during Open Lab ; no booking or appointment necessary just walk in and get started! We charge for only two things: 3D printing (at the rate of $0.15 per gram of filament) and button supplies Everything else is free for reasonable personal use while working in Makerspace! There is no fee to use our sewing machines, soldering stations, glue guns, cutting machines, heat presses, hand tools, etc. .
Materials are limited, and if you need something specific for your project (like three yards of dinosaur flannel to sew pajama pants, glitter heat transfer vinyl in a certain shade of blue, or a specific replacement capacitor), you must provide it. Please note that our resources are for in Makerspace use only and cannot leave the room. If you’re interested in checkout items, take a look at the UF Libraries’ extensive collection of Take Home Equipment. We love to host orgs and groups in the Makerspace, but please coordinate with us before arranging a club gathering. We have limited space and prefer to schedule special events outside of Open Lab hours.
Marston Makerspace does not offer any classes or workshops at this time.
For assistance, please contact Marston Library, at 352 273 2851 or sciref@uflib.ufl.edu
Powell Family Structures and Materials Laboratory
Located on the East Campus of the University of Florida, the Powell Family Structures and Materials Laboratory is a world class facility dedicated to researching structural damage mitigation in response to natural disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, tornadoes, and blasts. The lab spans over 6,000 square feet with high ceilings and is equipped with state of the art equipment designed for testing and analyzing structural integrity under extreme conditions. With specialized testing areas, including a wind tunnel, a high performance shake table, drop hammers, and a vast array of instrumentation, the lab provides a comprehensive environment for both academic research and hands on experimentation. The lab supports a wide variety of research, from materials testing and accelerated weathering to destructive testing of building components. It is home to advanced fabrication equipment, including machining capabilities for both metal and wood, and houses a large, specialized machine shop. Researchers and students can utilize cutting edge tools like a universal testing machine, Machine Shop which has the capability to fabricate and machine steel and aluminum parts, as well as their high speed data acquisition systems, and environmental chambers, while also benefiting from the lab’s field research initiatives. Whether it’s studying the effects of windborne debris, testing structural responses to seismic activity, or creating more resilient construction materials, the Powell Family Structures and Materials Laboratory serves as a hub for innovation, driving progress in the field of civil and coastal engineering.
For assistance, please contact PFSML Lab Manager, Scott Powell, at 352 273 0187 or scott.powell@essie.ufl.edu
ECE Computer Lab
The ECE Computer Lab is open 24/7 for UF students either enrolled in an ECE course or registered as an ECE student and is accessible using your UFL (Gatorlink) account credentials. The lab contains Windows and Linux workstations with licensed software preinstalled. If you need night/weekend access to NEB contact the ECE Facilities office staff. Printers are available and are managed by Academic Technology Printing Services. You can contact a System Administrator using the ECE IT Support Request page.
Note: Our remote access services are accessible from anywhere on campus or using the UF VPN from off-campus.
Located in NEB 288
Computer Engineering Laboratory
This laboratory is for Computer Engineering (CpE) Design students who want to work on computing hardware and near-the-metal / embedded software projects. Equipment includes oscilloscopes, waveform generators, DC power supplies, FDM & resin 3D printers, and ventilated soldering stations. Although aim at students enrolled in CpE Design, the lab welcomes those not in the course and of other majors. Please speak the lab manager, either in-person or through email, before utilizing the space.
Location: Nuclear Science Bldg., Room 215
Contact (Lab Manager):
- Name: Robert Conde
 - Office: Rm. 219 (in Lab)
 - Email: conder@ufl.edu
 - Phone: (352) 294-6945
 
Access Hours: M-F 9:30am-6:30pm
MAE-only
Each space listed below has it’s own directions for access, training requirements, and safety expectations. 
MAE Student Shop
MAE Student Design Center
MAE 3D Printing
					






