The Makerspace at Western Maryland Works is a collaborative workspace where we encourage creativity, innovation, exploration, and the application of personalized learning strategies. A maker has the mindset of creating something out of nothing and exploring new interests.
The Makerspace is a large commercial grade Digital Fabrication Lab; 3d Printing, including commercial grade printers, CNC Machining, and Woodworking lab, will be available to the public, local businesses, and entrepreneurs for daily rates and monthly memberships.
At our Makerspace, we prioritize safety and user support. Safety classes will be required
and we will also offer classes to assist users. In addition, technicians will
be onsite to provide guidance and assistance.
Please email lrivers2@allegany.edu or call 301-784-5236 for an appointment during our makerspace hours.
3D Printing - 3D printing or additive manufacturing involves making three-dimensional solid objects from a digital file. Western Maryland Works offers consumer and production-grade fused disposition modeling (FDM) and UV-hardened liquid resin (Polyjet). You can create your own designs or download open-source files to start printing.
Digital Fabrication - Digital fabrication is a type of manufacturing process in which a computer and complex
software control the machine used. Western Maryland Works has industry-grade machines
that can cut,
shape, or engrave wood, metal, plastics, glass, and a variety of composite materials.
Woodworking - Woodworking is a productive craft that involves cutting, shaping, and joining wood
to create
decorative and functional things. Fitted with high-quality dust collection, the wood
fabrication shop at
Western Maryland Works has hand tools and industry-grade equipment to meet beginners
and professionals
alike.
