Fabinka is managed by an experienced and passionate team and has a bunch of equipment available to all creative makers of all ages. We are doing workshops with entrepreneurs and enthusiasts, explaining the basics of 3D modelling, 3D printing, robotics, mechanical design, digital manufacturing, and modern fabrication technologies. We have manufacturing facilities at our workshop in Kaluga, Russia, where we can print 3D units for various purposes, design stuff and make cool things.
Since 2014:
1. We joined the TEAM!
2. We invested nearly 3 000 USD in the centre's equipment: 3D printers, robotics kits, and books. We brought them from Palo Alto, Silicon Valley, China, and Shanghai.
3. We rented and refurbished the space of the former machine-building plant in Kaluga. Overall attracted investments of nearly 5 000 USD.
4. We designed the centre’s development strategy and provided it to the Kaluga government for expertise. The project profile has an equipment list, investment estimation, and a step-by-step development plan.
5. We designed the brand and provided a social media marketing campaign.
6. We explored and adapted the best practices of Fab Labs and hackspaces and of Russia, USA and China. The project leader worked several days in Hacker Dojo and FabLabs in Palo Alto.
7. We did over thirty popular and fun workshops – see our YouTube channel.