Services
NextFab Studio offers a variety of product prototyping, model-building, and consulting services for members and non-members.
If you have a design ready to go, see our quick quotation information for large format graphics printing, outdoor graphics print/cut, 3D printing, laser cutting/engraving, CNC plasma cutting, CNC machining, or CNC routing.
For Non-Members
NextFab Studio can design and/or build your project for you – we revel in tackling new and interesting challenges. Please to discuss your needs and to obtain a quotation for your project.
For your reference, the tables below describe our fee structure for consulting and contract prototyping.
For Members:
Members have access to our consulting and contracting services at reduced rates.
In addition, members can learn and use the equipment listed below in 3 ways – via tutoring, supervised use, and unsupervised use- based on their needs and level of training. Charging members only when they use these resources allows us to keep our membership rates reasonable, while still providing access to state-of-the-art facilities.
| Category | Description | Prerequisites | Billing Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Contract | Staff member performs work for you | Your design | File Preparation + Machine Time + Labor |
| Consulting | Staff member develops designs for you | None | Consulting |
| Tutoring | Staff member trains you one-on-one | None | Private Training + Machine Time |
| Supervised Use | Staff member supervises you on the machine | Above, plus completed Level I course for the machine | Individual Supervision + Machine Time |
| Unsupervised Use | You operate the machine yourself with light supervision | Above, plus completed Level II course for machine | Machine Time |
Total project rates will be based on the following prices:
| Category | Item | Unit | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service | File Preparation | Hour | $50 |
| Labor | Hour | $75 | |
| Consulting | Hour | $100 | |
| Supervision | Hour | $20 (member only) | |
| Private Training | Hour | $100 | |
| Printing | Roland VersaCamm SP300 (DOC) -24"/30" Media | Linear Foot | $3-$7 |
| Epson 9900 Large Format Printer (DOC) | Linear Foot | $13-$24 | |
| 3D Printing | Stratasys Dimension 1200es FDM (DOC) (lo-res/hi-res) | Cubic Inch | $35 / $40 |
| Z-Corp Spectrum Z510 (DOC) - Full Color | Cubic Inch | $25 | |
| Z-Corp Part Infiltration (strengthens parts) | Cubic Inch | $10 | |
| Fabrication | Metal Fabrication Area (MIG, Plasma) | Hour | $50 |
| Roland MDX540SA CNC Mill (DOC) | Hour | $45 | |
| ShopBot CNC Router (DOC) | Hour | $45 | |
| TorchMate CNC Plasma Cutter (DOC) | Hour | $50 | |
| Trotec Speedy 500 Laser Cutter and Engraver (DOC) | Hour | $55 |
Prices for machines in the "Fabrication" category do not include the cost of raw materials. Prices are subject to change without notice.
