La Fabrique
Operates a cooperative makerspace providing access to shared manufacturing tools including 3D printers, enabling artists, artisans, and entrepreneurs to prototype and produce projects.
- CEO / Founder
- Étienne Plante
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $19K
- Latest Round
- Crowdfunding
- Key Investors
- 250 member social shareholders
Technology & Products
Key Products
Collective workshop access; Training programs; Entrepreneurial cell rentals
Technological Advantage
Shared infrastructure model lowers barrier to entry for additive manufacturing; training programs create user competency and reduce equipment damage risks.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces capital expenditure for small creators by providing shared access to expensive manufacturing equipment (including 3D printers) through flexible membership packages, while offering training to build skills and ensure safe operation.
How They Differentiate
Unlike contract manufacturers like Sculpteo that produce parts for clients, La Fabrique provides direct access to equipment for members to use themselves, combining tool access with hands-on training in a cooperative community setting.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Artists, artisans, entrepreneurs, hobbyists, and small businesses in the Sherbrooke region
Industry Verticals
Creative Arts; Small Business Manufacturing; Education
Competitors
Sculpteo; Erpro Group; Spartacus3D
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The cooperative makerspace in Sherbrooke will close its doors on December 13 due to significant financial problems.
Major Milestones
2015: Founded; 2018: Established as cooperative makerspace in Sherbrooke