La Machinerie
Operates a FabLab with 3D printing services and coworking space in Amiens, France, providing access to digital fabrication tools for education, prototyping, and collaborative projects.
- CEO / Founder
- Marie Fauvarque
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $10K
- Latest Round
- Crowdfunding
- Key Investors
- Crowdfunders (via HelloAsso)
Technology & Products
Key Products
FabLab with 3D printers; Coworking space; Educational workshops; Bureau d'études (engineering office); Production site for printing services
Technological Advantage
Community-driven model with open access to AM equipment (claimed); verified as an established FabLab with regular workshops and machine availability
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Democratizes access to additive manufacturing technology through affordable hourly machine rentals and educational workshops, reducing barriers to prototyping and innovation for local communities.
How They Differentiate
As a community FabLab rather than a commercial AM service bureau, it focuses on education and accessibility over industrial production; differs from industrial service providers like Sculpteo or Shapeways in mission and scale
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Individuals, schools, startups, and small businesses seeking access to 3D printing and digital fabrication equipment
Industry Verticals
Education; Prototyping; DIY/Craft; Collaborative Entrepreneurship
Competitors
FabLab Amiens; FabLab Lille; FabLab Paris
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Conducted a crowdfunding campaign with €10,000 threshold for relocation and facility improvements; operates in an 800 m² facility with 160 m² fab lab workshop; offers Fab Academy training since 2019; provides public access Fridays 2–8 PM and Saturdays 2–6 PM
Major Milestones
Founded in 2014 as an association; Operates FabLab with 3D printing tools open 16+ hours per week; Featured in 3D printing media (3D ADEPT)