MAKLab
Scotland's first open-access digital fabrication studio providing 3D printing, CNC milling, laser cutting, and electronics production for prototyping and small-scale manufacturing
- CEO / Founder
- Richard Clifford
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Defunct
- Total Funding
- Undisclosed
- Latest Round
- Crowdfunding
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D printing services; CNC milling; Laser cutting/engraving; Precision milling; Vinyl cutting; Circuit board production; Training workshops; Community outreach programs; Professional development; Accredited learning
Technological Advantage
Low-cost access model for advanced equipment reduces barriers for startups and makers; network of locations across Scotland provides geographic reach; training programs build user capability
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Reduces capital cost barriers by providing affordable access to advanced digital fabrication equipment (3D printers, CNC mills, laser cutters) and training, enabling rapid prototyping and product development without large upfront investments
How They Differentiate
Focus on local Scottish community access and education rather than purely commercial on-demand manufacturing; charity model with social mission distinguishes from for-profit competitors; provides hands-on training and workshop programs
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Makers, designers, startups, entrepreneurs, students, and communities in Scotland
Industry Verticals
Education; Design; Manufacturing; Technology; Community Development
Competitors
Fictiv; Craftcloud; WhiteClouds
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Founded in 2012, grew to deliver teaching workshops, community outreach programmes, professional development and accredited learning across Scotland, building a network of locations across Scotland, but went into liquidation with a petition for winding up presented in July 2016.
Major Milestones
Founded in 2012; Became Scotland's first open-access digital fabrication studio; Expanded to multiple locations across Scotland; Dissolved in 2020