Metropolitan Community College Tech Center-FabLab
Provides open-access rapid prototyping, fabrication tools, and training for design, development, and testing of prototypes.
- CEO / Founder
- Ken Spellman
- Team Size
- 1-10
- Stage
- Active
- Total Funding
- $2.0M
- Latest Round
- Grant
- Key Investors
- U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA)
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D Printing (Filament, Resin, Ceramic); Laser Cutting; CNC Routing; Plasma Cutting; 3D Scanning; Metalworking; Woodworking; Vacuum Forming
Technological Advantage
Hybrid fabrication environment combining additive manufacturing with traditional metal/woodworking and CNC machining for comprehensive prototype development.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Offers low-barrier access to professional-grade prototyping equipment and technical training, enabling rapid iteration from concept to physical prototype.
How They Differentiate
Larger 10,000 sq ft facility integrated with a community college workforce training ecosystem, offering structured classes and professional-grade equipment.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
MCC students, employees, and the general public including inventors, engineers, and hobbyists.
Industry Verticals
Education; General Prototyping; Innovation
Competitors
Omaha Maker Group
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
Transitioned to free membership for 15,000+ students and employees in 2023; facility supports 6+ distinct prototyping technologies including industrial FDM and PolyJet.
Major Milestones
Relocated and expanded to 10,000 sq ft facility in the CAET building; Established free membership for MCC students and employees; Classes scheduled through August 2026
Notable Customers
Benson Soap Mill, Peeq