FabLab Graz
Operates a FabLab (fabrication laboratory) maker space at Graz University of Technology providing 3D printing, laser cutting, CNC milling, and other digital fabrication tools for education, research, and prototyping.
- CEO / Founder
- Univ.-Prof. Dr. Christian Ramsauer
- Team Size
- 11-50
- Stage
- Active
Technology & Products
Key Products
3D Printing Services; Laser Cutting Services; CNC Milling Services; 3D Scanning Services; Training Workshops; Prototyping Space
Technological Advantage
VERIFIED: Access to TU Graz's research infrastructure and academic expertise in industrial management and production science; DEFENSIBLE: Institutional backing provides stability and educational focus.
Differentiation
Value Proposition
Provides affordable access to advanced digital fabrication equipment (including 3D printers) and training, enabling rapid prototyping and hands-on learning in additive manufacturing and related technologies.
How They Differentiate
Focus on academic integration with TU Graz's engineering programs, offering structured training and research support rather than purely commercial services; combines 3D printing with comprehensive fabrication tools under one roof.
Market & Competition
Target Customers
Students, researchers, makers, and small businesses needing prototyping and fabrication services
Industry Verticals
Education; Research; Prototyping; Maker Community
Competitors
Other university FabLabs (e.g., MIT Fab Lab); Commercial maker spaces in Austria; 3D printing service bureaus in education sector
Growth & Milestones
Growth Metrics
The FabLab had over 1,600 registered members, more than 3,500 hours of laser cutting, and more than 31,000 hours of 3D printing according to a 2011-2021 report.
Major Milestones
Establishment of Lernfabrik AM by 2013; Operation as part of TU Graz's Institute of Innovation and Industrial Management
Notable Customers
ANDRITZ; AVL; ELIN MOTOREN; ENERGIE GRAZ; FRONIUS; GAW GROUP; KNAPP; KNILL GROUP; KTM; KÄSSBOHRER GELÄNDEFAHRZEUGE; LOGICDATA; MAGNA STEYR FAHRZEUGTECHNIK; MIBA; NXP; OMV; ORASIS; PALFINGER; PANKL RACING; PAYER; REMUS SEBRING; TDK; VENTREX; VOESTALPINE; ÖBB TECHNISCHE SERVICES