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Special Closings and Announcements : (Updated 09/17/26)
We will be closed on the following dates and times
Thusday 9/17, closed from 5-8pm
Sunday 9/20, closed all day
FabLab Open Hours Schedule: (Updated 09/17/26)
Mondays 1-8pm
Tuesday 1-8pm
Wednesday 1-8pm
Thursdays 1-8pm
Fridays 1-8pm
Saturdays Closed
Sundays 11am - 3pm
FabLab Calendar, Fall 2026:
September 14th:
Online Mandatory Authorization + Participation Waiver closes @ 4:00pm
FabLab Open Hours Begin, see website for weekly updates.
November 23rd
Tentative 3D Printing Submission Queue Closed, by 12:00pm
November 25-27th:
Lab Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday, reopens Monday Dec 30th
December 4th
Finals week limited lab open hours begin
December 10th:
FabLab Closed for Winter Break
Contact Information:
Email, FabLab1330@gmail.com
In-person during open hours
LASER CUTTING STEPS
LASER CUTTING STEPS
1. Download the Laser Template
1. Download the Laser Template
Follow the instructions outlined in the template and make sure to properly organize your designs. Please reach out to our Discord Channel for questions regarding the process. A proctor or a Specialist will be available daily.
2. Need help with setting up your file?
2. Need help with setting up your file?
If you need assistance, send your file to fablab1330@gmail.com to be reviewed by a proctor or lab specialist. Please Give atleast 24 hrs for some one to respond. You may also stop by the lab in person to get assitance however availability is not garenteed.
3. Reserve a Time Slot
3. Reserve a Time Slot
Appointments are set up in 2 and 1 hour time slots. Students can reserve up to 4 hours a week for laser cutting. If extra time is needed, Same Day appointments can be scheduled in person when the lab is open.
Failure to cancel your appointment will count as a no show. Accruing No Shows will result in a limited ban from reserving time with equipment in the Fab Lab. Please see more information regarding the Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy on the FabLab Policy Page
The FabLab will closed for Spring Break and will reopen Sunday 3/30/25. Christian will be available for project consultation and limited laser cutting. Stop by the lab to learn more.
4. Prepare for your reservation
4. Prepare for your reservation
Please wear a mask and cut down your material to the proper size prior to arriving for your appointment. You can learn more about the size of our laser cutter work areas here. Please review our tutorials videos if you are unsure on how to use the machine.
Things to bring:
Things to bring:
UIC ID
Material
Prepared Illustrator file
Cutting Utensil (optional)
Blue Tape (optional) but necessary more often than not.
5. When you arrive
5. When you arrive
Present UIC ID to the front desk. Remember you must be authorized every semester to beable to utilize the facility.
You must be CUTTING within 15 minutes of the start of your session. If you do not start using your appointment within 15 minutes of its start time, you may lose your entire time slot to a student on the Waiting List (and it will count as a No-Show). This means you must have your file completed and your materials cut down prior to your start time, so it is a good idea to arrive 15 minutes before your time begins to make sure you are ready to begin on time.
You must monitor the laser cutter at all times during your appointment. You are not allowed to leave your laser job unattended while the machine is running
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