Creative Labs Center
LocatedÌýin Room 152 in theÌýCenter for Innovation and Creativity BuildingÌý
East Campus, 1777 Exposition Dr.Ìý
Monday - Friday:Ìý9 a.m. toÌý5 p.m.
Expanded operating hours will be offered during peak semester times.
See for updates toÌýoperating hours
Phone: 303-735-6177
Email: envd.clc@colorado.edu
In-House Design Fabrication
Submitting files, projects & materials
Environmental Design students can submit their files, projects and materials to the CLC fabrication labs.Ìý
The CLC is expanding the stock of materials for students to purchase. Students can select their material in PaperCut when submitting their job.ÌýPaperCut can be accessed through theÌý.
The Laser Lab houses fourÌýdigitally controlled laser cutters for engraving and cutting a variety of materials up to ¼ inch in thickness. The DMC offers laser cutting training for all students. Students can submit their files through the PaperCut web service. Once the file has been approved it will be placed in the queue.ÌýPaperCut can be accessed through theÌý.
Please allow 2-5 businessÌýdays for execution. This will depend on the current load of project files. Typically, the laser lab will have the quickest turn around time.
- 18" x 32" Universal Laser (3)
- 24" x 36" Epilog Fusion Edge
This labÌýhouses Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) and Resin (SLA) 3D printers for student use. There is no charge for 3D print time, however, there is a charge for material, which is calculated by the weight of the printed project. We have several colors and types of filament available.Ìý
Students can submit their files through the PaperCut web service as Rhinoceros 3D (.3dm) files, and will be reviewed by CLC staff. PaperCut can be accessed through theÌý.ÌýBe sure to click on "Print Rooms/FabLabs" to submit your job, and that you have selected your pickup location.ÌýOnce the file has been approved it will be placed in the queue.Ìý
Please allow 2-5 businessÌýdays for execution. This will depend on the current load of project files.
The Wood ShopÌýis equipped with an industrial dust collection system andÌýa variety of power and hand tools.Ìý
- Saw Stop Table Saw
- Miter Saws (3)
- Band Saws (3)
- Panel Saw
- Table Router
- Edge Sander
- Bench Sander
- Downdraft Table & Sanding Station
- Drill Press (2)
- Planer
- Jointer (2)
- Benchtop Lathe
- Benchtop Mortising Press
The Metal ShopÌýhouses equipment and spaces for grinding, cutting, welding and powder coating metals. This shop also houses a vertical mill and a 4' x 3' CNC Plasma Cutter.
- TIG Welder (2)Ìý
- MIG Welder (3)
- Ferrous & Aluminum Miter Saws
- Ferrous & Aluminum Drill Presses
- Ferrous & Aluminum Bench Grinders
- Hydraulic Bandsaw
- Plasma Cutter
- CNC Plasma Cutter
- Vertical Mill
- Powder Coating Booth & Oven
The CNC Milling LabÌýhouses CNC mills that are capable ofÌý2 ½-axis profiling and 3-axis surfacing and 4-axis milling. These machines are operated by ourÌýCreative Labs managers. Students are required to submit a properly formatted Rhinoceros 3D file prior to scheduling a fabrication time. There is no charge for CNC router time, however, it is up to the student to purchase their own sheet material. Select options of high-grade plywood and MDF is available for sale in the Creative Labs Center.Ìý
Students will need to submit their files through the PaperCut web service. PaperCut can be access through theÌý.ÌýBe sure to click on "Print Rooms/FabLabs" to submit your job, and that you have selected your pickup location.ÌýOnce the file has been approved it will be placed in the queue.Ìý
Please allow 3-7 business days for execution. This will depend on the current load of project files. Typically, the CNC labÌýwill have the longest turn around time.
- 4' x 8 ' CNC 4-axis ability
- 2' x 3' CNC (3-axis)
- Desktop CNC for aluminum milling
- 4' x 3' plasma CNC
Computers are routinely updated with the latest versions of Adobe Creative Suite, Revit, Rhino and SketchUp.ÌýStudentsÌýhave remote access to theÌýcomputer labs.





