Design for manufacturing for makers

One day in which you learn to design parts that are cheaper, faster and more reliable to make, using real examples from the studio.

What you will be able to do

  • Spot the features that drive cost
  • Choose between common fabrication processes
  • Set sensible tolerances
  • Reduce part count and assembly steps

Is it for you?

  • Engineers and designers starting to work with manufacturers
  • Makers moving from one-offs to small batches

Before you come: Basic CAD experience is helpful but not required.

What you will do

Morning: how parts are actually made, with samples.

Afternoon: redesign exercises in small groups, then review.

Daily schedule

10:00 Start
13:00 Lunch (provided)
17:00 Finish

What you take home

A redesigned part, and a checklist you can use on your own projects from the next day.

Included in your fee

  • Printed handbook
  • Sample parts
  • Lunch and tea

Bring: A part, drawing or CAD file you would like to improve (optional).

Booking and refunds

We hold your seat for 48 hours and confirm it as soon as your payment arrives. If plans change, you get a full refund or a free move up to 7 days before the start, and a 50% refund from 3 to 7 days before. After that, you are welcome to send someone in your place.

Full booking terms

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