Would you like to learn how to use a 3D-printer? Are you already familiar with 3D printing and wish to print your own projects? The Medical Library has a 3D printer that you can book. Participate in a 3D workshop to learn the basics of the printer and gain access to book the printer.
The Medical Library has one bookable 3D printer that can be used by students and employees of Umeå University or Region Västerbotten.
Attend a workshop to be authorised to book
To use the 3D printer, you must first attend an individual workshop where you will learn how to operate the printer practically. This will make you a certified user who can book time for your own printing projects.
Frequently asked questions
When can I use the printer?
The printer is available when the Medical Library is open.
What happens if a printout exceeds the booked time?
Printouts that exceed the booked time may be interrupted by staff or by the person that has booked the subsequent time.
How do I book the printer?
Students and employees at Umeå University who are certified users book a time slot via the page Book 3D-printer.
Employees at Region Västerbotten who are certified users e-mail 3d.ub@umu.se to book the printer.
The software listed below is free to download for your own use. The library staff does not provide support on these software products.
Please note that Simplify3D is licensed software and is therefore not listed below. The program is installed on the 3D computer at the Medical Library.
You must comply with the handling and safety regulations included in the mandatory workshop.
You are forbidden to print items that are intended to harm others or are otherwise illegal.
The printer hood should be in place and the hatches closed to minimise noise and odour during printing.
You are responsible for the entire printing process (starting the printing process, that the printing proceeds normally and that it runs within the scheduled time).
Leave the workspaces and the 3D printer in such a condition that they are ready for the next person to print.
