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Want to make your parts on a CNC?

Take our
2D or 3D CNC Certification Class today!

We teach classes on demand so we can customize the class meeting time to meet your schedule! Get certified and rent time on the CNC machine for just $35/hr

Special: 10hrs of rent time for just$300


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Basic 3D Modeling Class (Rhino)

This class offers a basic understanding of the tools and principles behind 3D modeling.

This class offers comprehensive assignments to master 3D computer modeling techniques from solid modeling to surface modeling.

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Intro to CNC Basics

Do you want to know more about CNC Cutting? Are you curious to see if using a CNC is the right application for your design? This class covers a basic introduction to using a CNC.

NEW DAYS
Wed Nights

6:00-7:30 pm

Just $25

 

make your ideas a reality at make+SHift  

 

 

make+SHift Spotlight:

Are you looking to launch your next BIG Idea?
Join us for Austin's Largest Entrepreneurship Conference!

Did we mention it's FREE?

Brainstorming for Innovative Ideas

May 13, 2013 from 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Location:

BiGAUSTIN (in Capital Plaza Chase Bank Building)
5407 North IH-35, Suite 200
Austin, TX 78723

Track: General Entrepreneurship
Topics: Other
Stages: Beginner = Basic/introductory information

About This Session

Think Bigger! Discover how the application of design thinking can benefit your business. Join product designer Brooke M Davis, IDSA, for this session as she explores the fuzzy front end of idea conception. Learn how the design process can bring added value to your business strategy and product development. Ms. Davis will take you through key brainstorming techniques to help you move past preconceived notions and explore new and innovative ideas!

 

From Idea to Prototype

May 15, 2013 from 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Location:

Make + SHift
8204 N. Lamar St., Ste. B16
Austin, TX 78753

Track: Retail & Product Entrepreneurship
Topics: Other
Stages: Beginner = Basic/introductory information

About This Session

Join product designer, Brooke M Davis, IDSA, as she illustrates the process of going from idea to prototype. Ms. Davis will explore questions like: How does an idea get visualized? Do you need a CAD model for a prototype? What is the difference between exploratory models and functioning prototypes? What are the different types of prototyping processes available? And LASTLY, we will address the burning question of how much does it cost?

 

 

Sponsors:

big austin austin lumber company
shopbot tools


 
May 4
May 8
May 13
May 15 RISE Session:From Idea to Prototype@ make+SHift
May 29
June 1

-Intro to CNC Basics
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Product Development Basics
-DIY CNC Certification (2D & 3D)
-DIY CNC Certification (2D Only)
-CNC Sign Making Class
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Rhino 3 Day Intensive Class


Work Space Rental:

Monthly Shop Rate $325
Mothly Office Space $250
Part Time Rental $150



Product Development Services:
-From Idea to Prototypes: Full Service Design Consulting
-Complex Surface Modeling
-Hign End Rendering
-Creative Brainstorming
-Innovative Ideas

-Target Market Research

CNC Prototyping Services:

-Signs
- Template Making
-Underlay
Structures
-Topographical Surfaces
-3D Wall Panels
-Bending Jigs- simple ribbing or complex compound surfaces
-Surface Milling for large slabs
Plastic & Foam CNC Routing


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DIY CNC Classes !

Have you ever want to play on the CNC but never had access? Come and use ours!

Classes are scheduled On-Demand!

Call today to schedule a visit!

 
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