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FabLab Penela
A place to prototype, test and turn an idea into something tangible.
FabLab adds practical making and prototyping capability to Penela’s innovation ecosystem.
Arrive with a clear first test
A simple drawing, dimensions, material idea and the question you need to answer are enough to begin a useful conversation. Equipment use may require booking and safety induction.
From idea to first object
Start with the smallest prototype that can answer a question. A cardboard model, basic digital file or one functional part often teaches more than attempting a finished product on the first visit.
Material, machine time, file preparation and operator support may carry conditions or costs. Confirm them before promising a delivery date to a customer or project partner.
Safety comes before access
Shared equipment may require an induction, supervision or proof of competence. Describe the material and process honestly, follow extraction and protective-equipment rules and never use an unfamiliar machine alone.
We present the useful information here. The linked public record remains the authority for forms, legal conditions and last-minute changes.