About Fab-in-a-Box

This compact, mobile Fab Lab starter kit makes digital fabrication accessible anywhere, from traditional classrooms to informal learning environments such as makerspaces, museums, community centers, and libraries. Designed as a turnkey solution, Fab-in-a-Box comes equipped with everything instructors need to start teaching on day one, instantly transforming any space into a fully functioning Fab Lab while connecting learners to a broader education and innovation ecosystem.

At the heart of Fab-in-a-Box is SOLIDWORKS xDesign, a cloud based CAD platform that empowers users to bring their ideas to life. With xDesign, learners can create, modify, and collaborate on designs seamlessly from any device, making it an essential tool for digital fabrication. The Fab-in-a-Box lessons are built around xDesign, featuring ready-to-use templates and integrated Scopes-DF lessons to guide students through the design and engineering process.

Instructors and learners, are encouraged to explore the rich resources available: interactive lessons, xDesign tutorials, printable PDFs, and assembly guides. All designed to enhance the learning experience. Whether just starting or diving deeper into digital fabrication, Fab-in-a-Box opens the door to creativity, innovation, and hands on learning.