MakerBot
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Education & Learning3d-printingeducationk-12stemclassroomhardwarecurriculum
About
MakerBot is a 3D printing ecosystem focused on education, offering 3D printers, software, and curriculum tools for K-12, higher ed, and research institutions. As a sub-brand of UltiMaker, it provides classroom-ready hardware like the Sketch and UltiMaker S6 alongside teacher resources and grant guides. The platform is trusted by over 10,000 schools worldwide and aims to make 3D printing accessible to every student.
Problem
Educators lack accessible, classroom-ready 3D printing tools and resources to effectively teach design thinking and engineering skills to students.
For
Teachers and educational institutions from K-12 to higher education and research facilities
How it works
MakerBot provides 3D printers designed for classroom use along with software, certification programs, curriculum guides, and grant resources to help educators integrate 3D printing into their teaching.
Business model
one-time
Status
launched
Company
UltiMaker