# Alternative Bureau Services

In the event of a campus closure, students may wish to access external digital fabrication suppliers. Below is a list of local businesses providing bureau services for Laser Cutting, 3D Printing, and CNC machining, which may be suitable alternatives for students wishing to continue fabrication practices remotely. 

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**Please note:** while this list has been considered by Fab Lab staff, the University of Melbourne has no formal affiliation with these businesses and has no control over, nor is in anyway liable for their goods and services. 
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**Last updated:** 06.05.2021
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## Laser Cutting

#### Melbourne Laser Cutter

{% embed url="<https://melbournelasercutter.com.au>" %}

#### Online Laser Cutting

{% embed url="<https://onlinelasercutting.com.au/>" %}

#### UDMK\*

{% embed url="<http://www.unitedmake.com.au/>" %}

\*Requires students to provide their own materials.&#x20;

## 3D Printing

#### Kad3d

{% embed url="<https://www.kad3d.com.au/printing-service>" %}

#### 3dde Print&#x20;

email Edward: <3ddeprint@gmail.com>

* STL files.
* 300 x 300 x 300mm print volume.
* PLA and ABS (black, white, or grey).
* Email for a quote.
* Postage available.
* Location: North Melbourne.&#x20;

#### 3dpe

{% embed url="<https://www.3dpe.com.au/>" %}

#### Thing LAB

{% embed url="<https://thinglab.com.au/3d-printing-services/>" %}

#### Objective 3D

{% embed url="<https://www.objective3d.com.au/>" %}

#### GoProto

{% embed url="<https://goproto.com.au/>" %}

**3D Systems**

{% embed url="<https://au.3dsystems.com/on-demand-manufacturing>" %}

## CNC Machining

#### Branchflowers CNC

{% embed url="<https://www.branchflowerscnc.com/>" %}

#### Like Butter&#x20;

{% embed url="<https://www.likebutter.com.au/cnc-routing>" %}


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