STEAMSHOP @ Robertshaw provides students and local community entrepreneurs with a space to produce objects and create experiences in a welcoming environment. Rehearse real-world professional skills such as model making, project rendering, and collaboration.
Learn the basics of digital fabrication, digital and additive manufacturing, electronics prototyping, CNC, woodworking, metalworking, and welding techniques. Then, combine them with entrepreneurial expertise to fuel innovation and economic growth.
Hours of Operation
STEAMSHOP is open 7 days a week to community members, students, and IUP employees. Please note that some equipment may be reserved for classes at certain times. See below for details:
Fully Open Hours
During these hours, you have full access to all equipment you are certified to use:
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Tuesday & Thursday: 4:00–8:00 p.m. (we are planning to add more evening hours soon)
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Saturday: 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
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Sunday: 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
Restricted Access Hours
Some equipment (such as laser cutters and CNC machines) may be unavailable due to use for classes or workshops:
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Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
If you have questions about equipment availability, please contact steamshop-team@iup.edu in advance.
Take a Tour
Curious about STEAMSHOP? Schedule a tour today and find out what a makerspace is, and how it can help you unleash the maker in you!
Membership
Becoming a member gives you daily access to digital fabrication technology, equipment, and other tools in one collaborative space. Learn new skills through classes, discounted workshops, events, and support from other like-minded STEAMSHOP members.
CAD Design and Equipment Training
We regularly offer introduction classes in CAD training to give you the design-building skills needed for digital fabrication. Additionally, some of STEAMSHOP's digital manufacturing equipment requires specialized training before you can use them safely.
Contact Us
Have questions and looking for answers?
Email us at steamshop-team@iup.edu.
We are here to help!