Tools & Machines

Here’s a list of the tools, machines and materials available in the Makerspace & Lab. All ETH students are free to use the machines and only pay for the material.


Not sure about which tool to use or how to use it? Contact us and we can advise you on your project or put you in contact with an expert. If you visit us during the Support Hours, our Makerspace Instructors will be around to help you with your questions.

NOTE:

To use an advanced machine, you’ll need a Machine Introduction before getting started. Check out the individual machines for more information.
Use of the Life Science Lab and all machines therein requires project onboarding and a general lab safety introduction.

Textile Printing Press

Textile Printing Press to transfer textile foil onto your fabric.

  • Working Area 38x38 cm

Ask a Instructor during a Support Hour for a 5 min introduction.

Manual: Printing Press

Embroidery Machine

Hönggerberg:

0 of 1 available

Zentrum:

0 of 1 available

Elna Expressive 830

  • Computer controlled
  • Max embroidery area 200 x 200 mm
  • Mono or Multichromatic designs

30 min introduction required! Book a slot here.

Manual: Embroidery Machine

Industrial Sewing Machine (Hönggerberg)

Hönggerberg:

1 of 1 available

Hönggerberg: Pfaff 1183

Straight sticht only but through thick materials and very fast.

Ask a Instructor during a Support Hour for a 10 min introduction.

Manual: Sewing Station

Sewing Machine Bernina B485

Hönggerberg:

1 of 1 available

Zentrum:

1 of 1 available

Bernina B485

Modern sewing machine with many different stitches.

Ask a Instructor during a Support Hour for a 10 min introduction.

Manual: Bernina B485

Hand tools
  • Screwdrivers Wrenches
  • Pliers
  • Hammer
  • Saws
  • Sanding tools
  • Measuring tools
  • Cutting instruments


General Introduction is required to use the tools.