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Generator’s workspace in Burlington’s South End is a 12,500 sqft haven for makers & artists, and offers everything you need to bring your projects to life. Our facility houses a fully-equipped woodshop, metal shop, jewelry studio, 3D printing lab, laser cutters, and a dedicated sewing studio—all under one roof.

Whether you’re a seasoned craftsperson or just beginning your maker journey, our versatile range of shops and tools provide the perfect environment to explore, design, learn, and build.

Don’t wait… Swing by today, and explore all of the possibilities waiting for you at Burlington’s favorite makerspace.

Want to see our space and check out our tools for yourself? Join us for a Free Tour, or stop by any day (not Sunday) between noon and 1pm and one of our staff will show you around!


Computer Lab

Our computer lab features high-performance workstations loaded with professional software for graphic design, 3D modeling, and engineering applications.

All members have access to Adobe products(Illustrator, Photoshop, and more), Fusion 360 for CAD modeling, Blender for 3D animation and rendering, and KiCAD for electronics design.


Woodshop

Generator’s woodworking shop in Burlington is a launchpad for professionals, beginners, and hobbyists alike.

We pair industry-standard wood shop equipment (traditional and automated) with a community of collaborative makers sharing their knowledge and skills of woodworking with one another.

Woodshop equipment includes: SawStop Industrial Cabinet Saw, Laguna M CNC Router, Powermatic Jointer and Planar, Grizzly Resaw Bandsaw, & Lathe.


Metal Shop

Our metalworking facility provides everything needed to shape, weld, and fabricate with steel, aluminum, and other metals.

Our members regularly work on projects ranging from artistic sculptures to functional hardware, supported by our experienced community.

Metal shop equipment includes: Miller TIG Welder, Miller MIG Welder, CNC Plasma Cutter and hand torch, Machine Lathe, Sharp Vertical Mill, 2×72″ Variable Speed Belt Grinder, Oxy/Acetylene Torch, sheet metal brake & shear.


Jewelry Studio

This intimate workshop serves beginning metalsmiths as well as professional jewelry artists working with silver, brass, copper, and gold.

Beyond traditional jewelry tools, members can access specialized equipment throughout Generator to create unique elements that enhance their finished pieces.


Sewing Studio

Our textile workspace features dedicated sewing stations with industrial and domestic machines for clothing designers, textile artists, bag makers, and sculptors. The studio accommodates everything from delicate fabric work to heavy-duty canvas and leather projects.


Electronics Lab

This tech-focused workspace attracts lighting artists, sound engineers, and electronics enthusiasts who build everything from micro computers and smart speakers to sensors and large-scale installations.

Whether you’re programming Arduino boards or soldering circuit boards, this shop has everything needed to support your digital creativity.


Laser Cutters

Generator’s three Epilog laser cutters & engravers handle materials from paper and cardboard to wood, acrylic, and metal. Members can create intricate designs for art projects, architectural models, signage, and custom parts with computer-controlled accuracy.

  • (2) 60 watt CO2 lasers, 32″ x 20″ work area
  • (1) 120 watt CO2 laser, 48″ x 36″ work area

3D Printers

Our 3D printers from Prusa and Bambu turn digital designs into physical objects using various filaments (primarily PLA & PETG). From rapid prototyping and replacement parts to artistic sculptures and functional tools, these machines will bring your ideas to life layer by layer.


Vinyl Cutter

Our Roland vinyl cutters transform adhesive vinyl, heat transfer material, and thin films into decals, stencils, and graphics. Perfect for customizing everything from laptop covers to storefront signs, or producing templates for other fabrication processes.