Zam
Erlangen, Germany
About Zam
Zam is a community Makerspace in Erlangen, Germany, Germany. it provides open access to digital fabrication tools, electronics labs, and collaborative workspaces for students, educators, entrepreneurs, and independent makers. Members can work with 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC routers, and electronics prototyping equipment to turn ideas into functional prototypes. The space hosts regular STEM workshops, coding sprints, and design thinking sessions that attract talent from across Germany. Whether you are a first-time maker or a seasoned hardware engineer, Zam offers the tools, community, and mentorship needed to build, iterate, and innovate — making it one of the most valuable innovation resources in Germany.
Description
During the prototype-phase, until approx. 2023, a reduced set of tools and programs will be available as a foretaste of what is to come.
Funding and space is secured to establish wood and metal workshops, rapid prototyping and electronics labs, sewing and printing studios as well as a dedicated bio-hacking space. While these facilities make up the core of ZAM, they will be accompanied by a Café, space for project development, exhibitions and even an apartment for visiting artists, makers and supporters.
Who Can Benefit
Students & Researchers
University and school students who want access to fabrication tools, prototyping equipment, and expert mentorship.
Entrepreneurs & Startups
Early-stage founders who need a collaborative space to build, test, and iterate on their hardware or software ideas.
Educators & Trainers
Teachers and trainers who want to run practical STEM workshops, coding bootcamps, or design sprints for their cohorts.
Independent Makers
Hobbyists, artists, and independent inventors who need access to tools and a community of like-minded creators.