Services

Description: The DI Hub’s Spark_Lab offers DI Hub members access to dedicated, access-controlled workspaces designed to support their research, design, or entrepreneurial projects. For a fee, members can utilize these specialized workstations to foster innovation within a secure and professional coworking environment. Ideal for entrepreneurs and collaborative projects, these workstations provide the perfect setting to bring your ideas to life and drive your ventures forward.

Location:  DI Hub, Spark_Lab (DIH 146)

Workstation Features:  

C0working Features:

Availability:

The DI Hub has five (5) Spark_Lab workstations available on a first-come, first-served basis. Workstations are available to all current DI Hub members (students, staff, faculty, community members, and business partners). Spark_Lab occupants must maintain an active DI Hub membership for the duration of their occupancy.

Access Guidelines:

All Spark_Lab users are granted key-card access to the Spark_Lab (DIH 146) that will enable them to enter the space during regular building hours (daily 7am-11pm). After-hours access is not available.   

Usage Guidelines:

Rental Period:

Spark_Lab workstation rentals are available on a semester-by-semester basis for KSU students, staff, and faculty, with a maximum rental period of two semesters. Spark_Lab workstation rentals are available on a month-by-month basis for non-KSU community members and corporate partners, with a maximum rental period of 12 months. Extensions may be granted on a case-by-case basis, subject to availability. 

Cost: 

Description: Whether you need dedicated space to bring your ideas to life or need regular access to the DI Hub’s specialized equipment for your project, the DI Hub’s free Reactor workstation rentals provide the ideal environment for innovation and creativity. 

Location: DI Hub, Reactor, Industrial/Robotics Shop (DIH 150L)

Specifications:  

• 2 butcher-block worktables (30” x 60” x 42”)

• Two-sided moveable metal peg board

• Dedicated power access

• Cutting mat (34” x 46”)

Availability:

• The DI Hub has three (3) workstations available on a first-come, first-served basis. Workstations are only available to current KSU student, staff, and faculty DI Hub members. 

Access Guidelines:

• The DI Hub’s Reactor workstations can only be accessed during regular Reactor hours. After-hours access is not permitted.  

Usage Guidelines:

• Cleanliness: Members must maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of their workstation at all times. This includes disposing of waste and cleaning up spills promptly to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for all users.

• Hazardous Materials: For safety reasons, workstations may not be used to store hazardous materials or substances. This includes chemicals, flammable items, sharps or cutting tools, heat sources, hydraulic equipment, biological materials, spoilable food, etc. 

• Liability: The DI Hub is not responsible for any loss or damage to items stored on workstations. Members assume full responsibility for their belongings.

• Cancellation Policy: The DI Hub reserves the right to cancel any workstation rental at any time for any reason deemed necessary. This may include but is not limited to violations of usage guidelines, safety concerns, or operational needs.

Rental Period:

• Reactor workstation rentals are available for a maximum of one semester. Extensions may be granted on a case-by-case basis, subject to availability.

Cost: 

• Free 

Description: Dive into the world of additive manufacturing with our 3D Printer Workstations, designed to bring your digital designs to life layer by layer. Our 3D Printers Workstations provide you with a dedicated 3D printer where you can prototype, create custom parts, or experiment with new designs without worrying about other projects getting in the way. 

Location: DI Hub, Reactor, Industrial/Robotics Shop (DIH 150L)

Specifications:  

• Printer: Creality Ender-3 S1 Plus 

• Bed dimensions: 300mm x 300mm x 300mm 

• Material: Bring your own PLA or TPU

• Wattage: 480 watts 

Availability:

• The DI Hub has three (3) 3D printer workstations available on a first-come, first-served basis. 3D printer workstations are only available to current KSU student, staff, and faculty DI Hub members. 

Access Guidelines:

• The DI Hub’s 3D printer workstations can only be accessed during regular Reactor hours. After-hours access is not permitted.  

Usage Guidelines:

• Material Usage: Members are responsible for providing their own printing materials, such as PLA or TPU filament. Please use only approved materials specified by Reactor staff to ensure compatibility and safety.

• Printer Maintenance: Members are responsible for maintaining their own 3D printers. Please treat the 3D printers with care and respect. Clean the print bed and remove any debris after each print job to maintain printer performance and reliability.

• Weapon Fabrication: The DI HUB prohibits the use of its facilities and equipment for the fabrication of weapons, weapon components, simulated weapons, or weapon-like items.

• Liability: Members assume full responsibility for the quality and outcome of their prints. The DI Hub is not liable for any errors, defects, or failures in prints.

• Cancellation Policy: The DI Hub reserves the right to cancel any 3D printer workstation rental at any time for any reason deemed necessary. This may include but is not limited to violations of usage guidelines, safety concerns, or operational needs.

Rental Period:

• 3D Printer Workstation rentals are available for a maximum of one semester. Extensions may be granted on a case-by-case basis, subject to availability.

Cost: 

• Free 

Description: Need a secure place to store your Reactor projects and materials? Look no further! Our storage carts offer a convenient storage solution within the DI Hub. Each storage cart comes equipped with ample space to store your ongoing projects, tools, and materials securely. Whether you're working on a 3D printing project, crafting prototypes, or conducting experiments, our carts provide a designated space for your belongings.

Location: DI Hub, First Floor Hallway (DIH 100C)

Specifications:  

• Large Carts: 24” x 36” x 29”

• Small Carts: 24” x 18” x 29” 

Availability:

• The DI Hub has twelve (12) large and four (4) small storage carts available on a first-come, first-served basis. Storage carts are available to all active DI Hub members.

Access Guidelines:

• The DI Hub’s storage carts can only be accessed while the DI Hub is open, Monday-Friday 7am-9pm. The carts may not leave the DI Hub.   

Usage Guidelines:

• Cleanliness: Members must maintain the cleanliness and tidiness of their storage cart at all times. This includes disposing of waste and cleaning up spills promptly to ensure a safe and hygienic environment for all users.

• Hazardous Materials: For safety reasons, storage carts may not be used to store hazardous materials or substances. This includes chemicals, flammable items, sharps or cutting tools, heat sources, hydraulic equipment, biological materials, spoilable food, etc. 

• DI Hub Tools: Storage carts may not be used to store tools, equipment, or supplies belonging to the DI Hub. These items must be returned to the Reactor’s Resource Library after each use. 

• Liability: The DI Hub is not responsible for any loss or damage to items stored in the carts. Members assume full responsibility for their belongings.

• Cancellation Policy: The DI Hub reserves the right to cancel any storage cart rental at any time for any reason deemed necessary. This may include but is not limited to violations of usage guidelines, safety concerns, or operational needs.

Rental Period:

• Storage Cart rentals are available for a maximum of one semester. Extensions may be granted on a case-by-case basis, subject to availability.

Cost: 

• Free