MakerBot 3D Printers for Classrooms & Makerspaces
MakerBot 3D printers are built for schools, libraries, and makerspaces that want reliable, easy-to-manage 3D printing with real curriculum support. As a brand under UltiMaker focused on education, MakerBot combines classroom-safe hardware with cloud print management, certification programs, and hundreds of ready-to-use lesson plans so teachers can spend less time troubleshooting and more time teaching.
Paragon Visual works with MakerBot because the Sketch platform fits perfectly into K-12 and higher education environments that need structure, support, and predictable results. From single-printer setups to full classroom bundles, we help you match the right MakerBot solution to your program, your budget, and your student goals – with U.S.-based support before and after the sale.
Why Choose MakerBot with Paragon Visual?
- Education-first design: Fully enclosed printers, intuitive controls, and safe materials that belong in real classrooms.
- Curriculum and certification included: Access to hundreds of lesson plans, teacher training, and student certifications that turn 3D printing into a true learning pathway.
- Simple fleet management: Cloud-based software helps educators manage print jobs, queues, and multiple printers from one interface.
- Local, knowledgeable support: Our team understands both wide-format and 3D printing, so we can help you integrate MakerBot into your existing technology strategy.
MakerBot Solutions We Offer
- MakerBot Sketch 3D Printer: A classroom-ready printer that makes it easy to introduce hands-on design and prototyping across STEM and CTE courses.
- MakerBot Sketch Sprint: A fast, classroom-focused printer for schools that need quicker turnaround on student projects and higher daily throughput.
- Classroom bundles: Multi-printer packages with certifications and lesson content that support full programs at the classroom, school, or district level.
- PLA and Tough PLA materials: MakerBot-certified filaments optimized for the Sketch platform, ideal for prototypes, models, fixtures, and teaching aids.
Ideal for Education & Training Programs
- K-12 STEM and CTE: Bring engineering, design, and problem-solving to life with projects that connect directly to standards and career-focused skills.
- Libraries and makerspaces: Offer reliable 3D printing access to students, educators, and community members without constant supervision.
- Higher education: Support design studios, engineering programs, and teacher-prep programs with an approachable but capable 3D printing platform.
- District-wide initiatives: Standardize on a single ecosystem to simplify training, support, and purchasing across multiple sites.
Explore MakerBot Resources
- Shop 3D printers and supplies: Browse our full selection of printers, filaments, and accessories in the 3D Printers & Supplies category.
- Learn more about Sketch in the classroom: Read our overview of the MakerBot Sketch Sprint and classroom productivity on the Paragon Visual blog.
- Explore official MakerBot education tools: Visit the MakerBot education ecosystem for lesson plans, certification, and additional classroom content.
- Download the MakerBot grant guide: Use the official MakerBot Educators Guidebook to help support funding requests for your 3D printing program.
MakerBot 3D printers from Paragon Visual give your school or makerspace a complete, classroom-ready ecosystem – hardware, curriculum, training, and support – all from one trusted partner.