We've recently published a report to share our recent progress on Contracting in Distributed Manufacturing. This work is part of the deliverable 4.4 of the European funded mAkE project. The objective is to create innovative tools and systems that make it easier for buyers, makers, and intermediaries to collaborate and address local needs through local solutions.
Read moreThe Map of Machinery report, part of Deliverable 4.3 in the “mAkE - African European Maker Innovation Ecosystem” project, developed by the Internet of Production, outlines the motivations, challenges, and outcomes behind creating an interactive map of manufacturing capabilities.
Read moreWe are thrilled to announce the release of our latest report on the Maker Passport, a significant milestone in recognizing and validating maker skills within a distributed ecosystem. This initiative is part of the mAkE African European Maker Innovation Ecosystem and funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 programme.
Read moreA meeting where makers, creators and innovators from across the continent shared ideas, learned new skills and showcased their projects. The makerspace ecosystem in Africa represents a vibrant and dynamic community with significant potential to revolutionise the continent's hardware and manufacturing sectors.
Read moreThe 9th edition of the AfriLabs Annual Gathering hosted a track on makerspaces for the first time, titled "Uniting Innovation". Held in Cape Town, South Africa, the gathering brought together African innovators, policymakers, investors, start-ups and thought leaders to convene and amplify their work.
Read moreThis edition covers news on the Open Know-How standard, successes of our members, makerspace events in Africa & new team members.
Read moreThis edition covers news on our new branding, the renewal of the Innovative Manufacturing in Africa Project, team updates & upcoming events.
Read moreJuly 2024 Internet of Production Alliance Community Call focusing on the development of contracting system for distributed manufacturing. Presented by Max Wardeh, Technical Coordinator at the Internet of Production.
Read moreAre you a maker or SMEs looking for a specific machine? Are you starting your own project but you lack certain resources? Are you a company or a person who wants to manufacture something on a small scale? The Map of a Machinery is a tool for distributed manufacturing that will help you achieve your goals and explore the resources within the maker innovation ecosystem. By Antonio Anaya
Read moreAppearances by members of the IoPA team on podcasts.
Read moreWe've recently published a report to share our recent progress on Contracting in Distributed Manufacturing. This work is part of the deliverable 4.4 of the European funded mAkE project. The objective is to create innovative tools and systems that make it easier for buyers, makers, and intermediaries to collaborate and address local needs through local solutions.
Read moreThe Map of Machinery report, part of Deliverable 4.3 in the “mAkE - African European Maker Innovation Ecosystem” project, developed by the Internet of Production, outlines the motivations, challenges, and outcomes behind creating an interactive map of manufacturing capabilities.
Read moreWe are thrilled to announce the release of our latest report on the Maker Passport, a significant milestone in recognizing and validating maker skills within a distributed ecosystem. This initiative is part of the mAkE African European Maker Innovation Ecosystem and funded by the European Union’s Horizon 2020 programme.
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