3D Printer Factory Tour plus 2 ft Tall Rocket!
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3D Printer Factory Tour plus 2 ft Tall Rocket!
By re:3D, 3D Printer Factory
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Ages 0-120, max of 10 per group
Duration: 30–60 minutes
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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- A 3D Printed Rocket (At least 2' Tall!) printed on a Gigabot 3D Printer (# of rockets are per group)
- A hands-on, guided tour of our 3D printer factory.
- Start:
- RE:3D Inc, 1100 Hercules Ave #220, Houston, TX 77058, USAre:3D, Inc. 1100 Hercules Ave. Suite #220 Houston, TX 77058 Look for the windows that say "Gigabot."
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 163335P1- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 163335P1
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Itinerary
- 1100 Hercules Ave #220, Houston, TX 77058, USAre:3D, Inc. 1100 Hercules Ave. Suite #220 Houston, TX 77058 Look for the windows that say "Gigabot."
- 1Come tour our factory where we make Gigabot, the world's first affordable, large-scale, industrial, filament-based 3D printer. You'll touch and feel 3D printed creations from around the world and find out how you too can use 3D printing to #DreamBigPrintHUGE!Pass bySpace Center HoustonSpace Center Houston
About the operator
Don’t take it from us – here’s what people have to say about this operator:
- Charlie L0 contributionsWonderful facility, great peopleRE3D is a toyshop for Geeks/Nerds. They have wonderful tech & people who are friendly, curious, and wiling to share. And their products (printers) and the things made with them and by their customers are awesome. Seeing things like a full-sized motor, a wooden cabinet with trimmings (done with wood filament) and various statues & "contraptions" is really fascinating. If you have ANY interest in seeing what's up with 3D printing come see this facility with your family. Kids in particular are fascinated and inspired when they see what can be done.Written October 29, 2019
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Jo G
56 contributions
I took my six year old grandson on this tour, and could not have been more pleased. Charlotte was especially accommodating as our host, and never talked "down" to him. She welcomed his questions, encouraged his curiosity, and interspersed the tour with hands-on activities. He has not stopped talking about it, including making a marble, snowflakes, and has been taking his rocket everywhere to share. We added this to our already planned tour of the Space Center, Galaxy Lights, and Lunch with an astronaut. What was the highlight of our little vacay from his perspective? The re:3D tour!
Written January 16, 2020
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Thank you so much for coming to visit us! We loved meeting you both; you are such an awesome grandma! Can't wait to see what your future engineer does with all that curiosity!
-Charlotte
Written January 17, 2020
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CindyG
World1 contribution
Nov 2022 • Family
Kind and knowledgeable tour guide. Our boys enjoyed learning about how the 3D printers are made and how they work. They got to see a printer creating a part for a new printer and held a couple of things that had been printed using different materials. We purchased the tickets that come with a 3D printed 2’ rocket at the end of the tour: I recommend it, our boys loved it.
Written November 23, 2022
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We're so glad you and your family enjoyed it. Thanks for coming to see us!
Written November 28, 2022
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Jay renee
Webster, TX2 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
First off Charlotte is amazing my son loves her . She gave us a great tour with lots of great information and answered all our questions about everything. We are beginners for 3d printing so this was very informative. Thank yall
Written October 7, 2022
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You are too kind! Thank you so much for bringing your awesome son to visit us!
Written October 19, 2022
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Pat
Saint Peters, MO8 contributions
We arrived early so they started the tour. Very informative and shoeed us the whole process of building a 3D printer. Explained how they made yhem. How something is designed and howt they are used. Very patiece and answered any questions.
Written June 17, 2022
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Was great to meet you! thanks for coming by!
Written June 20, 2022
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Michelle L
1 contribution
Mar 2023
This was a great tour of a 3d printer factory! Charlotte was so knowledgeable and so patient at answering my 11 year olds every last question. We spent nearly a week in the Galveston/Houston area taking in all the sights and I’m not exaggerating when I say that this was the highlight for my son. He had the very best time here and is already asking when we can go back. If you’re even slightly interested in the 3d printing world then take this tour. You’ll really enjoy it. The souvenir 3d printed rocket is pretty fun too!
Written March 29, 2023
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Thank you so much for your kind words! It was such a pleasure welcoming your family for a visit. Keep in touch!
Written April 3, 2023
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David Dill
Houston, TX8 contributions
Aug 2019
As a mechanical engineer, designing components out of plastics, I had a lot of questions about the capabilities and limitations of 3D printing, and they were ALL answered. (Some of the answers saved my company from pursuing 3D printed plastics in ways they really are not designed for at this time.) I was even allowed to borrow a sample of the different kinds of plastics and rubbers that they 3D print to show my boss. And if that were not enough, I was allowed to take home some samples in the form of an all 3D-printed-plastic spring-driven toy car.
I would highly recommend this free tour for engineers who are just starting to use 3D printed plastics and rubber. It also would be a very informative and entertaining hands-on field trip for Boy and Girl Scouts, and even adult groups wishing to see the latest in new technology. And for those considering buying an industrial type 3D printer, as a hands-on primer to the industry, this tour is a must.
I would highly recommend this free tour for engineers who are just starting to use 3D printed plastics and rubber. It also would be a very informative and entertaining hands-on field trip for Boy and Girl Scouts, and even adult groups wishing to see the latest in new technology. And for those considering buying an industrial type 3D printer, as a hands-on primer to the industry, this tour is a must.
Written October 30, 2019
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Thanks David! We were happy to answer your questions and help you determine if 3D printing was right for your company. Hope you are enjoying the car!
Written October 30, 2019
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Susan S
Houston, TX7 contributions
A great way to expose kids to modern engineering and reuse of plastics. Great (patient) tour guide. Interesting to adults and kids alike.
Written October 21, 2021
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Thanks for bringing your awesome crew to visit us!
Written October 22, 2021
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Chris S
4 contributions
Nov 2022 • Solo
The tour was excellent and my guide had great details about how 3d printing works and different types. I would highly recommend if you're anywhere near Houston.. the location is close to nasa.
Written November 16, 2022
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Thanks for visiting us while you were in town. Come back soon!
Written November 18, 2022
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taz613
Baltimore, MD16 contributions
Feb 2022 • Family
Went with 3 kids, ages 10-17. They thought it was pretty cool and interesting. We all have a minimal knowledge of 3D printing. We had the tour to ourselves which was really nice
Written February 11, 2022
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Thanks for coming to see us while you were in town!
Written February 14, 2022
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Greenhorn
30 contributions
Feb 2020
During the tour, Charlotte gave me an inside to re:3D. The tour was very interesting and detailed. And, it was a great fun, too. Not to mention the 2-feet rocket.
Written March 1, 2020
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