CoFactory

Where design and technology shape the world

CoFactory
CoFactory is a 1500 sqm hybrid space
dedicated to rapid prototyping anddigital manufacturing activities,

hosting manufacturing startups andscaleups, self-producing designers
and makers.

Production area, dedicated offices,
coworking space, laboratories,

meeting and training areas coexist
within the structure.

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Activities

De d i c a t e d o f f i c e s

CoworkingCommon spaces and services

Laboratories

Te c h e quipm e nt s

Dedicated offices
The variety of offices is designed to meet different space and capacity needs.
CoFactory’s first floor hosts six dedicatedoffices designed to welcome resident

innovative startups and SMEs. Each officehas been customized with well beingoriented design furnishings and curated
by our experts to ensure a comfortableand functional environment. The spaces
include ergonomic workstations,adjustable tables and a smart lightingsystem.

Residents have the opportunity toconfigure the space according to theirneeds; our concierge is available forevery need and request.

SMALL OFFICEMEDIUM OFFICELARGE OFFICE

4-5 People8-10 People

10-12 People

SOLD OUT

2 AVAILABLE

1 AVAILABLE

Coworking
CoFactory hosts, alongside thededicated offices, a coworking

space where it is possible to reserve

individual workstations equipped withdesks and ergonomic seats.

Hosting:20

dedicatedworkstationsFirst floor

6

hot desk(not assigned)

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Laboratori

CREATE YOUR LAYOUT

On the industrial floor of the factory there
are the laboratories, private production
spaces designed to instill inspiration,

stimulate creativity and translate ideas intoconcrete solutions.

The environments are customizable andBENEFIT:adaptable to the companies’ specificneeds. By becoming a resident of alaboratory, it is possible to integrate theexisting facilities with your own equipment,
configuring the space as needed.

Equipment included:
compressed air andindustrial electricalconnections

Customlayout of thespace

Opportunity
to provide
community
services

Well beingoriented
design4 LABS from

Ground floor

25 smqLaboratories 2/2
Each laboratory is dedicated to aPARTNER
SELECTED

specific field of expertise.

The resident, selected for one of thefields on the right, contributes toexpanding the CoFactory’s service
catalog by making their facilities

accessible to the entire community

and acquiring exclusivity over the area.

Test & Certification Lab

3D Scanning & 3D Printing

PARTNER
SELECTEDInternet of Furniture

TBD

Factory service catalogue
The production area on theground floor houses advanced
technological equipment for

rapid prototyping and digitalmanufacturing.

At CoFactory we intervene tosupport our customers at every
stage of the project. A team ofexperts is available to guidedesigners, startups and companies
in the development of theirsolutions, from the initial idea to thecomplete realization of the project.

Design support
In CoFactory it will be possible to develop
innovative production processes based onparametric product modeling, robotic andautomated production lines, advanced andadditive production platforms.
In the phase prior to the use of the equipment,
we offer a design orientation service. Below
are some of our services.

IoT (Internet of Things) connection
Design of IoT devices and connectivity
solutions for products.

Data analytics and AI
Design of embedded systems for
artificial intelligence.

Design for production
Design optimization to facilitate production
even on a large scale.

Human Machine Interface (HMI)
Design of advanced user interfaces to improve
the interaction between the user and the device.

Stress and reliability simulations:
Stress tests and simulations to guarantee thereliability of the products in real conditions.

Technological equipment 1/4
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KREATOR ARES

Description:

Materials:

Hybrid additive
manufacturing and millingsystem for the processingof composite materials,aluminium, light alloys andmetals.

Composite materials,
aluminium, light alloys andmetals, PA, PP, PESU, PEI, PET,ABS, AIRTECH DAHLTRAM
and others, reinforced withcarbon or glass fibers

The advanced design andintegrated technologicalsolutions ensure a precise
and accurate processing.

Case study:

Allowed processes:
Printing and milling,
3d printing

Applications:
Trimming and assembly template
Processing equipment
Lamination masters
Molds for direct lamination

MASERATI 3200 GT:
Automotive master and lamination
molds -50/70°C curing
Material: PA6 + 40% carbon fiber
Dimensions/weight:
1800x500x800 mm - 150 kg

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explore the catalogue

EVOTECH 400

Description:

Allowed processes:

The structure has amultifunctional work
surface and guarantees
totally vibration-freeprocessing.

Pick & place, deburringand material removal,material handling, machinesupervision and spot
welding.

Materials:

IRB 6700

Case study:

Woods, metals, polymers
and advanced materials
The flexible machining
center for the processingof plastics and advancedmaterials.

Allowed processes:
3 and 5 axis CNC milling

Robot with linear
axis movement
capability.

Use of ABB robots for 3D printingof prefabricated reinforced
concrete elements.

Technological equipment 3/4
explore the data sheetARGO 500

Description:

Materials:

3D printer for super polymers
and composites equippedwith Roboze Automate
technological ecosystem.

PEEK, FUNCTIONAL-NYLON,ULTRA-PLA, CARBON PEEK,STRONG-ABS, CARBON PA,
PPFLEX-TPU, ABS-ESD

An advanced additive
manufacturing system thatstreamlines and makes
production processes flexible
with 3D printing of large-scalefinished parts and components.

Case study:

Allowed processes:
3D printing

Applications:
Mass production, creationof small production
batches or spare parts.

ULTEMTM AM9085F HELICOPTER
CUP HOLDERULTEMTM AM9085F is atechnopolymer with highchemical and thermal
resistance and excellent
mechanical properties. It
represents an excellent
alternative to light metal alloys.

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ONE + 400 XTREM

Description:

Materials:

3D printing technology forhigh-performance superpolymers and composites,
ideal for the productionof tools and functional
components.

PEEK, FUNCTIONAL-NYLON,ULTRA-PLA, CARBON PEEK,STRONG-ABS, CARBON PA,
PPFLEX-TPU, ABS-ESD

The structure offers apositioning accuracy of 15 μm(0.6 mil) and a mechatronicmovement that guarantees
true micrometric tolerances.

Allowed processes:

Case studies:
GRIPPER FOR AUTOMATED
PRODUCTION LINES

3D printing

Material: PEEK

Applications:

FUNCTIONAL COMPONENTS

Tooling and functional
components
Complex, low-volume parts
Material:
Carbon PA PRO

Material:
Flex TPU

A project by:

Case study - Automated building blocks
Automated building blocks is aphysical and digital system based on
generative algorithms which, thanks

to a total integration of the design andmanufacturing processes, optimize

space design and module production
times.

Through the digital twin, the systemoffers a direct connection withadvanced and digital manufacturing

tools, enabling custom and on-demand
production that reduces manufacturing
times, overproduction and waste.

Common spaces
and services
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CoFactory was designed with theaim of promoting hospitality,

collaboration and comfort forcompanies and its residents.

The following are includedin the use of the spaces:

sockets

free wifi

unlimitedwaterCommon spaces and services

2/2

Booking one or moreworkstations, the use of offices

or laboratories, allow access toa vast range of services andshared spaces. Among these,an assembly area dedicatedto finalizing the project anda shooting area where visual

Meeting rooms

KitchenReception

Theatrecontent can be produced.

1 warehouse for
consumableproducts

CoFactory is also a place forholding events: on the groundfloor there is a stage that hosts

1 warehouse forpanels andraw materials

pitches, keynotes, talks and more.

Assembly area

Shooting area

2 Warehouses

The digital platform
The Designtech app forms the digital

infrastructure underlying our physical spaces.
The platform allows the effective managementof spaces, direct interaction with the Designtech

community and the optimization of open innovationand venture development activities through ourefficient and codified diligence processes.
FUNCTIONS
Space
management

Innovation
Management

ProductPlacement

Cloud
Manufacturing

Community
Management

Diligence
Processes

HOME

BOOK THE SPACECREATE YOUR EVENTBenefit 1/2
Well being
Quality light
High-quality smart lighting that promotes
productivity and reduces eye strain.

Adjustable tables
Height-adjustable tables for personalized
comfort that promotes postural health.

Ergonomic workstations
Ergonomic seats to prevent tiredness andreduce the risk of musculoskeletal disorders.

Open air spacesAccess to the external courtyard for outdoor
and lunch breaks.

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Additional services

Custom made spaces
Adaptable spaces to the specific needs ofeach resident.

Concierge support
A concierge available to guarantee an
optimal and personalized experience.

Screen sharing systems
Quickly share screen content, optimizing
collaboration and presentations.

Smart kitchen
An equipped shared kitchen that encourages
interaction and promotes a sense of community.

Car parking
Dedicated offices’ residents are entitled touse 1 car park.

Parking for bikes and scooters
Dedicated area in the courtyard of the structure.

The advantagesof joining CoFactory

Become part of
our COMMUNITY ofinnovators

Participate in theOPEN INNOVATION
paths organized byDesigntech

Community
The use of CoFactory spaces and services implies theinvolvement in the creative and innovative ecosystem
of Designtech, which opens up multiple opportunities
for collaboration and development.

CoFactory represents a dynamic and stimulating
environment that encourages meetings withdesigners, startups and industry professionals tobuild meaningful relationships and contribute to theflow of inspiration and professional growth.

The added value of being part of this community

also lies in the possibility of attending to events thatencourage continuous training and updating on thelatest trends in the field.

Innovation services
The Open Innovation Labs

Designtech organizes open and shared innovation
paths, called Labs, with the aim of stimulating thegenesis of new use cases enabled by transformativetechnologies and guiding the creation of PoC (Proofof Concept) that can transform the design industry.
CoFactory is the landing place for PoCs and, thanks

to its advanced technological equipment, guarantees
the final realization of the projects.

Accessing CoFactory spaces and becoming aresident opens up the chance of taking part in theOpen Innovation Labs promoted by the hub anddeveloping new innovative solutions.

Ground floor

Layout1Reception

2

Staircase/event space

3

Prototyping area

4

Laboratories

5

Meeting rooms

6

Technical rooms

465
5
2664

4

4

1

3

6CNC, Robotic arm, 3D printers forlarge and small formats

5First floor

Ground floor

Layout8Offices

9

Coworking space

10

Lounge area

11

Break area

6

Technical room

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8First floor

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SERVICEMEETINGROOM USE*RESIDENCESHIPMINIMUM

PERMANENCESIZELab

Coworking

Grey officeBlue office

Green office

Yellow office

Orange office

Red office

25-18

28

28

28

28

35

Workstations with
operative seats,cabinet, workbench(possibility of addingmachinery)

Dedicated workstationsin the coworking areawith operative seatWorkstations with
operative seats,cabinet, smart
lighting

Workstations with
operative seats,cabinet, smart
lighting

Workstations with
operative seats,cabinet, smart
lighting

Workstations with
operative seats,cabinet, smart
lighting

Workstations withoperative seats,cabinet, smart
lighting

Workstations withoperative seats,cabinet, smart
lighting

6 hrs/month

1,5 hrs/month

3 hrs/month

6 hrs/month

6 hrs/month

6 hrs/month

6 hrs/month

8 hrs/month€5,000.00 + VAT/month€400.00 + VAT/month€5,000.00 + VAT/month€5,000.00 + VAT/month€5,000.00 + VAT/month€7,000.00 + VAT/month

12 months

3 months

6 months

6 months

6 months

6 months

6 months

6 months

8 people-5 people

8-10 people

8-10 people

8-10 people

8-10 people

10-12 people€3,000.00 + VAT/month €5,000.00 + VAT/month*hours per month included in the rental fee; when the monthly credits have been used, extra hours will be invoiced at the end of the month.

For further information

patrizia@thedesign.tech