What is a makerspace?
A makerspace is a co-working and business incubation facility which houses tools and equipment from a broad range of trades that makers come to. What is a maker? You are! Examples of other makers: engineers, scientists, crafters, carpenters, artists, tinkers, inventors, entrepreneurs, musicians, designers, welders, tradespeople, or anyone else who creates.
Do you offer corporate memberships for companies?
Yes! The makerspace can offer reduced rates for companies that purchase membership packages for their entire workforce or even specific teams within the company. Contact us to determine what pricing can be offered for your organization.
Do you offer educational rate memberships for colleges and high schools?
Yes! We offer significantly reduced rates for educational institutions that wish to provide access to their student body. We believe that this increase our regions capabilities as the educational institution does not need to purchase the equipment or hire staff to run additional workspace.
Can I have a tour?
Absolutely! IRM welcomes tours anytime during our open hours, and on top of that they are free!
What are your core values?
IRM uses 4 core values listed below to be a guide for the business.
Safety- The most important value we have. The makerspace is to be held to the highest safety standards. In addition, the space shall attain high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Community- IRM holds in high regard the personal and professional development of the Iron Range community. The space acts as an all-encompassing community center. There is to always be a feel of community engagement in the space.
Change- IRM is a company that embraces change. The company will maintain open mindedness and allow member ideas and changes to directly impact the space. An environment of constant yet structured change is a progressive and forward moving one.
Transparency- The company wishes to be transparent in its activities. If the community is to feel involved, they need to be informed. The company shall be upfront and honest in its character just as we expect our members to be with each other. We encourage members to be clear in transferring their knowledge to others with the intent of helping each other.
Safety- The most important value we have. The makerspace is to be held to the highest safety standards. In addition, the space shall attain high standards of cleanliness and organization.
Community- IRM holds in high regard the personal and professional development of the Iron Range community. The space acts as an all-encompassing community center. There is to always be a feel of community engagement in the space.
Change- IRM is a company that embraces change. The company will maintain open mindedness and allow member ideas and changes to directly impact the space. An environment of constant yet structured change is a progressive and forward moving one.
Transparency- The company wishes to be transparent in its activities. If the community is to feel involved, they need to be informed. The company shall be upfront and honest in its character just as we expect our members to be with each other. We encourage members to be clear in transferring their knowledge to others with the intent of helping each other.
What are your hours?
The shop is open 11am-11pm Wednesday through Saturday. Sundays are 12pm-9pm.