Hi Sarah,

Get a copy of this:

http://amzn.to/1rdIwtS
Make:  Ultimate guide to 3D printing 2014

It was very helpful when we were determining what to buy and once your printer(s) arrive. 

If you have any maker spaces near you, or other facilities that offer 3D printing, plan on doing some on site research.  

We ended up purchasing 5 3D printers and a 3D scanner from MakerBot.  If you have specific questions about those printers I'd be happy to answer off list.

Good luck,

Lauren Douglass
Head of Technology Services
East Lansing Public Library
East Lansing, MI  48823
www.elpl.org/


On Wed, Oct 1, 2014 at 11:14 AM, Sarah Maddox <smaddox@hlpl.lib.mi.us> wrote:
I'm doing research on 3d printers for my library but I'm not sure which 3d printer will be the best fit. Looking for any experience or advice with selecting a 3d printer. Thanks!

Regards,
Sarah Maddox
Youth Services Librarian
Houghton Lake Public Library
4431 W Houghton Lake Dr
Houghton Lake, MI 48629
989.366.9230
_______________________________________________
Michlib-l mailing list
Michlib-l@mcls.org
http://lists.mlcnet.org/mailman/listinfo/michlib-l