3D CAD design render of a custom mechanical knee fixture jig assembly with adjustable angle guide and mounting base.
Custom Instrument Design
Iterative CAD development (SolidWorks) tailored 
to your experiment.
Precision micro-manipulators with threaded metal adjustment components stored in a clear acrylic display case labeled Scientific Instrument Shop UIC.
Precision Machining & Fabrication
Milling, turning and custom fitting 
with tight tolerances.
Custom metal test fixture jig set with red accent components labeled R 3.6 mm, displayed alongside its white organizing tray.
3D Printing & Additive Manufacturing
FDM printing for rapid prototyping and small-batch parts.
Desk-mounted UIC media control panel featuring source selector button, A/C power outlet, Type-C and Type-A USB ports, and University of Illinois Chicago branding.
Laser Engraving & Ablation
High-precision marking and surface 
structuring.
Multi-station cell-stressing laboratory instrument with motorized mechanical actuators aligned over six translucent sample chambers on a workbench.
Material Sourcing & Advising
Selection of metals, polymers and specialty materials compatible with experimental needs.
Laboratory fluidic system with PVC piping, blue pressure tank, two large white storage barrels, pressure gauges, and electronic control unit.
Assembly & Integration
Delivery of complete, ready-to-use 
instruments.

Chicago Scientific Fabrication for Research Instruments

The Scientific Instrument Shop (SIS) provides scientific fabrication services in Chicago for custom research instruments, experimental fixtures, laboratory components, and specialized apparatus. Our work supports academic and research applications where commercial equipment is unavailable, insufficient, or requires modification for a specific experiment.

Scientific Machine Shop Services

As a research-focused scientific machine shop, SIS provides custom machining, fabrication, prototype development, three-dimensional (3D) printing, laser marking, material sourcing, and assembly services for scientific and academic projects.

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