Hamilton 3D Printing Collaboration

The 4th Floor of Central Library is abuzz with the sound of 3D printers creating face shields, face shield frames and ear savers to protect frontline workers batting COVID-19.

The printers come from the City of Hamilton, Hamilton Public Library, Hamilton-Wentworth Catholic District School Board, Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board and Innovation Factory. Further assistance comes from shop3D.

If you’d like to help with this collaborated effort, here are some answers to commonly asked questions.

Q. I have a 3D printer. How can I help?

A. Download the STL files below and start printing your own parts.

Face Shield Bracket

Q. What material should I use to print?

A. The recommended material is PLA. This has been tested and is the most sanitary.

Q. What are the suggest 3D print settings?

A. Here's the list:

• Units are in mm
• 100% infill
• No supports, rafts or brim necessary
• 0.3 mm layer height (for faster printing)
• 100 mm/sec or higher print speed
• No need to wait for the part to cool before removing. Hold it in the desired shape for a few seconds after

Q. Do I need to supply the elastics and visor sheets?

A. No. The team at Hamilton Public Library, in conjunction with the City of Hamilton, are sourcing these parts.

Q. Where do I send or drop off the items?

A. Please consolidate shipments/drop-offs if you plan to produce multiple items. Completed components can also be dropped off with Security at the Central Library (address below).
Please mail printed face shield component to:
Hamilton Public Library
Central Library
Attn: 3D PPE Parts Team
55 York Blvd.
Hamilton, ON L8N 4E4  

Q. Where should I send materials to donate?

A. If you have plastic materials contact shop3D at sales@shop3D.ca, or call 905-501-8558. Shop3D is doing the laser cutting.
If you have filament you can contribute, send it to Central Library, 55 York St., Hamilton.

Q. Who can I contact if I need more information or have questions?

A. For more information about this project and links to the 3D files, please reach out on covidstop.ca

Q. How can I help raise awareness or share my contribution?

A. Please join the CovidStop Facebook group.

Q. Are there other groups doing similar in our community that I can help support?

A. Yes. The organizations listed below are also supporting community partners and accepting printed parts, volunteers or other support. Please check with each organization, as there are different designs and needs, depending on the respective group.

• 3D PPE GTHA

(If you are supporting 3D Printing or similar related non-profit initiatives and want to be included on this list please contact us and we will be happy to include you.)

Note: Recipient organizations should sterilize all PPE before distributing.