3D printing has become an essential teaching tool for Italian schools and universities, particularly within the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) pathways. Bambu Lab printers, thanks to their ease of use, reliability and value for money, are one of the most suitable choices for the educational environment.
In this article we explain how schools and universities can purchase Bambu Lab 3D printers and other related items through the Public Administration Electronic Marketplace (MEPA).
What is the MEPA?
The Public Administration Electronic Marketplace is the e-procurement platform managed by Consip (a company of the Ministry of Economy and Finance) through which Italian Public Administrations can purchase goods and services. For purchases below the EU threshold, PAs can (and in many cases must) use the MEPA to ensure transparency, competition and traceability.
Why Bambu Lab for Education
Bambu Lab printers are particularly suitable for the school and university environment for several reasons. The out-of-the-box configuration allows you to start printing within minutes, without advanced technical skills. The enclosed chamber ensures safety for students. The automatic calibration system eliminates the need for complex manual adjustments. Bambu Studio software is intuitive and free. The AMS ecosystem enables multi-colour printing, stimulating students' creativity.
Recommended models for education
Bambu Lab P2S / P2S Combo
The P2S is the ideal choice for school and university labs. The closed chamber protects students from moving parts and fumes. The Adaptive Airflow system filters the air internally. The Combo version with AMS 2 Pro enables multi-colour printing that captures students' interest and opens up advanced teaching possibilities.
Bambu Lab A1
For smaller budgets or more printers in a lab, the A1 offers excellent value for money. With its open design, it is ideal for showing students how the 3D printing process works.
Beyond printers: what is needed for a lab STEM
A complete 3D printing lab also requires filaments of various materials (PLA in different colours as a starting point, PETG for functional parts), basic tools (spatulas, pliers, cutters), spare print tables, and possibly accessories such as BIQU's Panda Station for organisation. All these items are available on DHM-online.
How to purchase on MEPA via DHM
DHM-online is present on MEPA with its own product catalogue for 3D printing, robotics and automation. Schools and universities can search for products directly on the MEPA platform, request a customised quotation or contact the DHM sales team for assistance in setting up the laboratory and the purchasing procedure.
For specific requests, customised quotations for complete labs or information on the availability of Bambu Lab products on MEPA, please contact the DHM team at the address given in the Contact section of the website.
Advantages of purchasing through DHM
By purchasing through DHM-online, schools and universities have access to pre-sales technical advice for choosing the optimal configuration, after-sales support in Italian, the possibility to create customised lab kits STEM, access to the entire catalogue of filaments, components and accessories, and PA-compliant electronic invoicing.
