—— Hasu Biosystems
Forge builds open-access lab tools for wet-lab workflows
Practical, compact, modular laboratory tools designed to reduce clutter, improve workflow, and support reproducible bench work. Each tool includes STL and STEP files with documentation and is free to download, print, and use.
Tools available
STL+STEP
FILES INCLUDED
Forge — Biosystems tooling
Most lab tools solve for function, but not workflow. Wet-lab research happens under time pressure, where small mistakes can invalidate days of work.
The design principle
Forge tools follow standardised connection principles and dimensional standards — each tool is a component of a larger system, not a standalone accessory. Built to reduce cognitive load at the bench.
A quiet library of lab tools, designed to be printed.
Forge exists because most lab tools solve for function, but not workflow. Wet-lab research often happens under time pressure, where small mistakes can invalidate days or weeks of work. Forge aims to reduce cognitive load, preserve workflow integrity, and help researchers focus on the experiment — not the tools around it.
Browse all Tools →The Problem
Many existing wet-lab tools — tube racks, holders, jigs — remain bulky and largely unchanged for 4–5 decades. They create unnecessary obstruction in biosafety cabinets, fume hoods, and crowded benchtops, with limited scope for customisation.
Forge Bricks
Forge bricks are modular, compact, and inspired by LEGO®-style assembly. They can be configured for individual experiments with minimal footprint, and use colour coding to help researchers track workflow steps and reduce avoidable mistakes.
Built for the Future
Forge is built for a future where researchers do not wait for traditional lab-tool companies to solve every workflow problem. As 3D printing and AI-assisted CAD lower the barrier to design, researchers can adapt open-source tools tailored to their own experiments.
Why It Matters
As automation increases, remaining human-executed workflows become more sophisticated and cognitively demanding. A single human error may have larger cascading consequences. Forge supports Hasu's broader mission by improving the physical workflows around advanced tissue models.