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Welcome to MTC

Working together with industry and government to foster innovation, tackle industrial challenges and support the plan for growth through advanced digital manufacturing. 

Who we are

MTC is a leading research and technology organisation at the forefront of manufacturing innovation. We’re surrounded by world-leading facilities. Industry-leading minds. But above all, we’re united in our shared curiosity and creativity, with an appetite to restlessly and repeatedly reimagine what progress looks like.

As an organisation, we exist to positively impact society. We’re committed to shaping a brighter future by empowering our customers, partners, and members to capitalise from advances in manufacturing technology, transforming industries and driving growth. 

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DMA

Digital Manufacturing Accelerator

The Digital Manufacturing Accelerator (DMA) aims to boost UK manufacturing competitiveness by developing and deploying cutting-edge digital and automation technologies. Located in Liverpool, DMA offers digital and physical testbed facilities to help companies of all sizes adopt new technologies efficiently and reduce risks. It fosters innovation, creates skilled jobs, and provides workforce training, enhancing manufacturing processes to be more agile, productive, and sustainable. The initiative ultimately drives significant advancements across the UK manufacturing sector.
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FIAB

Factory in a box

Enabled by the latest digital technologies, the autonomous, rapidly deployable, remote controlled, modular factory in a box unit can provide a rapid route to market for manufacturing innovations, while quality, product variation and maintenance can be controlled remotely. This innovative approach allows businesses to rapidly deploy production capabilities in diverse locations, allowing products to be manufactured closer to the point of end use, reducing transportation costs and lead times.
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Robotics & Automation

Driving growth

MTC drives growth by supporting small and large businesses on their automation adoption journey, addressing skills shortages, increasing productivity, improving quality, and reducing costs. Offering impartial expert advice and guidance, we help companies to minimise the risk of investment and ensure they select the right automation solution and delivery partner for their unique needs, transforming business and creating long-term value. 
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