Robot Experience Centre
Build confidence, reduce risk and increase productivity
See what could work before you invest
The Robot Experience Centre helps manufacturers make confident robotics and automation decisions quickly and with less risk.
Whether you are exploring your first robot or expanding existing capability, you can test real applications, compare approaches and clearly define both the right robotics solution and the skills your team will need before committing time, budget or resource.
For many manufacturers, the challenge is knowing where to start with robot automation, which application is right for your needs and how to move ahead with clarity. The centre removes that uncertainty, answers practical questions and gives you a clear route forward.
As an independent, vendor-neutral environment, MTC gives you the space to explore proven applications, compare options and determine what is right for your products, processes and goals. We work alongside your team to help you make informed decisions with a clearer view of the right next step.
You leave with a clear view of what will work for your business and what to do next.
De-risk your investment decisions and move forward with a practical plan you can act on.
Explore the right route to robotics adoption
You can use the centre to explore a first application, quickly test what is feasible, compare approaches and reduce uncertainty before moving towards implementation. MTC supports you at every stage, from early exploration through to delivery.
Each visit is shaped around your product, process, priorities and day-to-day realities, so the outcomes stay directly relevant to your business.
See, test and compare robotics and automation solutions
The Robot Experience Centre brings together proven “first robot” applications, including machine tending, welding and palletising. It also offers a collaborative robot area for hands-on exploration, alongside industrial robots that can be rapidly configured for demos and trials. This helps manufacturers compare approaches, test feasibility and de-risk investment decisions before moving forward.
- See proven robotics applications relevant to your challenge
- Take part in hands-on demonstrations and trials
- Compare options in an independent, vendor-neutral setting
- Explore solutions that fit your process and business goals
Support for your full robotics adoption journey
Successful adoption of automation and robotics depends on more than equipment alone. The Robot Experience Centre brings together inspiration, skills, training, execution and finance, addressing adoption barriers as a coherent programme rather than in isolation.
Independent technical expertise
Work with independent experts to understand what is feasible, define your requirements and review key considerations such as safety, programming approach, cycle times and integration.
Training and skills support
MTC helps teams build the knowledge needed to specify, procure, implement and operate robot automation more effectively, with training designed to close skills gaps and support successful adoption.
Integrator partnerships
Where implementation is the appropriate next move, MTC can connect you with trusted system integrators to support delivery and reduce the risk of costly mistakes.
Funding and business case support
MTC can also help you identify suitable funding routes and build a stronger case for investment, supporting progress while managing risk and pressure on capital.
MTC has introduced us to the different technologies available in terms of robots and handling. They have helped us identify various options in terms of picking and placing the parts, they have given us impartial advice and introduced us to a number of potential suppliers and equipment.
Chris Brown - CBE+
How a Robot Experience Centre visit works
Your visit is free, hands-on and designed to give you answers, not more complexity. It is especially useful for SMEs taking a first step into robotics and automation and looking for expert guidance in a supportive, neutral, environment.
Your visit usually includes three simple stages:
- We start by discussing your product, process and goals.
- We show you relevant applications and equipment - with hands-on demonstrations where appropriate.
- We finish with practical next steps for your business.
What to bring: If possible, bring a part or product, a simple process overview and any information on cycle time or throughput.
What you will leave with: a more informed view of what is possible, which options may suit your operation and how to move forward.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the Robot Experience Centre for?
The Robot Experience Centre is for manufacturers of all sizes, especially SMEs exploring a first robot investment or building on existing automation.