Any Industry, Any Challenge
About CATS
The Center for Advanced Technology Solutions (CATS) is your connection to a national network of experts who provide fast, effective solutions to tough technical challenges. From automation, additive manufacturing, and Industry 4.0 to materials, optics, electronics and more, CATS has completed over 150 projects in 23 states for millions of dollars in economic impact. Today, our technology sources and partners include 17 Manufacturing USA Institutes, hundreds of national laboratories, and Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) centers across the country. Whether you work in industry, academia, or for an MEP center, CATS is for you.
CATS Network Expertise
CATS has cultivated relationships with an extensive network of partners with select domain knowledge to accelerate manufacturing growth. Select a partner in the wheel to learn more about their expertise.
Manufacturing USA Institutes
Manufacturing USA institutes are public-private partnerships that focus on specific advanced manufacturing technologies to accelerate technology commercialization.
Others
CATS can also connect you to other partners, including the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and other public or private resources.
NASA
NASA fosters innovation through technology transfers, contracting opportunities, access to facilities, funding opportunities, and in-space manufacturing initiatives.
Industry Experts
Industry experts identify and analyze technical challenges and leverage their specialized knowledge, experience, and resources to implement solutions.
National Labs
America’s National Labs provide access to cutting-edge technologies, top-notch facilities, and advanced research through technology transfers and collaborative projects.
TechBridges
TechBridges identify and de-risk promising technologies through targeted searches, validation and demonstration, and by preparing early-stage products for industry and investment.
Universities
Universities provide access to cutting-edge R&D through joint research projects, technology transfers, and access to specialized facilities and expertise.
Mep Network
The MEP National Network™ is a public-private partnership that helps U.S. manufacturers, especially small and medium-sized ones, to improve operations, spur business growth, and reduce risk.
How Are We Supported?
CATS is funded by the MEP National Network and is your connection to funding opportunities in areas such as specialized equipment, world-class research facilities, and technical expertise. For example, CATS can connect you to Manufacturing USA Institutes with over $1B in funding and to a Federal Laboratory Consortium that spends $150B annually on R&D. For manufacturers who are ready to embrace new processes or equipment, CATS delivers a strong return-on-investment (ROI).
What Are the Costs?
Often, the initial assistance that CATS provides is available at no cost or low cost. Funding opportunities are time-limited, however. The potential savings through efficient problem-solving and resource optimization can lead to significant cost reductions. Accelerated innovation that leads to process improvements and enhanced competitiveness that increases capacity and capabilities also support greater profitability.
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