Manufacturing Assistance
Local Manufacturing Support for Startups
Scaling hardware startups requires the right connections, resources, and expertise. Founders receive manufacturing assistance, including the tools needed to move from prototype to production.
By connecting with local manufacturers, funding opportunities, and technical guidance, founders gain the insights to ensure every step of the manufacturing process is efficient, scalable, and successful.
How Founders Scale with Robotics Factory
Moving from prototype to production is one of the most critical steps for any hardware startup. Through the Robotics Factory Scale Program, founders gain the support needed to make that transition with confidence.
From funding and prototyping to mentorship and manufacturing connections, the program helps companies refine their designs, navigate supply chains, and prepare for real-world production. By combining hands-on resources with access to local manufacturers, Innovation Works helps founders build smarter, manufacture faster, and scale sustainably.
Services Offered
For Founders
Scalable Grants: Taking your product from prototype to production is a critical step for any hardware startup. The Scalable Grant program provides up to $25,000 in reimbursement to support collaborations with Pennsylvania-based manufacturers and suppliers. Whether you’re sourcing materials or working with a local production partner, this funding helps bridge the gap between development and scalable manufacturing.
Residency: The Scale Residency Program offers hardware entrepreneurs 6 months of access to the scale shop, located in the Tech Forge building in Lawrenceville, part of “Robotics Row.” This immersive experience provides access to advanced prototyping tools, grant funding, and expert mentorship to refine designs and scale products.
Scale shop: Participants gain hands-on support, access to cutting-edge tools, grant funding, rapid prototyping, educational resources, and space in the Tech Forge building in Lawrenceville, part of “Robotics Row.”
Benefits for Robotics Founders
Funding to work with local, forward-thinking manufacturers
Local production offers a unique competitive advantage for innovators. You can meet face-to-face to review processes, discuss new strategies, and have a front-row seat when your first piece comes off the production line.
Learn alongside the best innovators in the region
From product development and prototyping to building your team and meeting with potential material suppliers, we provide you with the expert guidance and training you need to develop, manufacture, and scale your business.
Connecting creators, manufacturers, and community
Innovation Works serves as a hub to connect founders building hardware and robotics to manufacturers and mentors in ways that support start-up success.
Need Assistance?
Whether you’re a hardware startup looking to scale, our team is here to support your growth. Connect with us to learn more about grants, resources, and technical expertise that can help you build, scale, and succeed.
