Industry 4.0

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Industry 4.0, the convergence of digital and physical technologies, is the next phase in advanced manufacturing automation and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation has the resources and services to help your manufacturing business prepare for the future.

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Michigan’s Industry 4.0 Knowledge Center

Seeking Industry 4.0 knowledge and support? Join an exclusive network of Industry 4.0 experts with an Essential Membership provided for FREE to Michigan manufacturers.

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Leadership Evaluation

Is your organization ready? Automation Alley offers a complimentary Industry 4.0 Leadership Evaluation for Michigan manufacturers that measures readiness to adopt Industry 4.0 Technologies.

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Technology Opportunity Assessment

Prepared to adopt new technologies? The Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center supports small and medium-size manufacturers in a hands-on, personalized capacity to identify technologies that provide maximum improvements and return on investment.

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Technology Implementation Grant

MEDC’s Industry 4.0 Technology Implementation Grant program will provide 50% reimbursement for qualifying I4.0 technology costs up to $25,000 for eligible Michigan manufacturers.

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Access Your Free Subscription to CONNEX Michigan

This cloud-based, industry-designed software platform centralizes the Michigan supply chain network into a searchable scouting database and integrates with the national Manufacturers Marketplace. It allows buyers, manufacturers and suppliers to quickly post and respond to needs, visualize supply chain risk, search for qualified suppliers and discover new business opportunities.

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Industry 4.0 Partners in Michigan

LIFT

Operated by the American Lightweight Materials Manufacturing Innovation Institute (ALMMII), LIFT is nonprofit 501(c)3 public-private partnership between the U.S. Department of Defense, industry and academia, part of the national network of manufacturing innovation institutes, driving the U.S. mobility sector toward the future manufacturing revolution to support our nation’s economy and enhance our national security.

Automation Alley

Automation Alley is a World Economic Forum Advanced Manufacturing Hub (AMHUB) and a nonprofit Industry 4.0 knowledge center with a global outlook and a regional focus. Automation Alley facilitates public-private partnerships by connecting industry, education and government to fuel Michigan's economy and accelerate innovation. Automation Alley helps businesses by equipping them with the knowledge to leverage advanced technologies, systems and people to jumpstart and accelerate a digital path to success.

Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center

The Michigan Manufacturing Technology Center is an organization dedicated to supporting Michigan manufacturers to work smarter, to compete and to prosper. MMTC develops more effective business leaders, drives product and process innovation, assists with navigating through governmental and industry regulations, promotes company-wide operational excellence and fosters creative strategies for business growth and greater profitability.

Industry 4.0 Accelerator

The Industry 4.0 Accelerator is the first of its kind in the United States. Powered by Centrepolis at Lawrence Tech University and Lean Rocket Lab in Jackson, the accelerator globally crowd sources the best-in-class Industry 4.0 manufacturing efficiency technologies to participate and partner with Michigan-based manufacturing firms.

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MEDC Offers More Services to Help Your Business Grow

Access to Capital Providers

Using small amounts of public resources to generate private lender financing, the Capital Access program provides small businesses access to capital that might not otherwise be available.

Startup and Entrepreneurial Support

No other state in the nation provides the breadth and depth of entrepreneurial support to early-stage and emerging high-tech companies like Michigan.

Buyer and Supplier Matchmaking

With access to a vast and diverse supplier network, Pure Michigan Business Connect (PMBC) connects Michigan suppliers of goods and services with local, domestic and global buyers.

Mobility and Electrification Services

Programs and services are available to support global mobility and electrification companies, as well as grants for testing mobility technologies in Michigan and at our state-of-the-art testing facilities.

Export and International Trade Program

Financial assistance is offered to eligible businesses for exporting activities, helping companies access global markets and buyers.

Community Development

MEDC helps to create vibrant and sustainable places to live, work and play by providing economic development services and programs to Michigan communities.