Services
The UTPA Rapid Response Manufacturing Center is the link to the NAAMREI service network.
Premier Research, Development and Demonstration Services
As part of its focus on developing world-class and rapid response advanced manufacturing capabilities, initiative partners have invested in a variety of applied research, development and demonstration programs and services through The University of Texas-Pan American’s Rapid Response Manufacturing Center. RD&D capabilities are already available to help companies plan, design and prototype the products of tomorrow today.
As part of the UTPA Rapid Response Manufacturing Center’s focus on next-generation products and services, businesses and start-ups have access to:
- Planning and prototyping services
- Sharing of new technology resources
- Involvement in strategic planning for technology innovation and education road maps
- Participation in RD&D seminars and conferences
- Access to the 280-acre North American Research and Education World Premier Park
- Technology development assistance
- Participation in Advanced Education Programs
Creating a World-Class Talent Workforce Pool
NAAMREI brings together diverse education partners from across the Rio South Texas Region to develop and recruit the skilled talent needed to grow an advanced manufacturing infrastructure. With access to a wide network of educational facilities and programs and customized training programs, businesses can be sure that the Rio South Texas Region will be the first and only sustainable provider of rapid response manufacturing anywhere in the world.
Businesses have access to talent and talent development through the UTPA Rapid Response Manufacturing Center’s education partners:
- Universities
- Community College Advanced Manufacturing Institutes
- Region One ESC T-STEM Center
Entrepreneurship Support
Advanced manufacturing has been identified by the Office of the Governor of the State of Texas and the U.S. Department of Labor as one of the leading economic growth engines for the state and national economies. Therefore, NAAMREI is focused on creating a climate of innovation and entrepreneurship that will support technological innovation in manufacturing for years to come. NAAMREI’s goal is to solidify and maintain the Rio South Texas Region’s position as the leader in advanced manufacturing solutions.
Through the UTPA Rapid Response Manufacturing Center’s business, government and economic development partners, companies and individuals interested in entrepreneurship have access to:
- Business planning services
- Economic incentive packages
- Educational programs and workshops
- Entrepreneurial education
- Grant development assistance
Incubation Resources
NAAMREI provides the information, education, advocacy and networking resources to help early-stage companies grow and succeed in the Rio South Texas Region.
Through the UTPA Rapid Response Manufacturing Center’s extensive partner network and strategic geographic location, early-stage companies have access to:
- Angel investor, venture capital and private investor networks
- Government relations
- Grant funding for employee training
- Incubation space
- Lower costs of living and trading
- North American gateway to Mexico, Central America, South American and Canada
- Strategic planning services