Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center

What Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center does

Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC) is a publicly-funded, university-affiliated advanced manufacturing and workforce development center operating as a division of Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia. Founded in 1989 as the Robert C. Byrd Institute (RCBI) and rebranded to MAMC in 2023, the center maintains more than $24 million in shared manufacturing equipment — including CNC machining, additive manufacturing (FDM, polyjet, direct-metal laser sintering, stereolithography), reverse engineering, and metal fabrication capabilities — and has managed over $49 million in federal grants across its 36-year operating history. Services are delivered through the Huntington and South Charleston Advanced Manufacturing Technology Centers, with additional training locations in Point Pleasant and Charleston.

MAMC generates revenue through a hybrid model combining usage-based equipment leasing, professional-services training, and subscription memberships. Pricing tiers range from a $20/month Maker Vault membership to a $40/month assisted membership, with $3,950 one-time fees for the Manufacturing Fast Track program and free CNC Machining Bootcamps under the DoD's America's Cutting Edge initiative. The customer base spans Fortune 500 manufacturers (Toyota, Magna, Meggitt, IKO), mid-market firms (Crescent Manufacturing, Blenko Glass, Wilson Welding, Cyclops Industries), individual career-seekers, entrepreneurs, and K-12 students. MAMC has trained more than 27,000 individuals, achieved a 95% graduate placement rate, and operates a B2BWV marketplace with 1,000+ manufacturing members.

Strategic positioning is anchored by a July 2024 U.S. Department of Labor designation as the National Hub for Manufacturing Apprenticeships ($7.1M award), a 2024 $2.39M DOL Manufacturing, Aviation and Construction Skills Training grant, and partnerships with Mountwest and BridgeValley community colleges, Delta Tech Operations, ACE/DoD, SBA/PTAC, and the Appalachian Regional Commission. The center's go-to-market is sales-led direct outreach combined with B2B supply chain expos, the annual WV Makes Festival, STEM outreach, and content marketing. Outcomes-based metrics — 98% first-time certification pass rate and 90-95% job placement — underpin both learner recruitment and corporate engagement.

Name

Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center

Legal name

Marshall University Advanced Manufacturing Center

Website

https://mfg.marshall.edu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center is a Marshall University-affiliated, publicly-funded manufacturing center providing shared equipment access, CNC and additive manufacturing services, workforce training, apprenticeships, and prototyping to manufacturers, entrepreneurs, and individuals across West Virginia and the Tri-State region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Manufacturing Services and Workforce Development

NAICS

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing (33324), Machinery Manufacturing (333)

SIC

Special Industry Machinery, Nec (3559)

akta.pro primary industry

CNC Machining & Programming (EDAOAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Motion & Machine Control (CNC, Robotics Controllers, Servo/Motion Controllers) (IMAGABAG)

Keywords

• Advanced manufacturing services
• Workforce training programs
• Manufacturing apprenticeships
• CNC machining services
• Quality management certification

Headquarters

HQ city

Huntington

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Shared Manufacturing/Equipment Leasing: Hourly fee-based access to state-of-the-market equipment for manufacturers, innovators and makers. Clients supply raw materials and operators while MAMC provides expertise and equipment.
2. Career Skills Training Programs: Hands-on training in machining, welding, and SMART technology leading to nationally recognized certifications and college degrees. Programs include Machinist Technology/CNC (NIMS recognized) and Welding Technology (AWS standards).
3. Apprenticeship Works Program: Nationally recognized apprenticeship program working with manufacturers to develop registered apprenticeship programs with national sponsorship reducing administrative workload.
4. Customized Training: Short-term training customized to company needs including Manufacturing Fast Track Program ($3,950), on-site training, and specialized welding workforce initiatives.
5. Early Stage Funding: Seed funding for entrepreneurs and small business owners supporting design engineering, prototype development, quality management, and advanced technology training.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Marshall Advanced Manufacturing Center (MAMC) is a Marshall University-affiliated center providing shared access to advanced manufacturing equipment (CNC machining, 3D printing, metal fabrication), workforce training and apprenticeship programs, quality management certification assistance, prototyping and design services, and a B2B marketplace connecting manufacturers. It serves manufacturers of all sizes, individuals seeking manufacturing careers, and entrepreneurs across West Virginia and the Tri-State region.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Apprenticeship Works: A nationally recognized apprenticeship program that works with manufacturers to develop registered apprenticeship programs, designated by the U.S. Department of Labor as a national program.
• Maker Vault
• B2BWV (Business-to-Business Marketplace)
• Center for Innovation
• Design Works Labs

Products and services

• Shared Manufacturing Services Hourly fee-based access to state-of-the-market advanced manufacturing equipment for manufacturers, innovators, and makers. Clients supply raw materials and operators while MAMC provides expertise and equipment including CNC machining, 3D printing, metal fabrication, and reverse engineering.
• Career Skills Training Programs Credentialed training in Machinist Technology/CNC, Welding Technology, and SMART (automation) programs leading to nationally recognized certifications (NIMS, AWS) and associate degrees. Designed for individuals pursuing manufacturing careers.
• Apprenticeship Works Program Nationally recognized apprenticeship program that works with manufacturers to develop DOL-registered apprenticeship programs. MAMC serves as National Hub for Manufacturing Apprenticeships with $7M+ in DOL funding and provides national sponsorship reducing administrative workload for manufacturers.
• Quality Management Systems Implementation Step-by-step consulting assistance achieving certification in ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 17025, ISO 13485, and Military/DoD Standards. Helps manufacturers win contracts through certification.
• Customized Training Short-term training customized to company needs including the Manufacturing Fast Track Program ($3,950), on-site training, and specialized welding workforce initiatives delivered at customer locations.
• B2BWV Marketplace Online clearinghouse connecting manufacturers across West Virginia and the Tri-State region to facilitate supply chain connections, contract opportunities, equipment sharing, and job postings. Has more than 1,000 members.
• Maker Vault Membership Community makerspace providing access to high-end professional equipment including 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, and workspace. Two membership tiers: Standard ($20/month) and Assisted ($40/month with up to one hour of direct assistance or machine training).
• Center for Innovation Affordable access to 3D printing and production services, design software, and expertise for industry clients and entrepreneurs. Supports prototyping, design engineering, quality management, and advanced technology training for early-stage businesses.
• Design Works Labs Design assistance, prototyping, and reverse engineering services using tools such as MasterCam and SolidWorks. Helps bridge gaps in supply chains or modify obsolete parts for continued productivity.
• CNC Machining Bootcamps Free CNC machining bootcamp combining self-paced online learning (6 hours) with one week of in-person hands-on instruction. Part of America's Cutting Edge (ACE) initiative backed by the U.S. Department of Defense.

Quantifiable outcome

• 324 companies served in one year
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers11 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, core and minor.

• U.S. Department of LaborflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerMAMC designated as National Hub for Manufacturing Apprenticeships with $7,103,847 grant to develop and accelerate implementation of manufacturing apprenticeship programs nationwide. Apprenticeship Works provides national sponsorship reducing administrative workload for participating manufacturers.
• Mountwest Community and Technical CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree programs in Machinist Technology/CNC, Welding Technology, and SMART. Students can earn certificates and associate degrees through the partnership.
• BridgeValley Community and Technical CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree programs in Machinist Technology/CNC. Students can earn certificate and associate degrees.
• America's Cutting Edge (ACE) / U.S. Department of DefensecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMAMC is part of national initiative to restore prominence of U.S. machine tools sector. ACE is a DoD-funded initiative providing free CNC Machining Bootcamps.
• West Virginia Development OfficecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartners with WV Development Office and Advantage Valley to host supply chain expos matching large companies with smaller businesses.
• U.S. Small Business Administration / PTACcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorks with SBA Regional Contracting Assistance Center and procurement officers for military and government agencies to help with government contracting navigation.
• West Virginia Department of EducationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide partnership to create pre-apprenticeship opportunities for high school students in career and technical education programs, enabling them to earn credit toward DOL registered apprenticeships.
• Delta Tech Operations / Delta Air LinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDelta designated MAMC/Mountwest Aviation Maintenance Technology Program as partner educational institution for training aviation maintenance technicians.
• Appalachian Regional CommissioncoreFunding partner for SMART program development along with Claude Worthington Benedum Foundation and Just Transition Fund.
• National Composites InstituteminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in ACENet project sponsored by U.S. Department of Defense to promote innovation and training in machine tools sector.
• Tooling-U SMEminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with leading developer of online manufacturing-based training material providing 500+ courses at discounted rates.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Catalyst Connection: Pittsburgh-based Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) center serving southwestern Pennsylvania manufacturers with workforce training, quality systems, and shared manufacturing services — a near-identical operating model to MAMC for a different state's industrial base.
• CMTC (California Manufacturing Technology Consulting): California's MEP-affiliated nonprofit providing manufacturing technology consulting, training, and workforce development services — operates on the same MEP federal/state funding model and serves a similar mix of small-to-mid manufacturers.
• Ohio MEP (Ohio Manufacturing Extension Partnership): Statewide MEP network serving Ohio manufacturers — same MEP federal funding model, similar workforce/quality/shared-manufacturing service mix, and a Tri-State neighbor to MAMC's West Virginia footprint.
• MAGNET (Cleveland Manufacturing Advocacy and Growth Network): Northeast Ohio MEP and workforce innovation center offering manufacturing consulting, training, and Industry 4.0 services. Comparable to MAMC in combining training, technology adoption, and B2B supply chain connections for regional manufacturers.
• TMAC (Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center): University-affiliated MEP center (UT-Arlington) providing manufacturing consulting, training, and quality services to Texas manufacturers. Closely mirrors MAMC's structure as a university-hosted manufacturing assistance center with federal/state funding.

Broad incumbents

• America Makes (National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute): Youngstown, Ohio-based public-private partnership for additive manufacturing. MAMC participates in the related ACE/DoD initiative; America Makes is the broader federally-backed national ecosystem for the same additive manufacturing and machine tools focus.
• Tooling-U SME (Society of Manufacturing Engineers): Largest online manufacturing training content provider (500+ courses), and an existing MAMC partner at discounted rates. Competes with and complements MAMC's manufacturing training programs through a much broader digital catalog.

Others

• NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills): The credentialing body whose NIMS-recognized certifications underpin MAMC's Machinist Technology/CNC program. An enabling/standards organization rather than a direct competitor, but central to MAMC's apprenticeship value proposition.

Regional players

• BridgeValley Community and Technical College: Active MAMC academic partner offering Machinist Technology/CNC A.A.S. degrees in West Virginia. Comparable to Mountwest as a community-college-based CNC/welding credential provider with overlapping student populations and curriculum.

Emerging players

• NextWave CNC Training / American Precision CNC: Private-sector CNC machining bootcamp operator focused on rapid workforce entry — a commercial alternative to MAMC's DOL-funded bootcamps (ACE) targeting the same machinist shortage and reshoring demand.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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