SwRI: Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center Services

The Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (TMAC) is a program that delivers training and hands-on technical assistance to businesses in the state of Texas. TMAC manufacturing professionals are based in 13 different locations across Texas. At Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) in San Antonio, Texas, a facility is set up to serve as the state's South Central field office.

Mission Statement

TMAC works to increase the global competitiveness of the Texas economy by working to grow the extended manufacturing enterprise.

Products, Services, and Value-Added Assistance

TMAC offers many affordable services as well as hands-on assistance to small- to mid-sized Texas manufacturers, government offices, and the healthcare industry. These services strengthen businesses and make them more competitive by:

• Increasing profits

• Improving product quality

• Developing superior staff performance and productivity

• Reducing overall operating costs

Services offered by TMAC are designed to add skills to the workforce, develop in-house expertise, and facilitate communication between management and the front line. Read more about TMAC products and services.

Economy, Energy, and Environment (E3)

E3 is a coordinated federal and local technical assistance initiative designed to help manufacturers adapt and thrive in a new business era focused on sustainability. E3 is currently completing two pilot projects: one in Columbus, Ohio, and one in San Antonio, Texas. Read more about San Antonio's role in industrial energy efficiency.

What's in it for You?

Do you want to grow your business? Do you want customized solutions instead of a to-do list? Do you want to develop in-house expertise? Companies that use TMAC's services have more choices, make smarter decisions, and experience an annual average 10%+ growth rate. Read more.

For more information about manufacturing assistance, research, or project requirements capabilities at TMAC or SwRI or how you can contract with SwRI, please contact Bill Rafferty at wrafferty@swri.org or (210) 522-5865.