NERIC - how we can work with you

NERIC is a beacon for the university’s robotics and automation specialisms, with a £16 million facility, which has been part funded by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and Research England (RE). Serving as a hub for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to design, test and validate innovation in a rapidly growing area.

The centre offers SMEs a one-stop shop for developing and applying robotics and automation alongside other innovative digital technologies in their business. NERIC also offers SMEs access to a purpose-built facility, specialist equipment and innovation support services that support new and, improved applications and products to be taken forward.

NERIC’s focus key areas include robotics for intelligent infrastructure, digital automation, and supply chain improvement. Working across a range of sectors including robotics and automation, the requirements of net zero, healthcare technologies, vehicle automation and the development of smart cities. In line with the university’s commitment to reducing carbon emissions, NERIC is an all-electric building.

Get in touch

If you’ve ever wondered ‘What’s possible?’ in manufacturing, contact the North England Robotics Innovation Centre (NERIC) neric@salford.ac.uk.