Multiscale Systems

?? Worcester’s Innovation Scene is Thriving – Are You Ready to Explore It? Exciting news for Central Massachusetts: StartUp Week Worcester is coming to the city from April 8-10, 2025, presented by M&T Bank and hosted by Auxilium Worcester and the Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce. This multi-day event is a celebration of entrepreneurship and innovation, highlighting the dynamic ecosystem that makes Worcester a hub for startups and business growth. ?? Join the Innovation Crawl ?? One of the standout experiences is the Innovation Crawl on Tuesday, April 8, 2025 (8:30 AM – 5:00 PM). This guided tour takes you inside some of Worcester’s most cutting-edge companies and innovation hubs (including Multiscale Systems!). Crawl stops include: ?? Auxilium Worcester – Get an exclusive first look at this new startup hub designed to support entrepreneurs and foster collaboration. ?? Multiscale Systems – Explore game-changing lightweight, high-performance materials transforming industries like energy, aerospace, and defense. ?? Polar Beverages – Go behind the scenes at the state-of-the-art bottling facility of this iconic, family-owned brand. ?? Cogmedix – Discover how complex medical devices are developed and brought to market. ?? Worcester Polytechnic Institute Robotics – See the future of AI-driven robotics and autonomous systems in action. ?? Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives (MBI) – Get an inside look at Worcester’s premier life sciences incubator, where biotech startups are shaping the future. ?? Who should attend the Innovation Crawl? Entrepreneurs, innovators, investors, business leaders, students, educators, and anyone passionate about technology, manufacturing, and startup growth. ?? Cost: $50 per attendee (includes transportation and lunch). Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and experience the innovation shaping Central Massachusetts! ?? Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/eB2YEtwB

?Today: Getting Material Selection Right the First Time? Don't miss out on this in-person industry event hosted by FORGE and the Cambridge Polymer Group. Join Multiscale Systems CEO Jesse Silverberg as he discusses critical material selection for hardtech products with other panelists during this multi-faceted event. DETAILS - Event: Getting Material Selection Right the First Time - Date: February 26, 2025 (TODAY) - Time: 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm - Location: Cambridge Polymer Group, Inc. (Woburn, MA) - Cost: Free The event combines a thought-provoking panel discussion, a facility tour of Cambridge Polymer Group’s cutting-edge labs, and networking opportunities with innovators, suppliers, and industry leaders. Whether you’re refining a prototype or preparing for scale-up, this event will provide actionable takeaways and valuable connections. For more information and to register: https://lnkd.in/eZhw4VcA

Thermal management in molds is a critical challenge. Poor heat dissipation can lead to quality issues, inefficiencies, and higher costs. But advanced manufacturing is changing the game. Conformal cooling—a cutting-edge heat dissipation method—leverages hybrid manufacturing, which combines additive and subtractive processes in a single system. This innovation enhances product quality, boosts throughput, and improves operational efficiency for mold-reliant industries like blow molding, injection molding, and die casting. Learn how conformal cooling can transform your processes in the latest article from Hybrid CNC Parts, our precision manufacturing subsidiary.

?? Interested in manufacturing news and insights, but tired of boring newsletters? ?? Multiscale's manufacturing subsidiary, Hybrid CNC Parts, will be launching a newsletter this month called Fresh from the Forge. With commentary from our very own Art Evans regarding the goings-on in the world of manufacturing, it promises to be both informational and entertaining. ?? First issue goes out soon! Subscribe today: https://lnkd.in/ejxKFX6S

Feeling a bit spacey? ?? We're putting a spotlight on Multiscale's capabilities within the space, aviation, and defense sectors during a (virtual) panel presentation tomorrow, Tuesday October 22. Our fearless leader, Jesse Silverberg, will present to industry experts at Deep-Tech Showcase's "Space Showcase", Session 1 from 1-2 p.m. ET. (Deep-Tech Showcase is an active ecosystem that supports the growth and development of deep-tech & dual-use technologies. It's supported by Eagle Point Funding, grant consultants who assists companies in identifying federal funding opportunities and crafting winning grant proposals.) There are more sessions afterwards if you're interested - but register now so you don't miss out. Sign up here (it's free): https://lnkd.in/eENCBcvk

We went to Gillette Stadium yesterday and all we got was this award ↓↓↓ ??? Have you heard of the "Making it in Massachusetts” Manufacturing Award? It's presented by the Massachusetts Legislative Manufacturing Caucus and Multiscale is honored to be a 2024 recipient! ?? The award is given in recognition of outstanding leadership skills in the manufacturing industry. ?? This year’s awards were presented to over 50 manufacturers from an array of industries (including ice cream!??), selected by legislators from across the Commonwealth. ?? Multiscale Systems was nominated by David LeBoeuf, State Representative for the 17th Worcester District. ?? The 9th Annual Manufacturing Awards ceremony was held during this year's Manufacturing Mash-Up at Gillette Stadium on Sept. 25. ?? The Mash-Up is an annual event organized by the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative and offers a unique platform for industry professionals to collaborate and share insights. ? Read the full news story: https://lnkd.in/eyDYNzZc

If you've ever had to submit a proposal for government funding, you know how involved it is. Not only does it take time to research funding opportunities and to actually fill out the paperwork, but understanding the submission process is critical. ? We're definitely not new to world of SBIRs, having secured multiple from agencies such as the U.S. Department of Energy, NASA, NSF, and the U.S. Department of Defense. So we know a thing or two about federal funding #humblebrag. ? It’s precisely because we understand the impact of federal funding on our R&D that we've partnered with Eagle Point Funding to accelerate our efforts. ? Eagle Point Funding is a consulting firm specializing in the non-dilutive funding space. They have an in-depth knowledge of the federal system, its funding mechanisms, government trends, and agency interests. As a division of the FreeMind Group, Eagle Point Funding has helped collectively raise over $1.5 billion in awards to date. ? We look forward to working with them as we continue to develop essential engineering solutions utilizing advanced manufacturing methods and high-performance materials.

?? Multiscale Systems to Build New Facilities and Expand Advanced Manufacturing Capabilities with $1 Million Grant ?? ? Multiscale Systems has been awarded a Massachusetts Manufacturing Innovation Initiative (M2I2) grant to build a new facility in Worcester and to expand its manufacturing capacity with the acquisition of additional advanced equipment. ? The matching grant program through the Center for Advanced Manufacturing (CAM) at the Massachusetts Technology Collaborative is intended to help Massachusetts organizations transition their technologies to manufacturing by bridging the gap between innovation and commercialization. ? Christine Nolan, Director of CAM, announced the M2I2 grant awardees at a ceremony in Holyoke, MA on July 11. ? Multiscale Systems will use the $1,111,690 matching grant to build a dedicated advanced manufacturing facility in Worcester, MA, and to purchase new equipment that will expand the capacity of Multiscale’s rapidly growing manufacturing subsidiary, Hybrid CNC Parts, to provide additional custom and turnkey fabrication of innovations for advanced industries. ? Up to 10 jobs will be created using this grant investment. Multiscale will also be partnering with Quinsigamond Community College to create a registered apprenticeship program, and will engage with the Venture Forum’s entrepreneurship network. ? The equipment acquisition aligns with the temporary relocation of Hybrid CNC Parts to Multiscale Systems’ headquarters in Worcester, MA while the new facility is being developed. In addition to the expansion of its additive and hybrid manufacturing capabilities, the move allows for closer collaboration between Multiscale’s engineering and manufacturing teams, and will function as a hub for advanced manufacturing in the heart of the Commonwealth. ? ?? Read the full press release: https://lnkd.in/eQmH_RMR

? NEWS FLASH ? The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced Multiscale Systems as one of six finalists of the American-Made Challenge Heliostat Prize. Multiscale will now advance to the “Assess” contest phase where we will advance our thermoplastic composite heliostat components from proof of concept to a prototype. Finalists have been awarded $180,000 each to develop their prototypes. Multiscale’s innovation focuses on replacing steel components within heliostat structures. Steel is costly, heavy, requires specialized equipment and training to install or repair, can rust and corrode, and suffers from volatile pricing. For concentrated solar power systems to compete effectively against other thermal energy sources like natural gas, it needs to be more cost effective. Thermoplastic composite components offer a compelling solution to this critical challenge. In addition to being significantly lighter they are: ?? UV and corrosion resistant ?? Sustainable and recyclable ??? Easier to install/repair ??? Experience less fatigue from thermal cycling ?? Able to take advantage of domestic scaled manufacturing Read the full news story: https://lnkd.in/eHFkzQkM

? NEWS FLASH ? The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has announced Multiscale Systems as one of six finalists of the American-Made Challenge Heliostat Prize. Multiscale will now advance to the “Assess” contest phase where we will advance our thermoplastic composite heliostat components from proof of concept to a prototype. Finalists have been awarded $180,000 each to develop their prototypes. Multiscale’s innovation focuses on replacing steel components within heliostat structures. Steel is costly, heavy, requires specialized equipment and training to install or repair, can rust and corrode, and suffers from volatile pricing. For concentrated solar power systems to compete effectively against other thermal energy sources like natural gas, it needs to be more cost effective. Thermoplastic composite components offer a compelling solution to this critical challenge. In addition to being significantly lighter they are: ?? UV and corrosion resistant ?? Sustainable and recyclable ??? Easier to install/repair ??? Experience less fatigue from thermal cycling ?? Able to take advantage of domestic scaled manufacturing Read the full news story: https://lnkd.in/eHFkzQkM