Tri-Cities Tech Business Update
New small business stimulus program
The Washington Technology Center has launched the Microfabrication Laboratory Access Program, a new stimulus program that will award short-term, no-cost access to sophisticated fabrication equipment to help small companies in Washington develop innovative commercial technologies that will create jobs. The Center will accept proposals from companies with fewer than 100 employees in any technical area or industry that can utilize the facilities and equipment of the center's 15,000-square-foot Microfabrication Laboratory. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to: proof of concept, prototyping, testing, process development, and small-scale production. Proposals selected for awards will need to show clear potential for economic impact and a well-defined work plan. Proposals will be accepted on an ongoing basis; however, since the award program is focused on companies that have an immediate need for laboratory facilities, lab access projects will be limited to a maximum of three consecutive months. More information.
