Manufacturing

Supporting your Manufacturing business

Research and Development in Manufacturing

Typical Qualifying R&D Activities

Innovating new manufacturing processes or significantly improving existing ones to enhance production efficiency, quality, or flexibility. This includes advancements in automation, precision manufacturing, and additive manufacturing (3D printing).

Implementing eco-friendly production methods that reduce environmental impact, such as minimising waste, reducing energy consumption, or using sustainable materials. Projects may also involve the development of recycling or waste reduction processes.

Researching and creating new materials or enhancing existing ones to improve product performance, such as developing stronger, lighter, or more durable materials. This can include work on composites, nanomaterials, or biodegradable alternatives.

Designing and prototyping new products or significantly improving existing ones. This involves addressing technical challenges, optimising design for manufacturability, or integrating advanced functionalities.

Developing and implementing technologies to streamline production processes, such as advanced robotics, real-time monitoring systems, or automated quality control systems. This also includes projects aimed at reducing downtime and increasing throughput.

Integrating digital technologies like IoT, AI, and machine learning into manufacturing processes to enable smart factories. This includes developing systems for predictive maintenance, real-time data analytics, and digital twins.

Creating and testing prototypes to validate design concepts and performance under various conditions. This can involve the use of advanced simulation tools, rapid prototyping, or iterative testing and refinement processes.

Enhancing supply chain processes through innovations in logistics, inventory management, or sourcing. This could involve developing new tracking technologies, optimising supply routes, or creating more efficient distribution systems.

Developing advanced techniques for quality assurance and control to ensure consistent product quality and compliance with standards. This can include creating automated inspection systems or new methodologies for detecting defects.

Innovating in energy use and management to reduce operational costs and environmental impact. Projects may involve developing energy-efficient machinery, integrating renewable energy sources, or creating systems for energy monitoring and optimization.

Designing and fabricating specialised tools or equipment tailored to unique manufacturing needs. This can enhance production capabilities, improve precision, or enable the manufacture of complex components.

How Can Walmer Help

  • R&D Tax Relief

    Research & Development Tax Reliefs support companies that carry out innovative projects or develop solutions to challenges faced in their industry.

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  • Grants

    Grants are funds made available by private or public bodies such as UKRI to help finance innovative projects at various stages of R&D

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  • Financing Solutions

    R&D Advance Loans are an alternative financing option that enables companies to receive their pending R&D Tax Relief benefit in advance

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  • Investor Relations

    By having a deep insight of our clients’ business through our R&D & Grants consulting services as well as the finance product, combined with a wide array of corporate partnerships, we are able to assist clients with capital introductions to investors most relevant to them.

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  • R&D Tax Relief

    Research & Development Tax Reliefs support companies that carry out innovative projects or develop solutions to challenges faced in their industry.

    Click to find out more

  • Grants

    Grants are funds made available by private or public bodies such as UKRI to help finance innovative projects at various stages of R&D

    Click to find out more

  • Financing Solutions

    R&D Advance Loans are an alternative financing option that enables companies to receive their pending R&D Tax Relief benefit in advance

    Click to find out more

  • Investor Relations

    By having a deep insight of our clients’ business through our R&D & Grants consulting services as well as the finance product, combined with a wide array of corporate partnerships, we are able to assist clients with capital introductions to investors most relevant to them.

    Click to find out more

Manufacturing Case Study

Client Information

  • Client Name

    Marian and Tony Baines

  • Company Name

    SAMM Engineering Ltd

  • Industry

    Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Client Testimonial

“This is the first year we have collaborated with Walmer Group and it won’t be the last! Throughout the whole process we felt fully supported by the professionalism of the staff at Walmer. From the beginning of the claim process their industry expertise was evident. They very quickly gained understanding of our business and the technical aspects of the projects we put forward. They took the complexity out of the area of R&D tax claim credits and used a true ‘partnership’ approach. Every member of staff we spoke to was incredibly knowledgeable, professional, and approachable. I would highly recommend Walmer Group to anyone who is looking to take advantage of HMRC’s R&D Tax Credits. We look forward to working with them again.”