Centrepolis Accelerator

www.centrepolisaccelerator.com

Centrepolis Accelerator focuses exclusively on hardware innovation, including physical products, advanced materials, and manufacturing technologies. They serve hardtech startups and small to medium-sized manufacturers across Southeast Michigan, with specialized programs in cleantech, defense applications, Industry 4.0, and circular economy solutions.

Check Size

Up to $250K

Stages

Pre Seed, Seed, Series A, Growth

Focus Areas

Hardware, Manufacturing, Industrials

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Investment Thesis

Centrepolis Accelerator is committed to strengthening supply chain resiliency and driving economic growth through hardware innovation. They believe in a practical, hands-on approach to supporting hardtech startups and manufacturers by providing critical product development services as a cost-effective alternative to traditional engineering firms, with a focus on building durable, reliable, and manufacturable products at the right price point.

What Sets Them Apart

Only state incubator program solely focused on developing 'hardware' technologies
Embeds Experts-in-Residence (EiRs) directly into companies for hands-on guidance and engineering work
Follows a strict product development and manufacturing regiment to ensure manufacturability and cost optimization
Provides direct product development services as a cost-effective alternative to traditional engineering firms
Extensive network of 40+ specialized experts across multiple disciplines (cleantech, defense, manufacturing, business strategy)
Focus on supply chain resiliency and domestic manufacturing
Access to state-of-the-art 6,200 square foot facility with manufacturing technology lab