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MAKE
MPI provides a one-stop solution to help you move quickly on your parts needs by specializing in CAD design, laser scanning, and 3D printing. Over 100 different materials are available, from clear to opaque and rigid to flexible. Whether you have just the beginnings of an idea or need to duplicate an existing product, our polymer expertise and 3D printing capabilities can deliver products quickly.
We work closely with entrepreneurs and established companies to transform innovative ideas into commercially viable products. Our additive manufacturing capabilities, including industrial-grade 3D printing and design-for-manufacture consultation, accelerate development through prototyping, tooling, and functional part production. We provide guidance on material selection, CAD optimization, and product design to ensure performance, cost, and regulatory goals are met. From concept validation to launch, we help reduce iteration cycles and bring products to market faster.
Process Development
At MPI, we help clients develop scalable, cost-effective production processes that improve performance, quality, and efficiency. Our team designs workflows optimized for material use, energy, and throughput, and supports scale-up or troubleshooting to prepare operations for commercialization. Startups and established companies alike often ask: Is this better suited for single- or twin-screw extrusion? Will a simple mixing tank work, or are added controls needed? How do I scale from lab batches to 50 gallons? What can fix a new defect in my commercial line?
TEST
​MPI offers impartial, full service, third-party testing services backed by ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Cert #3476.01 accreditation for troubleshooting, quality assurance, method development, and other investigatory determinations. MPI’s robust analytical capabilities, cutting-edge instrumentation, and expert quality management system deliver test results with confidence. Areas of expertise include standardized tests, physical, mechanical, analytical, thermal, accelerated degradation, specialized and custom testing. MPI can assist with issues stemming from raw materials, processing, damage, failures and beyond. Our services are customizable to fit your needs.
Testing
MPI’s ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Cert #3476.01 accredited lab delivers precise, reliable testing to support material selection, product validation, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance. We offer mechanical, thermal, chemical, and optical analysis of polymers, composites, and coatings. Our services help identify performance benchmarks, troubleshoot failures, and support claims for durability, safety, and environmental resilience. Whether you’re launching a new product or improving an existing one, our lab services provide data-driven insights you can trust.
Manufacturing Troubleshooting
Our team provides targeted problem-solving support for manufacturers facing challenges in product consistency, yield, or system performance. Using root cause analysis, material testing, and process diagnostics, we identify issues in production and recommend actionable improvements. MPI’s experience across a range of polymer applications allows us to quickly assess problems and implement efficient solutions. We work on-site or remotely to reduce downtime, cut waste, and enhance product quality.
Assessments
We help companies embed sustainability into their core operations through data-driven evaluations and market research. Our Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) provide a comprehensive view of a product’s environmental footprint, from raw materials to end-of-life. We also offer carbon footprinting services, helping clients measure emissions, identify reduction strategies, and meet ESG goals. Additionally, our competitive market assessments deliver insights on trends, consumer expectations, and positioning to help clients grow sustainably in a rapidly evolving marketplace.
MPI has been an active workforce development partner since 1993, training thousands of employees for hundreds of Mississippi companies. We are committed to providing your employees with the critical knowledge, skills, and abilities for your company to compete globally.
MPI’s workforce development programs are specifically designed for improved profitability for your corporation. These short courses are developed to provide an operational edge that allows your company to compete globally. The workforce development training is tailored to your specific needs. The training can be conducted on or off site.
National Certification in Plastics Training
This series is designed to prepare the individual for the NCP exam in injection molding, extrusion, and blow molding and for efficient and safe operation of process machinery. Along either side plastic processing content, the courses cover SPC, and safety procedures. The courses are given from 8 am to 5 pm in a classroom setting with a course facilitator. At the end of the training, an NCP practice exam will be given to measure the participants' readiness to take the NCP exam.
Sustainability Training
MPI advances sustainability by offering training programs that help companies integrate environmentally responsible practices into daily operations. We partner with businesses, educators, and community leaders to drive waste reduction, energy efficiency, and sustainable product development. Our approach emphasizes practical, hands-on strategies that align with industry needs, helping organizations stay competitive while contributing to a cleaner, more resilient future.
​Entrepreneur
Training
MPI supports entrepreneurial growth with programs that address the full range of business development needs. Early-stage founders gain guidance on essentials such as funding strategies and marketing, while advanced ventures access specialized resources in areas like venture capital, investment readiness, and scaling. By tailoring support to each stage of the entrepreneurial journey, MPI equips businesses with the tools to grow sustainably and strengthen Mississippi’s innovation ecosystem.
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