The Technology Station for Materials and Processing Technologies (TSMPT) forms part of the VUT’s Technology Transfer and Innovation Directorate. As such, it is supported by an Enterprise Development Unit (EDU); Iscor Innovation Centre (IIC), Engineering Manufacturing Centre (EMC) and Institute for Chemical and Biotechnology.

TSMPT assists SME manufacturers of metal-based products and composite-based products to not only improve their products, but their product knowledge, processes, process knowledge and skills. VUT assists and guides potential clients with viable and marketable products and ideas. This support extends to the acquisition of potential funding through various institutions.