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Please complete our online enquiry form, and a member of the team will respond as soon as possible. Alternatively, contact our Bristol office directly:

• EmailRIFBristol@rifbristol.com
• Phone+44 (0)117 32 83296

The Robotics Innovation Facility at Bristol Robotics Laboratory acts as a bridge between academic research and the organisations that put robotic technology to work. Rather than keeping findings locked inside the university, the facility places researchers alongside engineers, manufacturers and service providers, so emerging ideas are tested against real operational problems and practical requirements from industry.

Equipped with a range of robots, vision systems and other items of automation, the facility offers an environment where teams can evaluate capabilities hands-on and build confidence before committing to investment. Visitors can work through scenarios that reflect genuine challenges in advanced manufacturing, mechatronics, electronics and mechanical engineering, gaining a clear understanding of what is achievable today and where further development is needed.

The services described span robotics training, automation consultancy, prototyping and innovation validation, together with product development support tailored to individual needs. Whether a project is at an early concept stage or ready for refinement, the team helps clients overcome technical hurdles, stand confidently against competitors and reach their goals using robotics, automation and advanced technology that has been proven in a working laboratory setting.

Start-ups, private companies and public sector organisations from across a wide range of sectors are welcome to get in touch with the facility, and enquiries can be arranged through an online form or by contacting the Bristol office directly. The team includes experienced engineers and researchers who are passionate about supporting organisations on their technology journey and delivering solutions that make a measurable difference.