Scaling Clean Energy: Manufacturo Platform Powers Antora’s Thermal Battery Production

Silicon Valley, CA – November 11, 2025 – In a move signaling the growing need for agile manufacturing in the clean tech space, Antora Energy, a leader in thermal energy storage, has announced a partnership with Manufacturo, a cloud-based manufacturing execution system (MES) provider. The collaboration aims to scale Antora’s production of its innovative thermal batteries, designed to deliver clean, on-demand heat for industrial processes and decarbonize critical sectors.

The partnership comes at a pivotal moment. With increasing pressure to transition towards sustainable energy sources, companies like Antora are at the forefront of developing technologies that can bridge the gap between intermittent renewables and reliable energy access. However, transitioning from prototype to mass production presents significant manufacturing challenges, requiring robust systems for quality control, traceability, and scalability.

“Scaling a complex product like thermal batteries requires a manufacturing partner that understands our unique needs,” said a source familiar with the project. “We needed a platform that could adapt to our evolving processes and ensure consistent product quality as we ramped up production.”

Addressing the Demand for Scalable Clean Tech Manufacturing

The thermal energy storage (TES) market is experiencing rapid growth, projected to reach over $102.6 billion by 2034, driven by the demand for renewable energy integration and industrial decarbonization. Antora’s technology focuses on storing excess renewable energy as heat, offering a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to fossil fuels for applications like industrial heating and steam generation.

However, manufacturing these batteries—which involve intricate assembly of specialized materials and rigorous quality control—requires a sophisticated system that can manage complexity and ensure consistency. This is where Manufacturo comes in.

A Modern MES for Complex Manufacturing

Manufacturo offers an all-in-one cloud-based platform that integrates MES, QMS (Quality Management System), WMS (Warehouse Management System), and maintenance management. The platform is designed to provide real-time data, full traceability, and a streamlined workflow, particularly well-suited for companies in the New Space, aerospace, and advanced manufacturing sectors.

“Traditional MES solutions are often rigid and difficult to adapt to rapidly changing environments,” explains an industry analyst. “Cloud-native platforms like Manufacturo offer the flexibility and scalability that innovative companies like Antora need to accelerate their time to market.”

Phased Implementation and Integration with Existing Systems

Antora and Manufacturo have adopted a phased implementation approach, prioritizing quick wins and seamless integration with existing systems. This modular approach allows Antora to gradually roll out the platform across its manufacturing operations, minimizing disruption and maximizing efficiency.

According to a source close to the project, Manufacturo’s “API-first” design has been crucial in facilitating integration with Antora’s existing ERP and data analytics tools. This allows for a unified data chain, providing real-time visibility into all aspects of the manufacturing process.

Addressing the Challenges of Complex Manufacturing

The collaboration between Antora and Manufacturo exemplifies a broader trend in the manufacturing sector: the need for solutions that can address the challenges of complex, high-tech manufacturing.

“Manufacturing innovative products like thermal batteries is significantly more complex than assembling standardized parts,” says an industry expert. “You need robust systems for managing materials, tracking processes, ensuring quality, and maintaining traceability—all while adapting to continuous improvement and design changes.”

Manufacturo’s integrated quality management system, with its embedded nonconformance and CAPA modules, is particularly valuable in this regard. This allows Antora to identify and address potential quality issues proactively, ensuring consistent product quality and minimizing defects.

Manufacturo’s Growing Presence in Advanced Manufacturing

Antora is not the first company to recognize the benefits of Manufacturo’s platform. The company’s growing customer base includes several other innovative companies in advanced manufacturing, such as Relativity Space, Mynaric, and Divergent Technologies.

“Manufacturo is gaining traction in the advanced manufacturing space because it offers a compelling combination of functionality, flexibility, and scalability,” says an industry analyst. “They are catering to a segment of the market that is underserved by traditional MES providers.”

The company’s focus on cloud-native architecture and integrated quality management aligns well with the needs of companies that are pushing the boundaries of innovation.

The Future of Clean Tech Manufacturing

The partnership between Antora and Manufacturo underscores the critical role of advanced manufacturing in enabling the transition to a sustainable energy future. As demand for clean energy technologies continues to grow, companies will need to embrace innovative manufacturing solutions that can help them scale production, improve quality, and reduce costs.

“The ability to manufacture complex products efficiently and reliably will be a key differentiator in the clean tech sector,” says an industry expert. “Companies that invest in advanced manufacturing solutions will be well-positioned to succeed in the years to come.”

The collaboration between Antora and Manufacturo serves as a model for other companies in the clean tech space, demonstrating the power of collaboration and innovation in driving the transition to a sustainable future. By embracing advanced manufacturing solutions, companies can unlock their full potential and accelerate the development of clean energy technologies that will benefit generations to come.