Solve most costly
manufacturing problems
fast - in days, not months.
Built to help small and medium-sized manufacturers to close knowledge gaps, solve problems faster, and achieve critical goals across every stage of the manufacturing process.
Expert-led manufacturing outcomes, accelerated by AI.
TRUSTED BY small and medium-sized manufacturers
One platform. Endless possibilities.
Find expert support, improve daily operations, and build visibility all in one connected manufacturing ecosystem.
Get the Right Manufacturing Expertise Right When You Need It
Bring in the right expertise to close critical gaps, solve urgent problems, support complex projects, and scale your team’s capacity—without adding another full-time role.
Simple tools. Powerful results.
One connected workspace.
Organize files, catalogs, tasks, maintenance, and follow-ups in one place — so your team can find information faster and work with less friction.
Help Manufacturing Buyers Understand, Trust & Choose You Faster.
Showcase your capabilities, products, services, and technical strengths — so the right customers and partners can find you and engage with confidence.
Customer Portal Overview
The Helios Customer Portal gives manufacturers one place to discover experts, launch work, and manage projects, files, communication, and payments.
Discover Expertise
Find experts, packaged services, opportunities, and trusted manufacturing resources.
Start Work Faster
Choose the right way to engage experts, from packaged services to custom work.
Access Everyday Tools
Use Catalogs, Helios Drive, Bookmarks, and Global Search to stay organized.
Manage Everything Together
Track projects, messages, tasks, files, milestones, and payments in one workspace.
Find the Right Manufacturing Expertise & Hire the Way You Need.
Find qualified experts and choose the engagement option that fits your scope, urgency, and complexity: expert services, custom gigs, or quick tasks.
Three Flexible Ways to Hire
Hire ready-made Expert Services with upfront pricing, post a Gig for custom scopes and proposals, or launch a Quick Task for fast, lightweight help.
Watch video
Finding MFG Experts
Search by skills, services, industries, and availability. Review expert profiles and credentials, then save, message, and invite experts to projects.
Watch video
Hire Expert Services
Choose ready-made expert services with clear scope, pricing, and deliverables—so you can start quickly and expand as needed.
Watch video
Post Custom Gigs
Post custom gigs with clear requirements, outcomes, and timelines—then compare tailored proposals and choose the right expert.
Watch video
Launch Quick Tasks
When you need fast, focused help, get quick responses from experts with easy setup. Track progress and get work done.
Watch video
How Hiring Work
From quick questions to complex projects, get the right manufacturing expertise in three simple steps — with transparent pricing and secure payments.
Choose how to get help
Post a gig, create a quick task, or browse ready-to-hire expert services.
Sign up for free →
Compare proposals and hire
Screen, interview, or book a consult with an expert before hiring.
Pay when work is received
Track progress. Release payments after approving work, by milestone or weekly completion.
View pricing →What is it really costing you?
Lost every week you wait
$7,000
per week
Gain left on the table
$4,615
per week
Estimates only. Actual impact depends on your operation, scope, and execution.
Solve Manufacturing Challenges
With the Right Expertise
Find the specialized expertise your team needs at every stage of manufacturing—from design and production to automation, quality, supply chain, workforce, maintenance, and growth.
- OEE & throughput improvement
- Lean & Six Sigma
- Bottleneck analysis
- Process standardization
- Yield & scrap reduction
- More…
- CAD modeling & design review
- Design for manufacturability
- Prototyping & validation
- Reverse engineering
- Material & process selection
- More…
- Automation integration
- Robotics setup
- IoT & data collection
- MES/ERP improvement
- Smart manufacturing roadmap
- More…
- Quality systems (ISO/IATF)
- Root cause & corrective action
- Inspection & SPC
- Audit preparation
- Regulatory compliance
- More…
- Supplier sourcing & qualification
- Inventory optimization
- Cost reduction
- Logistics & lead time
- Procurement strategy
- More…
- Operator & technician training
- Standard work & SOPs
- Skills matrix development
- Mentoring & coaching
- Knowledge documentation
- More…
- Preventive maintenance programs
- Reliability & TPM
- Facility & utilities support
- Safety & OSHA compliance
- Downtime reduction
- More…
- New product introduction
- Market & feasibility analysis
- Capacity expansion planning
- Go-to-market strategy
- Partnership development
- More…
Simple Tools. Powerful Results. Digitize & Track Day-to-Day Operations
Digitize and track day-to-day operations — organize work, improve consistency, and build better daily habits without adding more disconnected subscriptions.
PDF Tooling Catalogs
- Search thousands of tooling catalogs
- Browse catalogs by hundreds of brands
- Add notes & annotations for reference
- Generate custom PDFs for easy sharing
Watch video
Smart Bookmarks
- Bookmark catalog pages and files
- Organize bookmarks by collections
- Easily share bookmarks & collections
- Generate PDFs from bookmarks
Watch video
Secure Helios Drive
- Securely upload, store, and organize files
- Private access or team sharing
- Preview 3D files with built-in viewer
- Get more storage anytime when needed
Watch video
Equipment Upkeep
- Replace paper with searchable records
- Track maintenance activities or checklists
- Store notes or files for quick access
- View complete history for reference
Watch video
Activity Kanban Board
- Create and track operational tasks
- Assign work, add notes & track progress
- Organize tasks by project & equipment
- Keep team aligned and accountable
Watch video
Instant Global Search
- Find what you need instantly
- Search across everything in workspace
- Use filters to quickly narrow down
- AI-powered search coming soon
Watch video
Are you a manufacturing expert? Unlock new opportunities
Build Your Presence
& Grow Your Network
Turn your company listing into a professional manufacturing profile and connect with suppliers, partners, and customers across industries.
Claim Your Business ProfileCreate Business Profile
- Build a profile that highlights capabilities and certifications
- List your services, products, training, and support offerings
- Showcase photos, case studies, and real project examples
- Publish a verified profile customers can find and trust
Publish in Business Directory & Web
- Search businesses by capability, industry, location, and standards
- View equipment, certifications, offerings, and contact details
- Save businesses as partners, suppliers, or customer prospects
- Message companies directly and build working relationships
Go Beyond a Basic Listing and Trade Show Exposure.
Create a richer company profile. Showcase your products, services, capabilities, certifications, and experience so manufacturers can find, understand, and trust you faster.
Manufacturing Service & Facilities
Helios helps manufacturing businesses clearly showcase their capabilities, capacity, and expertise in a way buyers can quickly understand and trust. Whether you provide precision machining, fabrication, contract manufacturing, assembly, or production support, Helios helps you stand out, build credibility, and connect with the right buyers.
- Present your real capabilities, not just a basic company listing
- Highlight equipment, processes, materials, certifications, and specialties
- Make it easier for buyers to understand where you fit and what you do best
- Improve visibility across sourcing, supplier, and partnership opportunities
- Precision machining shops
- Fabrication and welding shops
- Job shops and contract manufacturers
- Assembly and production support providers
- Specialized industrial service businesses
Tooling & Equipment Makers
If you build the tools and machines that power manufacturing, Helios helps you reach the experts, shops, and educators who use them. Showcase your products, highlight real applications, and connect with qualified buyers and partners in one ecosystem.
- Showcase products and innovations to qualified users
- Partner with experts and integrators to support adoption
- Feature demos, case studies, and training collaborations
- Engage directly with shops to build relationships and loyalty
- Strengthen your brand and market presence across Helios
- Tooling, work-holding, and fixturing makers
- Machine tool and capital equipment builders
- Robotics and automation builders
- Measurement and inspection equipment makers
- Additive manufacturing and 3D printing solution developers
- Machine accessories and system component manufacturers
Software & Platforms Builders
If you develop software or digital platforms for manufacturing, Helios helps you reach real users and integrate into real workflows. Showcase your solutions, connect with shops and experts, and enable smarter, more connected operations across the industry.
- Showcase your platforms and integrations to manufacturing users
- Collaborate with shops and experts to improve adoption
- Co-develop training, demos, and digital enablement programs
- Integrate your software into the Helios ecosystem
- Build visibility and partnerships that accelerate growth
- CAD, CAM, CAE, and simulation software providers
- ERP, MRP, and inventory management system developers
- CRM, quoting, and sales management platform builders
- Maintenance, scheduling, and workflow tool providers
- E-commerce, supplier portal, and dashboard solution creators
- SaaS developers and API integration partners
Industry 4.0 & Digital Transformation
If you develop or deploy Industry 4.0 technologies, Helios connects you with the manufacturers ready to modernize. Showcase your solutions, collaborate on integration, and accelerate digital transformation across the ecosystem.
- Showcase Industry 4.0 technologies to forward-thinking manufacturers
- Partner with shops and experts to enable digital adoption
- Demonstrate automation, analytics, and predictive capabilities
- Collaborate on implementation, training, and modernization projects
- Strengthen visibility and credibility as a transformation leader
- Industrial IoT and smart manufacturing system providers
- Factory automation and process optimization specialists
- AI, machine learning, and predictive maintenance developers
- Robotics, sensor, and connected equipment suppliers
- Digital twin, AR/VR, and cloud MES integration experts
- Industry 4.0 consultants and transformation service providers
Solution & Integrators
If you design or implement integrated solutions for manufacturing, Helios helps you connect with suppliers, shops, and experts seeking your capabilities. Showcase your projects, expand your partnerships, and bring advanced automation and efficiency to life.
- Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers on system integration projects
- Promote your solutions, capabilities, and successful case studies
- Support adoption of new tools, machines, and digital systems
- Participate in co-deployment, training, and optimization programs
- Build credibility and new business opportunities through Helios collaborations
- Industrial automation and control system integrators
- Manufacturing solution providers and implementation specialists
- Robotics, motion, and process integration experts
- Custom automation and machine integration firms
- Multi-technology or turnkey solution providers
Manufacturer Services & Support
If you provide professional, technical, or operational services to manufacturers, Helios helps you reach new clients and collaborate across the ecosystem. Showcase your expertise, connect with shops and suppliers, and deliver the specialized support that keeps manufacturing moving forward.
- Offer specialized services to manufacturers, experts, and suppliers
- Collaborate on process improvement, compliance, and efficiency projects
- Promote your expertise and success stories through Helios
- Build partnerships with technology and equipment providers
- Expand your reach and impact across the Helios network
- Safety and compliance consultants
- Tool management and process control providers
- Lean manufacturing and process improvement specialists
- CAD/CAM and engineering service providers
- Equipment maintenance and repair services
Supply Chain & Logistics
If you manage logistics, sourcing, or supply operations, Helios connects you with manufacturers and partners who need reliable, efficient solutions. Showcase your services, streamline collaboration, and help build stronger, more connected supply chains.
- Offer logistics, sourcing, and fulfillment services to Helios members
- Connect with manufacturers and vendors to improve supply reliability
- Collaborate on inventory management and cost optimization projects
- Support digital traceability and supply chain visibility initiatives
- Strengthen relationships and expand your reach through Helios
- Freight, logistics, and transportation providers
- Procurement and sourcing specialists
- Supply chain improvement consultants
- Warehousing and fulfillment solution providers
- Third-party logistics (3PL) and distribution partners
MROs & Raw Material
If you supply materials, components, or consumables for manufacturing, Helios connects you directly with the shops and buyers who need dependable supply partners. Showcase your products, expand visibility, and build trusted relationships across the ecosystem.
- Promote your materials and products to qualified manufacturing buyers
- Support consistent supply and inventory management through Helios
- Partner with shops and vendors on sourcing and replenishment programs
- Participate in product showcases and educational campaigns
- Strengthen brand visibility and customer loyalty within the Helios network
- Raw material and metal suppliers
- Fastener and component distributors
- Electronic component suppliers
- Industrial consumable and supply providers
- MRO distributors and maintenance supply specialists
Training & Certification Providers
If you provide training, certification, or workforce development programs, Helios helps you connect with manufacturers, experts, and learners seeking growth. Showcase your programs, collaborate on education initiatives, and empower the next generation of skilled professionals.
- Offer training and certification programs to Helios members
- Partner with shops and experts to align skills with industry needs
- Co-develop educational content and learning experiences
- Promote certifications that enhance employability and readiness
- Strengthen visibility and impact within the manufacturing ecosystem
- Technical training and workforce development providers
- Certification bodies and credentialing organizations
- Industry education and apprenticeship programs
- Professional development and upskilling academies
- Online learning and training platform providers
Business & Growth Services
From legal and finance to marketing, HR, and strategy, Helios helps business professionals showcase the services and expertise manufacturers need to operate, grow, and compete more effectively.
- Showcase advisory and business support services clearly
- Connect with manufacturers that need trusted business expertise
- Help companies improve operations, growth, and decision-making
- Legal, Tax & Compliance
- Finance & Accounting
- Marketing & Communications
- Sales & Business Development
- HR & Talent Support
- Strategy & Operations Advisors
Help the experts who helped you let their experience go further
Know a real expert with proven experience and industry credibility? Open a door for them. Introduce them to Helios and help them turn hard-earned experience into visibility, services, and income.