The AMC BOT Loft

The AMC B.O.T. LOFT

EXPLORE INNOVATION IN Our STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITY

Micro-credential Offerings

Global Industry Training Brands

Square Foot Facility

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K-12 Programming and Opportunities

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B.O.T. Loft Mission

The AMC B.O.T. Loft empowers Maine’s manufacturing workforce through hands-on training, cutting-edge technology, and industry-driven education in Automation, Robotics, and Networking. We bridge innovation and skill-building to shape the future of smart manufacturing in Maine and beyond.

THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNERS!

Factory Authorized Trainings

Doosan Robotics, Universal Robotics, and ABB Robotics: Learn hands-on robot operations, maintenance, and programming by enrolling in AMC B.O.T. Loft training programs.

cOMING SOON!

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Micro-credentials

Start with introductory micro-credential courses or pick up at any one of our 16 offerings for your education level to customize your experience. Earn a University of Maine Micro-credential along with SACA Silver, Gold, and Practical Application – all in one place.

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k-12 workshops and summer camps

Find upcoming opportunities both near you and hosted at the AMC B.O.T. Loft Information on July 2025 Summer Camps is available here.

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Two high-school students working with an interactive Universal Robots Co-bot.

Community involvement

Growing Industry With Robotics

As part of our commitment to building a stronger, more resilient manufacturing workforce in Maine, the AMC B.O.T. Loft welcomed students from Howland High School for a hands-on Collaborative Robots Workshop. These immersive experiences connect students with cutting-edge automation technologies while fostering the skills and curiosity needed to thrive in high-demand careers. By aligning education with industry needs, we’re helping shape a future-ready workforce that will drive innovation and economic growth across the state.

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Two high-school students working with a Universal Robots Co-bot controller.

aCCOMODATIONS AND pARKING

The AMC B.O.T. Loft has collaborated with Hotel Ursa to provide a discounted flat rate hotel booking, exclusive for those taking part in B.O.T. Loft offerings. Just a 2 minute walk from the AMC building on UMaine’s campus, the brand new Hotel Ursa allows you to bypass the stress of finding parking, and focus on the training experiences that brought you here. To learn more about accommodations and parking, explore the provided resources below!

Hotel Ursa Map