Find the Right Western New York Manufacturer. Faster.
MXP is an AI-powered sourcing tool from the Buffalo Niagara Manufacturing Alliance. Describe what you need and connect with BNMA member manufacturers based on capabilities, certifications, equipment and capacity.
Free to search. No account required.
A Better Way to Source Manufacturing
Finding the right manufacturing partner shouldn't require hours of searching directories, visiting websites or making cold calls.
MXP — the Manufacturers Exchange Portal — makes regional sourcing easier.
Simply describe what you're looking for in plain language and MXP searches the BNMA network for manufacturers whose capabilities match your needs.
Every company in MXP is part of the Buffalo Niagara Manufacturing Alliance, giving buyers access to an established network of 200+ Western New York manufacturers.
Three Steps. No Account Required.
Finding the right manufacturing partner can be this simple.
Describe
Tell MXP what you need just like you would explain it to a colleague.
Include the process, material, certification, tolerance, volume or other requirements.
Match
MXP searches the BNMA manufacturing network and identifies companies whose capabilities match your needs.
Connect
Review potential matches and connect directly with the manufacturer.
No middleman. No lead broker. No waiting.
Find the Capabilities You Need — Right Here in Western New York.
Whether you're a purchasing agent, supply chain professional, engineer or company looking for a manufacturing partner, MXP gives you a faster way to identify potential suppliers.
Verified Manufacturer Information
MXP uses information maintained by BNMA member manufacturers — not a database scraped from the internet.
200+ Regional Manufacturers
One search gives you access to an established network of Western New York manufacturing companies.
Search by What You Actually Need
Describe your project, material, process, certification or manufacturing requirement in plain language.
Direct Connections
Find a potential match and connect directly with the manufacturer. There is no middleman between you and the supplier.
Your Membership Just Became a Business Development Channel.
You already gave BNMA information about your capabilities, certifications and equipment. MXP puts that information to work.
When a buyer searches for capabilities your company provides, MXP can surface your company as a potential match and give that buyer a direct way to connect with you.
There is no additional cost to participate. MXP is included with your BNMA membership.
Your Profile Powers Your Results
MXP uses the information contained in your BNMA member profile. Keeping that information accurate and complete helps MXP understand when your company is a potential match.
- Capabilities
- Equipment
- Materials
- Certifications
- Current Company Information
- Available Capabilities & Services
Keeping your profile current gives buyers a better picture of what your company actually does today.
Make Sure Buyers Can Find You.
Updating your BNMA member profile only takes a few minutes. Watch our walkthrough to see how to review and update the information MXP uses when matching buyers with manufacturers
Want Your Company to Appear in MXP?
MXP exclusively features BNMA member manufacturers.
BNMA membership puts your company inside the MXP network while connecting you with Western New York's manufacturing community through networking, education, events, advocacy, economic development and more.
Questions About MXP?
What is MXP?
MXP stands for Manufacturers Exchange Portal. It is an AI-powered manufacturing exchange created by the Buffalo Niagara Manufacturing Alliance that helps buyers identify BNMA member manufacturers based on capabilities, certifications, equipment and capacity.
Who can use MXP?
Anyone looking for a manufacturing supplier or partner can search MXP.
Does it cost anything to search MXP?
No. MXP is completely free for buyers.
Do I need an account?
No. You do not need to register or create an account to search MXP or connect with a manufacturer.
What manufacturers are included?
MXP searches the network of 200+ BNMA member companies across Western New York, representing a wide range of manufacturing capabilities and specialties.
Where does MXP get its information?
MXP uses information from BNMA member profiles. These profiles are maintained by the manufacturers themselves.
How is MXP different from a traditional manufacturer directory?
Instead of manually browsing through company listings, MXP allows you to describe what you need and identifies manufacturers whose capabilities match your search.
How does my company get listed on MXP?
Manufacturers are included in MXP through BNMA membership. There is no additional MXP listing fee for members.
I'm already a BNMA member. Do I need to sign up?
No. MXP uses your existing BNMA member profile. Members should review their profiles to make sure capabilities, certifications, equipment and other information are complete and current.
Who do I contact if I need help with my profile?
Contact Hunter White at hwhite@bnmalliance.com for profile access, password resets or assistance updating your information.
Built for Western New York Manufacturing.
The Buffalo Niagara Manufacturing Alliance is the voice of manufacturing in Western New York.
BNMA represents 200+ member companies and more than 20,000 workers, supporting the region's manufacturing community through peer-to-peer connectivity, education, advocacy, economic development, career awareness and the sharing of best practices.
The Right Manufacturer Could Be One Search Away.
Search verified Western New York manufacturers and connect directly with companies that have the capabilities you need.
Free to search. No account required.