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Matthew Boulton was a key figure in the development of steam engines, primarily through his partnership with engineer James Watt. Boulton provided the financial support and business acumen necessary to commercialize Watt's innovations, including improvements to the steam engine design that increased efficiency and practicality for industrial use. His Soho Manufactory in Birmingham became a leading site for the production of steam engines, significantly contributing to the Industrial Revolution and the widespread adoption of steam power in various industries.

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