The Manufactory is the upgrade from the Forge. It focuses mainly on Energy cost for units, now having the Phantom and Sakata Mk-II available. It can later be upgraded to the Mechanics Terminal.
The Manufactory allows for the construction of Phantoms, the answer to most Infantry, and the Sakata Mk-II, a powerful unit that decimates air units and is missile resistant.
The main strength of this structure is the Sakata Mk-II. This anti-air powerhouse makes it very difficult for the opponent to keep air in the skies. Be warey of Chronite Tanks!
The power of the Phantom is its strength in decimating a lot of ground infantry, it can withstand quite a few rockets from Marines before it goes down. It can kite quite effectively as well with its high speed.