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Monthly Technology opportunities - October 2006

The East of England Innovation Relay Centre is part of a Europe-wide network helping regional companies find or exploit new technologies to give their business a competitive edge. The following are some of the latest technology opportunities available through the IRC Network

COMPANIES OFFERING TECHNOLOGY

Remote Crack Monitoring System for buildings and civil structures

A UK company has developed a low-cost device for remotely monitoring crack movement in buildings and structures. Data is continuously transmitted to a Web server that can be accessed by anyone with a password. It can be used in the surveying and civil engineering industries, or for historic building monitoring. Benefits include cost saving, continuous monitoring, accuracy of data. Licensing partner sought with interests in this area or experience of taking electronic products to market. Detailed information

Evaluation of a novel system to control and monitor geographically distributed power generators

Engineers from a prestigious London-based university have developed a technology that allows users to monitor and control power generators located in geographically independent locations. This technology is currently being tested at the university site, using the network of solar panels available there. They are requesting industrial partners from the sector of renewable energies and power networks interested in evaluating and using this Grid Computing-based technology. Detailed information

Innovative software suite for advanced micromechanical modelling of composite materials and structures

A Luxembourg-based engineering company has developed a micromechanical modelling software targeted toward composite material suppliers (chemical companies) and users (automotive and aerospace). This powerful simulation tool links the manufacturing process to the final product performance via the material's microstructure. The company would like to build commercial relationships by providing all the support for implementation and training. Detailed information

Demountable flood defence system

A UK company has developed & patented an innovative flood defence system, providing a cost-effective & flexible solution to the increasing risk of flood related damage. The system can be used in a variety of demountable, temporary or permanent situations: to divert flood waters away from urban areas, to surround a town or property to manage flooding, or even to retain water & other liquids. Partners sought to manufacture market & install the system under license in other European countries. Detailed information

Advanced Multistage Cryogenic Treatment

A Basque SME has developed a multistage cryogenic treatment process that is capable of dramatically improving the performance characteristics (mainly wear resistance and fatigue life) of a wide variety of materials. The process is an evolution of conventional cryogenic treatments and is a valuable tool to improve the competitiveness of the companies through cost reduction, productivity increase and product performance improvement. The company is looking for entities interested in the technology. Detailed information

Data logger set for wind mills and wind farms

A Spanish company has developed a new data logger set to evaluate wind energy resources. It consists of data logger, modem, transmission aerial and battery. The data logger itself is based on micro-controller and EEPROM technology. Its design integrates hardware capable of adapting different sensors and remote transmission GSM circuitry, which increases versatility and strength, keeping a competitive price. The company would like to sign commercial agreements with technical assistance. Detailed information

A deterministic wave-based modelling method for mid-frequency steady-state vibro-acoustics

A Belgian university has developed a computationally very efficient Wave Based modelling Method (WBM) for the analysis of steady-state (vibro-) acoustic problems. The WBM has already been validated on several academic cases, and has proven to be superior with comparison to conventional finite and boundary element methods. Currently, the research group is looking for partners who are willing to provide real-life engineering cases to validate the performance of the WBM for industrial cases. Detailed information

COMPANIES REQUESTING TECHNOLOGY

Coating for granulated fertiliser effective against moisture absorption

A French research and development company, specialised in agriculture, is looking for a coating for granulated fertiliser that can reduce moisture absorption. The product must protect the fertiliser and make it keep its mechanical properties and free flowing aspect for 3 to 4 days under tropical humidity and temperature conditions. The French company seeks partners for technical co-operation, a commercial agreement or a manufacturing agreement. Detailed information

Furniture waste recycling

A Lithuanian SME seeks to identify possible ways for re-use or utilisation foamed polystyrene waste from used furniture and mattresses. The company is looking for a partner with the required technology to license. Detailed information

Using saline crops to develop sustainable solutions to a range of environmental issues

A Belgian company specialised in breeding and cultivation of saline crops is looking for partners with environmental project expertise to explore the use of these crops for phytostablisation/remediation of soils, saline wastewaters, etc. They are open to all kinds of technical collaboration and eventually to creation of a joint venture. Detailed information

Equipment to accomplish with natural essences the smoking process of dairy products

A small Italian company with experience in biological dairy production is searching for equipment that can carry out the smoking process using natural substances and without any chemical contaminant. The company is interested in a commercial agreement with technical assistance or in testing a prototype designed by a research centre. The technology can be fully developed or at laboratory stage. Detailed information

Equipment and technology for transformation of Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR) compounds through continuous mixing

A Portuguese company operating in the rubber sector is looking for equipment and technology to transform Styrene-Butadiene Rubber (SBR) composts through continuous mixing. The equipment sought is meant to replace conventional batch mixers. The company is looking for equipment already on the market. Different types of agreements might be discussed. Detailed information

PCR detection kit for dairy products

A Cyprus company operating in the field of production of dairy products is interested in identifying suitable partners for transferring technologies for microbiological analysis. The company is interested in implementing molecular biological techniques (PCR-based protocols) for detection of pathogenic and other microorganisms. A partner for commercial agreement with technical assistance is sought. Detailed information

Medical grade and non spermicidal poly-isoprene tubes

A French leader company specialised in animal reproduction market is looking for a partner able to produce and provide specific medical grade non spermicidal poly-isoprene tubes. The company is seeking technical co-operation and manufacturing agreement. Detailed information

More info: If you are interested in any of the above opportunities, please contact Kate Duggan on 01603 761523 or email kdugganstjohns.co.uk

Posted: 5th Oct 2006