Technology Services
Challenges
The last ten years have witnessed a remarkable surge in production across various industry sectors, paralleled by significant growth in different regions worldwide, due to innovations and Research & Development. Amidst emerging challenges like declining ore quality, rising emissions, and expanding populations, many companies are reevaluating their strategies to stay competitive – perhaps yours as well.
Each company is unique and requires a tailored approach to commercialization, grounded in robust economic and financial assessments. It's crucial to have specialized technical expertise to develop valuable market solutions. Our extensive background in testing and implementing technologies, along with our track record of building partnerships with researchers, end-users, government bodies, and funding entities, demonstrates our ability to successfully introduce new technologies globally.
Now more than ever, it's essential to offer your customers and stakeholders the most fitting value proposition to distinguish from competitors. In this endeavor, we collaborate with you throughout the development process, feasibility assessment, and intellectual property considerations. By partnering with us, you gain insights into business strategy, financial forecasts, and a solid risk management approach – ultimately leading to a more competitive and profitable business.
Solutions
Technical Assessment
When suitable technologies are readily available, we collaborate with you to assess, prioritize, select, and implement the most suitable tool for your requirements. We offer support in various ways, aiding small clients or startups with technology assessments, risk evaluations, and value propositions before expanding or securing funding.
Thoughtful Investment Planning
Just starting out? You need a reliable partner to define project economics, such as ROI, payback, and net present values. We build cooperative partnerships to maximize in-kind and financial investments, supporting technology developers and startups in achieving their goals. Besides navigating the intellectual property landscape, we ensure that technology options are assessed for financial and legal viability.
In cases where ready-made solutions are too expensive or unavailable, we collaborate with you to develop more cost-effective alternatives through different development stages, ensuring you receive de-risked and commercially feasible technologies.
Pilot Plant Trials, Bench Scale, and Commercial Facilities
We have designed and operated over 80 pilot plants or small industrial systems, providing insights into system behavior. This information is crucial for designing larger facilities with lower risk than constructing large-scale process plants.
Startups, technology developers, and innovators receive support in evaluating risks and common challenges, extending to commercial scale, even before or during the pilot phase.
Tailored Solutions for Industries and Clients
We have delivered more than 40 unique technology solutions consistently to our clients. Autoclaves, furnaces, tubular alumina digestion reactors, and hydropower software are among the tools that drive positive outcomes. Currently, thirty new customized technologies are under development.
Additionally, we facilitate connections between you and technology developers, applying our specialized knowledge to integrate new solutions into existing facilities.
Management of Commercialization
We act as a bridge between you and developers, aiding in the commercialization of new technologies. Through techno-economic studies, we pinpoint the value proposition and guide technology implementation.
Our support includes roadmap planning, managing relationships with researchers, technology partners, suppliers, and investors. We oversee the technology pipeline and offer technical expertise.
Benefits of Our Services
With over sixty years of experience, we have a proven track record of enhancing technologies to enhance safety and efficiency.
Capable of making informed decisions regarding off-the-shelf technologies versus new designs.
Possess practical insights into commercial feasibility, reducing risks in the commercialization process by identifying typical oversights and potential issues.
Proficient in understanding intellectual property and legal aspects.
Extensive industry expertise and partnerships with investors, universities, research institutions and governments.
Enhanced investment strategies to ensure the delivery of secure, efficient, and sustainable technologies.
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Engineered Equipment
Using standard equipment for specialized applications can lead to unreliable performance, increased downtime, and safety concerns. This can result in production setbacks that negate any initial cost savings from buying ready-made equipment.
Custom machine designs are beneficial for projects involving automation, high temperatures, or heavy industrial machinery. Tailored machines perform tasks more effectively, saving time, money, and enhancing safety measures.
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Non-Destructive Test
Maintaining the functionality of mechanical and structural assets poses an ongoing challenge in industries such as metallurgical, energy, and infrastructure. As equipment naturally wears down or sustains damage during operation, proactive measures like retrofitting or replacement are essential to enhance productivity and ensure continuous safe production. To prolong the lifespan of assets and streamline maintenance schedules, thorough inspection and monitoring techniques are crucial.