Own projects. They are those carried out by AIDIMME, internally, making comparisons of test results and collecting other useful information to establish the state of the art and the evolution of the level of products and processes of the target sector. They include statistical reports and business participation is not necessary.

Projects under contract. Development of a new product / process or improvement of the same, resolution of a problem ... in short a concrete need in technological matters. The development is carried out under the client's requirements, and the results of the investigation are his property.

Collaborative Projects. They are projects of a collective nature, in which AIDIMME coordinates, develops, and seeks financing, for research on aspects of common interest to companies. The results of the investigation and its exploitation are included in contracts.

• Research and characterization of new materials to improve the quality of paper and cardboard.
• Paper recycling: improved performance of corrugated cardboard based on alternative raw materials or recycled paper.
• Research and analysis on the behavior of new materials for the manufacture and content of containers and packaging for the transport of dangerous goods.

As specialists in packaging, distribution and transport simulation, our R&D activities pursue:

• Raise knowledge in materials, packaging and distribution processes.
• Integrate the function of packaging in the processes of product design and development.
• Develop efficient, safe, reusable, environmentally friendly packaging with social value.
• Evaluate the suitability or conformity of the packaging.
• Train company personnel in the knowledge and interpretation of technical specifications applicable to materials and packaging.
• Promote the culture of packaging management in companies.

The jobs most requested by the company are:

• Packaging reengineering for freight transport and logistics processes.
• Audit of packaging processes.
• Declarations of conformity.
• Security Advisor
• Transport optimization and route analysis.
• Verification processes transport and storage of dangerous goods.
• Continued technical collaboration agreements.
• Integration with suppliers and / or customers.

The Laboratory performs functions of, evaluation, characterization and approval of different packaging systems, in accordance with different national and international regulations (ASTM, ISTA, ISO). These functions are carried out through transport simulation tests, which allow evaluating and verifying the aptitude for the use of packaging systems, and reproducing all the risks inherent in the transport and distribution of goods, proposing innovative improvements, and eliminating critical points in the Packaging, products and processes.
The main purpose of this packaging work is to help the manufacturer to choose a suitable packaging for its product and distribution cycle, in accordance with standards or technical specifications and its scope is:

• Specialization of packaging systems in terms of prototype verification.
• Different systems for the transport of goods.
• Pallets and wooden packaging.
• Packaging for fruit and vegetable use.
• Packaging and packaging for dangerous goods.
• Fixed urban waste containers (RSU).
• Metal racks.

Courses of a technical and sectoral nature that aim to professionally qualify and update the personnel of companies in the sector in order to face technological and strategic changes in the best conditions of competitiveness. Our technicians are the best teachers, both for face-to-face and online courses, or specialized tutorials.

Offer consists of:

• Courses, seminars and seminars.
• Courses, seminars and seminars in collaboration with other organizations.
• Participation as specialized teachers in other courses and Masters.
• Development of training plans tailored to companies.
• Preparation of professional itineraries.