The Circular Economy line highlights, as a new initiative, the creation of a VIRTUAL CIRCULAR ECONOMY LABORATORY, materialized in an innovative platform designed to help companies transform underutilized resources into new, higher value-added opportunities. This new...

INNDIH AI Connect is the continuation and consolidation of the European Digital Innovation Hub (EDIH) for the Valencia Region, acting as a specialized "one-stop-shop" to help small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and the public sector adopt digital technologies. This initiative represents...

The IrATi Network is a group of excellence comprised of six technology centers (AIDIMME, LORTEK, CEIT, IDONIAL, LEITAT and LUREDERRA) that collaborate in the design, processing and validation of advanced materials for high-temperature applications with a dual character (civil ...

Current wood decontamination systems are primarily based on chemical extraction using chelating agents, alkaline solutions, or organic acids. Their implementation on an industrial scale is practically nonexistent due to their high cost, complexity, and the waste they generate.

The EPSILON Project aims to validate the feasibility of using advanced materials in demanding industrial environments by optimizing the entire additive manufacturing value chain. The initiative integrates fundamental research into the atomization of...

The SAFE-BAT LAB project is a continuation of the four previous projects: ELECTROPACK, ECODAMPING, BATTEST, and GREENPACK. Among its new features, SAFE-BAT Lab is positioned as a line of research focused on developing applied knowledge and methodological tools for the early assessment of...

The entry into force in 2026 of ECHA Regulation (EU) 2023/1464 obliges manufacturers of products intended for the public and used indoors to comply with new emission limits for formaldehyde and VOCs in the European market. Given...

Current systems for protecting natural materials, such as wood, present several problems that don't have easy solutions, such as VOC emissions or a lack of sustainability. Therefore, the aim is to continue developing multifunctional sol-gel coatings with...

This project is supported by emerging scientific publications on the use of phages as antimicrobial agents. It represents an innovative application in functional coatings, compared to conventional solutions based on chemical biocides or metals (silver, copper), thus marking a shift in approach...

Currently, strategic industrial sectors, such as automotive and aerospace, have shifted away from static corrosion testing (conventional salt spray) in favor of cyclic corrosion testing. This transition is due to the fact that the tests...

SMARMIOT is investigating a comprehensive wood monitoring solution that combines hygrothermal variables, extensometry, and early detection of wood-boring insects/fungi to anticipate degradation and loss of structural integrity. The project builds on AIDIMME's prior experience in sensors and platforms...

The project involves developing digital twins of production lines to represent the actual process flow, measure performance, and evaluate improvements without interrupting operations. We begin by digitizing the line's elements (layout, stations, conveyors, etc.).

The project focuses on the development of smart electronic boards using SMD technology for advanced applications in IoT devices and embedded systems (a combination of hardware and software to perform specific functions).

This project aims to determine, using molecular biology techniques, the bacterial species present in the digestive tract of xylophagous insects, specifically termites of the genus Reticulitermes, as they are the most problematic in buildings both on the Iberian Peninsula...

The SUSPENSE project aims to develop and demonstrate innovative, safe and sustainable bio-based adhesives to replace conventional fossil-based adhesives, which are harmful to the environment and human health. The project focuses on creating adhesives from renewable feedstocks such as bio-acids, polyphenolics, ...

HarWASTing aims to develop innovative business models based on circular economy (CE) principles to promote bioeconomy in rural areas, by implementing a set of scalable and replicable technological solutions to efficiently exploit underutilized biomass from forestry and agriculture to develop innovative...

VOZIA aims to develop and improve human-machine interaction systems that facilitate manual data capture from any manufacturing process. This type of research poses a significant challenge: improving the efficiency and accuracy of industrial operations.

The main objective of the project is based on the development of new materials using the laser cladding process. Developing this material to an industrially acceptable state requires optimal development parameters due to the...

Moving toward a more sustainable economy requires not only the development of new energy sources, but also the exploration of natural and renewable raw materials that can replace fossil fuels. Along these lines, the ECO-RECEL project is...

Corrugated cardboard packaging is used in virtually all industrial sectors for the handling, transportation, and storage of goods. If we classify them by materials used in the manufacture of containers and packaging, those made from paper...

This project aims to develop a model, using GIS tools, that provides relevant forest variables for large areas of Aleppo pine (Pinus halepensis) forest in the Valencian Community in order to create management plans...

The ARMOR project is an initiative to support the sustainability of the construction sector and the local bioeconomy based on the advanced development of mortars reinforced with plant-based fibers. These fibers originate from the...

Steel corrosion is an electrochemical process in which the metal degrades due to its reaction with oxygen and moisture in the environment. This phenomenon occurs when steel forms a galvanic cell in the presence of a...

The project's main objective is to research and experiment with new, efficient heat transfer processes (analyzing in detail the degree of efficiency and potential for improvement in terms of cooling and reuse of dissipated heat according to the...

As for AIDIMME, the proposal falls under the Technologies and Processes area, which encompasses the development of technological solutions based on additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing.

The Cir4Fun Project endeavors to transform the furniture industry by championing circular economy principles across the product life cycle. Through innovative strategies, DPP and digital solutions supporting mechanisms, it aims to enhance furniture sustainability, eco-labelling, and consumer engagement while aligning with ...

The Industrial Symbiosis Office in Paterna is a resource available to companies that aims to promote, through training, technical advice, and personalized support, the identification and implementation of industrial symbiosis opportunities between...

The need for resources in a sector like construction is enormous. As is the waste generated by this activity. Efficient use of resources (material, intangible, and human) and proper management and recycling...

METALIC aims to reformulate standards and propose solutions with more affordable operating costs for the Health sector. Using PBF-LB/M technology, it develops a manufacturing process for Ti6Al4V-ELI material, both in fine powder (d10 of 15µm and d90 of 53µm) ...

The strategic challenge of PREDATICS is to make a great qualitative leap in the knowledge of the existing relationships between pollution, meteorological conditions, air quality and health by taking advantage of the potential of information and communication technologies (ICT) to ...

One of the main current problems on the planet is the management of plastic waste. The threats posed by plastics to the environment and health arise from their accumulation and persistence in nature. Much of this waste is found in the atmosphere, ...

To contribute to catalyzing the transition towards a sustainable, circular economy, CircSyst, presents a series of shared Demonstration Experiences of new technological and societal adaptations to a Circular Economy involving 8 European regions: Valencia (SP), Maribor (SI), Flanders (BE), Gotland (SW), Paijat-Hame-Lahti...

The building sector holds a prominent position in energy consumption (40%) and CO2 emissions (36%) within the European Union. Furthermore, current construction and renovation practices are huge raw material consumers and highly waste producers. In response to this critical issue, the European...

Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are currently one of the most significant problems globally in the field of public health. These infections, which generally manifest after a period of more than 72 hours, are the most common cause of death.

Predicting the fire behaviour of a material allows for optimising the experimental design of future research and development projects carried out by companies, since both the number of test tubes and their total area required for the fire behaviour of a material can be determined by the following factors:

Corrugated cardboard packaging accounts for 36% of global market share compared to other materials and its market is expected to increase by 5% between 2024 and 2032. In addition, according to the Spanish Association of Packaging ...

The transition towards a more sustainable, digital, and inclusive economy in Europe requires a human-centered approach that combines digital and industrial technologies, with an attention to spatial dynamics. However, there is a lack of integration between different disciplines and initiatives, resulting...

The ResC4EU CSA is organized around 4 key objectives: (1) defining risk, disruption and alerts models for the supply chains of 14 “at risk” industrial ecosystems; (2) developing a holistic European value network for strengthening supply chains fostered by industrial clusters...

Manufacturing and logistics companies are subject to unforeseen events that disrupt the supply chain, causing production slowdowns, reduced output, and increased costs, making it difficult to meet customer demand. To mitigate these risks, manufacturers must build resilience across entire value chains. NARRATE...

Buildings are responsible for over 40% of the energy consumption and CO2 emissions in the EU. Accordingly, The CE has established ambitious building standard aiming to transform all existing buildings into ZEBs by 2050 to reach a fully decarbonised building stock. SNUG...

The content is part of the project CPP2022-009687, funded by MCIN/AEI/10.13039/501100011033 and by the European Union “NextGenerationEU”/PRTR 3D printing is in a phase of implementation in the industry at an international level, detecting unexpected problems and challenges in all sectors, including the ...

Intelligent and collaborative industrial manufacturing has been experiencing significant advances in recent years in the use of technologies such as virtual and augmented reality, mobile robotics or sensory systems. Thanks to the application of these technologies in the...

The Valencian Community and Spain depend, to a large extent, on third countries for the supply of metals; Furthermore, the concepts of Circular Economy and Industrial Symbiosis are gaining prominence within all productive sectors, to such an extent that they are...

ATiLA is a proposal that works on the modeling and development of novel additive manufacturing processes in metals, for applications in the healthcare sector. Specifically in personalized prostheses created to replace damaged parts of the human body, maximizing osseointegration...

Reverse osmosis (RO) and ion exchange (IE) are perceived as viable and feasible solutions to address freshwater scarcity through seawater desalination and wastewater reuse, and to provide...