Innovate UK

EcoDuct is a cutting-edge, high-performance non-metallic pre-insulated HVAC ductwork system that saves energy, decreases installation time and costs, minimizes environmental effect, and provides pure, uncontaminated air. EcoDuct is the only pre-insulated ductwork system that comes in a variety of shapes and sizes, including circular, flat oval, square, and rectangular, as well as accessories like FCU plenums and grille boxes, and is built sustainably in the UK using cutting-edge production technology. EcoDuct is appropriate for all indoor and outdoor insulated ducting applications, including new construction, retrofits, and modular structures.

Dragonfly Insulation is a spin-out from Newcastle University focused on advancing aerogel manufacturing through an innovative and energy-efficient process. The company specializes in producing synthetic nanostructured porous ceramic products that provide exceptional thermal insulation across various industries, including aerospace, defense, marine, oil and gas, and construction. By simplifying the manufacturing process and reducing energy consumption, Dragonfly Insulation aims to deliver a range of aerogel products that enhance fire safety features and improve overall performance in civil applications.

Adaptavate is a UK-based materials company that designs, manufactures, and commercialises bio-based composite construction materials aimed at reducing embodied carbon in buildings. Its Breathaboard offers a bio-composite alternative to plasterboard, and Breathaplasta provides bio-composite options for various plasters, with products sold through retailers and online channels. The company pursues carbon-negative technology and collaborates with partners to commercialise patented carbon-absorbing processes, enabling the production of performance wallboards with low, zero, or negative embodied CO2. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Stonehouse, Adaptavate aims to disrupt conventional construction by delivering sustainable material solutions.

Mykor is a climate technology company that decarbonizes the construction industry by manufacturing carbon-negative materials using biotechnology and agro-industrial waste.

TaperedPlus Limited is a specialist in flat roof design and building services, catering to domestic, commercial, and industrial markets. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom, with an additional office in Wolverhampton, the company focuses on modernizing and promoting tapered insulation within the UK. TaperedPlus offers a range of services, including U-value calculations, technical support, site surveys, and comprehensive supply chain support. The company supplies various insulation materials, such as tapered and flat boards, designed to prevent water drainage from flat roofs while enhancing thermal insulation in buildings. Its target sectors include education, healthcare, retail, and residential industries.