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3D Architech is a manufacturer specializing in advanced metal production using proprietary 3D printing technology. The company focuses on enhancing design flexibility, sustainability, and versatility within the metal manufacturing sector. It offers a range of products, including high-resolution net-shape metal and innovative printing equipment that surpasses traditional metal 3D printers. Additionally, 3D Architech provides a diverse selection of materials, such as metals, ceramics, composites, and multi-materials, allowing clients to optimize their structures and improve device performance. Through its cutting-edge technology and material options, the company aims to transform the landscape of metal manufacturing.

FluxWorks is a developer and manufacturer specializing in magnetic gears, integrated motors, and generators. The company focuses on delivering powertrain solutions that emphasize performance and reliability, particularly for applications that benefit from innovative gear technology. By utilizing magnetic gear technology, FluxWorks offers a quieter and more robust alternative to traditional gearing systems. Its products are characterized by their low weight, lubrication-free operation, and reduced maintenance costs. Additionally, the self-healing properties of its magnetically geared motors enable them to provide efficient thrust while ensuring durability and dependability in various industrial applications.

Bio2Oil IVS is a mechanical or industrial engineering company specializes in hydrothermal liquefaction using profitable technology.

Heaboo, established in 2015 and based in Aveiro, specializes in developing, manufacturing, and commercializing a standalone, passive device designed to enhance the response time of hot water supply in taps or shower mixers. This innovation improves both energy and water efficiency within buildings. Additionally, Heaboo offers building audits and energy certification services for ventilation and air conditioning systems, enabling contractors to assess the overall energy and water efficiency of structures.

Exomys is engaged in the development of passive and modular exoskeletons tailored for industrial applications, specifically designed to assist employees during prolonged periods of standing. The exoskeleton functions as a supportive mechanism, akin to a mobile chair, which alleviates the load on the legs by redistributing it to a mechanical structure, allowing users to shift between standing, sitting, and squatting positions seamlessly. This innovative design aims to prevent debilitating postures, thereby enabling workers to operate more efficiently and for extended durations without health complications. The mechanical components of Exomys' exoskeleton are discreetly integrated beneath work attire, enhancing user safety and comfort compared to traditional systems that are often cumbersome and intrusive. Overall, Exomys' technology seeks to improve workplace productivity while prioritizing employee well-being.

Silencions is a company focused on developing advanced acoustic technology aimed at significantly reducing noise pollution and vibration in various industries, including aerospace, automotive, construction equipment, and household items. Its innovative solutions utilize engineered, sub-wavelength periodic architecture to combat noise and vibration effectively. By leveraging the expertise of an interdisciplinary team of scientists and engineers with international backgrounds, Silencions provides unique noise and vibration suppression capabilities, opening up new opportunities for clients seeking to address these issues across diverse applications.

Multiscale Systems produces industrial innovations through technical engineering services and a robust in-house R&D program. The company specializes in metamaterial composites and focuses on advanced manufacturing.

MuZ Motion is a robotics company that specializes in high-performance motion and control automation solutions. The company has developed a patented technology known as the Field Modulation Motion System (FMMS), which addresses the limitations of existing robotics motion systems. This innovative system enhances performance features, allowing businesses, particularly in the collaborative robotics sector, to achieve significant advancements in motion capabilities. By expanding application possibilities, MuZ Motion aims to create disruptive advancements in the robotics industry, thereby increasing market opportunities for its clients.

Komp-ACT SA is a Swiss company established in 2018, specializing in the manufacturing of electric motion technologies for the electric manufacturing industry. Based in Écublens, the company develops innovative products, including electric linear actuators, electronic controllers, and electric direct-drive grippers. Komp-ACT's flagship product, Modula, represents a significant advancement in electric actuator solutions, aimed at modernizing industrial automation. These actuators are designed to enhance the efficiency of machinery by reducing weight and maintenance costs, while also minimizing the risk of electric and mechanical failures. Additionally, they contribute to lower energy consumption and reduced CO2 emissions, aligning with sustainable practices in machinery development. Komp-ACT's focus on creating environmentally friendly solutions positions it as a key player in the shift towards sustainable electric machinery.

MagnebotiX, founded in 2014 and based in Zurich, specializes in the development and production of advanced magnetic manipulation systems. The company focuses on creating magnetic field generators and micromagnetic agents, utilizing their extensive expertise in the field. Their innovative products are designed to facilitate both fundamental and applied scientific research, enabling users to perform complex micromanipulation tasks wirelessly. MagnebotiX’s systems are particularly valuable as untethered mechanical probes, allowing access to otherwise unreachable areas and enabling targeted cargo delivery for minimally invasive biological studies. By leveraging the transmission of power and guidance through applied magnetic fields, MagnebotiX supports a wide range of research applications in the field of magnetic phenomena and magnetic microrobots.

Ras Labs, LLC is a company that specializes in the development and production of Synthetic Muscle, a polymer-based material that mimics natural muscle movement through expansion and contraction in response to electric impulses. Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Quincy, Massachusetts, Ras Labs focuses on enhancing the interface between mechanical devices and humans. Its innovations are particularly beneficial in the fields of prosthetics, rehabilitative robotics, and protective devices. The company also manufactures robotic arm products that incorporate material science and data engineering to achieve precise motion in automation processes. These products feature tactile sensors that enable soft gripping of fragile objects, improving touch detection and location sensing in robotic grippers. Ras Labs aims to facilitate gentle grasping and adaptive responses in robotic applications, promoting more intuitive interactions between humans and machines.

Solar Engineering Solution (SES) offers breakthrough solar thermal technologies to deliver clean and cost-efficient cooling and heating solutions for commercial buildings. Heating, cooling, and hot water account for more than 40% of total energy use in buildings (over $170 B/yr), and represents 10% of US CO2 emission. Our solar thermal collector, smart control and other innovations, enable building owners to achieve payback within 3-5 years by a typical 85% reduction in energy operating costs.