Elkem partners with Startuplab to drive green technology innovation

Are you ready to learn about a game-changing partnership that’s driving green technology innovation?

Elkem ASA, a company that’s no stranger to innovation, has joined forces with Startuplab, Norway’s leading incubator and early-stage investor for technology startups. This partnership is all about accelerating the development of green industrial technologies and digital solutions, including 3D printing. Let’s dive into the details and see what this means for the future of sustainable technology.

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A Commitment to Open Innovation

“Elkem strives to be at the forefront of technological advancements, continuously exploring new ways of manufacturing our existing product portfolio more sustainably and efficiently, and developing new products for a better world. This collaboration with Startuplab is a testament to our commitment to open innovation,” said Louis Vovelle, SVP of Innovation and R&D at Elkem.

By partnering with Startuplab, Elkem is opening itself up to a world of new ideas and possibilities. This partnership will pave the way for collaborations that will explore new frontiers in material science, energy efficiency, and digitalization.

Accelerating Innovation with Startuplab

Startuplab provides a dynamic environment where startups can work with industry majors like Elkem through knowledge exchange and collaborative projects to grow their ideas into sustainable businesses. This interplay not only speeds up the innovation process but also ensures that the technologies developed are aligned with market needs and sustainability goals.

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“Startups often bring forward solutions that are both cost-effective and innovative. They operate at a completely different pace in developing and scaling new solutions compared to large corporations. Having a strong industrial player like Elkem involved is highly valuable for Norwegian entrepreneurs who want to validate their solutions and scale them internationally,” said Christina Wiig, Head of Partnerships at Startuplab.

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Elkem’s Focus on Sustainability

Elkem is already piloting some groundbreaking projects that showcase its commitment to sustainability. One of these projects involves capturing and recycling the carbon in the production process to create CO₂-free silicon production. Other projects include the development of 3D printed metal components for electric scooter motors from iron-silicon powder, and 3D printed silicones for the aeronautics and healthcare industries.

Project Description
CO₂-free silicon production Elkem is piloting a groundbreaking concept that involves capturing and recycling the carbon in the production process to create CO₂-free silicon production.
3D printed metal components Elkem is developing 3D printed metal components for electric scooter motors from iron-silicon powder.
3D printed silicones Elkem is developing 3D printed silicones for the aeronautics and healthcare industries.

Enhancing Competitiveness through Collaboration

By collaborating with Startuplab and its dynamic ecosystem, Elkem can tap into the innovation potential of startups, strengthening its workplace culture of experimentation and creativity, and enhancing its competitiveness.

“By collaborating with Startuplab and its dynamic ecosystem, Elkem can tap into the innovation potential of startups, strengthening our workplace culture of experimentation and creativity, and enhancing our competitiveness. This is important to realize Elkem’s strategy for sustainable, profitable growth and specialization,” said Håvard Moe, SVP for Technology at Elkem.

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Digital Transformation at Elkem

Digital transformation is a key focus for Elkem, and its partnership with Startuplab will accelerate this journey. The company is enhancing efficiency and performance by integrating digital tools, including VR training for hazardous situations and advanced fire detection to improve safety.

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“Digital transformation is a key focus for Elkem, and our partnership with Startuplab will accelerate this journey. We are enhancing efficiency and performance by integrating digital tools, including VR training for hazardous situations and advanced fire detection to improve safety. These innovations strengthen our position in a rapidly evolving market,” said Lyudmyla Vynnytska, Digitalization Director at Elkem.

Conclusion

The partnership between Elkem and Startuplab is a significant step towards driving green technology innovation. By working together, these two companies can accelerate the development of cutting-edge technologies and digital solutions that will shape the future of sustainable technology. As the world becomes increasingly focused on sustainability, collaborations like this one will become more and more important.

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