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For chemical-based industries to respond to global challenges, we need to improve productivity and maintain the competitiveness of our manufacturing processes.
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It is crucial for the UK to adopt newer, more intensive process technologies that are scalable, flexible and tolerant to alternative feedstocks. Enhancing capabilities will also need the adoption of advanced digital solutions that utilise the right data to increase productivity.
Innovate UK Business Connect can support organisations in connecting across sectors and capabilities to meet these new business needs. We will also encourage the development and adoption of processes for synthesis and catalysis that offer commercial advantages, and help increase adoption of techno-economic, whole-system approaches to optimised solutions.
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Innovation Exchange Challenge: Measurement of coated glass temperature within the furnace/manufacturing process
Opens: 20/08/2025 Closes: 17/09/2025
Pilkington are looking for technology for accurate & reliable measurement of coated glass temperature.
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Innovation Exchange challenge: Heat recovery and process efficiency optimisation in advanced plasma coating manufacturing
Opens: 20/08/2025 Closes: 17/09/2025
Zircotec is seeking a practical, scalable solution to optimise energy efficiency by better use and management of heat in its operations.
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Innovation Exchange Challenge: Valorisation of paint waste from vessel and equipment cleaning
Opens: 20/08/2025 Closes: 17/09/2025
PPG seek innovators who can valorise paint waste from vessel and equipment cleaning, aiming to find a sustainable and circular solution for the solid waste.
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