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Seeking kerbside recyclable alternative to our flexible plastic bags used in frozen food cooking for microwave usage

• Posted by Nomad Foods
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• Project Size : 0 - 50,000 €

As a global market leader in frozen foods, Nomad Foods is seeking to future-proof our packaging portfolio by identifying sustainable, kerbside-recyclable alternatives to our current flexible plastic bags. The solution must withstand continuous storage at -18°C and meet RecyClass RAM Grade A or B criteria, specifically optimized for the UK recycling infrastructure. We prioritize materials that can be integrated into existing manufacturing lines and are supported by case studies of successful market implementation. The ideal solution should be scalable across our global brand footprint.

Seeking injectable, highly flexible sealing system for personal care devices

• Posted by The Procter & Gamble Company
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• Project Size : 250,000 - 1,000,000 €

We are looking for a material /process that allows to inject a flexible sealing / fluid barrier in particular areas of an already assembled device and that can fill gaps in the range of 1 mm – 3 mm between movable and fixed parts.

Seeking a next generation material for safe Microwave, Oven and Air Fryer cooking from frozen

• Posted by Nomad Foods
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• Project Size : 0 - 50,000 €

As a global market leader in the frozen food sector, Nomad Foods is seeking advanced material solutions capable of maintaining structural and chemical integrity across an extreme thermal lifecycle: from deep-freeze storage at -18°C to active cooking in microwaves, air fryers, and conventional ovens (up to 220°C). The material must not adversely affect the product in any way: Proposals must demonstrate that the material has zero organoleptic impact, ensuring no migration of taste, odor, or aroma to the food product throughout its lifecycle. To ensure the long-term sustainability of our packaging portfolio, the material must achieve a RecyClass Recyclability Assessment Method (RAM) rating of Grade A or B. This may be accomplished through the use of an appropriate barrier coating or by utilising an existing recyclable substrate. The packaging format remains open, though our preference is to identify solutions that could replace our current flexible plastic cook‑in pouches or trays. The technology we are seeking should be at the functional prototype stage. The proposed packaging format must enable a high-performance "cook-in-pack" solution for our consumers. This technology will facilitate steam-cooking directly within the bag, pouch, or enclosed material, preserving the nutritional integrity of the food. The material must offer high transparency, allowing consumers to see the product, allowing us to showcase our vibrant, high-quality ingredients, emphasizing the premium nature and freshness of the Nomad Foods portfolio.

SmartFloor - Low power and wireless system for indoor detection, localization and navigation

• Posted by UACOOPERA University of Aveiro from uacoopera
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• Patents for licensing

Wireless system for indoor detection, localization and navigation support of people or objects. The system is composed of a set of passive sensors integrated into the floor, which may be constituted by several materials, and does not require wired power feeding. The data collection and analysis modules communicate wirelessly.

Reflux air condenser which solves water condensers' drawbacks without any performance loss.

• Posted by Christophe Auriant from Ouest Valorisation
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• Innovative Products and Technologies

Reflux air condenser which solves water condensers' drawbacks without any performance loss. A reflux air condenser which can solve following water condensers' issues: -Need for a water supply. -High water consumption. -Can lead to local floods, especially for long lasting synthesis (overnight) -Congestion with water pipes. -High probability of cuts during water pipes plug in. -Progressive fouling by µ-algaes.

Non-invasive method to objectively determine the dynamics of the tear film and diagnose dry-eye disease (DED)

• Posted by Servei de Gestió de la Innovació from Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya - UPC
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• Innovative Products and Technologies

A new system for the assessment of the tear film quality and the diagnosis of dry-eye has been developed. Based on a non-invasive recording of images of the light reflected on the tear-film of the eye, posterior image processing allows the objective assessment of dry-eye. It’s a simple and cost-effective system easy to use in clinics.