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SME Specific Measures Competitive and Sustainable Growth

Exploratory AwardProposal number EXAW-1999-00580

Acronym VIHI

Proposal title STUDY OF THE DETECTION RANGE PERFORMANCE OF NIGHT VISIONEQUIPMENT ON HIGH SPEED CRAFT UNDER A RANGE OF ENVIRONMENTALCONDITIONS AT SEA IN ORDER TO ESTABLISH PEFORMANCE STANDARDS FOR SAFE OPERATION OF FAST PASSENGER FERRIES AT NIGHT

Abstract There are no international performance standards for night vision equipment forhigh speed craft (HSC) and there is no reliable information on the performance ofnight vision equipment under the range of environmental conditions that areexperienced by high speed passenger ferries operating at night.This project will draw together the available European expertise to study thecharacteristics of the different hazards and small craft that might be involved incollisions with HSC and measure the laboratory and sea performance

Key Action GROW-2. Key action: Sustainable mobility and intermodality

Start date 18/05/2001 End date 28/02/2002

Intended Step 2 project Cooperative Research (CRAFT) Duration Exploratory Phase 6 months

SME Coordinator MR GEORGE ANTHONY EWER Company size S3VISTAR NIGHT VISION LTD24 DOMAN ROADGUI15 3DF - CAMBERLEY, SURREYUnited KingdomPhone: +44 1276 708800Fax: +44 1276 708807Internet: www.vistar.co.uk

SME Proposer(s)AG REEDEREI NORDEN-FRISIA Germany S4

Last update 18/6/2001



Acronym AEINSERVICE

Proposal title In-service non destructive monitoring of industrial structures by new Acoustic Emission technology

Abstract The goal of this CRAFT project is the development of a control apparatus to monitorstatic and dynamic structures under service conditions, i.e. without stopping plantor machinery activity, at a cost of few hundreds Euro per monitoring point.The objectives are the development of multipurpose devices for wide applications,based on transducers which detect acoustic emissions due to active defects and ana-lyse them in real time. The specific software will evaluate importance of signalssource and inform operators on risk level.This implies research on the propagation of signals as a function of structure geo-metry and materials (metals, non-metals and concrete).The objective will be achieved with advanced microelectronics and specific signalanalysis. Expected results will increase safety of plants and of buildings.

Key Action GROW-6. RTD activities of a generic nature : Measurement and testing



SME Coordinator Dr. Lucio GIULIANI Company size S2ATELs.r.l.Via Valle Caia snc00040 - PomeziaItalyPhone: +39.06.9146053Fax: +39.06.9145963

SME Proposer(s)HMC Corlab b.v. The Netherlands S2




Acronym NSE PRO

Proposal title NOVEL SURFACE ENGINEERED COUNTERFACE SYSTEMS FOR PROSTHESES APPLICATIONS

Abstract Conventional prostheses materials which are acceptable to the body includeaustenitic stainless steels and titaniumalloys which usually articulate withultra high molecular weight polyethylene counterfaces. However, these materialssuffer from poor tribological properties and wear debris produced have anadverse clinical effect on prostheses patients. This leads to unacceptably poorlong term outcomes for young patients. The availability of plasma immersionion implantation in Europe, which is a surface engineering technology whichcan generate wear resistant surface layers in both metallic and polymericmaterials,provides a special opportunity to manufacture "long life" surfaceengineered medical prostheses, thus opening up new opportunities for youngerpatients.

Key Action GROW-5. RTD activities of a generic nature : Materials and their technologies for production and transformation and new and improved materials and production technologies in the steel field



SME Coordinator Professor Barry L MORDIKE Company size S2Zentrum für Funktionswerkstoffe (Clausthal) gmbHSachsenweg 838678 - CLAUSTHAL-ZELLERFELDGermanyPhone: +49 5323 9385-0Fax: +49 5323 9385-20

SME Proposer(s)Juhasz Imre es Lanyai Protetim Orvosi Muszergyarto Kft. Hungary S4




Acronym EMINCPM

Proposal title ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT FOR REFURBISHMENT INTEGRATED WITH CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Abstract The construction sector is the most dominating one as to environmental impact. The largest potential for improving Eco-efficiency lies within refurbishment of buildings. This project will focus on the preservation of any building under renewal, and the use, reuse or recycling of parts of the building. Next the focus will be on reduced consumption of new materials and less products or waste for deposit. The project target is to develop an integrated pack of tools that enable the SME main contractor to manage , to co-ordinate and influence upon the refurbishment process in a documented Eco-efficient way. The pack will include a structured process model with operational procedures, technical guidelines assisting optimisation and forms for control, documentation and on line Intranet communication between all agents along the supply chain. The target is a reduction of waste from the refurbished existing building to deposit by 25-75% and from the new material brought to the site with 20-30%.




SME Coordinator Managing Director Rolf-Thore JOHANSEN Company size S4MODERNE BYGGFORNYELSE A/SBrochmannsgate 90470 - OSLONorwayPhone: 4722025110Fax: 4722025115Email: [email protected]: http://www.byggfornyelse.no

SME Proposer(s)ELINDO A/S Denmark S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 45 - Construction

51 - Wholesale trade and commission trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles60 - Land transport; transport via pipelines37 - Recycling

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Acronym LOGinCPM

Proposal title LOGISTICS FOR TECHNICAL INTALLATIONS INTEGRATED WITH CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT

Abstract Technical installations represent 30 -40% of building construction costs and are continuing to be a growing and increasingly complicated part. Due to the traditional split into several different trades for the technical consultants and the contractors (e.g. Electrician, Sanitary and Heat/ventilation/air-condition) this area has a great potential for improving efficiency and effectiveness. The project will bridge the trade splits within design and management of work processes and logistics. The deliverables will be a pack of tools: (1) A model for a virtual co-operative organisation to enable the SME's to undertake the total installation services for complex jobs. (2) A supply chain management system model with operational procedures for mutual scheduling and logistics. (3) An Intranet communication platform for all agents in a building project, e.g. material producers, designers, client, main contractor, all subcontractors, wholesalers, carrier, recycling company.

Key Action GROW-1. Key action: Innovative products, processes and organisation



SME Coordinator Managing Director Ragnar BERGET Company size S4WERNER-WINTHER A/SHaslevangen 45BPO Box 224 OEkern0580 - OSLONorwayPhone: 4723174060Fax: 4722658407Email: werwin@online-no

SME Proposer(s)COLLIANDERS ROER A/B Sweden S3


51 - Wholesale trade and commission trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles60 - Land transport; transport via pipelines37 - Recycling

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Acronym ISOSYS

Proposal title DEVELOPMENT OF NEW ISOLATION MATERIALS APPLICABLE TO THEREFRIGERATING TRANSPORT

Abstract Now the isolaton of the refrigerating trucks boxes is obtained performing thewalls of the box with a sandwich formed by outer layers of PRFV (Polyester andFibber glass) of 3 mm and inside polyurethane plates of 55-100 mm. The bottom partof the box is produced inserting inside the above structure board plywood and Woodstringers. This system has elevated weight (235 Kg./m). All it reduces the liftingcapacity of the vehicle increase the consumption of fuel when the truck circulatesin emptiness and the instability. The objective is to investigate and to developnew mixtures of materials with better isolation characteristics, and slighter thatcan replace the present PRFV. In addition, to research new plastic materials thatcan substitute wood and steel components. It will be investigated to obtain theoptimal mixture from the point of view of the isolation, the cost and the weight.To reach this goal it will be tried with two materials: a resin to imbibe and a fibre.

Key Action GROW-3. Key action: Land transport and marine technologies



SME Coordinator Mr. Fco. Javier FERNÁNDEZ CABALLERO Company size S4TECNOLOGIAS DE VEHICULOS ESPECIALES FIBERGLASS, S.L.Polígono Industrial Parcelas 27-3013640 - Herencia (Ciudad Real)SpainPhone: 34926574710Fax: 34926572296Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)POLYMERICS, GMBH Germany S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 34 - Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers

60 - Land transport; transport via pipelines24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products

Comments SME manufacturer of trucks boxes. Carriage makers.SME of refrigerating transports.Chemical company producer of plastic products.Research centres specialised in chemistry of the plastic.




Acronym OPTIDEBRI

Proposal title OPTIMAL SELLECTION AND REUSE OF CONSTRUCTIONDEBRIS

Abstract The increase of the construction debris mainly due to renewal of the buildings and the associated dump solution begins to have a significant environment importance The main problem in the reuse of the construction debris is their variability which makes very difficult to define their characteristics and so to achieve uniformity of the recycled products. This project as the aim of defining strategies for optimal demolishing at the site, to develop techniques to separate the debris, to define the best characteristics of the crushed fragments, and the best proportions in the debris mix, and to define the type of construction elements that are more appropriate for each selection of debris. Prototypes of the systems to separate the debris will be implemented and some construction elements will be built and tested with optimal debris.




SME Coordinator RUI OLIVEIRA Company size S3LOBBE TRANSLICON, LDARUA GIL VICENTE LT 59QTA DAS LARANJEIRAS2865-089 - FERNÃO FERRO - SEIXALPortugalPhone: 212122170Fax: 212122120

SME Proposer(s)MAN.TA. INGROSS S.R.L. Italy S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 45 - ConstructionComments




Acronym CAREA

Proposal title CAROB BEAN OR GUAR: DEVELOPING AN ANTI-FRAUD METHODOLOGY

Abstract European Directive (98/86/EC) presents an important gap in the technical description of procedure to distinguish between two food additives E-410 (carob bean) and E-412 (guar). This fact allows the fraud on the use and on the purity ofspecific additives by end usersEuropean companies are in a disadvantaged situation respecting Asian ones. The useof E-412 instead of E-410 affect directly to European market. The undetectableadulteration of carob bean gum batches with guar gum, affect to the price of theproduct. The adulteration (10-40%) causes reduction of the price of some batches(70-90%) of the real costs. The fraud supposes an illegal and uncontroled competence against European companies. As consequence, the actual situation actsindirectly on sustainable growth of their employs.That is why is necessary the development of a new method capable to discriminatebetween both types of additives to give solution to this problem.




SME Coordinator Mr. Gregorio BIBILONI Company size S3CAROB S.A.Gremi de Celleters 14307141 - MarratxiSpainPhone: 34971604480Fax: 34971604764Internet: http://www.carob.es

SME Proposer(s)GEL STAR IMPORT-EXPORT GMBH Germany S2




Acronym TAR

Proposal title BRANDING SHEEP WITH TAR PITCH: DEVELOPING AN ECO-EFFICIENTPROCESS FOR WOOL TREATMENT

Abstract The traditional method of branding causes serious problems to wool manufacturers because it supposes huge technological difficulties on the wool treatment. In the industrial process one of the steps consists on the treatment with strong detergents and sulphuric acid, which promote formation of lipid (tar pitch and coloured wax) tangles. Those tangles are very difficult to separate from the wool. Most companies separate it manually using hazardous organic solvents obtaining poor results. Workers using Pulverised trichloridethilene carry out the treatment of wool assuming high health risk and causing water and atmosphere pollution. Despite efforts, wool obtained presents small black spots, which can not be separated. Theproblem is solved with a rude method: using dark tinctures to unmask black spots in woollen products. A new chemical process based on Eco-friendly products could solve this problem, which affects both company benefits and environment and health workers.




SME Coordinator MR. CARLOS RODRIGUEZ ARIAS Company size S4CIPRIANO RODRIGUEZ ARIAS, S.A.RODRIGUEZ YAGÜE 26.37700 - BEJAR (SALAMANCA)SpainPhone: 923400300Fax: 923400302

SME Proposer(s)M. CARMONA S.A. Portugal S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 17 - Manufacture of textiles

24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical productsComments




Acronym Fob'O'Tec

Proposal title Automating the Assembly of Footwear with Bottom StitchingTechniques

Abstract During Step One the necessary preparations for a Step Two Proposal are planned. The Exploratory Phase will comprise a detailed literature study, including the study of available patents. This goes together with a detailed market analysis. A search for appliable systems already existing will be included, too. A feasibility study is to be carried out. During the time of the Exploratory Award the SME proposers will have to look for further partners. The Step Two proposal aims at the development of a sewing automate able to stitch the soles of shoes to the upper parts. Up to now no such machinery system is known. So the work that must be carried out in order to sew soles of shoes to the upper parts is to be done "by hand". The work is tedious and also dangerous for the worker to do.The development of this machinery system which application is not limited to t:he use in shoe manufacturing will be carried out by at least one machine manufacturer in close co-operation with shoe manufacturers.




SME Coordinator Mr. Hans AGNE Company size S3AMS GMBHAGNE MASCHINEN- UND STAHLBAUFlugplatz Gebäude 6266482 - ZweibrückenGermanyPhone: 49633241911Fax: 49633241900

SME Proposer(s)LIMA & RESENDE, LD^A. Portugal S3

MARI Greece S2




Acronym STARCHLAYER

Proposal title PRODUCTION OF EASILY RECYCLABLE CO-EXTRUDED SHEETS BASED IN THE

USE OF A RENEWABLE BIOPOLYMER AS INNER LAYER

Abstract Complex co-extrusions offer good barrier properties against water vapour, gasesand aromas, together with outstanding mechanical properties. During extrusion andvacuum forming a lot of waste is produced. For several years now the SME proposershave been looking at different technical solutions to efficiently separate thedifferent co-extruded layers in order to recover and thus reuse valuable polymers,such as polystyrene. The proposed RTD work will focus on the production of easilyrecyclable co-extruded sheets based in the use of a renewable biopolymer as innerlayer. The use of a biopolymer as inner layer in the food container sheets, canselectively facilitate the adhesion of layers - by dissolving it in hot water, forinstance. A broad range of separation techniques is then available to separate thedifferent layers. In this way, fabrication losses can directly be recycled and reprocessed internally leading to a reduction in waste (up to 40 %).




SME Coordinator Mr. DANIEL TUDELA Company size S4ENVASES DEL VALLES, S.A.PORVENIR S/N -ZONA INDUSTRIAL SUR08450 - LLINARS DEL VALLES (BARCELONA)SpainPhone: 34938427000Fax: 34938412465Email: [email protected]: http://www.edv.es

SME Proposer(s)INTEGRATED RECYCLING SYSTEMS United Kingdom S3




Acronym P.L.U.S.

Proposal title Research and Development of a New Plumb Line Universal Monitoring System

Abstract The project aims at the research and development of a new range of instruments, based on the plumb-line principle but with innovative measuring techniques, to monitor rotations that may occur to foundations or structures. They will offer increased precision and reliability coupled with cost curbing down to roughly 1/3. They will be equipped with high friendly interface for easy utilisation even by unskilled users and employment in stand-alone configurations or in automated survey systems. They will replace, almost entirely, the various measuring techniques so far in use which are very expensive and therefore have a limited utilisation. Massive monitoring on world-wide scale of civil engineering works - e.g. dams, bridges, ports, communication lines, etc. - could be achieved at much reduced costs with improved precision and reliability thus resulting in increased safety conditions of population leaving nearby .




SME Coordinator Eng. FRANCO ROBOTTI Company size S2ADVANCED GEOTECHNICAL INSTRUMENTATION SYSTEMS & CONSULTINGVia Aldo Moro 220060 - LISCATEItalyPhone: 39029587690Fax: 39029578381Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)ARS ENGINEERINGCONSULTORES TÉCNICOS E Portugal S2REPRESENTAÇOES


29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering

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Acronym STERNUMSUTURE

Proposal title BIOABSORBABLE IMPLANT MATERIALS FOR CLOSING OF STERNOTOMY

Abstract The operative procedure for heart surgery uses uncontrolled mechanical forces via stainless steel wires over the sectioned sternum. The incidence of this kind of problems involves about 10% of all operated patients. Hence, to date the increasing rate of both the morbidity and mortality, due to such kind of complications, constitutes a genuine problem to the patient, his family and the community as a whole. The goal of the project is to develop new biodegradable implants (band and wires) that will replace the current used stainless wires, and have no negative impact on patients' health and quality of life. In this way we hope to eliminate uncontrolled operative procedure that is undoubtedly responsible for the suture complications immediately postoperatively on the one hand and functional (normal breathing) limitations on the other hand. The final deliverables will be: - An improved resorbable implant (biomaterial band and wires) - A new set of instruments helping the surgeon to properly apply the biomaterial - A new surgical Protocol to be verified in a prospective clinical trial.




SME Coordinator Prof. Pertti TORMALA Company size S4BIONX IMPLANTS LTDHermlenkatu 6-8 LPO Box 333721 - TAMPEREFinlandPhone: 358405146944Fax: 35833434820Email: [email protected]: http://www.blonximplants.com

SME Proposer(s)MEDICREA France S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 33 - Manufacture of medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocksComments




Acronym COATSOW

Proposal title TOWARDS ZERO-WASTE PRODUCTION IN SLAUGHTERS AND TANNERIES AS A RESULT OF A SYMBIOTIC INTERACTION.

Abstract Coat sow residues (hair of animals) can not be recovered and recycled becauseserious technological difficulties for its treatment by any method considered.That is why coat sow residues are, at the end, dumped into urban landfills. In some cases those organic residues suppose up to 80% of the whole volume of wastes located in landfillsDeveloping a profitable methodology to transform it in compost will solve this problem. Moreover, the use of such a rich product could generate a compost with a high added value because high nitrogen levels of this residue. The actual tendency on the utilisation of compost by farmers is growing up. This methodology permits the reduction of the landfill pressure through the recycle of the organic residues. The implementation of this methodology suppose the symbiotic collaboration between slaughters/tanneries, transformation companies and farmers that will close a cycle of life where should generate a considerable number of specialised employees




SME Coordinator Mr. SANTIAGO MARTIN-GOMEZ Company size S3EMBUTIDOS Y JAMONES FERMIN, S.L.Ctra. Salamanca, Km 77.337624 - LA ALBERCASpainPhone: 34923415135Fax: 34923415252Email: [email protected]: www.fermin.verial.esz

SME Proposer(s)QUAL - FORMAÇÃO E SERVIÇOS E? GESTÃO DA Portugal S2QUALIDADE LOLA.




Acronym GAS PHASE DEVOC

Proposal title V.O.C. oxydation using electric discharges and catalytic bed

Abstract Aim of this research is to develop a new process for V.O.C. (Volatile Organic Compounds) destruction, in order to satisfy the new thresholds foreseen by the Community rules, by employing a very innovative synergy between electric arc and catalytic bed. One task is the optimization between cleaning efficiency and installation and operating costs. The industrial sectors which could apply this technology mainly are all those using solvents in their production processes. Since this new process can destroy even odours, micropollutants and bacteria, a further employment field concern the cleaning of air in rooms with people (e.g. hospitals, schools..). Actually, we consider that the research will attend its primary tasks in case of demonstration that the new plants can have more economic installation costs of 15% and operating costs reduced of 30% compared to plants using the best known technologies and working in the same running conditions and efficiency.




SME Coordinator Ing. ERNESTO BARDELLI Company size S2H.R.S. ENGINEERINGVIA DE GASPERI, 6821010 - FERNOItalyPhone: 390331726111Fax: 390331726104Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)PRODUIT BERGER SA France S3




Acronym Prestress - GRC

Proposal title Innovative Prestress Systems for G.R.CStrutural Elements

Abstract The GRC precast structural elements have high durability as no steel is incorporated. Unfortunately use this material prestress must be applied. The use of unbounded prestress presents some technical problems related to steel relaxation and to the anchorage systems. Besides that to obtain elements corrosion free prestress tendons must be made of non metallic materials, namely fibre reinforced polymer (FRP) tendons, made of glass , aramid or carbon fibres. The use of these materials in prestress presents technical difficulties namely associated with their interaction and adherence with GRC. If these problems are overcome then the precast industry has quitea new material with economical, social/environment advantages and with a very high durability. This project as the aim of developing new prestress systems to be applied in GRC structural elements,with the emphasis in the use of FRP tendons. Solutions for the rope protection, adherence, anchorage, prestress control and prestress behaviour along time will be analysed. Prototypes of GRC element prestressed with the new systems will be built and tested.




SME Coordinator Mr ALBERTO VIEIRA Company size S4PAVICENTRO - PRÉ-FABRICACÃO, SAEIXO - AVEIROApartado 23801-501 - AVEIROPortugalPhone: 00351234920200Fax: 00351234920201

SME Proposer(s)PRECOMPRESSI CENTRO NORD Italy S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 45 - ConstructionComments




Acronym TOPIC

Proposal title TEAM AND OPERATIVE PERFORMANCE INFORMATION CAPTURE FOR FOOTWEAR

Abstract Shoemaking in the EU is still a labour intensive industry, relying on the individual skills of production personnel. Individual operators can develop highlevels of skill for specialised operations but often their productivity is not reflected in the efficiency of the overall operation, because of dissimilar levelsof skill from other operators. It is an immensely difficult task to balance the production to maximise these individual skills. Typically an SME can lose between8-15% of its output from this kind of inefficiency, and with the high cost oflabour in most EU countries, inefficiency of this magnitude seriously erodes the ability of manufactures to compete with cheaper, imported products. This projectwill develop a work recording system to monitor individual operator's productivityand relate these to a group or team activity. The system will display informationto allow the user to modify working methods, rebalance workflow and identifytraining opportunities.




SME Coordinator MR DEAN CLARKE Company size S4WILLIAM GREEN & SON LTDQUEEN STREETNN10 0AB - RUSHDEN, NORTHAMPTONSHIREUnited KingdomPhone: 441933358734Fax: 441933410106

SME Proposer(s)TSAGALIDIS ANASTASIOS Greece S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 19 - Tanning and dressing of leather; manufacture of luggage, handbags, saddlery, harness and

footwear

Comments IN VARIOUS SECTORS OF MANUFACTURE




Acronym WOODSAND

Proposal title Development of new devices for the sanding of wood varnishedpieces with special profiles.

Abstract Now, the sanded of wood pieces with special profiles is a manual operation sincemachines or devices that could adapt theirself to the forms of the piece do notexist. This manual operation is expensive, slow and lead to discontinuities in thesandpapering that decrease the quality of the product. In addition, each doorpiece has to be process separately in several production processes.The objective is to develop a new highly reliable machine with specialheadstocks that adapt to the contour of the piece exerting the same pressure inthe entire surface. These headstocks will be of an adaptable soft material like rubber or fatty foams. Specific RTD goal is to shortened the production phase by60% more and over, processing all the different pieces of the door together in asingle production process, so that raw materials and natural resources will besaved.




SME Coordinator Mr. Alberto HERNÁNDEZ REDONDO Company size S4BRICO BLOCK, S.A.Carretera de Tembleque s/n.45860 - Villacañas (Toledo)SpainPhone: 34925200900Fax: 34925201273

SME Proposer(s)QUICKWOOD, S.R.L. Italy S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 20 - Manufacture of wood and of products of wood and cork, except furniture; manufacture of

articles of straw and plaiting materials

29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.36 - Manufacture of furniture; manufacturing n.e.c.

Comments SMEs manufacturers of either wood doors or furnitures.SMEs machinery manufacturers.Centre of technology of the wood.Research centre specialised in industrial machinery.




Acronym LUBEXME

Proposal title NEW MIXED METHOD COMBINING EXTRACTION BY SUPERCRITICAL FLUIDS AND ULTRAFILTRATION BY MEMBRANES FOR THE REGENERATION OF USED LUBRICANT OIL WASTES

Abstract The main objective of the project is the development of a cost effective, new mixed method of regenerat:ion of used lubricant oil into clean lubricant bases, that combines the utilisation of extraction by supercritical fluids andultra-filtration by membranes. The objective comprises both the theoreticalresearch and practical implementation:1. Precise design of the physical-chemicalprocesses and their optimisation for regenerating used lubricant oil at alaboratory scale.2. Practical implementation of the designed method by building aregeneration installation at a prototype or semi-industrial scale capable ofproducing acceptable clean lubricant bases in a cost-effective way.There is a good opportunity for SMEs by filling the gap in the technological offerfor regeneration of used lubricant oils to obtain high quality lubricant bases,that is practically non existent in many European countries or is inaccessiblefrom the economical point of vieuw for SMEs, in some others.




SME Coordinator graduate Vicente GALVÁN Company size S2APROVECHAMIENTO Y VALORIZACIÓN DE RESIDUOS. S.L.C/ Orense, 8528020 - MADRIDSpainPhone: 913511938Fax: 913511830Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)CAPA-VEÍCULOS E MÁQUINAS INDUSTRIAIS,LDA. Portugal S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 37 - Recycling

73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineeringComments SMEs : recycling ( treatment of industrial wastes ) & manufacturing of equipment for the

chemical industry, companies. RTD performers: Universities, technological centres & companies with expertise in extraction by supercritical fluids & ultrafiltration by membranes.




Acronym SUPERSYN

Proposal title Continuous clean production of fine chemicals in supercritical carbon dioxide

Abstract Supercritical CO2 is an attractive medium for the cleaner synthesis of fine chemicals, offering the possibility of process intensification, increased selectivity and reduced environmtental impact. Recent research has demonstrated that continuous supercritical reactors can have distinct advantages for hydrogenation and other reactions, However, there is relatively little fundamental understanding of why these reactors are so effective. The project will therefore undertake investigations of phase behaviour, measurement of reaction kinetics and modelling at laboratory scale, and then proceed to develop scale up rules for industrial reactors. The Friedel-Crafts reaction will serve as a first demonstration of the knowhow gained, but a wider range of reactions will also be studied, including etherification and dehydrogenation. The prime proposer is Thomas Swan & Co, a UK SME: chemicals manufacturer with an interest in exploiting supercritical fluids as reaction solvents.



Intended Step 2 project RTD Project (Collaborative Research) Duration Exploratory Phase 5 months

SME Coordinator Dr Stephen ROSS Company size S4THOMAS SWAN & CO LTDCrookhallDH8 7ND - ConsettUnited KingdomPhone: 441207505131Fax: 441207590467Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)NWA GMBH Germany S2




Acronym Radar-Flow

Proposal title Advanced Flow Meter to Measure the Flow of Liquids in PartiallyFilled Pipes

Abstract All over Europe today there is a great need to accurately measure the amount of sewage water flowing through a pipe to retain tight control of the treatment process and thus ensure an efficient and environmentally safe operation. However, the current methods experience significant problems when trying to measure either open channel flow or the flow in partially filled closed pipes. In this context it is found that there is a great need for a simple, inexpensive and accurate flow measuring system that remains reliable in partially filled and open flow systems. The project aims to develop a flow meter based on high frequency radar technology using a partnership of organisations that combines proven research ability with market driven demands and consumer expertise. This partnership will give the project an excellent chance of success and will eventually lead to the exploitation of the proposed radar and signal processing technologies as well as widespread use of the flow meter.




SME Coordinator Mr Jens KRUSE Company size S3MJK AUTOMATION A/SByageren 7DK - 2850 - NaerumDenmarkPhone: 4545560656Fax: 4545560646Email: [email protected]: www.mjk.dk

SME Proposer(s)INNOSENT GMBH Germany S2




Acronym REPOCH

Proposal title Recycling methodologies for photographic chemicals resulting in usable products.

Abstract Photographic processing resul ts in large quantities of liquid effluent which is a concern for the environment. The aim of the project is to develop a multi-step process for the treatment of photographic liquid wastes, with the following characteristics and advantages:- Treatment of all types of was te photographic chemicals Processing without producing any additional new waste Reclamation of valuable products (e.g. silver, NH3-solutions) Processing with minimal energy input by means of heat coupling. The process will require a number of regenerative, evaporation and rectification steps. However, different sectors (printing works, photographic laboratories, hospitals, PCB manufacturers, reprography shops etc.) use different solutions and chemicals. The object of this project is to realise a process suitable for all photographic chemicals.




SME Coordinator Dr Volker AURICH Company size S3CES B.VWildekamp 1B6704 AT - WageningenThe NetherlandsPhone: 31317421114Fax: 31317424716Email: [email protected]: www.bart.nl/~credo

SME Proposer(s)BREMER Germany S3SONDERABFALL-BERATUNGSGESELLSCHAFT MBH




Acronym SEN-SAW

Proposal title Development of strain and torque sensors based upon surface acoustic waves technology

Abstract Surface acoustic waves (SAWs) occur at the interface of an elastic medium. The waves can be used to detect physical parameters at the surface such as strain, torque, pressure and temperature. The concept of SAW sensors has been proved at a scientific level but the industrial applications are very limited indeed. The potential for SAW sensors as a contact-less, low-cost and reliable sensor is enormous. This project will develop SAW sensors capable to operate for many different applications such as brushless DC motors, mixers for the food and chemical industry, electrical power tool, condition monitoring of rotating machines and parts, etc. The project will be an excellent solution for industries that at present cannot monitor their parts and/or processes due to lack of suitable sensors and will generate important markets within Europe.




SME Coordinator Mr Andrew WILKINS Company size S2ISA DEVELOPMENTS LIMITEDPyndar LodgeWR8 0DN - Hanley SwanUnited KingdomPhone: 441684311550Fax: 441684311660Email: [email protected]: www.isadevs.co.uk

SME Proposer(s)CORRELATION SYSTEMS LTD Israel S3




Acronym ANOBA

Proposal title New Accurate Batch Anodising Technology

Abstract Alucol as a SME's involved in batch anodising of aluminium products, e.g. in architectural applications, is underpressure from legally enforced reductions in energy consumption, competitive coating techniques, like powder coating, and market demands for reproducible and sustainabe products. Using existing anodising technology a distribution of oxide layer thickness and quality over a batch of products is obtained, resulting in longer process times than necessary and insufficient reproducibility of coloured oxide layers. This forces us and other European SME's to seek new ways to improve the energy efficiency and accuracy of current batch anodising technology and thereby safeguarding and widening our market. It is the objective of this proposal to improve the process of industrial batch anodising with respect to the energy efficiency and the quality of the anodic layer by the introduction of new process technology, designed on the base of computer simulations and accurate electrochemical data. The hence obtained precise prediction and control of process will lead the way to an improvement of the energy efficiency with 25% by a reduction in process time.




SME Coordinator IR. J.S.H. GIESBERTS Company size S3ALUCOL BVSOERENDONCK 3PO Box 44036086 ZG - NEER, LIMBURGThe NetherlandsPhone: 31475591155Fax: 31475594508

SME Proposer(s)ELSYCA N.V. Belgium S2




Acronym Machine Guarding Device

Proposal title Innovative Trip Device for Machine Guarding

Abstract Annually, the EU suffers from 8,000 fatalities by machine operations and 2,000,000 severe accidents with machinery. One of the reasons is that available machine guarding solutions (e.g. pressure-sensitive safety mats, light curtains) are expensive. A promising system for human detection could be developed which can be used to guard a machine. This technology is based on the physical principle of change of attenuation in an optical fiber, when a force is applied on that fiber . This change of attenuation can be detected by a photo cell to trigger a machine stop. Among other advantages, a 70% lower costprice than current pressure-sensitive safety mats/bars and light curtains is anticipated. Once this technology becomes available to themarket, a higher level of machinery safety could be achieved against lower costs. The proposed project is defined to develop a trip device for machinery safety. After analysing and researching materials and components, a prototype system will be built and extensively tested, both in laboratory and in practical applications.




SME Coordinator Mr. Johan DIJKSTRA Company size S2LIGHTSPEED SECURITY SYSTEMS BVKennedyboulevard 6401931 XM - Egmond aan ZeeThe NetherlandsPhone: 072-506-6135Fax: 072-506-6230

SME Proposer(s)P. BOONEN & CO Belgium S3

PASSENGER LIFT SERVICES United Kingdom S3




Acronym FAST-FEEDER

Proposal title DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT OF A HIGH-SPEED CONTAINER FEEDER FOR SHORT SEA SHIPPING

Abstract The growing congestion on European highways increasingly demands for shiftingcargo transport from road to other modes of transport like railways andparticularly waterways. This means that ships have to become more competitive withrespect to the other modes of transport. For container transport, improvedconcepts for vessels and efficient cargo handling and transhipment systems areneeded.The main research goal is, therefore, to design and develop a high-speed containerfeeder for more competitive and reliable short sea shipping with the followingmain specifications: 350 TEU capacity, 130 m length, 16-18 m width, 6-7 m draughtand better hydro-dynamics allowing it to go 50 %- faster (= 21 to 25 knots) thancurrent feeders under the same operational conditions. Low operating costs (70-80% of conventional design). A 20-30 weight reduction by the use of high tensilesteel aluminium and composite materials. Improved fuel efficiency (15%) by the use of combined contra-rotating propeller-rudder system.




SME Coordinator Mr. Willem W.N. VAN DIJKE Company size S3HOLLAND MAAS SHIPPING B.V.Albert PlesmanwegPO Box 592353088 GB - RotterdamThe NetherlandsPhone: 31104913400Fax: 31104298835Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)TMP - TRANSPORTES MARITIMOS DE PORTUGAL, Portugal S2SA

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 35.1 - Building and repairing of ships and boats

29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.Comments ShipbuilderShip propulsion specialist




Acronym ANTHURASYSPACK

Proposal title DEVELOPMENT OF A PACKAGING SYSTEM FOR EFFICIENT HANDLING OF VULNERABLE CUT FLOWERS (ANTHURIUMS)

Abstract Anthurium cut flowers are very vulnerable flowers. Although, maximum care is taken during harvesting, handling and transport, the number of wasted/spent flowers is significant. There is also a very strong desire to change the way of packaging. The present labour-intensive manual packing process causes repetitive strain injuries (RSI) and is a major organisational burden for the Anthurium cut flower producers. The main research objectives are: 1) to develop an environmentally friendly packaging concept that ensure safe and efficient handling through the chain: harvesting, packaging, transportation and unpacking; 2) to develop a sorting, processing and packaging process that is able to automatically and efficlently pack the flowers in transport boxes ; 3 ) to develop a new method of organising flower product:ion, service and logistics reduce cost by 30 %; 4) o improve the image of Anthurium, cut flowers by ensuring ease of handling and 100% protection against premature deterioration .




SME Coordinator Mr. Cees Jan VAN DER STOEP Company size S2ANTHURIUMKWEKERIJ C.J. VAN DER STOEPDe Wateringhe 62661 GP - BergschenhoekThe NetherlandsPhone: 31105220262Fax: 31105221030Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)ANTHURIUMKWEKERIJ MIDDENDORP Belgium S2KERREMANS

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 1 - Agriculture, hunting and related service activities

29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.Comments Anthurium producersFlower processing equipment manufacturer




Acronym SAFECOAT

Proposal title STRAIN-, AGE-, AND FATIGUE RESISTANT ENVIRONMENTAL COATING-OPTIONS AND TESTS

Abstract REPAIR AND UPGRADING OF STEEL OPERATING IN CONTACT WITH SEAWATER, HAVE SAVED OUR CUSTOMERS UP TO 70% OF THEIR INVESTMENT IN NEW EQUIPMENT. THE SAFECOAT PROJECT SHOULD PROVIDE THE RESEARCH NEEDED TO PROVE AND DEVELOP THIS CHALLANGE TO IMPROVE THE CHOICE, APPLICATION AND CORROSION PROTECTION OF COATINGS FOR NEWBUILDING AND MAINTENANCE OF SHIPS BY : - TEST THE STRAIN CAPABILITY OF AGED COATING OF SHIP STRUCTURE; - INVESTIGATE MICROBIAL CORROSION OF COATED STEEL IN CONTACT WITH SEAWATER; - INVESTIGATE SULFATE REDUCING BACTERIA IN BIOFILMS; - DESCRIBE THE SOCIOECONOMICAL IMPACT OF OPTIMAL CHOICE AND APPLICATION OF COATINGS. INDEPENDENT TESTS OF OPTIONAL COATINGS AND SURFACE PREPARATION, SHOULD PROVE HOWOUR COATING SERVICES CAN IMPROVE SUSTAINABILITY AND LIFE CYCLE COST OF SHIPS. TO EXPLORE THIS POTENTIAL WE NEED TO PREPARE A STEP 2 COOPERATIVE RESEARCH (CRAFT)PROJECT.




SME Coordinator Mr. TOMMY THOERN Company size S2COMPOSITE TECHNOLOGY EUROPE HBTILLGAENLIGHETEN 141701 - GOETEBORGSwedenPhone: 4631222560Fax: 4631222563

SME Proposer(s)D CLARK LTD United Kingdom S2

NATLAND KOMPOSITT A/S Norway S2




Acronym WEALSTELT

Proposal title Welding of Aluminium to Steel by means of Laser Technology

Abstract Welding aluminium to steel can be used for many interesting possibilities. One of the most important applications can be found in yacht and ship building and transportation industries. Here, the welding of the two materials can lead to enormous weight savings and conse-quently to reduction of gas emission and fuel savings. Until recently, it was impossible to join aluminium to steel by means of welding. However, new possibilities arise with the development of high-powered laser technology. This project aims to perform a co-operative research to the development of methods and techniques to weld aluminium to steel.A characteristic of such welding is that 3-D welding is required. This requires the use of a high powered Nd:YAG laser and robots.




SME Coordinator Ir. Johan, Hendrik, Willem, Meyndert STOUTEN Company size S3SMST DESIGNERS & CONSTRUCTORS BVEdisonstraat 158801 PN - FranekerThe NetherlandsPhone: 31517393866Fax: 31517394939Email: [email protected]: WWW.SMST.NL

SME Proposer(s)LASINDÚSTRIA - TECNOLOGIA LASER, SA Portugal S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 35 - Manufacture of other transport equipment

11 - Extraction of crude petroleum and natural gas; service activities incidental to oil and gas extraction, excluding surveying

34 - Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailersComments




Acronym MONSTER

Proposal title MONITORING NOISE AT EUROPEAN AIRPORTS

Abstract Harmful effects of noise caused by the flight operations are becoming more and more important for communities living in the neighboring areas, and Governments impose measures to monitor and control noise exposure. Many European countries are poorly prepared to deal with the airport noise problem, that currently can be managed only by expensive systems almost exclusively produced by US and other non-European companies. The goal of MONSTER is the realization of a low-cost system and services to enable final users (airports, neighbouring communities) to deal with the airport noise. The exploitation of the results will allow the SME proposers to conquer a significant share of the market. The key technical idea to achieve a substantial cost reduction is based on the development of an optimisation model focused on the placement and number of sensors, whose deployment is currently performed in a heuristic, subjective way, that very often exceeds largely the optimal configuration.




SME Coordinator Dr, Ing. ANTONIO TAMBURRO Company size S2AIR SUPPORT S.R.LVia S. Tommaso D'Aquino 4600136 - ROMAItalyPhone: 39815983152Fax: 39815983152Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)DATA CONTROL SERVICIOS INFORMÁTICOS, S.A. Spain S4




Acronym SMART-GLUE-SPRAY

Proposal title INNOVATIVE SPRAY SYSTEM FOR CONTROLLED BINDERDISTRIBUTION IN INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTION PROCESS OF WOOD-BASED PANELS

Abstract The present project is intended to develop an innovative system for the controlled distribution of binder on loose particles in the process of production of wood-based panels. The prior art main drawback is related to the relative low control on quantity and uniformity of applied binder. To overcome such drawback it will be realised an innovative system based on electrostatic charging of binder drops and then spraying them on loose wood particles. The R&D activity will be focused on the development of an electrostatic charging device and of a spraying device and particularly on their integration in a reliable and efficient system, useful for binder distribution phase in industrial wood-based panels manufacturing process. Main expected results are: more uniform binder distribution on wood particles and lower binder quantity necessary to obtain excellent quality wood-based panels.




SME Coordinator Mr. MASSIMO BONFATTI Company size S3E.T.A. S.R.L.VIA DELLA TECNICA, 12/CS.R.L.41051 - CASTELNUOVO RANGONE (MO)ItalyPhone: 39059537043Fax: 39059536526Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)J.M. COLOMER S.A. Spain S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 73 - Research and development

29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.20 - Manufacture of wood and of products of wood and cork, except furniture; manufacture of articles of straw and plaiting materials

51 - Wholesale trade and commission trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcyclesComments




Acronym HIPEDHIPS

Proposal title DEVELOPMENT OF A PROCESS FOR THE MANUFACTURE OF HIGH PERFORMANCE, NEAR NET SHAPE ORTHOPAEDIC PROSTHESES.

Abstract Current generation Cobalt Chrome prostheses are limited in performance by the shortcomings of the investment casting process. By employing navel computer simulation, pre-forming and encapsulation techniques in conjunction with Hot Isostatic Pressing and powder metallurgy it will be possible to significantly enhance the performance of artificial implants beyond the current state of the art . A 70% increase in strength, improved repeatability / complexity will permita reduction in overall implant size, extend revision periods and lower patient trauma, particularly in high load, low volume skeletal regions. The project objectives therefore to develop a system which allows the economic, near netshape, production of these high performance implants. Work will focus on newforming processes and prediction / characterisation technologies needed to produce these components along with mechanical / clinical tests needed to gain approval from the relevant medical bodies.




SME Coordinator Mr. Mike TUKE Company size S3FINSBURY INSTRUMENTS LTD13 Mole Business Park, Randalls RoadKT22 0BA - LeatherheadUnited KingdomPhone: 441372360830Fax: 441372360779Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)LIVALLCO STAL AB Sweden S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 33 - Manufacture of medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocksComments We are searching for SME partners with any of the following business interests.Computer

simulation, capsule design & fabrication, Hot Isostatic Pressing.




Acronym SU.EL.MO

Proposal title SUBMERSIBLE ELECTRICAL MOTOR

Abstract The envisaged R&D project aims to develop a 6"" high efficiency squirrel cage submersible asynchronous motor, designed to increase by at least 50% the pumping power which can be provided by small pumps employed within small wells (typically 6 inch), improving at the same time characteristics of reliability, environmental compatibility and reduced maintenance which are even more important for systems operating at high depths. The project is presented by COVERCO and THIEN, two SMEs specialising in the production of asynchronous motors generally coupled with centrifugal multistage pumps; the nature of necessary R&D activities, the novelty of the design and the comprehensive depth of design analysis required, fall beyond the technical capabilities of the SME proposers, and the support of external R&D performers is required.




SME Coordinator Ing. Dipl. Franco NERI Company size S4COVERCO SPAVia Magnadola n°2931045 - MOTTA DI LIVENZAItalyPhone: 3904227616Fax: 390422768106Email: [email protected]: http : W W W.COVERCO.COM

SME Proposer(s)THIEN E-MOTOREN GMBH Austria S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 27 - Manufacture of basic metals

29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.31 - Manufacture of electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c.

Comments




Acronym Glasspot

Proposal title A novel approach to glass containment in full-sizepot furnaces.

Abstract The project will promote improvements in efficiency, quality and safe working practice in the predominantly SME, European hand-made glass industry, through the adoption of innovation in pot furnace technology. The project will deliver a pot that avoids the need for the current seven-day tempering process prior to installation. It will also deliver an effective coating material and coating process for the pot which will improve glass quality and eliminate the potentially harmful practice of manually applying molten glass coatings to the pot surface at elevated temperatures. The new technology based on advanced materials will improve the efficiency of pot furnaces and thereby increase the yield of "first quality" glass per pot and more efficient use of resources. The project will thereby promote modernisation of the industry and contribution to sustainable development.




SME Coordinator MR. PAUL DONNELLY Company size S4TYRONE CRYSTAL LTDKILLYBRACKEYBT71 6TT - DUNGANNONUnited KingdomPhone: 00441868725335Fax: 00441868726260Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)MÂLERAS GLASBRUK AB Sweden S4




Acronym PROTECTOR

Proposal title New Processing System for Pre-Cast Concrete Pipes Production

Abstract Aim of the presented project is the development of a new concrete processing system aimed at the construction of pre-cast concrete pipes of small/medium diameter, specially used in sewage systems. The proposed system will produce more resistant and longer life concrete pipes by the developemnt of a new mechanical chuck able of a forced conduction of concrete, managed by a control system able to determine the chuck speed and the concrete application area depending on a real - time quality control of the pipe under production. The system will produce great benefits by an environmental point of view, reducing the infiltration and pipes risk of breaks, and will address the users need of pipes which require less maintenence.




SME Coordinator Mr. GIUSEPPE COLLE Company size S4COLLE S.P.A.VIALE BELLUNO, 532020 - LENTIAI (BL)ItalyPhone: 00390437552121Fax: 00390437552255Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)WAGENER & POLASCHECK Germany S3VERTRIEBSGESELLSCHAFT MBH & CO.KG




Acronym INCUT

Proposal title A NEW CONCEPT OF CUTTING SYSTEMS IN THE FOOTWEAR INDUSTRY

Abstract Footwear production within the EU is becoming more mechanised and more specialised. In this frame,the present project intends to improve the cutting systems by means of the introduction of two innovative systems:- To design a surface defects identification and classification system based in artificial vision techniques. The information generated by the system will by passed to the cutting machine allowing to avoid cutting critical shoe parts from those fault areas identified. This will enable shoe manufacturers to reduce reject rates of footwear and provide improvements in quality and cutting process efficiency. . To design and build an innovative system to perform the identification and collection of the leather pieces obtained after the cutting process with the aim to evaluate its efficiency and economical feasibility.




SME Coordinator Mr. Vicente ALCOCEL CERDAN Company size S3CALZADOS BUNKER S.A.Poligono Industrial "El Mugron"-C/Velazquez, 7PO Box 27302460 - Almansa (Albacete)SpainPhone: 34967340358Fax: 34967345123

SME Proposer(s)COMPANHIA DE EQUIPAMIENTOS INDUSTRIALES, Portugal S3 LDA


footwear

29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.Comments




Acronym LOADSIZER

Proposal title VEHICLE LOADING OPTIMISATION SYSTEM

Abstract The proposed research will improve Road Transport standards by enabling Heavy Goods Vehicles (HGVs) to be equipped with acurate on-board sensors that will constantlymonitor loading conditions and reference recorded data against optimised benchmarks. Improved vehicle control will allow significant safety benefits and long-term economies will accrue due to operational savings on goods and equipment . The sensors will provide a range of in-cab displays to facilitate safe and efficient procedures, and operational benefits will eliminate the possibility of overloading and maximise efficiency. Operators will be able to ensure that vehicles are loaded to 100% of their designed 'safe-load' parameters to improve cost-effective operation and avoid censure due to undersized consignments.




SME Coordinator MR 01872552801 MOON PHILIP Company size S2P & J MOONTHE BARN WHEAL DAVEY FARM, MITHIANTR5 OPT - ST AGNESUnited Kingdom

SME Proposer(s)CHIZALO, S.A. Spain S4




Acronym ARCHIBALD

Proposal title Development of a new type of advanced early walking shoe.

Abstract The development of new products that incorporate new concepts in children footwear especially in toddlers is very difficult for the footwear industry. These early years are critical for children maturation and none or very little research is being doing in the direct study of design criteria for children footwear. In this project we propose to apply a new biomechanical concept: to increase the children balance and performance in order to reduce the risk of falling and tripping and to increase the movement that children can perform. Criteria will be developed to assess in the design of young children's footwear with the aim of improve the balance and performance in order to reduce failing and secure a correct physical and motor maturation of children. For this purpose factors as ankle support, sole thickness and geometry, antropometrics, slip characteristics, perception of toe cap and back part, etc. will be studied. The development of design criteria for the manufacturing of innovative footwear for toddlers will be achieved.




SME Coordinator Mr. Leendert STRUIJS Company size S3PIEDRO VERKOOPORGANISATIE B.V.Jan v.d. Heijdenstraat 18-20ZH Bleiswijk2665 JA - BleiswijkThe NetherlandsPhone: 31105215211Fax: 31105214961Email: [email protected]: www.Piedro.nl

SME Proposer(s)CAORVI, S.L. Spain S3




Acronym Chemical penetration

Proposal title Improving chemical penetration during leather manufacture

Abstract Penetration of process chemicals into and through the structure of hides and skins is a major factor influencing all stages of leather processing. To make good quality leather these chemicals need to penetrate through the substance of the skin and into the hierarchy of the structure consistently and evenly and for economic viability this needs to be achieved as fast as possible. The proposed project aims to examine the factors affecting penetration and the information gained will be used to optimise processes. Methods developed to optimise penetration will result in an improvement in leather quality, and savings through a more efficient usage of chemicals and reduced energy usage. Reduced processing times will also facilitate a more rapid response to customer orders.




SME Coordinator Mr William MCCULLA Company size S4INTERNATIONAL LEATHERS (NL) LTD .,39 Shrigley RoadBT30 9SS - DownpatrickUnited KingdomPhone: 442844821002Fax: 442844821008Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)INDUSTRIAS PERE DE CARME, S.A. Spain S3


footwear

73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineeringComments




Acronym NEPCAP

Proposal title NANO-CRYSTALLINE ELECTRO-DEPOSITS - THEIR PROCESSING, CHARACTER

AND PROPERTIES.

Abstract The European plating industry, with a high proportion of SMEs, uses many processes which are becoming increasingly subject to environmentally restrictions. A innovative new approach to electroplating is proposed which will develop new coatings based on nano-crystalline or amorphous structure rather than specific alloy composition. In order to achieve this goal generic research on the formation of such structures is required together with new technologies to control the coating properties. Such a task is unlikely to be undertaken by the SMEs in the industrial sector alone, due to lack of research facilities. The opportunity therefore arises to perform this innovative research and for the findings to be used by the SMEs to generate a new series of coatings. Coatings are expected with properties suitable for the protection of steel components in the automotive or hydraulics industries or with specific electrical or magnetic properties for use in the electronics sector.




SME Coordinator Mr BEVERLEY SEWELL Company size S4TWICKENHAM PLATING GROUP PLCBRENT WAYTW8 8HU - BRENTFORD, MIDDLESEXUnited KingdomPhone: 442085604111Fax: 442085607338Email: [email protected]: ww.twickenham.co.uk

SME Proposer(s)HEGIN METAALFINISHING B.V. The Netherlands S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 28 - Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment

24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products31 - Manufacture of electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c.34 - Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers

Comments




Acronym biopack

Proposal title BIOdegradable extruded starch based plastics for PACKaging material

Abstract Packaging manufacturers cannot address the users need for biodegradable packaging material. A diversity of users like industry, retailers, farmers and medical care are faced with growing pressure to minimise non -degradable packaging waste . The driving force powering the development of biodegradable materials is the sheer quantity of packaging waste. The EC has defined this waste stream to receive priority attention. At present there is no biodegradable alternative for disposable plastics combining all the features, functionalities and economics to become real competitive. Current biodegradable packaging material lacks the combination of required biodegradability, properties, shape and product costs. This project however will develop a competitive alternative through a novel approach introducing micro-scale blends of starches and synthetic polymers using compatabiliser techniques. In Europe, the market potential is estimated up to about 500 000 ton/year .




SME Coordinator Drs. Ing Ronald BEUMER Company sizeLALESSE MACHINEBOUW B.VP. Calandweg 116827 BJ - ArnhemThe NetherlandsPhone: 31263611412Fax: 31263643675Email: [email protected]: www.Lalesse.nl

SME Proposer(s)P.P.H. K AND D KADAR Poland S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 15 - Manufacture of food products and beverages

25 - Manufacture of rubber and plastic products51 - Wholesale trade and commission trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles52 - Retail trade, except of motor vehicles and motorcycles; repair of personal and household goods

Comments Participants manufacturing or using packaging material are lookedfor.




Acronym SACEM

Proposal title Measuring Sugar & Alcohol Contents by Electronic Means

Abstract Methods for the estimation of sugar and alcohol contents depend on the chemical analysis of samples. These can be slow, involve noxious chemicals, confined to the laboratory and unsuitable for on-line process control. A new technology, involving ionic and non- ionic dynamics and cell wall physics when defined as constituents of an electrical circuit, creates an opportunity to provide a new electronic method for analysis for chemical composition of tissues,liquids and solutions. Each sample type requires probes, electrical excitation and complex algorithrns (to convert electrical data to composition) which are application specific. Thus this project intends to focus on two priority applications (i) sugar in sugar beet and (ii) alcohol in beer . It is intented to research circuitry for each application and to build and test prototype equipment in the laboratory and in-situ.




SME Coordinator Mr Terry AKEROYD Company size S1KINGSWOOD FALCONER TECHNOLOGYAmpthill Acorn Centre , Station Road,MK45 2QP - AmpthillUnited KingdomPhone: 441525405200Fax: 441525403600Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)CO.EL.ME S.P.A. Italy S4


15 - Manufacture of food products and beverages31 - Manufacture of electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c.71 - Renting of machinery and equipment without operator and of personal and households goods

Comments




Acronym ALPASS

Proposal title An Environmetally Acceptable Chromate Replacement for the Passivation of Aluminium Surfaces

Abstract The proposal addresses the replacement of toxic hexavalent chromate compounds in the formation of passive films for corrosion protection on aluminium and its alloys. The aim is to develop a low-toxicity replacement processing solution to give the level of corrosion resistance and paint adhesion currently provided by chromate-containing formulations. The objectives are to: (a) establish the most effective chromate-replacement for passivating aluminium/aluminium alloy surfaces (b) optimise the treatment in terms of its operating parameters e.g. treatment time, solution composition, pH, temperature (c) develop the coating's characteristics in terms of adhesion of subsequent organic films and (d) develop the process to a level where industrial specimens can be passivated in small batch trials. passivated surfaces will be subjected to partner acceptance trials.




SME Coordinator MR. NICHOLAS ROGERS Company size S3ANOTECH (LEICESTER) LD.70 FRIDAY STREETLE1 3BW - LEICESTERUnited KingdomPhone: 441162511622Fax: 441162622128Email: [email protected]: WWW.ANOTECH.CO.UK

SME Proposer(s)AD PRODUCTION B.V. The Netherlands S3


24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering

Comments SMEs involved in the surface treatment of aluminium and itsalloys, a chemical formulator and supplier, end-users ofpainted aluminium products.




Acronym HARDEDGE

Proposal title Hard metal machining in a jobbing shop type environment

Abstract This research is intended to provide a solution to the problem of conventionally machining hard steels and nickel based alloys turning, milling, drilling and tapping at rates and costs superior to grinding. This has to be achieved in the manufacturing environment of the jobbing shop, where batch size is small, geometric shape is variable, set-up, turn-round time and delivery are expected to be short and flexibility at a maximum, yet operating and capital costs need to be low. The main objective is to describe a cost effective method based on the use of ultra hard tools. The method will extend research already carried out by large companies by carrying out selected machining tests on surface hardened steels and nickel alloy steels by observing wear mechanisms, chip/tool interface metallography & temperatures and cutting forces. This will be followed by process trials, product and cost evaluation. Successful methods will be rapidely introduced by the participating SMEs.




SME Coordinator Mr Robert JOHNSON Company size S4CRAFTSMAN TOOLS LTDSide CopseLS21 1JE - OTLEYUnited KingdomPhone: 441943466788Fax: 441943850144Email: [email protected]: www.craftsmantools.com

SME Proposer(s)GORATU MÁQUINAS HERRAMIENTA, S.A. Spain S3

MANUFACTURAS ZETA, S.L. Spain S3

KENDU, S.COOP. Spain S3

ATTREZZATURE AGINT SRL Italy S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 22 - Publishing, printing and reproduction of recorded media

29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.26 - Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products

Comments




Acronym NCCFRWT

Proposal title NEW CONSTRUCTION COMPONENTS FROM RECYCLED WASTE TIMBER

Abstract THE OVERALL CONCEPT OF THE PROJECT IS TO REMOVE WASTE TIMBER FROM LANDFILL ANDPRODUCE A NEW RECYCLED TIMBER PRODUCT.IT IS BASED ON THE FACT THAT AT PRESENT WASTE TIMBE IS LANDFILLED, CHIPPEDFOR USE IN THE PARTICLE BOARD INDUSTRY OR FOR FUEL BRIQUETTES.E.U. DIRECTIVES WILL LEAD TO THE SATURATION OF THE CHIPPED TIMBER MARKETTHIS ALTERNATIVE METHOD WILL NOT ONLY CREATE A NEW MARKET BUT WILL HELP TO MAINTAIN THE CHIPPED TIMBER INDUSTRY.THE PURPOSE OF THE PROJECT IS TO DEVELOP A NEW SYSTEM OF RECYCLING ANDPRODUCTION OF NEW CONSTRUCTION COMPONENTS.THE PRODUCTION OF A PROTOTYPE MACHINE WILL PRODUCE SAMPLE MATERIAL FORTESTING AND CERTIFICATION.




SME Coordinator MR MARK EGERTON Company size S2TARGET WASTE UK (MANCHESTER) LTD,T/A COLLEGE TIMBER RECYCLING8 LEESTONE ROADM23 9TLM23 9TL - MANCHESTERUnited KingdomPhone: 00441614916040Fax: 00441614914434Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)LVB WOOD DRYING & ENERGY SYSTEMS BV The Netherlands S2




Acronym LACED

Proposal title RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OF A CHUTE EXTRACTOR DEVICE FOR LIGHT

AIRCRAFT

Abstract Light aircraft utilisation is growing with the development of air leisure. Unfortunatly number of accidents is always very high and security parachute are not always efficient and well adapted. This project aims at developping a secure parachute extractor with high performances, for light aircraft. - extraction of the new parachutes for aircraft weighing up to 700 kg - extracting time minus than 1 s. This innovative extractor will not use the pyrotechny existing technology but a new technic based on compression of the gaz to 300 bars. This will enable higher security on light aircafts, possibilities to extract bigger parachutes and will contribute to save lifes. The project will be carried out by SMEs from France, Germany and England .

Key Action GROW-4. Key action: New perspective in aeronautics



SME Coordinator Mr. Stéphane DATAND Company size S2SCORPIO SARLLA VOYAGEREF 74 550 - CERVENSFrancePhone: 33450725890Fax: 33450725897Internet: httpi//pro.wanadoo.fr/scorpio

SME Proposer(s)FLIGHT DESIGN GMBH Germany S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 35.3-C - Comments




Acronym BIOTIP

Proposal title Injection Moulding of Titanium Powders for Biomedical Applications

Abstract Ti and its alloys are increasingly used for the production of orthopaedic and dental implants due to the outstanding strength to weight ratio and its immunity to body fluids. Ti implants are traditionally produced by machining. However, when a high quantity of complex shape components are demanded, the production cost per unit is high The Metal Injection Moulding (MIM) process eliminates machining and is ideal for small components in medium to high quantities. The more complex the design, the more economically advantageous MIM becomes. MIM is not yet a well-established technique for the production of biomedical and dental Ti components. One of the most serious reasons for this is the lack in the global market of high quality, oxygen free, fine (< 25 µm), spherical Ti powders.The aim of this project is the MIM manufacture of a range of cost-effective biomedical implant device for use in orthopaedic and orthodontic surgery. To achieve this aim, research is necessary for the production of perfectly spherical and highly pure Ti powders, in sizes suitable for MIM in addition, the die design and the MIM process parameters have to be optimised.




SME Coordinator Mr CHRISTOS KALAITZIS Company size S2C. LALAITZIS -A. KEHAGIOPOULOSGamvetta Street66-6854642 - THESSALONIKIGreecePhone: 3031866144Fax: 3031866328Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)METAL INJECTION MOULDINGS LTD. United Kingdom S2


27 - Manufacture of basic metalsComments Metal injection moulders Orthopaedic and dental implant manufacturers Orthopaedic

surgeons and hospital consultant staff




Acronym Hi-SLIDE

Proposal title High speed bi-directional laser cutting and creasing of fastmoving carton-board for packaging

Abstract European SME packaging producers (around 6000 in EU) are under a continuous pressure of often-powerful (multinational) clients to meet constant changes in packaging designs and features. Current process equipment (rotary and punch tools) have limitations due to long delivery times of tools for design changes (e.g. 4 months for rotary tools) and high costs (50.000 Euro per design change) all leading to extremely low flexibility. The objective of the Hi-SLIDE project is to develop new laser-based process equipment for fully automated in-line cutting and creasing (a fundamentally new approach in the total processing system of packaging). Goal is to obtain complete freedom of (intermediate) design changes and to ban completely the problem of wear of the cutting tools. These innovations will result in radical improvements in flexibility, reduced time to market (50-80%), cost reduction (70%), high speed (300 metres/minute), accuracy (100% repetitivity) and waste reduction (50%).




SME Coordinator Mr. Aad. L.J. AMMERLAAN Company size S4MADERN GRAVEERINDUSTRIE EN GEREEDSCHAPPENFABRIEK B.V.Vikingbank 13133 KX - VlaardingenThe NetherlandsPhone: 31102485460Fax: 31102489920Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)PROLAS PRODUKTIONSLASER GMBH Germany S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 21 - Manufacture of pulp, paper and paper products

72 - Computer and related activitiesComments We are looking for packaging or paper producers and softwaresuppliers




Acronym MOMO

Proposal title LOW COST IN MOULD MONITORING FOR HIGH SPEED RTM

Abstract The European commercial industries require new materials with improved performance not reached by the materials currently employed. In this way, composite materials are growing in an important percentage. In the past the processing of organic composite parts was related to techniques that are of low quality, low productivity and environmentally unhealthy. In recent times the development of close mould technologies as RTM are improving the quality and the environment. Although RTM presents a lot of advantages currently the major limitation of the RTM process comes from the need to achieve higher processing rates. Thus, HSRTM is been developed, but the possibilities of this technology are limited by the lack of knowledge of how occurs into the mould. The objective of this proposal is to develop of a monitored system for High Speed RTM process at low cost by the use of a tool consisting on a commercial hardware and a simple software, in order to control process parameters. This improvement of HSRTM process will allow: V to increase the number of parts/day. V to optimise the production cycles, and V to demonstrate the feasability of HSRTM process for doing structural componerts at low cost. all of them in confonnity with the marketplace demands: high quality, good prices and friendly with the environment.




SME Coordinator Sr NICOLAS JAROSLAVSKY LARREA Company size S2LAMBDA COMUNICACIONES OPTICAS S.LParque Tecnologico de Vizcaya 206A48170 - ZAMUDIOSpainPhone: 33944209410Fax: 33944209413Email: [email protected]: www.lambada-com.es

SME Proposer(s)ISOJET EQUIPEMENTS France S3

INDARPLAS, S.L. Spain S3

POLYSIER S.A. Spain S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 72 - Computer and related activities

25 - Manufacture of rubber and plastic productsComments




Acronym CERATOOL

Proposal title Keramische Schneidwerkzeuge für die Holzbearbeitung

Abstract Durch das Projekt soll des Einsatz keramischer Scheidwerkzeuge in der holzverarbeitenden Industrie ermöglicht werden. Trotz des hohen Leistungspotentials (Härte, korrosionsbeständigkeit, geringe Dichte) werden dort bisher nur Stahl, Hartmetall und PKD Werkzeuge eingesetzt. In Voruntersuchungen der Antragsteller erreichen die Werkzeuge bereits 3 bis 20-fache Standzeiten. Einer Stanzeitmatrix für verschiedene Holzwerkstoffe und Zerspanungsprozesse wird mit den geplanten Labor und Feldversuchen aufgebaut. Die Geometrie des Schneidwerkzeuge sowie die Schleifbearbeitung für kleine Keilwinkel muss durch FTE Dienstleister optimiert werden. Durch die Einbeziehung von Industrieben für die Zerspanungstests ist die direkte Nutzung gewährleistet. Die Funktionssicherheit der keramischen Schneidwerkstoffe und ihre wirtschaftlichen Vorzüge werden im industriellen Einsatz untersucht. Die Verbreitung der Ergebnisse wird durch die Einbindung verschiedener europäischer Verbände gewährleistet.




SME Coordinator Helmut EBERHARD Company size S4JOHANN EBERHARD GMBHOisnitz 398503 - St. JosefAustriaPhone: 43313681119Fax: 433136811192Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)PEITZ INDUSTRIEANLAGENBAU Germany S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 28 - Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipmentComments Gesucht werden holzverarbeitende Betriebe und Herstellerverbände z.B. der Bau und

Möbelindustrie, sowie Keramikhersteller




Acronym TELECERAMIC

Proposal title IN-SITU CONTROL SYSTEM APPLIED TO HEAT-RESISTANT COVERING OVEN

Abstract Usually, the inspection of heat-resistant oven is very expensive for the companies. The manufacuring has to be stopped and when the ovens are cold the visual inspection allows determining where the heat-resistant covering is lost. Taking advantage of the remote sensing technologies evolution, some new methodologies of analysis have been developed and applied in some punctual cases. The most advantage of those newmethodologies is that the measure method is only possible in such cases in which a valuable surface temperature difference occurs. So, the remote sensing technologies detection have to be done when the maximum temperature differences (between good and bad thermal insulation superficial points) can be detected. So, the adequate application of those technologies occurs when the thermal system is running.




SME Coordinator DOCTOR FRANCISCO GUITIAN RIVERA Company size S1AFICEGAINSTITUTO DE CERAMICS.CAMPUS SUR15706 - SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELASpainPhone: 34981563100Fax: 34981564242

SME Proposer(s)GPP CHEMNITZ GESELLSCHAFT FUER Germany S3PROZESSRECHNERPROGRAMMIERUNG MBH




Acronym POLAR WELDING

Proposal title A NEW AUTOMATIC WELDING SYSTEM FOR LOW AND ICY TEMPERATURES

Abstract THE SUBMITTED RESEARCH PROJECT AIMS TO DEVELOP AN INNOVATIVE WELDING SYSTEM WHICH COULD BE USED ON LOW AND ICY TEMPERATURES WITH INNOVATIVE ELECTRONIC, MECHANICAL AND SOFTWARE PARTS. IT WILL AVOID ACCIDENTS, OIL LOSS, ENVIROMENTAL DAMAGES, OPTIMAL WELDING PERFORMANCES AND A REDUCTION IN PRODUCTION COSTS. IT WILL ALLOW THE EXPLOITING OF ENERGY SOURCES IN ALL OVER THE WORLD , ALSO IN EXTREME CONDITIONS THE PROPOSAL WILL ANALYSE THE FOLLOWING ISSUES : - CHOOSE OF THE MOST APPROPRIATE AND INNOVATIVE MATERIALS, COMPONENTS AND PARTS - SPERIMENTAL EQUIPMENTS TO CARRY OUT QUALIFICATION TRIALS AND COMPARISON TESTS - MECHANICAL, ANALYSIS PROJECT , PROJECT OF WELDING BUGS , PROCESSOR CONTROL BOXES SPECIAL MECHANICAL EQUIPMENTS TO INSTALL IN SELFMOVING MACHINERY , WELDING TES'TS - PROJECT OF HDW ELECTRONIC, SOFTWARE AND FIRMWARE ELECTRONIC PROGRAMMING - BUILDING OF A PROTOTYPE AND INSTALLATION ON A SELFMOVING MACHINERY - TRIALS ON SIMULATED ENVIROMEN'TAL CONDITIONS - QUALITY CERTIFICATIONS




SME Coordinator ENGINEE FERNANDO RINALDI Company size S2P.W.T. S.P.A. (PIPE WELDING TECHNOLOGY)V.ROMA, 61 - GUARDAMIGLIO26862 - LODI ( MI)ItalyPhone: 00390377451228Fax: 00390377451094Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)ANKO INDUSTRY GMBH Germany S3




Acronym PMC

Proposal title Pallet Management Cell Manufacturing System

Abstract The European manufacturing industry today faces high levels of local and international (improper)competition. Several factors determine a manufacturing company's competitiveness: new productdevelopment time, production lead time, flexibility in responding to (market) changes in demand ofvolume and variety, quality, price, response to customer delivery requirements, use of state-of-the-artmaterials, processes and technologies. In every case, the company's ability to respond to these factorsdepends critically on the capability of its manufacturing organisation.The answer is sought in accelerating the technological development by introducing a coherent set ofmethodologies, computer-aided tools, and experimental test beds to design, analyse and improvemanufacturing systems.This combined Demo and R& TD project is aiming at the development and demonstration of a new,leading intelligent and flexible manufacturing method, based on the latest state-of-the-art technologyand building on FMS (flexible manufacturing system) technology.The objectives of the full project are:- To draft detailed terms of reference on the new system functionality among the partners;- To design an appropriate step-by-step practical production layout and an extension of productioncells, allowing the production process to fully automatic produce complex products on the highestqua...



Intended Step 2 project Combined R&D and Demonstration Duration Exploratory Phase 8 months

SME Coordinator Mr. Harry ROOSEN Company size S3ROOSEN NEDERLAND B.V.Kerver 15521 DA - EerselThe NetherlandsPhone: 31497517171Fax: 31497514469Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)HERUGA N.V. Belgium S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 28 - Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipmentComments




Acronym SAVEWATERTAN

Proposal title A new process to saving water and diminishing pollutionin leather tanning

Abstract New environmental models based on sustainable growth an a concern for the environment imposechanges in water consumption. Our priority objective in the proposal is to design a new process that will enable water consumption to tall at least 25% with respect to current processes. Leather quality should not suffer any kind of decrease in quality as a result of the implimentation of the process. As secondary objectives, we aim to decrease salt consumption in hide preserving methods in at least 15%. Also, pollution generated will be diminished as a result. To achieve the objectives presented in this project we will develop a process ranging from hide preservation to tanning. We will optimise the relation between water savings and leather quality in each operation. To do so, we will consider the final destination of the leather being manufactured.




SME Coordinator Manager Ramon GASSÓ CASTILLA Company size S3CURTIS AQUALATA, S.A.Varietats, 2.PO Box 52308700 - IgualadaSpainPhone: 34938036902Fax: 34938036098Email: [email protected]: http://www.inescop.es/curtagua

SME Proposer(s)PIELES Y CUEROS PAÀOMERAS Y GAMBÚS, S.A. Spain S3

KELA SPEZIALMASCHINEN GMBH Germany S3

CURTGAIAO-INDUSTRIA E COMERCIO DE PELES, Portugal S3LDA.


footwear

24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical productsComments




Acronym AUTO-FACT

Proposal title INTEGRATED AND AUTOMATED MANUFACTURING PROCESS FOR FURNITURE

INDUSTRY

Abstract The aim of the present project is that of creating a unified, cost-reducing,low-maintenance, flexible and user-friendly production system for furnituremanufacturing, using the most advanced technologies available, in particular:integrated intelligence, software- supported control platforms, real-timeprogramming and linear motors.The result of the project will be an integrated and automated production processfor furniture manufacturing, replacing the expensive hardware solutions and manualassembling applied nowadays.In particular, the innovations brought by the projectin the manufacturing process will be:1. An integrated managing system, based oncommon Windows NT environment,2. The real-time integration of design andproduction by means of ad-hoc conversion procedures betwen Auto- CAD designs andmachine-data generation, 3. A wireless information transmission system between thecomputers and the actuating machines, 4. Linear motors and integrated intelligencefor the boring and assembling processes




SME Coordinator Commendatore Gian Luigi MAISTRI Company size S4MAISTRI S.P.A.Via Brennero, 4137020 - San Pietro Incariano (Verona)ItalyPhone: 00390456835111Fax: 00390456850137Email: [email protected]: WWW.maistri.it

SME Proposer(s)CYBAMATIC LIMITED United Kingdom S2




Acronym GOAL

Proposal title Gear Pumps with POlymeric MAteriaLs

Abstract The GOAL project aims to realise innovative polymeric gear pumps and motors forhydraulic applications.Pump body, end cover, flange, bearings will be made of compound fibre reinforcedpolymeric materials manufactured by injection moulding, instead of metallic ones;this constitutes a major innovation in the sector, achievieng this way a remarkablereduction of production and maintenance costs and improvement of systemperformance in terms of noise and vibration




SME Coordinator Mr. Giuseppe SALAMI Company size S4SALAMI SPAVia Emilia Ovest, 100641100 - ModenaItalyPhone: 059387411Fax: 059387410Email: [email protected] / [email protected]: salami.it

SME Proposer(s)UNIVERSAL HYDRAULIK GMBH Germany S3




Acronym PRESSURE ROLLING

Proposal title ADVANCED PROCESS FOR THE PRESSURE ROLLING OF MATERIALS IN THE FOUNDRY INDUSTRY

Abstract Up to now, foundries manufacture cast-components that generally have poor mechanical properties (state of surface, fatigueresistance, proof strength). The foundry industry must find now a way to upgrade these mechanical properties of its cast components by a process that is fast, easy to set on a production line and not to expensive: The Pressure Rolling process is the envisaged solution. It will be a new step in the foundry process, namely a finishing step that does not exist so far. The main objectives of the project are: - To develop a Pressure Rolling procedure. - To study the effect of Pressure Rolling on cast components manufactured by foundry partners. - To develop a suitable method of on-line controlling: the surface state of the cast components before and after Pressure Rolling and the strain hardening of the component. - To realise a numerical simulation of the stain-hardened surface of the cast component after Pressure Rolling. - To implement the process on foundry production lines.




SME Coordinator Mr. Bernard DECHAUMONT Company size S4SOCIETE MURETAINE DE FONDERIE DECHAUMONTZ.I DE JOFFRERY31 603 - MURETFrancePhone: 33534460230Fax: 33561561963Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)FONDERIA SANT' EMILIA SPA Italy S4




Acronym CUT-4-1

Proposal title Integrated architecture for cutting systems of shoe components

Abstract Today, with the growth of the e-commerce, there is a trend towards the progressive reduction of the average batches of shoe production until reaching the extreme consequence of the production of individual orders: one customised pair of shoe for a single consumer. As the beginning of the shoe manufacturing process is cutting. If the cutting phase is enough flexible to answer to the customer orders very quickly and for small batches, all the shoe manufacturing process will be flexible and adaptable for small batches. That is why the objective of the project is the development of an optimised placing and automatic cutting system architecture, which will allow the configuration of highly automated cutting rooms to manufacture customised footwear models in small and flexible batches according to the e-commerce trend.Diminution of over production, better time to market and satisfaction of the customer needs are the main expected results.




SME Coordinator President Giuseppe COLLI Company size S2T-LINK SRLPiazza Sraffa 420136 - MILANOItalyPhone: 390258327335Fax: 390258309890Email: [email protected]: www.t-link.it

SME Proposer(s)HAWKES TECHNICAL LTD United Kingdom S3




Acronym BETAPROTH

Proposal title Improve abrasion properties and increased useful life of UHMWPE* hip and knee prothesis, using electron beam irradiation.

Abstract The objective of the Craft project is to improve the mechanical characteristics, mainly the ABRASION resistance of UHMWPE*, a material fully tested for its use in prothesis, by optimising a new cross-linking process: electron beam irradiation. The SME proposers are interest on industrially exploit the results of the RTD project. The use of lighter and inert materials in prothesis, with mechanical properties similar to metals has become known over the lastyears. The range of materials which fulfil these requirements is very limited, but have been evolving with time, now using metal combined with plastic or plastic prothesis. UHMWPE* is one of the materials which best fulfils these requirements, and is the most widely used in its category. However ithas inherent chemical problems, such as its limited abrasion resistance, which generates abrasion problems and can cause problems such as osteolysis, reduced mobility;..... not desirable in human body. Research carried out in this area over the last five years has enabled improvements in abrasion resistance, but they have notreached totally satisfactory solutions. The objective of this project is to reduce abrasion to practically zero in UHMWPE* hip and knee prothesis, by electron beam irradiation of the material. This technique is based on a clean energy, unlike gamma radiation (the most commonly used...




SME Coordinator SR. JOAQUIN FORRIOL PICO Company size S3LAFITT S.A.C/BILBAO N° 4046988 - FUENTE DEL JARRO / VALENCIASpainPhone: 34961325304Fax: 34961324720Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)CITIEFFE S.R.L. Italy S3

ARTUR SALGADO LDA Portugal S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 25 - Manufacture of rubber and plastic products

33 - Manufacture of medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocksComments




Acronym RTM OF CFRP STRUCTURES

Proposal title Resin Transfer Moulding of thin-walled Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastic structures for medical and aerospace applications

Abstract An engineer needs design allowables and predicting models to design structures and plan the manufacturing process. For resin transfer moulding (RTM) offibre-reinforced plastic (FRP) structures the mould design and flow-strategy isbased on experience and trial and error. Finite element tools are available to predict resin flow. But, accurate input-data in the predicting model is essential.A large problem is formed by the lack of permeability numbers for high fibrecontents (50% - 60%). At the moment the RTM-process of products with relatively thick (t > 2 mm)laminates and low fibre volume fractions (15% - 25%) has rejection rates of lessthen 5%. Rejection rates of more then 50% can be found in products with a laminatethickness of 0.5 mm and a fibre volume fraction of 50%.The main project objective is to determine the design allowabless for RM of thin-walled (0.5 - 1 mm) CFRP structures at fibre volume fractions (50% - 60%),resulting in rejection rates of 5%.




SME Coordinator MSc. Sandro FELTRIN Company size S2RIC SRL.Via Meucci 331050 - Ponzano (TV)ItalyPhone: 390422967413Fax: 390422960266Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)ORFIT INDUSTRIES N.V. Belgium S3


35 - Manufacture of other transport equipment25 - Manufacture of rubber and plastic products33 - Manufacture of medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks

Comments The participants must be affiliated to manufacturing and / or applying structures of fibre reiforced plastic at fibre volume fractions > 30%.




Acronym AUTOMAP

Proposal title AUTOMATIC SYSTEM FOR THE MAPPING OF EXSISTING DEFECTS ON TANNED

LEATHERS

Abstract The aim of the proposed research project is the development of an automtic systembased on artificial vision for the identification and mapping of defectsexisting on mantles of tanned and finished leathers, destined to constitute the covering of chairs and/or upholstered sofas. The detection system will be moreoverlinked to the choice of an adeguate nesting program (optimised placement of jigson the hide so to maximise the use of the leather hide) and an automatic leathercutting system. The final outcome of the project will be an integrated, stand-alone, plug-in machine able to perform automatically with very highflexibility the whole process of defect mapping, nesting, cutting of leatherhides, according to the cutting programme related to any specific production




SME Coordinator Ing. MARCO UDERZO Company size S4BUM S.R.L.VIA NATTA 27/3136040 - BRENDOLAItalyPhone: 00390444706511Fax: 00390444706555Email: [email protected]: www.bum.it

SME Proposer(s)STECHERT STAHLROHRMOBEL GMBH Germany S4


19 - Tanning and dressing of leather; manufacture of luggage, handbags, saddlery, harness and footwear

Comments




Acronym ATIT

Proposal title Total concept for Antenna Towersincluding an Integrated IT system

Abstract The main project objectives are to develop a total product concept for Antenna Towers, based on a newIntegrated IT System that can support the company's technical product specification processes in the specificationsystem. The specification system comprises all activities in the product life cycle concerned with sales, production,application, service and disposal of the product. The market for Antenna Towers is growing proportionally with the increased use of mobile communication in Europe, and the proposed research areas have not earlier been subject toan extensive European co-operative project. With the Antenna Tower we aim to develop and introduce to the marketa completely new type meeting the commercial and environmental demands of tomorrow. It will address thegrowing, demand for such towers with a highly flexible and competitive product, conforming to the present, andnotably future environmental requirements placed upon this type of construction. In order to carry through thisproject Steelcon will enter a close co-operation with four European SME's from respectively, Belgium, Germany,Holland, and Latvia, as well as competent R TD performers.




SME Coordinator B.Sc.Mech.Engineer Peder MOELLER ANDERSEN Company size S4STEELCON CHIMNEY ESBJERG A/SLillebaeltsvej 62PO Box 40796715 - Esberg N.DenmarkPhone: 4575142022Fax: 4575140122Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)MAASS GMBH Germany S3

EAST METAL LTD. Latvia S4

STAALBOUW PERMECA B.V. The Netherlands S3

SEDIC S.A. Belgium S2




Acronym VWM

Proposal title Vibration reduction in Woodworking machining

Abstract Although the integration of consequential process steps into one single system is a well-known concept to reduce operational costs and cutting back scrap, in the woodworking industry machine centres have been realised for the production of small-sized windows only. However, for large-sized windows such integrated concept has not been achieved to date, primarily hampered by vibration problems. This project is proposed to (Phase 1) research the vibration problem, and (Phase 2) develop and produce a prototype of a novel woodworking machining centre for large-window production. Eventually, this project should result in improved quality of the finished product (the window), lower costprice, improved labour conditions, employee safety and ergonomics (less handling, loading and unloading are required).




SME Coordinator Egbert TIJHUIS Company size S3TYHUIS MACHINES HOLDING B.V.Deurningerstraat 216 A7557 HM - Hengelo (O)The NetherlandsPhone: 31742916284Fax: 31742913992Email: [email protected]: www.tijhuis.nl

SME Proposer(s)ANT. PANHANS WERKZEUG U.MACHINENFABRIK Germany S4GMBH




Acronym PLAXIS 3D

Proposal title Development of three-dimensional simulation model for engineering and design of tunnels, excavations and heavy loaded pavements

Abstract No abstract provided by the proposers




SME Coordinator IR Jan KRUIZINGA Company size S4KOAC-WMD INSTITUUT VOOR MATERIAAL- EN WEGBOUWKUNDIG ONDERZOEK BV

Schumanpark 437336 AS - ApeldoornThe NetherlandsPhone: 31555433100Fax: 31555433111Email: [email protected]: www.koac-wmd.nl

SME Proposer(s)STUDIEBUREAU VOOR BOUWKUNDE Belgium S3RAADGEVENDE INGENIEURS




Acronym ELECTROFIBRES

Proposal title Electrically Conducting FibresProduction and Application

Abstract At the moment, metallic conductors like Cu, Ag, etc., as well as non metallic conductors like graphite are used to screen off sensitive electronic components of electromagnetic waves. The application possibilities are characterised by the mechanical properties and the lack of possibility for conduction of high frequency currents. In addition, the insulating properties are rather inadequate. Therefore, the manufacturing of fibres coated with intrinsically conducting polymers, will be developed, which not only have outstanding mechanical properties but can be incorporate in polymermatrices and are also characterised by excellent heat insulation. The coated fibres can be of biological origin, (wood, wool, flax) as well as synthetic fibres. These novel materials will be manufactured and used by participating SMEs.




SME Coordinator Dipl.-Chem. Christian NÜRNBERGER Company size S3NUERNENBERGER & KITTLER GMBHWerkstrasse 104565 - Regis-BreitingenGermanyPhone: 493434371212Fax: 493434371225

SME Proposer(s)INDUSTRIAS QUÍMICAS TEXTILES S.A Spain S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 36 - Manufacture of furniture; manufacturing n.e.c.

34 - Manufacture of motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailersComments Automobile industry, Manufacturing of furniture




Acronym MODULAR HOME

Proposal title NEW GENERATION MODULAR BUILDING SYSTEM FOR HOUSING UNITS WITH 3 STORIES AND MORE

Abstract The goal of this project is to develop a new generation modular building system for housing units with 3 stories and more. The project will generate innovative ways to combine the strengths of different materials (mainly steel and concrete) and find the optimal level of prefabrication needed to fit economic productiontransportation and on-site assembly. New solutions need to be developed for using and combining steel and lightweight concrete manufacturing technologies. By exploi-ting the best properties of the different materials and techno-logies the most appropriate material and technology can be uti-lized, where possible. Solutions developed thus far are material-based using, for example, timber only. Intention is to have slen-der bearing structures to utilize steel while slabs and exterior walls are, to be based on lightweight concrete.




SME Coordinator ANDRES SAAME Company size S4KODUMAJATEHASE AS 15 PAERNU ROAD 10141 TALLINN ESTONIA15 PÄRNU ROAD10 141 - TALLINNEstoniaPhone: 3726651721Fax: 6651731Email: [email protected]: http://www.uninet.ee/~kodumaja/

SME Proposer(s)3L-PLAN GBR Germany S3




Acronym AUTOCASTING

Proposal title Automation of machine casting processes

Abstract The goal of the project is the development of fully automated systems formachine casting which will give rise to opportunities for a competitive andsustainable growth of European SMEs involved in casting, as well as for atechnology innovation in the European Union as a whole. The particular groups ofoperations that are to be subjected to automation in accordance with theenvisaged project are (a) the dosage, the transfer and the infusion of meltedalloys into press-forms; (b) the cleaning and smearing of press-forms; and (c)the unloading of castings machines. The full automation of these operations willcreate the necessary conditions for a quality control of casting.




SME Coordinator Dipl. Ing. Ulrich BOCK Company size S4MONEVA GMBH+CO. LEICHTMETALLGUSSLederstrasse 5PO Box 112473650 - WinterbachGermanyPhone: 497181702171Fax: 497181702109Internet: www.moneva.de

SME Proposer(s)SPESIMA GMBH Bulgaria S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.Comments




Acronym CONTACT-SAFETY

Proposal title Adaptation of A New Test-Technology For Micro-Contacts In Safety-Sensitive Industrial Production Processes And Demonstration Of Appliances In Selected Different Branches

Abstract Electric contacts are the "weak points" of electric circuits. The trend to minimisation along with increasing requirements concerning safety and costs can not be answered by off-line test methods of contacts with its considerable uncertainties. Claimed by the industry a basic technology is developed for an automatic on-line destroy-less test method which enables to create a quality management. The method tests just the interesting parameters and avoids detours to indirect parameters. This basic cross-sectional technology has to be adopted to different branches and tested under real industrial conditions. The production time and costs can be reduced and the competitiveness can be improved as well as the safety in both production and life-time of the product. This is a contributen also toward zero-waste-production.




SME Coordinator Torsten KREISCHER Company size S2TKR SPEZIALWERKZEUGE GMBHKaltenhof 2758285 - GevelbergGermanyPhone: 492332954911Fax: 492332954912Email: [email protected]: www.tkr-tools.de

SME Proposer(s)OCP BEHEER B.V The Netherlands S2




Acronym MEOS

Proposal title 3-D In-line inspection using microstrip sensors

Abstract This project aims to produce a new inspection technique for soldered joints on Printed Circuit Board assemblies using X-ray inspection and 3-D image analysis. The continuity of soldered connections on printed circuit board (PCB) assemblies is of paramount importance in ensuring the reliability of almost any electronic device. The need exists for a fast, reliable QA testing methodology, which will increase reliability and reduce manufacture time of PCBs . The opportunity exists to use 3-D X-ray visualisation technology, presently being developed in the medical field, to produce a non-contact, once-through x-ray scanning system capable of detecting flaws in multi-layer PCB assemblies by comparing the manufactured device with an image of a "perfect model" .




SME Coordinator Mr. Nicholas FOX Company size S2BAGGAGE SCAN LIMITEDNottingham Business Park, City Link, The Island Business DistrictNG2 4LA - NottinghamUnited KingdomPhone: 01158484957Fax: 01158484959Email: [email protected]: www.ish.co.uk

SME Proposer(s)ANCO S.A. AGENCIES, COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY Greece S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 31 - Manufacture of electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c.

32 - Manufacture of radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus33 - Manufacture of medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.

Comments




Acronym SAFE TUNNELLIGHTING

Proposal title Development of a safety oriented management-, control- and monotoring system for technical systems in Tunnels

Abstract Safety in tunnels is an increasing problem in all European countries.The increasing trafficload makes it difficult to maintain the technicalsystems of the tunnel in a safe way.So there is a growing demand for technica systems that are nearly maintenancefree.Industria (NL) and TSS (UK) wish to develop an integrated management-, control-and monotoringsystem for tunneltechnics, using the electrical supply system ofthe mainlighting as backbone.To prepare this project they want to execute a feasibility study and a searchfor partners for this project.




SME Coordinator Drs Evert J. E.J. VAN SCHAIK Company size S4INDUSTRIA TECHNISCHE VERLICHTING BVRietbaan 10PO Box 87683009 AT - RotterdamCedex 3009 ATThe NetherlandsPhone: 310102640164Fax: 310102640166Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)TECHNICAL SUPPORT & SUPPLIES LTD United Kingdom S3


31 - Manufacture of electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c.Comments We are looking for one or more partners who install othertechnical systems in tunnels.

The research institute can also be a manufacturer of elec-tronic components.




Acronym 900 MPA UHP

Proposal title 900 MPa Ultra-High-Pressure Water Jets

Abstract The goal of the project is to lead the waterjet (WJ) technology to new fields of application by developing a high efficient 900 MPa WJ system. The efficiency of a WJ is mainly depending on the hydraulic energy, the product of volume flow rate and pressure. The industry need tools which create small width of cut with high cutting speed. With high pressure the nozzle diameter can be reduced by higher density of hydraulic energy compared to a state-of-the-art system with 400 MPa. The specific properties of water (liquid-solid transition) and abrasives under ultra-high-pressure will be investigated and solved in this project. Requirements and reliability of pump and components have to be new defined. The fact, that European companies are in minority on the market of WJ cutting, shows the importance of this project. The development of this WJ tool which is able to cut thin metal plates without abrasives will open new markets in Europe and outside of the European Community.




SME Coordinator Franz TRIEB Company size S4BOHLER HOCHDRUCKTECHNIK GMBHWerk-IV-StrassePO Box 278605 - KapfenbergAustriaPhone: 433862303300Fax: 43862303304Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)TAL-LUFTECHNIK GMBH Germany S2




Acronym NOTA

Proposal title Notion of a soft playing piano

Abstract The sound amplifying by an electronic measuring of the string's oscillation or the complete electronicgeneration of the sound does not lead to a natural sound. (Result from CRAFT BRST-CT98-5250) The objective of this proposal is the development of a new piano action with an individual volumecontrol device for an original sound of a piano. For the realisation, microsystems as dampingsystems are planned to develop to be installed into the piano action to reduce the force of the pianohammer to the string. Because of the reduction of sound pressure level, the bass tones are particularly influenced. Therefore, a softly played piano does not sound balanced over the complete audio range. Restyling the sound management in the piano case can compensate this problem. Here, the use of the sound systems applied in loudspeakers, as e.g. the bass reflex system, is offered. Objective is the development of a piano cabinet that allows approximating the sound of agrand piano on a normal piano.




SME Coordinator Mr Rolf IBACH Company size S3RUD. IBACH. SOHN GMBH + CO. KGWilhelmstrasse 4358332 - SchwelmGermanyPhone: 49233693930Fax: 492236939393Email: [email protected]: http://www.ibach.de

SME Proposer(s)FAKS FORSCHUNGS- UND ENTWICKLUNGS- GMBH Germany S2

MEYER FABRYAKA FORTEPIANÓW I PIANIN Poland S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 20 - Manufacture of wood and of products of wood and cork, except furniture; manufacture of

articles of straw and plaiting materials

36 - Manufacture of furniture; manufacturing n.e.c.31 - Manufacture of electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c.

Comments




Acronym CODAB

Proposal title On-line COntrol of Drawing And Blanking Processand Quality of the product

Abstract In order to modernize their production tools, the blanking-drawing companies are trying to improve their productibilityby maximizing the automation and the press integration of product control. This project aims to develop hybridindustrial control tools and methods leading to "zero defect". These methods should be used during the drawing andcutting sequence either directly in real time under the press or in hidden time outside of the press, which would result inan instant diagnostic of each part either cut or drawn so as to control the production both unitwise and globally. Wemore specifically refer to two emerging methods: acoustic emission to directly control the products under the press, andcomputer-aided vision control. The project implies an association of the competencies of laboratories specialized inacoustics and vision, designers and manufacturers of industrial control equipment, and principally industrialists usingbe drawing and cutting process to validate and exploit the results and methods. The Exploratory Award which is of acooperative nature as it mainly associates small- and medium-size firms allows the implementation of a wide-spanningproject meeting the CRAFT program objectives.




SME Coordinator Mr. JEAN-LUC MINSTER Company size S4GRIS DÉCOUPAGE S.A.Z.I. DE LESMENILSBP 18554 706 - PONT A MOUSSONFrancePhone: 0383808019Fax: 0383808020Email: [email protected]: www.gris-decoupage.com

SME Proposer(s)VALLEN - SYSTEME GMBH Germany S2


29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering

Comments . Industrialists using the drawing and blanking process. Control equipment manufacturers. Technical centers and university laboratories




Acronym BUILDING WASTE GUIDE

Proposal title EUROPEAN BUILDING WASTE GUIDE - AVOIDING AND SEPARATING WASTE ON BUILDING SITES BY ORGANISATIONAL AND TECHNICAL MEASURES ADOPTED COOPERATIVELY BY SME'S

Abstract UNTIL NOW, THE DECENTRALIZED DISPOSAL OF WASTE MATERIALS GENERATED BY INDIVIDUAL SME BUILDING FIRMS HAS REPRESENTED A CONSIDERABLE ADDITIONAL COST IN TERMS OF TIME AND MONEY. DUE TO THE SMALL AMOUNTS OF WASTE PRODUCED BY INDIVIDUAL BUILDING FIRMS AND THE LACK OF KNOWLEDGE OF ENVIRONMENTALLY WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES, WASTE WICH COULD BE RECYCLED IS THROWN AWAY AND VALUABLE DISPOSAL AREA UN-NECESSARILY USED UP. THE RESEARCH PROJECT INCLUDES THE GOAL OF ORGANIZING BUILDING PROCEDURES IN SEVERAL EU STATES IN SUCH A WAY THAT BUILDING IS CARRIED OUT WITHA MINIMUM OF WASTE PRODUCTION AND WITH AN EMPHASIS ON RECYCLING. A SYSTEM OFSTANDARDIZED WASTE INDEXES IS TO BE DETERMINED AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS FOR SUSTAINABLE ASTE MANAGEMENT ARE DEVELOPED. THE DISSEMINATION OF THE RESULTS IS TO TAKE PLACE BY WAY OF A EUROPEAN BUILDING WASTE GUIDE, WHICH WILL MAKE THE PRODUCTION OF WASTE TRANSPARENT FROM THE PLANNING STAGE TO THE ACTUAL REALISATIONOF BUILDING PROJECTS.




SME Coordinator MATTHIAS ROSS Company size S4KIRCHBAUHOF GEMEINNUETZIGE BESCHAEFTIGUNGS- UND QUALIFIZIERUNGS-GESSELSCHAFT MBH

FALCKENSTEINSTRASSE 4910997 - BERLINGermanyPhone: 49306177620Fax: 49306113435Email: [email protected]: WWW.KIRCHBAUHOF.DE

SME Proposer(s)CONSUR S.C.A. (ANDALUSIAN CO-OPERATIVE Spain S4SOCIETY)


90 - Sewage and refuse disposal, sanitation and similar activitiesComments




Acronym SEISMIC FUSES

Proposal title "Seismic Fuse" - Components for Reinforced Concrete Structures in Earthquake Prone Regions

Abstract A low cost method of reducing the impact of earthquakes on reinforced concrete structures has been developed and is subject to international patent protection. This involves the use of inserts of known ductility and yield strength fitted between reinforcing bar sections using mechanical full strength threaded couplers. Limited experimentation has demonstrated the effectiveness of the concept. However, much experimental and computational work is needed to provide a comprehensive guide to the application of the invention in the design and engineering of structures. A series of tests with concrete frames using shaking tables is required together with extensive computation/modelling to cover sufficient cases. Such experimental and modelling work will simulate real earthquake conditions as closely as possible. The invention enables the European codes of practice for seismmic design to be implemented at low cost and therefore has very large potential social and economic impact.




SME Coordinator DR Michael David HANCOCK Company size S2DEE ASSOCIATES (BUSINESS CONSULTANTS) LIMITED4 Chantry Court, Sovereign WayCH1 4QN - CHESTERUnited KingdomPhone: 441244394219Fax: 441244394214Email: [email protected]: www.dee-associates.com

SME Proposer(s)CRISBAR SRL Italy S2


73 - Research and developmentComments




Acronym ANTISEISMIC STIRRUPS

Proposal title New industrial spiral stirrups in concrete reinforcement,providing better antiseismic behaviour of buildings andconstructions. Optimisation and Industrialisation.

Abstract A new type of industrial stirrup in concrete reinforcement is developed and laboratory tests have already proved its superiority during strong earthquakes. Main objectives of this project, will be the industrialisation of the manufacturing process, as well as the optimisation, experimental verification and validation of the proposed concept. Besides, alternative materials (FRPs) and different designs will be evaluated. The role of stirrups for the antiseismic strength of buildings is crucial, sincethey protect the concrete from expanding and fragmentising and the rebars of the reinforcement from buckling and collapsing, what is proved to be the main failure mechanism of buildings during earthquakes. The developed stirrups are manufactured from a continuous wire, form consecutive windings along its longitudinal direction and house the rebars, with a pitch that may be uniform or variable. Because of their spiral continuous form, the axial load carried by the stirrups may continuously transmitted with no interruption across its length.




SME Coordinator Dipl. Eng. Gregory ALATIS Company size S3THORAX ANTISEISMIKI S.A.Stournari 57104 32 - AthensGreecePhone: 3019602457Fax: 3019602457Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)BETA SYSTEMS SRL Italy S3


26 - Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products25 - Manufacture of rubber and plastic products33 - Manufacture of medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks

Comments




Acronym CHIEF

Proposal title CLADDING OF HASTELLOY FOR INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING FLANGES (CHIEF)

Abstract The laser cladding of stainless steel with Hastelloy in order that critical exposed areas achieve the samecorrosion performance as solid Hastelloy would dramatically reduce the consumption of the alloy in theproduction of flanges for chemical vessels and pipework systems with important consequences for theusage level of the strategic elements required. At the sametime a cost reduction of up to 200% perflange would be produced by minimisation of Hastelloy usage and this would lead to increasedcompetitiveness for the manufacture of such components.Research is proposed into the process optimisation of laser cladding of Hastelloy in powder form ontostainless steel flanges and weld necks. The main deliverable to be produced from this project is atested demonstration system for laser cladding in this system. This technology can be exploited forthe production of flanges with a wide range of sizes for use in manufacture of chemical processingplant.




SME Coordinator MR CHRISTOPHER GILMARTIN Company size S4GILWOOD (FABRICATORS) COMPANY LIMITEDBRADSHAW STREETOL10 1PL - HEYWOOD, LANCASHIREUnited KingdomPhone: 441706360551Fax: 441706625666Email: [email protected]: www.gilwood.co.uk

SME Proposer(s)NAIXUS LASERTECHNIK GMBH Germany S2




Acronym THERMAL CONCRETE

Proposal title CHARACTERISATION OF THERMAL DELAY OF LIGHT CONCRETE BLOCKS MADE ON EXPANDED CLAY

Abstract The project proposes the characterisation of thermal delay of light concrete blocks made on expanded clay in order to improvethe characteristics of construction blocks from three main points of view. BUILDING MATERIAL: the development of improved building materials by testingdifferent granulometries and agglomeration processdesign dimensions of blocksBUILDING MATERIALS STANDARDISATION: the standardisation of the thermal delay of light concrete materials by comparingunder standard conditions.ENVIRONMENTAL: the use of a material allowingImprovement of energy requirements in buildingUse environmental friendly materialsReduction of plastics in building as insulation materialsMain Factors affecting Temperature Delay are:-> Characteristics of the material employed in the manufacture of the blocks-> Structural dimensions of the block, i.e. thickness, structural hollows, forms and dimensions.The design of the blocks as well as the materials employed are of fundamental importance in order to obtain an as highertemperature delay as possible but using a single material and isolation layer.




SME Coordinator ANTONIO PALERM Company size S3PALERM S.A.CR. PORRERES-CAMPOS KM. 1.407260 - PORRERES(ILLES BALEARS)SpainPhone: 34971647364Fax: 34971647713Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)PAVILLECA, PAVIMENTOS E BLOCOS, S.A. Portugal S4




Acronym HATS

Proposal title HYBRID ACTUATOR TESTING SYSTEM

Abstract All transportation systems , including aircraft, suffer from fatigue failures. To ensure that components and systems reach their target life times durability testing is carried out. The generation of very high forcing levels required, at both low and high frequencies currently requires complex and expensive equipment. The choices open to a company needing to test is between; electromagnetic shakers and servo hydraulic actuators. In both cases the costs involved are high and more importantly the performances are always compromised. The impact on the environment through the use of these systems is typically high as they invariably use large electronic amplifiers or hydraulic plant that consumes 100's of kW of power. The HATS system will use the SMART material TERFENOL-D to produce a composite actuator . The actuator will comprise a low frequency hydraulic ram and high frequency Magnetstrictive force actuator aligned in series.




SME Coordinator Mr. ALAN BENNETTS Company size S2BAY SYSTEMS LTD.CRYSNAL HOUSE, MAIN ROAD, WESTHAYBA6 9TN - GLASTONBURY, SOMERSET,United KingdomPhone: 441458860393Fax: 441458860693Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)TESIS-SOFTWARE Belgium S1


SME Specific Measures Energy, Environment and Sustainable Development


Acronym COOLTAINER

Proposal title DEVELOPMENT OF A MOBILE SOLAR-DRIVEN REFRIGERATED CONTAINER FOR RURAL AREAS

Abstract In countries with a high level of sunshine there is a considerable demand for cold supply. Statistics have shownthat in sough Europe nearly 10% of fresh food become worse in quality due to the lack of sufficient refrigeration.This concerns in particular structurally weak rural areas in Southern Europe (Greece, Spain, Portugal, etc.) whichrepresent about 2/3 of the total territory in these regions. The main problems in these thinly populated areas are often the logistics and the lack of infrastructure. Against this background there is a majour demand for new andinnovative solutions for decentralised and combined cooling processes. Solar refrigeration plants are ideal for keeping foodstuffs fresh, since the solar radiation which "causes" the need for refrigeration is available in sufficient quantities. The COOLTAINER proposed here can be used for different applications such, for exampleas the storage of fresh fish, meat and vegetables and also of medicine. Prior to the project, the possibility ofapplication on a large scale was tested by means of some basic system-related laboratory trials and the resultswere positive. The objective is to develop further and optimise the COOLTAINER in the framework of a researchproject so that upon completion an experimental plant is available which demonstrates considerable advantageswith regard to economy in compar

Key Action EESD-6. Key action Economic and Efficient Energy for a Competitive Europe



SME Coordinator Theo VAN BAKKUM Company size S2CRYCLE CRYOGENIC DEVELOPMENT NVPO Box 40562003 EB - Haarlem, NHThe NetherlandsPhone: 0031653244839Fax: 0031235361194Email: [email protected]: http://www.crycle.nl

SME Proposer(s)COOLINGTEC INDUSTRIES (1993) LTD. Israel S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areasComments There have alreday additional partners been asked to participate andsome have agreed to

join the project in phase 2. Anyhow it's anticpatedto identify additional partners with the aid of the IRC network sponseredby the EC




Acronym WINDCONTROL

Proposal title DESIGN OF NEW CONTROL AND MONITORING SYSTEMS FOR WIND TURBINES

Abstract The main objective of the project will be to design, develop and test new cost-effective control system components to be integrated in wind turbines of more than 1 MW of power. These new components and its specific objectives will be: . To design a new medium voltage (>=6,000 volt) synchronous generator, together with its frequency control system for 50 Hz . To design an advanced control algorithm that will act over the blade pitch and over the main shaft, in order to reduce mechanical and fatigue loads induced in all of the components of the wind turbine. . To establish a methodology of data acquisition for monitoring the real performance achieved in the machines and for the improvements achieved in load reduction and quality of the generated electricity




SME Coordinator MR GREGORIO RIVAS Company size S3INGETEAM, S.A.PINTOR MAEZTU, 2-1° IZDA31008 - PAMPLONASpainPhone: 34948175633Fax: 34948175635

SME Proposer(s)GARRAD HASSAN AND PARTNERS LTD United Kingdom S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 40 - Electricity, gas, steam and hot water supply

29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.Comments 40: Electricity generation and operation utilities29: Manufacturers of machinery and

equipment for wind energy generation




Acronym FM-DC-Hard-Anodizing

Proposal title Introduction of a new Energy- and Timesaving FM-DC-Hard-Anodizing-Process for Al-Cu-alloys : Requirements and field demonstration test in selected Industrial Applications

Abstract To save energy in both production and use of the final products, steel based material will be more and more substituted by light but extremely firm material like outstanding Al-Cu-alloys. Mostly these alloys need a specified surface to resist e.g. against abrasion. Conventional anodizing processes are not suited for these alloys. The SME proposer (supporter for considerably different industrial end-users) is about to develop a hard-anodizing process for Al-Cu-alloys which saves appr. 70 % of the energy needed compared with conventional technologies. The closed-to-market project aims are: analysis of the requirements in different industrial areas/countries, construction of 5 test units and demonstration tests of the multi-sectoral technology in selected countries with embedding of experts for standardisation, norms, regulations and political incentives. Finally countries are enabled to take part in the global market (e.g. automotive) even with lower job qualification.



Intended Step 2 project Demonstration Project Duration Exploratory Phase 12 months

SME Coordinator Mr. Frank FISCHER Company size S2FISCHER OBERFLAECHENTECHNIK GmbHWullener Feld 1558454 - WittenGermanyPhone: 492302963506Fax: 492302963512Email: [email protected]: www.fot.de

SME Proposer(s)CAMPRODUKT B.V. The Netherlands S2


29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.31 - Manufacture of electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c.33 - Manufacture of medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks

Comments Potential participants are engaged in surfaceing Al-alloys by anodizing for different applications in the above NACE-divisions




Acronym AHEF

Proposal title Advanced Heat Exchanger for In-house Heating

Abstract Modern housing construction still shows a lack of energy efficiency. A number of measures will show together an improvement of at least 44%. However, the needed investments are not always cost-effective. This is the reason, that for example real estate developers and housing associations still reduce investments to a minimum amount. The investments are most often restricted to roof-isolation, high efficiency central heating boilers or high efficiency windows. However, a very easy, cheap and straightforward method to save energy, is by recovering the heat out of the waste gas of both the central heating boiler as the waste gas of the house as well again for in-house heating. The result of this project will be a straightforward, highly innovative instrument that will improve the quality of in-home living combined with the efficient use of natural resources. The proposed instrument will be highly reliable, cost effective, safe and environmentally friendly. This multidisciplinary project combines physics, electronics, computer calculating, mechanical engineering, materials engineering and production techniques.




SME Coordinator Mr. Arnold OTTEN Company size S3SWENTIBOLD PLAATBEWERKING BVMaaseikerweg 56114 JN - SusterenThe NetherlandsPhone: 0031464493004Fax: 0031464491980

SME Proposer(s)OTTEN GMBH Germany S3




Acronym ABSOLAIR

Proposal title AIR-COOLED, SOLAR (GAS) -DRIVEN NH3-H2O ABSORPTION SYSTEM FOR AIR CONDITIONING AND OTHER COOLING APPLICATIONS USING A COMPOUND PARABOLIC COLLECTOR

Abstract Air-conditioning is the dominating energy consuming service in buildings in many countries. In many regions in Europe the demand for cooling and dehumidification of indoor air is growing due to increasing cooling loads. Conventional cooling technologies exhibit several clear disadvantages: their operation demands a high energy consumption; they cause high electricity peak loads; they significantly contribute to the Greenhouse effect (induced CO2 emissions resulting from the production of electricity) and they generally employ refrigerants that have several negative environmental impacts (global warming, ozone depletion).This project addresses these problems by development and integration of the necessary technologies for utilisat:ion of solar energy for air conditioning of buildings. The industrial target is to develop and demonstrate a new air-cooled solar-driven NH3-H20 absorption system for air-conditioning and other cooling applications, with a capacity of 10 - 50 kW, using a compound parabolic collector and a gas-driven back-up system.

Key Action EESD-5. Key action Cleaner Energy Systems, including Renewable Energies



SME Coordinator Mr. Andre E. HAGENDIJK Company size S1CEERAN LTD.Oudstraat 627425 EG - DeventerThe NetherlandsPhone: 31570653554Fax: 31570653554Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)AO SOL, ENERGIAS RENOVAVEIS, LDA. Portugal S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.Comments Manufacturer of air-conditioning equipment




Acronym Modern heating

Proposal title Investigation of the possibilities and development of a modelfor reconstruction of heating systems in small towns andvillages. Pilot project in couties of East-and West-Virumaa

Abstract The goal of the project is to work out the program of reconstruction the heating systems in all region of North-East Estonia, with modern technolo-gies of :f'iring the fuel and modern equipment. Special attention will be paid for working out and implementation of new technologies of using the local fuels, among them fuel oil, which is unique resource in all Europe, and which is exported to a number of European states. Implementation of the program of reconstruction, is allowing to elevate the effectiveness of combustion the fuels in Estonia and in the other Euro-pean states, which are using the Estonian fuel oil, reduce the cost of heating , increase the level of life-comfort , decrease the pollution in Estonia and in other European countries.




SME Coordinator Dipl. Eng. Vladimir SIDORKIN Company size S2ENTEH ENGINEERING LTDElektriku 330328 - Kohtla-JärveEstoniaPhone: 3723373349Fax: 3723373349Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)BAEHR GMBH Germany S3

FRENCH-LITHUANIAN JOINT STOCK COMPANY Lithuania S2"EKSERGIJA"

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 40 - Electricity, gas, steam and hot water supply

73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineeringComments




Acronym (AUTOFOR)

Proposal title Automatic Recording of Foraging Behaviour as a Tool for Habitat and Species Conservation

Abstract The proposal addresses the effect of free ranging herbivores on plant biodiversityThe aim is to develop an animal mounted camera and intelligent sensing system torecord the nature and quantity of food plants ingested by free ranging herbivores.The objectives are to: (i) monitor herbivore grazing activity(ii) provide information about the impact of herbivores on plant biodiversity(iii) make temporal and spatial measurements of foraging activity(iv) provide insights into reproductive and social behaviour, territoriality, vocalisation and interspecies contact.Prototype systems will be subject to performance tests/customer acceptance trials.

Key Action EESD-2. Key action Global Change, Climate and Biodiversity



SME Coordinator Mr Vincent LYNCH Company size S2SALFORD ELECTRONIC CONSULTANTS LTDTechnology HouseLissadel StreetM6 6AP - SalfordUnited KingdomPhone: 441612782586Fax: 441612782701Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)IMF TECHNOLOGY GMBH Germany S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 32 - Manufacture of radio, television and communication equipment and apparatus

33 - Manufacture of medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks1 - Agriculture, hunting and related service activities73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering

Comments




Acronym BILAPS

Proposal title DEVELOPMENT OF THE BIPOLAR LEAD ACID POWER SOURCE FOR HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Abstract The Hybrid Electric Vehicle market is emerging. All hybrid vehicles, including fuel cell powered vehicles, need an energy storage system in order to facilitate regenerative breaking and peak power shaving. The Bipolar Lead Acid Power Source (BILAPS), that will be developed in the proposed project, offers the perspective of indeed being able to meet the severe requirements for this application. The BILAPS is based on the common SLI lead acid battery, that offers high power at low cost. In enabling HEV's to be built that operate at very high energy efficiencies, combined with the efficient charge and discharge characteristics of the BILAPS, this will greatly contribute to meeting the Kyoto Agreements. It is expected that next to the HEV market, the BILAPS will also serve in the UPS market , the SLI market and the traction battery (BEV) market. The BILAPS will be developed by the in the proposal mentioned SME 's, thus gaining access to the increasing market of high power batteries.




SME Coordinator Mr. A.J.D. ROVERS Company size S4CENTURION ACCUMULATOREN B.V.MOLENSINGEL 17PO Box 1975900AD - VENLOThe NetherlandsPhone: 31775311741Fax: 31773517072Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)R.B.C. France S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products

25 - Manufacture of rubber and plastic products28 - Manufacture of fabricated metal products, except machinery and equipment

Comments Partners sought with relevant experience in smart battery cooling and/or sealing and housing technology.




Acronym IWRS

Proposal title The Development of an Integrated Waste Recycling System

Abstract Municipal solid waste within the European Union presents a formidable problem,with over 200M tonnes of waste being produced annually and requiring treatment.The work proposed by the Consortium of SMEs in this project is aimed at providinga viable alternative to landfill and incineration for a significant percentage ofmunicipal solid waste through the development of an Integrated Waste RecyclingSystem (IWRS). The IWRS will have the capability to handle unsorted municipalsolid waste. It is designed around several pieces of equipment that arecommercially available, and whose performance as stand-alone items of plant iswell characterised. The innovation of the approach proposed is through theintegration of the equipment and processes, to produce a stand-alonewaste-processing system capable of dealing with a range of municipal solid wastes.The IWRS is designed to yield products that are marketable commodities, and whichwould add value to the waste feedstock.

Key Action EESD-4. Key action City of Tomorrow and Cultural Heritage



SME Coordinator Mr Leonard COLE Company size S2ENVIROCARE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT LTDBeech House, 22 Greenslade RoadPark HallWS5 3QH - South WalsallUnited KingdomPhone: 4401922622042Fax: 4401922615200Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)ENVIRECO ADVANCED ECOLOGICAL SYSTEMS Greece S3LIMITED




Acronym CAST

Proposal title City Analysis Simulation Tool

Abstract Cities of the futur -are in fact cites of today, but 50 or more years later. Inherent problems of individual cities of today are likely to create even bigger problems in the future. However, careful planning of various aspects of the development of a city is likely to produce a better controlled development and a more efficient city of the future. To help this careful planning, we propose the development of a process and software tools for analysis and simulation of cities into the future - a City Analysis Simulation Tool (CAST). CAST will be based on Virtual Reality technology and Complexity Theory, to enable decision making for sustainable City development, based on a long term simulation of complex behaviour and interactive visualisation of the simulacion, of cities. The results of the project will comprise a new model for the sustainable development of European cities.

Key Action EESD-4. Key action City of Tomorrow and Cultural Heritage



SME Coordinator Dr Lubo JANKOVIC Company size S2INTESYS LTDBirmingham Research Park Vincent Drive, EdgbastonB15 2SQ - BirminghamUnited KingdomPhone: 441214727667Fax: 44374595561Email: [email protected]: ww.invirtuo.com

SME Proposer(s)CENTRO PARA A CONSERÇÃO DE ENERGIA Portugal S3




Acronym Fate Waste CHP Process

Proposal title Development of a CHP Process Using Grease And Oil Waste From Plants And Animals

Abstract After the dioxin scandal of contaminated chicken from Belgium, the market for the use of these oils for animal food purpose has cracked down. The collectors in EU of used oils actually search valorisation strategies, which are ecologically and economically acceptable. Sud Récupération and AMS wish to develop a new process recycling this waste using the AMS motor technology. Contrary to other technologies, these motors use unrefined plant oils without previous chemical conversion at high eco-efficiency. The Potential is about 1.9 million t of replaced refined fuel. The 2 project partners want to associate other SME to this project. There will be 2700 jobs created in EU. The process contributes to 5.2 % to respect the Kyoto protocol against the greenhouse effect. The project uses the CHP technology on small installations. The motor constructor AMS wishes to find a new combustible, which will help to distribute them also to burn fresh vegetable oil for further reduction of CO2 emissions.




SME Coordinator Mrs. Michèle MARTIN Company size S3SUD RÉCUPÉRATION SARL15, chemin de Labarthe31600 - LabastidetteFrancePhone: 3361561429Fax: 3362230700Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)AMS ANTRIEBS- UND MASCHINENTECHNIK GMBH Germany S3SCHOENEBECK

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 37 - Recycling

15 - Manufacture of food products and beverages41 - Collection, purification and distribution of water73 - Research and development

Comments - grease or fat related industrie- RDT and engineering performer in grease and fat refining




Acronym HAUS - Energie

Proposal title Small-scale total energy systems powered by biomass and wastes

Abstract Application is made for assistance in preparing a Step 2 proposal aimed at developing small-scale 'total' energy generation systems for European markets by 2005. The target development will exploit advances in gas conditioning, filtration and electro-chemistry to generate 'high-grade' energy, in the form of medium CV gas and electricity, from renewable carbohydrate feedstock (energy crops and agricultural wastes) and from selected domestic and commercial wastes. The main novel features of these generators, to be demonstrated during Step 2, are: 1. independently controllable generation rates for the main products so that arbitrarily variable demands for both can be met (up to the maximum capacity for each separately); 2. the elimination of all major moving parts; 3. generation efficiencies of over 50% for electricity and over 90% for medium CV gas, these efficiencies rising as load decreases. The final commercial package will be competitive with fossil-fired equivalents.




SME Coordinator Dr. James GIBB Company size S1PROGRESSIVE ENERGY TECHNOLOGY LTD.Pennington House,Lower WoodsideSO41 8AA - LymingtonUnited KingdomPhone: 441590670483Fax: 441590676919Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)PLANUNGSGRUPPE ENERGIE UND TECHNIK - Germany S2NOTTEBAUM & PARTNER GBR

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 23 - Manufacture of coke, refined petroleum products and nuclear fuel

73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering2 - Forestry, logging and related service activities40 - Electricity, gas, steam and hot water supply

Comments Collaboration is sought in two main technical areas:1. air refinement technology; and2. gas conditioning technology for stationary fuel cellapplications.




Acronym JETCUT

Proposal title REMOTELY OPERATED CUTTING SYSTEM FOR SUBSEA OIL WELLS AND PILES

ON OFFSHORE PLATFORMS

Abstract Over 4000 offshore oil wells have been drilled so far in the development of Europe's offshore oil and gas reserves. The bore of each well is lined with several steel tubes, called "casing", inside each other. The gap between each casing is filled with cement, or drilling fluids. These oil wells must eventually be removed to make the seabed safe for fishing. The traditional method of doing this is to cut the casing with explosives several metres below the seabed. This now presents problems because of the safety regulations for use of explosives offshore. It can also disturb mounds of toxic materials on the seabed around the oil well that were deposited during drilling. There are similar problems with cutting piles on offshore platforms. Our project will overcome these problems by developing and testing a new high pressure abrasive water jet cutting system for oil well removal. Until now this has not been feasible for cutting oil wells because the gaps containing fluids prevent a single cut through all the tubes. Our system will include a special nozzle for injecting gas into the gaps permitting the cutting jet to cross gaps and continue the cut through several layers of steel and cement.




SME Coordinator MR DAVID DENT Company size S3CIRCLE TECHNICAL SERVICES LTD15/16 WOODLANDS DRIVEAB21 0GW - ABERDEENUnited KingdomPhone: 441224775222Fax: 441224775333Email: [email protected]: HTTP://WWW.CIRCLETECH.CO.UK

SME Proposer(s)CM INGEGNERIA SRL Italy S3




Acronym BIOWASTES

Proposal title Ecological treatment of biowastes to biofuel

Abstract The presented project is intend on the material utilisation of biowastes, particularly the wastes from municipal sphere and from the food - processing, chemical and pharmaceutical industry, particularly the sludge the properties of which do not correspondent to the possibility of their use in agriculture. The basic principle of the biofuel production from the waste sludge and other biowastes consists in the creation of the optimum conditions for the short - term aerobic fermentation of the mixture of dewatered sludge with solid biowastes, with its help in comes to the desodorisation simultaneously with higher water evaporation and the fermented mixture can consequently be dessicated on the drier without air contamination. The development of cogeneration pilot plant for the electric and thermal energy production by the use of biofuel with a view to the housebuilding and industrial buildings.




SME Coordinator Dipl. Landwirt Steffen RICHTER Company size S3AGRAR UND SERVICE GMBH MUTZSCHENBahnhofstrasse 69 A04688 - 04688 MutzschenGermanyPhone: 493438551435Fax: 493438551302

SME Proposer(s)AGRO-EKO Czech Republic S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering

29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.Comments We are searching for partners in the following fields of activity: - enviromentel

engeneering and waste treatment. - biotechnology and microbiology- builders of plants and apparatus




Acronym CLEAN SQUEEZING

Proposal title A NEW TREATMENT FOR ACID WATERS DERIVING FROM OLIVE SQUEEZING

Abstract THE RESEARCH PROJECT SUBMITTED AIMS TO DEVELOP A NEW TREATMENT WHICH EXPLOITS BIOLOGICAL AND CHIMICAL METHODS, AS WELL AS ELECTROCHIMICAL OXIDIZATION PROCESS IN ORDER TO AVOID DAMAGES DERIVING FROM THE SHEDDING ON LAND AND SEA OF THE ACID WATERS DERIVING FROM OLIVE SQUEEZING. THE PROPOSAL WILL COMBINE THE FOLLOWING THREE TREATMENTS: N.1 MILLS ACID WATERS WILL BE TREATED AND RECICLED BY BIOLOGICAL AND CHEMICAL METHODS N.2 INERTIZATION OF THE TREATED WATERS N.3 ELECTROCHIMICAL OXIDIZATION AND WASTE DISPOSAL AT THE END OF EACH PHASE, THERE WILL BE A CHECK ABOUT THE RESULT OF THE TREATMENT. THE THREE METHODS WILL ALLOW TO ELIMINATE WASTES AND CREATE RECYCLED RAW MATERIALS. THIS METHOD WILL ALLOW TO REACH THE FOLLOWING OBJECTIVES: - ELIMINATE OIL MILLS WASTE WATERS WHICH BURNS VEGETATIONS AND KILL SEA LIFE - PRODUCE ORGANIC MATERIALS AND GAS WHICH COULD BE USED IN OTHER INDUSTRIES - REDUCE THE COST OF AGRICULTURAL WASTE DISPOSAL IN TERMS OF MONEY AND TIME SPENT

Key Action EESD-1. Key action Sustainable Management and Quality of Water



SME Coordinator DIPLOMATO SERGIO SALA Company size S2CONSITEC - CONSORZIO DI INTERSCAMBIO TECNOLOGICO E COMMERCIALEV. PAPA GIOVANNI XXIII. N. 4920090 - RODANO (MILANO)ItalyPhone: 00390295328257Fax: 00390295328321Email: [email protected]: WWW.CONSITEC.COM

SME Proposer(s)PERTEGAZ SL Spain S3




Acronym SFH

Proposal title SLUDGE FOR HEAT

Abstract The aim of the project is to develop and demonstrate an innovative technology foran environmentally acceptable system to dispose of sewage sludge produced atmunicipal waste water treatment plants, particularly those serving medium to largetowns - 10, 000-60, 000 inhagitants. Current incineration technology is too costlyat the size necessary for the throughput from towns of such size. This situationis found throughout the EU but is particularly true in countries of central andeastern Europe where the large number and geographical distribution of medium tolarge towns means that collection and centralised disposal methods necessary forcentralised incineration are prohibitively expensive. The project will include asurvey of the arisings of sewage sludge to determine the likely market.Small-scale fluidised bed combustion as proposed in this project can provide acost effective solution for the disposal of sewage sludge at this scale, make useof the calorific content of the sludge by providing useful energy for local heating purposes, increasing the economic viability of installations and reducingthe combustion of fossil fuels.




SME Coordinator Mr. SIMON BURGESS Company size S2ENERGY TECHNOLOGY PROMOTION LTDBOX 11 ROYAL STUART WORKSHOPS, ADELAIDE PLACECF10 6BR - CARDIFFUnited KingdomPhone: 442920464141Fax: 442920464500Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)ABM SOLID S.A. Poland S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.

73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering41 - Collection, purification and distribution of water40 - Electricity, gas, steam and hot water supply

Comments




Acronym BELNIT-WAT

Proposal title Development of a new column biological reactor for the elimination of nitrate and ammonia from supply water and wastewater.

Abstract The main objective of the project is the development and design of a sate-of-art compact installation for the removal of nitrogen (ammonia and nitrate) from water, based upon biological well know nitrification-denitrification processes, easy to use and cost effective, to be tested in the specific case fish-farming (aquiculture) or pig livestock farms.The project involves a column/filter reactor design step (development of new solid bacterial supports), and a selection/optimization of bacterial strains suitable for the nitrification/denitrification operation.




SME Coordinator ENG. Francisco CAROL-FLOS Company size S3GENTIANA, S.L.Via Augusta, n°13-1508006SpainPhone: 34932183833Fax: 34934150856

SME Proposer(s)CLEVELAND BIOTECH LIMITED United Kingdom S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 74 - Other business activitiesComments




Acronym U.A.S.B.-MEDITER.

Proposal title U.A.S.B. anaerobic technology for low cost andsustainable wastewater treatment and re-use inMediterranean towns and villages.

Abstract Implementation and evaluation (2 years of R & D) of threedemonstration U.A.S.B (anaerobic) WasteWater Treatment Plants(W.W.T.P.) in small towns of Mediterranean Area, to intro-duce this typical "tropical" technology in the Region to reduceinvestment and O & M costs. Linked R & D with similar demonstra-tion plants in Latin America. Commercialization of the by-products (biogas/sludge/treated water) to support organicagriculture, to favors neighbours and to transform a W.W.T.P.into a tool for local sustainable development.




SME Coordinator Ing. PHILIPPE CONIL Company size S3BIOTEC INTERNATIONAL S.C.AV. DES PINSONS 351410 - WATERLOOBelgiumPhone: 3223540076Fax: 3223540076Email: [email protected]: www.bio-tec.net

SME Proposer(s)ARIA France S2

ENERGIE DEVELOPPEMENT ENVIRONNEMENT France S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 90 - Sewage and refuse disposal, sanitation and similar activities

73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering1 - Agriculture, hunting and related service activities45 - Construction

Comments We need partners involved in wastewater treatment inthe Med. Region, in R & D in sciences and engineering,in agriculture and local development. Constructioncompanies are wellcome for works and marketing.




Acronym SENS-IT

Proposal title Development of a low-cost permanently installed microelectronic monitoring system for process plant

Abstract Leading international industries and safety organisations have indicated a needfor the improvement and utilisation of permanently installed monitoring systems todetect signs of damage and its progression within plant. It is the aim of theproject to supply a central control room with information from sensors to monitorstructural integrity and therefore maintain containment. To detect early signs ofthis damage would reduce the potential for unplanned downtime, repair, andenvironmental pollution. This project aims to develop innovative and improvedtechniques in permanent sensing technology. Relevant technology advances couldinclude new materials, new sensing techniques, microelectronics, sensor dataprocessing, and use of global communication methods. The Small Electronics NetworkSensor Integrity Tool (SENS-IT) is proposed to be the solution. It is proposed tobe modular in form, the sensor module, the processing/ temporary storage module,and the communication module.




SME Coordinator Dr George WATSON Company size S3CORROCEAN5, Burnbank Business Units, Souterhead RoadAB12 3LF - AberdeenUnited KingdomPhone: 00441224898282Fax: 00441224898202Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)OFFTEK AS Norway S2




Acronym SWARM

Proposal title Autonomous underwater multi-probe system forcoastal area / shallow water monitoring

Abstract In this project the prototype of a new type of autonomous water monitoring systemwill be developed and tested. The system consists of multiple small scaleunderwater robotic probes that can perform standard measurements and algaemonitoring by fluorometric detection of phytoplankton. The system is intended tocoastal and shallow water areas like Baltic Sea or other similar areas. Theunderlying idea is to create a reasonable priced, small-scale, adjustable, robustand redundant monitoring system that, when equipped with suitable sensor(s),partly developed in this project, provides solutions for the traditionallydifficult and highly man power consuming and thus expensive task of monitoringcoastal waters.

Key Action EESD-3. Key action Sustainable Marine Ecosystems



SME Coordinator Chief Executive Officer Antti HAKALA Company size S3SOFIMATION OYItalahdenkatu 18 CPO Box 19200210 - HelsinkiFinlandPhone: 3589670370Fax: 3589670208Email: [email protected]: http://www.sofimation.com/

SME Proposer(s)DR. HAARDT OPTIK-MIKROELEKTRONIKINH.: Germany S2DR HAUKE HAARDT




Acronym TOSCA

Proposal title Toughened structural ceramics for high temperature and corrosive applications. New material and structural designs for maximizing the energy efficiency in power generation and heating

Abstract Objectives f the project are to develop and test tailored ceramic composite materials and structures for use in corrosive flue gas environment up to 1200C in power plants. primarily waste incineration plants. The new designs enables an efficiency increase in power plants where efficiency today is limited by high temperature corrosion. The composite ceramics material and structural technology are based on patented Giantcode inventions on achieving combinations of strength, stiffness, ductility and fracture toughness that are far superior to what are achievable by traditional ceramics. Giantcode's engineering tools and technology, combined with the expert knowledge of Elsamprojekt, are the basis of the design work. Manufacturing methods will be investigated by NN (SME partner identified as part of the exploratory award. Dutch companies are being evaluated). SME partner SimTech will contribute with expertise in simulation and analysis of material and structural performance under extreme loading and environmenta conditions. Full scale test of promising materials and structures will be performed in one of ELSAM's waste incineration plants.




SME Coordinator Dr. Steen KIBSGAARD Company size S2GIANTCODE A/S GIANT COMPOSITE DESIGN A/S (BINAVN)Lucernevej 11, Klokkerholm9320 - HjallerupDenmarkPhone: 4596477500Fax: 4596477575Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)SIMTECH S.A. Luxembourg S3


40 - Electricity, gas, steam and hot water supply26 - Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.

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Acronym ECOVAL

Proposal title ECOVAL - Internet platform for environmental assessment and trends

Abstract To date, environmental projects have tended to focus on the role that industry and big business plays with regards to pollution. However, there is a complete dearth of accessible information on the impact that the individual citizen has on the environment as a global system. While many people are conscious of environmental issues, they have no means by which to judge their overall impact on the environment. To this end, ECOVAL fills a vital gap in the environmental knowledge base through the innovative development of an internet platform that enables individuals to assess the impact of their lifestyle on the environment. Through primary data collection, based on self-completed questionnaires, ECOVAL's internet platform will build a database of individuals' CO2 emissions which, in turn, will provide a tool for cross-regional and European-wide comparison. Ultimately, the platform will enable EU decision makers to adapt their environmental policies to their local population.




SME Coordinator DI Petra BUSSWALD Company size S2AKARYON, NIEDERL & BUSSWALD OEGGrazer Strasse 778665 - LangenwangAustriaPhone: 4369910095167Fax: 43385425098Email: [email protected]: www.akaryon.com

SME Proposer(s)GLOBAL ACTION PLAN UK United Kingdom S3


93 - Other service activitiesComments




Acronym INFOWATER

Proposal title Integrated Expert System for Waste Water Management Efficiency Control

Abstract The Project objective is to design and develop an innovative integrated and expertmanagement system, for urban and industrial wastewater with prevalent organicload, capable to: Improve, at least of the 30%, the efficient use and control ofall resources to minimise wastage; Reduction of environmental impact at least ofthe 25%; Prevention of environmental disasters: early warning system; Reductionretrofitting, at least of the 15%, and optimisation of wastewater systems;Reduction of process management costs at least of the 15%; Reduction ofprofessional training costs of 50%. The system will be composed of 3 mainfunctional modules: 1) Management Expert Unit, including a diagnostic expertsystem and a system for active maintenance. It will be based on a territorialmanagement system (e.g. GIS). 2) Information Unit, allowing a reliable andcontrolled information diffusion to all responsible parties in charge of themanagement and emergency operations. 3) Training Unit, for the training of Watercompanies and Water operators.




SME Coordinator Ing. Giovanni MAPPA Company size S2ANOVA S.A.S DI GIOVANNI MAPPACentro Direzionale Isola E/5, scala A80143 - NAPLESItalyPhone: 390817782228Fax: 390817782304Email: [email protected]: www.anova.it

SME Proposer(s)JORGE PAMPIN SL Spain S3


41 - Collection, purification and distribution of water72 - Computer and related activities74 - Other business activities

Comments




Acronym WIND POWER HVDC LINE

Proposal title High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) power linefor wind energy development in Poland.

Abstract The project will prepare the prerequisite for a demonstration project candidacyThe project at Step 2 will build a power line for the transport of a 20 MW wind farm production to the grid. It will bea demonstration project based on the construction of a High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) electric withburied cable.It will be implemented on Gore Rowelska, a remote windy area north-east of Poland where a 20 MW wind farmlocation has been identified (partner F). A 2 MW capacity is already in construction on a local ownership basis(partner PL). No more power can be built wiht the current grid situation.The project will take support from the 60 km experimental HDVC light weight line on Gotland in Sweden and itsfirst results as wind power transport mean from the Nas field. (partner S)




SME Coordinator Monsieur FREDERIC CORDELLE Company size S2NERZH AN AVEL SARL3 VENELLE DE POULBRIQUEN29200 - BRESTFrancePhone: 33298418964Fax: 33298418964Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)GOTLAND VINDELPRODUCENTERS Sweden S2INTERESSEFOERENING

EKO-WIATR SC Poland S2


SME Specific Measures Promotion, Innovation and the Encouragement of SMEs


Acronym TACTILUX

Proposal title MINIATURIZATION OF " TOUCH CONTROL SYSTEM" INCLUDING NEW PROPRIETARY DEVELOPMENTS BASED ON HYBRID COMPONENTS FOR MASS MARKET LIGHT APPLIANCES AND EXTENSION TO OTHER INDUSTRIAL SECTORS .

Abstract Touch Control systems spread out in our daily life... They are used for lift buttons, tactile screens or keyboards, electronics, etc . . . "TACTILUX" research project has started in 1995. Three years were devoted to fundamental research on signal capture and signal processing on non-conductive materials. The company registered three patents : two on signal processing and one on inner surface treatment for non-conductive materials. Faced to new customers' requirements, ACTILUX must still improve its state-of-the-art technology. ACTILUX must develop a hybrid component in order to reduce costs, improve the confidentiality of its technology and successfully sell its products for mass market applications like lamps or fans or kitchen appliances. ACTILUX must miniaturize its electronic cards, adapt from 220V to 12V in order to reach new markets, especially in the car industry.

Key Action IPS Promotion, Innovation and the Encouragement of SMEs


Intended Step 2 project Innovation Project Duration Exploratory Phase 5 months

SME Coordinator Mr. JEAN-MICHEL MAUGER Company size S2ACTILUX9/11 rue BENOIT MALON92150 - SURESNESFrancePhone: 33142040082Fax: 33142040185Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)LES ATELIERS BOULANGER Belgium S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 31 - Manufacture of electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c.

72 - Computer and related activities73 - Research and development

Comments


SME Specific Measures Promotion, Innovation and the Encouragement of SMEs


Acronym DENUBIOR

Proposal title Entwicklung eines integrierten Verfahrens zudezentralen energetischen Nutzung von biologischenReststoffen in einem Wirbelschichtvergaser.

Abstract The planned combined process (ETVS-process) allows the decentralized conversion of liquid and solid biological waste in electric energy and mineral ash at the source in a continiuos flow. This is to be demonstrated with sewage sludge and other biomass. The process principally described in the following proposal consists the mayor steps: de-watering, drying, gasifying and generation of electrical power and heat. The sludge will be dewatered from approx. 4 % solid substance to the lowest possibel water content. By drying and gasifying of filter cake with at t least 40 % dry matter which yields a positive energy balance, the planned process can solve especially the sewage sludge problems in a sustainable way according to the new regulations of the EU. The apparatus for the unit operations are in a basic version available on the market. They have to be adapted (upgraded) to the ETVS-project requirements. Their combination is new. The proposers are well experienced SME's in their own industrial branches, with relationships into the most of the EU member states.

Key Action IPS Promotion, Innovation and the Encouragement of SMEs


Intended Step 2 project Innovation Project Duration Exploratory Phase 5 months

SME Coordinator Dipl. Betriebswirt (FH) Christian EDER Company size S2CHRISTIAN EDER TECHNOLOGY CETEduard-Didion-Strasse 1466539 - NeunkirchenGermanyPhone: 4968262437Fax: 49682651198Email: [email protected]: www.CET-Eder.de

SME Proposer(s)CHOQUENET (FONDERIE & ATELIERS L.) France S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 41 - Collection, purification and distribution of water

90 - Sewage and refuse disposal, sanitation and similar activities29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.74 - Other business activities

Comments


SME Specific Measures Quality of Life and Management of Living Resources


Acronym BRIMA

Proposal title Biofouling Reduction In Marine Aquaculture

Abstract BIOFOULING causes serious technical and financial problems for European marine aquaculture. Structural fouling causes increased loads, abrasion, clogging and enhanced drag. For cultured animals, fouling can overgrow them, compete for space/resources and reduce growth to uneconomic levels. Financial impacts can be enormous, ranging up to total loss of product. The project has two basic OBJECTIVES : A) To devise and test novel approaches to antifouling, B) To develop and disseminate approaches to fouling management. OBJECTIVE A is divided into categories : a) Biological methods b) Physical Methods c) Chemical methods. OBJECTIVE A will be attained by laboratory and field testing at sites throughout Europe. OBJECTIVE B is divided into categories: a) Data collection b) Systematic explicit soccioeconomic research c) Development of a decision-support tool c) Dissemination. OBJECTIVE B will be attained by desk study/literature search and interaction with industry.

Key Action QOL-5. Key action Sustainable Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry



SME Coordinator Mr JOHN MURPHY Company size S3FASTNET MUSSELS LIMITEDGEARHIES, BANTRYCO CORKIrelandPhone: 3532761276Fax: 3532761264Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)LOCH STRIVEN MUSSELS United Kingdom S2

SICILY FISH FARM S.R.L. Italy S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 5 - Fishing, operation of fish hatcheries and fish farms; service activities incidental to fishing

29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.Comments We wish to locate other aquaculture SMEs that suffer foulingproblems, net/cage

manufacturers and manufacturers of equipmentdesigned to remove hard fouling organisms from the shells ofshellfish.




Acronym BDFAST

Proposal title Fast non-invasive bacteria determination in platelet units

Abstract Current developments in medicine has entailed an impressive growth in the use of Platelets Concentrates (PC) for transfusion. Since a platelet unit is kept in 22°C for up to 5 days after donation, it carries a major risk for bacterial contamination. Recent studies claim that 2,5 % of all the platelet units tested shoved bacterial contamination, which in some cases led to a lethal outcome for the patient. In order to ensure safe platelet transfusions, sceening for bacterial contamination prior to transfusion is absolutely necessary. In this project, a system based on an improved impedance technology, will be developed that will identify and quantify bacterial contamination in platelet bags. - it is non-invasive - it takes less than one minute - it does not require any reagents and specialised manpower - it is not expensive The system will be realised by investigating : - the correlation of electrical parameters and growth of microorganisms in PCs - the physical-chemical property of PCs with and without microbial contamination and developing: - a sensor, which can be integrated in the blood bags - an Industrial process to manufacture blood bags with implemented sensors

Key Action QOL-2. Key action Control of Infectious Diseases



SME Coordinator Dr Roman FELDBERG Company size S2SIROTECH LTD.Building 13-B, Kiryat Welzmann-Science ParkPO Box 239076123 - RehovotIsraelPhone: 97289301786Fax: 97289301917Email: [email protected]: www.incubators.org.il/03003.htm

SME Proposer(s)SIEGERT THINFILM TECHNOLOGY GMBH Germany S3





Acronym BIOCAF

Proposal title BIOLOGICAL CONTROL OF APHIDS IN ORCHARDSTO PRODUCE "GREENER" FRUITS

Abstract The project aims at reducing the use of pesticides in European orchards. The proposal ultimate goal is to market an efficient strategy of biological control of aphids attacking fruit trees. To reach this goal, a co-operative research proposal is developed into five steps.1.Studying the population dynamics of the most damaging aphids offruit trees on a European scale.2.Developing a forecasting model to predict the risk of aphidoutbreak.3.Improving the rearing method of ladybird beetle larvae.4.Determining procedures for an efficient biological control of aphids in orchards.5.Training the farmers and their advisers at using biological control.




SME Coordinator Benoit ADAM Company size S2HORPI SYSTEMS SAGrand Route, 654537 - VERLAINEBelgiumPhone: 3242594355Fax: 3242594356Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)GAWI-FRUITNET ASBL Belgium S2

GROUPEMENT DES ARBORICULTEURS DU NORD France S2EN PRODUCTION INTÉGRÉE




Acronym BLIGHTFIGHT

Proposal title An European spraying advisory system for the potato diseasecontrol by using geo-information

Abstract Potato late blight (Phytophthora) causes significant losses amongst the European potato growers. To win the battle against this very infectious disease, potato growers use significant amounts of fungicides as a precautionary measure. From an environmental and economical point of view it is important to optimize spraying activities. DACOM has set up a spraying advisory service to farmers through internet services; the PlantPlus system. On the basis of weather information, the presence of infection sources, etc the farmers are advised when to spray. In support of the control of Phytophthora disease there is clear need of additional spatial related information to improve, support and extend the spraying service. We propose to formulate a RTD proposal how the current spraying advisory service can take advantage of the expertise in the field of earth observation, GIS and Internet providing services in the end to develop an improved spatial prototype of the system.




SME Coordinator Ing. Peter RAATJES Company size S3DACOM AUTOMATISERING BVWaanderweg 68PO Box 2243NL-7801 CE - EmmenThe NetherlandsPhone: 31591632474Fax: 31591632473Email: [email protected]: www.dacom.nl

SME Proposer(s)DMA CROP CONSULTANTS United Kingdom S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 1 - Agriculture, hunting and related service activitiesComments Special attention shall be paid to search for partners in the field of applied research for crop

growth modelling and for profit/non-profit user groups, particulalry in Poland as upcoming EU country.




Acronym CRUSTAMEL

Proposal title CRUSTACEAN PREVENTION OF MELANOSIS AND QUALITY INDICES

Abstract The main technological problems that the proponents (crustacean fishing and trading companies) are facing are the quality problems in fresh and frozen products, mainly related with degradation of deepwater rose shrimp and discoloration and melanosis of all crustacean captured or farmed. The main goals of the research project are the development of more efficient, alternative and safer products, particularly non-sulphite based, for treatment of crustaceanmelanosis; the development of tools (QIM's) for the rapid prediction of realistic shelf lives and risk assessment of the various crustacean; the determination of the most relevant quality indices for the quality assessment of crustacean; the reduction of the number of rejections, minimising microbiological hazards and development of much more cost-efficient quality assurance programmes; the significant improvement of the quality of crustacean landed by European Unionvessels and increase of the proportion of crustaceans used for food.

Key Action QOL-1. Key action Food, Nutrition and Health



SME Coordinator Mr. Antonio SILVA FARINHA Company size S3CARDIOPEIXE - INDÚSTRIA PISCATÓRIA COM VENDA E CONSERVAÇÃO DE PEIXE FRESCO, LDA.

Av. Brasília, Porto de Pesca de Pedrouços, Bloco de Escritórios93 B, Gabinete 11400-038 - LisboaPortugalPhone: 351213021117Fax: 351213032086

SME Proposer(s)AYALIS, SA. Spain S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 5 - Fishing, operation of fish hatcheries and fish farms; service activities incidental to fishing

15 - Manufacture of food products and beverages24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products

Comments 5 - Crustacean farmers are very important.24 - Specifically of food chemical additives.




Acronym FUNCTIONAL GOAT MILK PRODUCTS

Proposal title DEVELOPMENT OF FUNCTIONAL DAIRY PRODUCTS BASED ON GOAT MILK

Abstract At the European level Greece and France account for 60 % of the goat milk production. Although the breeding systems are quite different in these countries, most of the goat milk is dedicated to the manufacture of traditional products. However, in order to respond to emerging consumer's needs and dietary trends, SMEs involved in the transformation of goat milk have to diversify their products. The aim of the exploratory phase is to prepare a Cooperative Research Project (CRAFT) that will allow this diversification. Goat milk functionality will be exploited in order to develop innovative products that bring either health benefits or improved convenience for the consumers. The exploratory phase comprises three additional objectives: a feasibility study to evaluate the state of the art in the field of goat milk products, an evaluation of the market potentialities and a novelty verification. Additional partners will be also recruited during the exploratory phase in order to add value to the project.




SME Coordinator Director Jean-Paul JAVAUX Company size S3FROMAGERIE DE FONTENILLE79110 - CHEF BOUTONNEFrancePhone: 33549298173Fax: 33549298174Email: [email protected]: http://www.chabichou.tm.fr/fontenille

SME Proposer(s)ROUSSAS DAIRY S.A. Greece S3




Acronym PMVOC

Proposal title To investigate the properties and migration of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) in floor systems with emission barriers and recommend suitable methods for reducing their emission into room air.

Abstract PMVOC will investigate the properties of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) and their migratory paths in floor constructions in buildings and the possible benefits of introducing an emission barrier. VOC are the result of the interaction of floor coverings, moisture and concrete. They are suspected as a major contributor to sick building syndrome (SBS) and as such a cause of health damage to humans. The aim of PMVOC will be to recommend better metlods and products for controlling the emission of VOC into room air.

Key Action QOL-4. Key action Environment and Health



SME Coordinator MR Patric KNUTSON Company size S2DEXOR ABIndustrivägen 5PO Box 33740 82 - ÖrsundsbroSwedenPhone: 46171460730Fax: 46171460416Email: [email protected]: www.dexor.se

SME Proposer(s)MURRAY GALLOWAY LIMITED United Kingdom S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical productsComments




Acronym Rapido

Proposal title Rapid Doctor Office Test for Allergy-screening

Abstract The number of allergic persons and accompanying costs of treatment increase every year. Sothere is a real need for an innovative, cost effective diagnostic system for allergens. The proposed project aims to develop a new , well-defined and standardized test for allergy screening which is able to provide rapid results with sufficient accuracy in a general practitioner's environment, i.e. without the need for clinical laboratory equipment or expertise. The objectives of this project are: . to develop a multipurpose test kit, with the aid of which a general practitioner could perform a simple procedure - i.e. without the need of a clinical laboratory - to support his allergy diagnosis; . To supply back up service through quality assurance and confirmation testing in an expert laboratory environment.




SME Coordinator DVH, PhD Aimo NISKANEN Company size S3ANI BIOTECH OYTemppelikatu 3-500100 - HelsinkiFinlandPhone: 3589446555Fax: 358947801910

SME Proposer(s)MEDIWISS ANALYTIC GMBH Germany S2




Acronym MePOSS

Proposal title Extension of Shelf Life and Reduction of Health Risks for Meat Products by Application of Oscillating Saturated Steam

Abstract Some kind of meat and meat products bear special risks of microbial infection leading to a reduced shelf life or even to illness and death. Therefore the number of pathogenic or spoilage bacteria on meat has to be kept low. The treatment of meat surfaces with steam offers a good solution but leads to disadvantages like e.g. colour changes of the treated surface. A new technique using oscillating saturated steam is promising to further improve the decontamination effects and to overcome these disadvantages. The objectives of the project are a log 4 to log 6 reduction of pathogenic bacteria and an extension of shelf life by 30%. Within the project the impact of the new technique on pathogenic and spoilage germs on the most endangered kinds of meat and meat products will be investigated. The SME-partners, a meat-finishing company, a pork deboning factory and an equipment manufacturer will then work together on the development of an experimental machine.




SME Coordinator Mr. Jens WIECHMANN Company size S3WIECHMANN GMBH FLEISCH- UND WURSTWARENSchmiedeweg 1-326135 - OldenburgGermanyPhone: 4944120844Fax: 49441204591Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)SAARLOOS VLEESHANDEL B.V . The Netherlands S3

IGERMOS-FESSMANN GMBH & CO. KG Germany S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 15 - Manufacture of food products and beveragesComments a slaughter-house or cutting company producing carcasses or larger pieces of meat, one

end-user with complementary product ranges, e.g. mashed meat, fresh meat sausages, vacuum packed bacon or poultry, and one or two research partners with substantial experience in meat processing.




Acronym ADENGIOGENETHERAPY

Proposal title ADENOVIRAL MEDIATED PRO/ANTI ANGIOGENESIS GENE THERAPY FOR OSTEOPOROSIS AND METASTATIC BONE DISEASE

Abstract The socio-economic problem to overcome is that for both diseases: osteoporosis and metastatic bone disease there is no satisfactorily treatment. The quality of life of these patients and their environment is greatly affected and their life expectancy is limited. This is particularly true for patients being diagnosed with bone metastasis where the average life expectancy shortens to 18 to 24 months. Both osteogenesis and bone metastasis are stimulated by angiogenesis which can be seen as a common denominator. In the case of osteoporosis one would like to enhance angiogenesis whereas in the case of tumor growth one wants to suppress angiogenesis. The specific research objectives are aimed at UTILIZING GENE TARGETTING AND GENE THERAPY NOVEL TECHNOLOGIES IN ORDER TO: I. INHIBIT ANGIOGENESIS IN METASTATIC BONE DISEASE II. ENHANCE BONE FORMATION IN BONE LESIONS AND OSTEOPOROSIS

Key Action QOL-GEN. Generic activities



SME Coordinator Prof. Dr. Domenico VALERIO Company size S4INTROGENE BVWassenaarseweg 72PO Box 20482301 CA - LeidenThe NetherlandsPhone: 31715248701Fax: 31715248702Email: [email protected]: http://www.introgene.com

SME Proposer(s)

Non-SME End User(s)HADASSAH MEDICAL ORGANISATION (GENE Israel S4THERAPY INSTITUTE)

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineeringComments Gene Therapy CentreImmunosystem specialist




Acronym PROSIT

Proposal title Advanced surgery PRObes for the radio-Immuno guided detection of Tumours

Abstract The early detection of cancer and the optimisation of treatment is the best way to improve the length and the quality of life of several millions European patients every year. This project is aimed at developing a set of advanced probes that may greatly contribute to achieve this result . For example, the treatment of the lung cancer, that is the first cause of death for tumours in Europe, will benefit an accurate preoperatory study of the Non Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) in order to adopt the most suitable therapy. This allows to perform more specific, sighted, conservative but oncologically radical interventions. This result can be obtained by applying the "radioimmuno guided surgery", that consists in a detection of gamma-rays by special probes able to identify several tumours and their potential nodal metastases. Similarly, the treatment of breast cancer - another dramatic pathology affecting European women - benefits the detection of the "sentinel node".




SME Coordinator Prof. PIERO CHIRCO Company size S2SOFTEC SAS DI CHIRCO PIERO &C.Via Albornoz 1440141 - BolognaItalyPhone: 39051477627Fax: 39051477843Email: [email protected]: http://www.softecsas.com

SME Proposer(s)EURORAD 2-6 S.A. France S3




Acronym Ecoleach

Proposal title Ecotoxicological Relevance of Leaching Processes in SolidResidues Exposed to Freshwater Model Ecosystems

Abstract The environmental relevance of solid residues is described by their leachability and toxicity. Short-term leaching tests and bioassays have been developed to assess their initial leaching and direct effect. Criteria set up for their reuse or disposal are based on these test schemes. However we are still uncertain to translate the obtained laboratory data into "real" systems. Main objective of the proposed study is to describe the significance of leaching processes for whole ecosystems. For this reason, multi-species test systems are proposed here for the first time to study the complex interaction between leaching processes and the biota. In contrast to single-species tests, these systems show a high degree of realism, in terms of size, diversity and foodweb interactions. It will be possible to identify indirect and secondary effects, which may be overlooked by conventional test procedures. This will help to develop environmentally more safe recycling products and applications.




SME Coordinator Dr. Michael MUELLER Company size S2GEWERBLICHES INSTITUT FUER UMWELTANALYTIKWaidplatzstrasse 879331 - TeningenGermanyPhone: 4976633838Fax: 4976634039Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)SWEDISH ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH GROUP Sweden S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineeringComments Additional expertise will be sought in the field of human health and toxicology, and hazard

assessment of recycled/reused materials, in particular from less-favoured Community areas




Acronym BIOPAPER

Proposal title Novel multifunctional cellulose-based carrier material for physical and biological treatment of crops to improve plant health and growth

Abstract European agriculture is surrounded by a downward tendency in areas under cultivation and yield decrease owing to following problems: regulation of water balance and of nutrient supply, appli-cation of insecticides, insect-pest infestation, different soil condition, climatic influences, solar radiation and high salt content of soil. The BIOPAPER project intends to develop and test a new cellulose-based carrier material for covering of useful plants and crops to eliminate the mentioned disadvantages with the aim to improve plant health and growth. This new covering material will substitute plastic foils. It consists of cellulose with 2 areas coated with tailor-made agents for selected plants: fertilizer, wax, colour, pheromones, pongicides. The degree of innovation consists in achieving a multifunctionality of the carrier material by single-step coating both areas of the cellulose material: improved adaption of climatic conditions to the requirements of plants; im-proving mechanical stress tolerance, esp. for young plants; reduction of artificial fertilization; weed suppression; protection against insect-pest infestation; total biodegradability.




SME Coordinator Dipl.-Ing. Harald BOETTCHER Company size S3IN-TER CONSULT-GREIZGewerbegebiet Am Dasslitzer Kreuz 407957 - LangenwetzendorfGermanyPhone: 493662531065Fax: 493662531065Email: [email protected]: http://interconsult.de

SME Proposer(s)BIO-OZ ADVANCED BIOTECHNOLOGICAL Israel S2AGRICULTURE LTD.


73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering21 - Manufacture of pulp, paper and paper products24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products

Comments A 01: Agriculture / horticulture companyK 731: Basic research in plant physiology, biochemistry D 21: Paper manufacturerD 24: Manufacturer of biochemicals




Acronym ZEOPRESERVATION

Proposal title Zeolite-based materials for preservation of fresh horticultural products

Abstract The proposal aims at development of novel zeolite-based materials to be used in horticultural industry and related areas to enhance storage and transportation potential and to support quality maintenance of perishable products. Losses encountered during storage and transportation of horticultural products are considerable and arise mainly from the high air humidity and elevated levels of the ripening hormone ethylene (ethene) in the storage atmosphere. Elevated levels of ethylene stimulate deteriorative processes while high humidities greatly stimulate development of plant pathogenic fungi. We will develop a range of novel zeolite-based products to alleviate, in an environmentally safe way, these problems through 1) better control of air humidity, 2) elimination fungal spores, 3) removal of hydrocarbons and, 4) concrolled release of anti-fungal natural oils.




SME Coordinator Mr. Rob TROMMELEN R.H.A.M. Company size S2MULTI INDUSTRIAL CLEANERS ON NATURAL ELEMENTSKranenberg 95047 TR - TilburgThe NetherlandsPhone: 31135711746Fax: 31135710460Email: [email protected]: www.micone.nl

SME Proposer(s)KAJIMA ENGINEERING BELGIUM Belgium S2




Acronym Pig heat and straw

Proposal title Implementation of a heat pump in welfare friendly straw systems for pigs to save energy and to reduce gaseous emissions.

Abstract The main objective of this project is to implement a heat pump in welfare friendlystraw systems for pigs to save energy and to reduce emissions of ammonia and green house gases to the environment. The heat pump extracts energy from the composting straw-manure bed and this thermal energy is reused on the farm for heating piglet rooms, tap water and the living rooms on the farm. The quantified goals are: -reduction of energy use for heating on the farm to zero level; - reduction of ammonia emission and emission of green house gases from the straw-manure bed by 50% ; - building of two prototypes of the system. The optimal composting temperature and the optimal design of the system is determined in preliminary experiments and by computer modelling. In the Exploratory phase the following is necessary: - a desk study on potential heat demanders on pig farms; - a market analysis; - a partner search; - the writing of a detailed Step 2 proposal.




SME Coordinator Mr. Rob CLAESEN Company size S3R&R SYSTEMS BVGewandhuis 6a5427 PW - BoekelThe NetherlandsPhone: 31492322437Fax: 31492324308Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)EKOENERGIA, BIURO USLUG TECHNICZNYCH Poland S1

HYDROTECH, PRZEDSIEBIORSTWO Poland S2HANDLOWO-USLUGOWO-PRODUKCYJNE


73 - Research and developmentComments Partners should have knowledge and experience in the area of respectively 1) composting

processes and composting equipment 2)heat storage in the ground.




Acronym PestiSens

Proposal title Development of a test kit for the determination of pesticides in foodstuffs

Abstract In order to take into consideration the consumer's growing concern in the area of food safety, the objective of this project is therefore to develop a fast test kit with the aid of which certain pesticides already present in the production process can be identified. This is very important due to the increasing use of pre-mixed blends and the sometimes poor declaration of the contents on the packaging of raw materials in the food-processing industry. This test kit can be used by the food industry as a powerful tool for its own quality control efforts as wel as by the food manufacturer or seller who would be able to test the toxic potential of food quickly and reliably. Better control of pesticides will allow producers greater competitiveness and profitability. The objective of the project is to develop a simple, reliable and automated test kit for the detection of residual pesticides in foodstuffs on the basis of a cost-efficient immuno-sensor. This will provide the SME food-processing industry, which itselfoften has no information about the pesticide contamination of the cereals and fruits it has bought in from third parties, with anefficient quality control instrument. Trifluoralin is foreseen as the first target. Trifuorain (synonyms are Agriflan 24, Agreflan, Crisalin, Digerman, Elancolan, Lilly 36352, Nitran, Olitref, Trefanocide, Treficon,...




SME Coordinator Prof. Emídio GOMES Company size S3EGI - SOCIEDADE DE ENGENHARIA E GESTÃO DA QUALIDADE INDUSTRIAL, LDA

Praceta Madre Deus, 524405-195 - Canelas - V. N. GaiaPortugalPhone: 351227124298Fax: 351227124357Email: [email protected]: http://sapp.telepac.pt/egi/

SME Proposer(s)MICROVACUUM LTD. Hungary S2

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areasComments The proposers are already in contact with the IRC Network in order to identify additional

partners with the relevant expertise to join the project as partner later on in Step 2




Acronym FERMATEC

Proposal title Development of a Biotechnological High yield Process for Ethanol Production, Based on a Continuous Fermentation Reactor

Abstract Fermentation is the limiting step in alcohol production using agricultural sub-products and it as been performed in batch, low yield reactors. The mainobjective of this project is to develop a continuous Fluidised- Bed Bioreactor -Three Phase (FBR -3P) whth higher fermentation yields, that will be scaled-up andtested at semi-industrial level. A new configuration of FBR-3P, working in down- flow, will be tested, including selection of a suitable solid phase for good inoculae immobilisation. Also, a mixed inoculum of Zimomonas Mobilis and Saccharomyces Cerevisiae will be tested. With FBR-3P, productivity should reach values from 25 to 28 g EtOH /L.d , which means from 5 to 10 times comparing with existent batch processes, with less energy requirement. It will be possible to recover evaporated alcohol and also a big amount of carbon dioxide as a sub-product. This proposal fits in European politic of substitution of fossil fuels and valuable recovery of agricultural sub-products.




SME Coordinator Engineer António FERREIRA Company size S2TECNIA- PROCESSOS E EQUIPAMENTOS INDUSTRIAIS E AMBIENTAIS, LDARua José Pedro Lopes, Ed. Miramar, Lj-8 Santa Cruz2560 - TORRES VEDRASPortugalPhone: 351261933246Fax: 351261933575Email: [email protected] amcmf@[email protected]: www.tecnia.net

SME Proposer(s)ARGUS UMWELTBIOTECHNOLOGIE GMBH Germany S3




Acronym MycoCompost

Proposal title Composts with mycorrhizal infection capacity of plant roots

Abstract Techniques for production of composts with mycorrhizal infection capacity are developed (MycoCompost). Focus is directed to maintain the mycorrhizae already present in biodegradable waste during the composting process, however, improved products are also developed by inoculation techniques. The use of MycoCompost will re-establish the beneficial mycorrhiza-plant root relationships, resulting in increased plant health and nutrient uptake. By using MycoCompost, the application of fertilisers and pesticides will be reduced in the agriculture, and within urbanforestry, the growth of city trees is improved. The development of MycoCompost is expected to result in a 3-fold increased in the demand for compost in the EU. The SME-proposers, a cornposting plant and a private production association of composting plants, are encouraged by the perspective of enlarged markets and of enhanced competition skills for the EU composting technology.




SME Coordinator Managing director Christensen CHRISTIAN Company size S3SOLUM ASVadsbystraede 6PO Box 2592640 - HedehuseneDenmarkPhone: 4543995020Fax: 4543995231Email: [email protected]: (under preparation)

SME Proposer(s)VLAAMSE COMPOSTORGANISATIE VZW Belgium S2


73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineering37 - Recycling

Comments A commercial producer of mycorrhiza inoculants. More research partners: characterisation of mycorrhizae experiments in small-sized composting bins, growth trials.A composting plant in Austria and in Belgium.




Acronym Genomic Disease Management Online

Proposal title Design and Development of Imaging Device, with On-line access, for Molecular Analysis of Human Biopsies to permit Genomic Disease Management.

Abstract Initiate planning (market analysis + patents survey ) and select partners to design and develop a prognostic device, with results available on-line, that would perform biochemical and histological analysis, at the single cell level quantitatively with critical genetic indicators for certain cancers, cardio- osteoarthritic, neuro- and muscular degenerative diseases. Critical parameters vary with disease; often they are gene-related. Device : § uses in situ hybridisation + ELISA to correlate nucleic acid changes to protein. § examines biopsies to compare normal with diseased tissue. § establishes sequence and concentration standards + controls sampling errors. Not only are sampling procedures and measurements standardised, but also the data are fed, anonymously , into a common pool for statistical metanalysis, to improve prognosis and treatment - a major consideration for subscribers.

Key Action QOL-3. Key action The "Cell factory"



SME Coordinator Dr J. David Grausz J. David GRAUSZ Company size S3UROGÈNE S.A.4, rue Pierre FontaineF-91000 - EVRYFrancePhone: 33160878984Fax: 33160878989Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)APPLIED SPECTRAL IMAGING LTD. Israel S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 72 - Computer and related activities

73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineeringComments Bioinformatics Genomics Biotechnology Groups




Acronym FishNose

Proposal title Development of a electronic nose system for the automated quality control of smoked fish

Abstract Fish is an important and popular food in all countries of the European Union. On average, each citizen of the EU consumedabout 25 kg of fish per year, from which 10% was smoked fish. The annual production of smoked fish products in Europe in 1996 was 100.000 tons, the turnover of the industry producing smoked fish and products from smoked fish was about 1200Mio in 1996. The industry producing smoked fish products is crucially dependent on the high quality of their products.The consumers demands more and more quality and freshness - thus, quality and freshness become the major topic for the success of these products on the market. Growing public awareness and scepticism of consumers on a hard fought marketputs a continuous pressure on the companies towards product quality and quality control. Currently, the industry employsconventional quality control methods such as for example classical bacteriologic method, detection of total-volatile amines and lactic acid. Due to the limited reliability of this methods, there is a great interest in having automated quality control systemssuch as the Electronic Nose proposed here available.Against this background it's therefore the objective of the proposed research project, to develop a new, automated qualitycontrol system based on the "Electronic nose" principle.This will provide the SME fish-processing ..




SME Coordinator Mr Tsung TAN Company size S3ALPHA-M.O.S.20 avenue Didier Daurat31400 - TOULOUSEFrancePhone: 0033562475380Fax: 0033561545615Email: [email protected]: http://www.alpha-mos.com

SME Proposer(s)HANS FIEDLER & SOEHNE LACHS- UND Germany S3AALRAEUCHEREI

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areasComments The proposers are already in contact with the IRC Network in order toidentify additional

partners with the relevant expertise to join the project as partner later on in Step 2




Acronym HORTNOSE

Proposal title LOW-COST PORTABLE ELECTRONIC NOSE TO MANAGE HORTICULTURAL PRODUCE

Abstract Costly and destructive technologies are used to determine the quality of perishable horticultural produce to satisfy consumer demands and EC Food Quality standards. Farmers, distributors and service providers cite the need for rapid non-destructive QA techniques to aid the industry (worth 20 billion Euro a year).The project proposes to deliver a user- friendly portable aroma detector capable of determining produce quality at any stage in the post-harvest chain. The research objectives are to identify aroma compounds emanating from test produce and to test and select appropriate aroma sensors and an aroma sampling system. Appropriate software and data handling systems will be refined to produce easily interpretable information that identifies the condition of the produce. These sampling, electronic detection and data interpretation systems will be encompassed in a hand-held instrument.




SME Coordinator MR COLIN TIMOTHY BIDDLECOMBE Company size S3FARM ADVISORY SERVICES TEAM LTD.NORTH STREET, SHELDWICHME13 0LN - FAVERSHAMUnited KingdomPhone: 10795533225Fax: 01795532422Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)ALPHA-M.O.S. France S3




Acronym TOXIMET

Proposal title The simple, inexpensive and robust quantitative determination of mycotoxins in foods

Abstract Mycotoxins are highly toxic fungal metabolites, found in foods, that attract world-wide attention because of the significant economic losses caused by their impact on human health, animal productivity and both domestic and international trade. The populations of developed countries are protected from mycotoxins by the introduction of strict regulations (e.g. EC Regulation No. 1525/98 for the aflatoxins) that restrict the levels of mycotoxins allowed in foods. Although mycotoxins can be detected and quantified using traditional chromatographic complex to be used by most SMEs within the food chain. The planned project deliverable consists of a robust, inexpensive combination of simple sample preparation procedures, and the isolation of mycotoxins on disposable 'mini-columns', prior to their fully quantitative determination using a novel inexpensive, portable fluorimetric detector.




SME Coordinator MR STUART HOLLAND Company size S2WHEATON SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS LTDSOUTHDOWN HOUSESTATION ROADGU32 3ET - PETERSFIELD, HANTSUnited KingdomPhone: 4401730231640Fax: 4401730231761Email: [email protected]: WWW.WHEATONSCIENTIFIC.COM

SME Proposer(s)GIESKO B.V. The Netherlands S3




Acronym WHEAT - QUEST

Proposal title WHEAT - QUALITY EFFECTS OF STRESS TREATMENTS, THEIR MANIPULATION

AND CONTROL.

Abstract 90 MILLION TONNES OF WHEAT ARE GROWN IN THE EU PER YEAR BUT THE QUALITY OF THEWHEAT IS AFFECTED BY ENVIRONMENTAL STRESS FACTORS EXPERIENCED BY THE GROWING CROP.ADVERSE QUALITY EFFECTS MAY REDUCE THE MARKETABILITY OF GRAIN FOR PREMIUM GRADEUSE SUCH AS BREAD MAKING AND STARCH PRODUCTION. GRAIN OF IMPROVED QUALITY COULDREPLACE GRAIN IMPORTED INTO THE EU. BY DETERMINING THE PATHWAYS AND SIGNALS OFSTRESS TRANSMISSION WITHIN A GROWING WHEAT PLANT, AND BY UNDERSTANDING HOW THEYAFFECT GENETICALLY CONTROLLED SWITCHES IN THE PLANT, PRE-TREATMENTS MAY BE DEVISEDTHAT WOULD ENABLE THE PLANT TO WITHSTAND ENVIRONMENTAL STRESSES LIKELY TO OCCURDURING THE SEASON. ALTERNATIVELY, TREATMENTS COULD BE APPLIED AFTER THE STRESSESHAD BEEEN EXPERIENCED IN ORDER TO MOLLIFY THE EFFECTS ON GRAIN QUALITY. BYMONITORING THE ENVIRONMENTAL GROWING CONDITIONS IN THE FIELD, A FARMER MAY BE ABLEI'O COUNTERACT THE EFFECTS OF STRESSES BEFORE DAMAGE IS DONE.




SME Coordinator MR PHILIP WALLACE Company size S3LEVINGTON AGRICULTURE LTDLEVINGTON PARKIP10 0LU - IPSWICHSUFFOLKUnited KingdomPhone: 441473654906Fax: 441473659025Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)MIERIJ METEO B.V. The Netherlands S3


1 - Agriculture, hunting and related service activities15 - Manufacture of food products and beverages

Comments RESEARCH ORGANISATIONS THAT WORK FOR THE FOOD AND AGRICULTUREINDUSTRIES ARE SOUGHT TO CARRY OUT THE RESEARCH REQUIRED. FOODPROCESSING PARTNERS ARE REQUIRED FROM THE FLOUR MILLING ANDSTARCH INDUSTRIES




Acronym EOFORPLAN

Proposal title New tools for forest planning

Abstract The forest management plans are usually paid by the forest owner itself or, in some cases, by the government .A serious problem of the forest management planning is a high price of the plans given mostly by an enormous share of labour in the field on the work. The expenses paid by the owners lead to a lobbying for lowering a quality and content reduction of the plans. Such a trends are dangerous because they can cause difficulties in the sustainability of forest ecosystems development in the future. A solution can be found in searching for new ways haw to elaborate the forest management plans using modern digital technologies. An objective of the prepared project is to find and propose a new technology for a cost and productivity effective elaboration of forest management plans based on combination of digitised data from previous forest management plans, digitised data from the forest management records, growth models, new technology data from the remote sensing of the Earth.




SME Coordinator Ing. NECAS MICHAL Company size S3LESPROJEKT VYCHODNI CECHY S.R.O.GOCAROVA 504500 02 - HRADEC KRALOVECzech RepublicPhone: 420495533235Fax: 420495533235Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)ILMCAD CAD-INGENIEURBURO GMBH Germany S3




Acronym INNOCUOUS

Proposal title INNOVATION IN THE PROCESS OF CORK PRODUCTION FOR ELIMINATION OF ODOURS RESPONSIBLE FOR CORK TAINT

Abstract Cork taint due to the presence of trichloroanisole and other volatile compounds is responsible for approximately 1000MECUs annual losses to the wine and cork industry posing a serious survival problemto hundred of SMEs in the EU's less favoured regions, as well as a threat to the continuation of the cultivation of cork oak forests and their complex ecosystems. The problem of cork taint must be overcometo ensure the survival of this almost exclusively European based industry in order to economically competewith the growing threat of the synthetic cork stopper industry, an increasingly non-European based sector.The workplan for the Step 2 Demonstration project to be assessed under the auspices of this exploratoryaward aims at the industrial scale implementation of an integrated approach for cork treatment composed of physico-chemical unit operation and their combination thereof to guarantee taint free cork stoppers. The possibility of the implementation of such unit operations will be explored and some preliminaryinvestigations carried out to demonstrate the viability of the proposed unit operations. Suitable partners for participation in the Step 2 Demonstration project will be identified and detailed project planning and writing of the Step 2 Demonstration proposal will be carried out.




SME Coordinator DIRECTOR ARMANDO JESUS COELHO Company size S4ALVARO COELHO IRMAOS, LDAZONA INDUSTRIAL DE PRIMEMOZELOS, LFR4535 - SANTA MARIA DE LAMASPortugalPhone: 351227470050Fax: 351227470080

SME Proposer(s)VITI-VINICULTURAL RESEARCH CENTER LTD. Greece S2AMPELOOENIKI LTD.




Acronym REAIPCIC

Proposal title Reliable & emphatic activity indicator products for cross infection control.

Abstract The objective is to develop both product chemistry and means of production for a new generation of impregnatedwipes for cross infection control capable of clearly indicating when the wipe ceases to be effective. Such productswould be capable of making an incremental contribution to hygiene maintenance and diase prevention in thehome, healthcare and food chain.The research will create effective cross contamination control products using a variety of chemical disinfectantsand indicators together with suitable non woven substrates and the machinery to manufacture the finished product.The only existing wipe with a built in indicator was invented 20 years ago by the proponent of this product (USPatent 4311479). The advance in chemical technology should enable a new generation of indicative wipes that aremuch more pathogen specific with quantitative indication of effectiveness.With the increasing number of health problems caused by cross contamination ranging fom Campylobacter jejunito E.coli O 157 and with the increasing problem of antibiotic resistant pathogens there will be a considerableworld-wide niche market for these products.




SME Coordinator Mr Adrian FELLOWS Company size S1PRODUCT & PROCESS DEVELOPMENT1 Slater Bank, Hebden Bridge, HalifaxHX7 7DY - HalifaxUnited KingdomPhone: 01422843047Fax: 01422843047Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)JINPO PLUS A.S. Czech Republic S4

NATURELLE CONSUMER PRODUCTS LTD United Kingdom S4

CETEX CHEMNITZER Germany S3TEXTILMASCHINENENTWICKLUNG GGMBH

CHEM RESIST EUROPE SPOR S.R.O. Czech Republic S2


29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.Comments




Acronym LANDMOD

Proposal title Land-modification as a part of process of sustainable development in rural regions

Abstract The relief of the terrain can have an influence on the land modification . Until now, the 3D modelling has been used in a few cases only. It is necessary to study this influence and to describe it. For this purpose, two different things should be solved. One of them is a practical measurement of the relief influence in the field, i. e. to define the points representing the terrain relief and make soil sampling according this measurements. Second part is the computer evaluation of the measurement results and a modelling of the processes. The analytical part will consist of Hydrological analysis of territory, Determination of soil erosion washing down, Inclination of the terrain and exposition of the slopes. Creation of high water marks and flood model, Movement of snow avalanche, Projecting of field and forest path. For this analysis two kinds of data sources are necessary DTM -photogrammetry, GPS measuring and maps will be a source of this category of data.




SME Coordinator Ing. MARTIN KOBR Company size S3ATLAS, SPOL. SR.O.NA KRIVCE 50101 00 - PRAHA 10Czech RepublicPhone: 4202766085Fax: 4202767426Email: [email protected]: www.atlasltd.cz

SME Proposer(s)GBU - GESELLSCHAFT FUR BODENSCHUTZ UND Germany S1UMWELTUNTERSUCHUNG




Acronym LYTEX

Proposal title Lycopene and dietetic fibre extraction from tomato wastes using Supercritical Fluids Technology

Abstract LYCopene, a carotenoid present in tomato peel, has important properties as antioxidant, nutraceutical food and colouring, having raised great interest for its extraction. Currently, the extraction process is carried out using organic solvents, which reduces its use as nutraceutical and in pharmaceutical applications, as well as in the cosmetic and food industries. To solve this important problem, the project is addressed to define technical conditions for the application of Supercritical CO2, a process with significative advantages for the extraction of organic substances. The preparation of the raw material will also permit the extraction of dietetic fibre derived from the tomato peels. Every market asks for different characteristics of the products and thus for different extraction conditions. In this regard, the Exploratory Award is aimed at: Defining the markets: forecasts, prices and technical characteristics. Defining equipment and suppliers for the pilot Plant intended to be set up and according to the technical processes to comply with the markets requirements. Searching for new partners, potentially in the final users markets, and Establishing the workpackages and tasks for carrying out CRAFT Project's Phase II The project is expected to positively impact on the following aspects:Quality of life: obtention of nutraceutic




SME Coordinator Mr. Manuel VÁZQUEZ CALLEJA Company sizeCONSERVAS VEGETALES DE EXTREMADURA, S.A.Crta. de Villafranco del Guadiana a Balboa, km. 1500Apdo. 10032 S106195 - Villafranco del Guadiana (Badajoz)SpainPhone: 34924448038Fax: 34924448101

SME Proposer(s)RIERA NADEU, S.A. Spain S3

TOMATAGRO Portugal S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 15 - Manufacture of food products and beverages

24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products40 - Electricity, gas, steam and hot water supply85 - Health and social work

Comments




Acronym XPLORE

Proposal title High Resolution X-Ray Detector for Food Quality Control

Abstract The aim of the proposal is the implementation of an innovative High Resolution X-Ray Detector for on-line identification of pits, bugs or internal defects (bruises or frost damage) after the fruit pitting process or immediatly before the packaging process of food products. In particular, in the present project, a prototype for on-line detection of residual pits (or pits fragments) in olives or cherries will be developed, because of the wide market of this sector in Europe. The X-Ray technology was individuated by previous tests because it allows a non-invasive and safe detection, as well as a good speed of processing. At present, X-ray applications in food processing only allow the detection of metals and foreign objects with strong difference of density with the product, but the identification of bodies with very little difference of density, as the case of pits and bugs in fruit, proposed in the present project, is a still not solved issue coming from the food processing sector.




SME Coordinator Dr. Alessio BOSCOLO Company size S2PHOENIX RICERCA E TECNOLOGIE OTTICHE S.R.L.C.so Spagna, 1235127 - PadovaItalyPhone: 390498061250Fax: 390498061250Email: [email protected]: http://www.phoenix-rto.it

SME Proposer(s)SOCIEDAD ANONIMA DE RACIONALIZATION Y Spain S4MECANIZATION

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 73-L - Research and experimental development on natural sciences and engineeringComments




Acronym BIPROSEPLAF

Proposal title Biologic production of horticultural seeds from autochthonous or locally adapted clones

Abstract Develop a mehtod that allows the production of seeds and plants of various autochthonous or adaptations, obtained by biologic means with the objective of maintaining genetic diversity, improving the quality of the cultivated species and supply a potentially growing market which is scarce of biologic seeds. To apply developed technology to fertilisation, plague control and diseases with innovating techniques of production, conservation and tinning, creating a bank of germoplasm. The project proposes, in relation to a new sustained agriculture, a new production system that help biodiversity, vegetal health and management of agrarian resources which can generate incomes and employment in the rural milieu.




SME Coordinator Sr. Primitivo Julio SANTIN FERNÁNDEZ Company size S2INSTITUTO DE RESTAURACIÓN MEDIO AMBIENTE S.L.Avda. de Avación, 70-324198 - La Virgen del Camino (León)SpainPhone: 0034987302102Fax: 0034987302141Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)COOPERATIVA HELIS ERBE Italy S2

REABILITAÇAO LABORAL DE PERSSOAS Portugal S2PORTADORAS DE DEFICIÊNCIA

CONFCOOPERATIVE SASSARI Italy S2

AGRUPAMENTO DE PRODUTORES DE CASTANHA Portugal S2NORDESTE TRANSMONTANOLDA

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 2 - Forestry, logging and related service activities

14 - Other mining and quarrying20 - Manufacture of wood and of products of wood and cork, except furniture; manufacture of articles of straw and plaiting materials

10 - Mining of coal and lignite; extraction of peatComments




Acronym EDOD

Proposal title European Development of Orphan Drugs

Abstract Orphan diseases are defined as disabling or life-threatening diseases, which incidence is below 5 p.10,000people. Some orphan drugs have been developed, mostly in the USA, thanks to the Orphan Drug Act.However, many of them have forsaken because of their low profitability and are still manufacturedlocally with regulatory status EDOD (European Development of Orphan Drugs) program intends tobring to the market orphan drugs with high medical need which have been forsaken by US firms. Thesedrugs will be selected among products currently locally produced by Hospital Pharmacies and which fallwithin one the following therapeutic areas : clinical toxicology (antidotes), metabolic diseases or onco-haematology. EDOD aims at upgrading pharmaceutical and medical quality of these medications, and atharmonising at the european level access to these drugs by patients suffering from rare diseases. EDODwill bring together skills from 6 to 8 European SME's, so as to prepare European regulatory filing of 1 to2 drug candidates within 2 years. This will be the start of a longer co-operation between SME's onorphan drugs.




SME Coordinator DR. Gilles ALBERICI Company size S2OPI ORPHAN PHARMA INTERNATIONAL5 allée de la croix des Roux69126 - BRINDASFrancePhone: 33682555142Fax: 33478879937Email: [email protected] [email protected]: www.orphan-opi.com

SME Proposer(s)OMICRON-PHARMA Austria S2




Acronym EMBRYOBAG

Proposal title The Development of a Culture Bag to Simplify Somatic Embryogenesis

Abstract Somatic embryogenesis is theoretically, the system of choice for the propagation of the breeding crops with elite characteristics, such as oak. Asynchronosity of the developmental stages prevents automation of the process, hence the media changes are highly labourious. The objective of the project is to develop a sealed bag where these media changes are achieved by osmosis. The project will develop a suitable bag for somatic embryogenesis of juvenile, and later mature oak tissue allong with a protocol for automating the process. The lowcost of the process will allow Commercialisation of somatic embryogenesis even where there is poor synchronosity. The success of the system, will allow the production of low cost, elite forest trees of high yield and quality.




SME Coordinator Mr. Fintan MORAN Company size S3PLANT TECHNOLOGY LTD.IDA Industrial Estate, Dublin RoadEnniscorthy, Co. WexfordIrelandPhone: 3535436258Fax: 3535436255Internet: indigo.ie/~plantech

SME Proposer(s)HAMPSHIRE ADVISORY AND TECHNICAL SERVICESUnited Kingdom S2 LTD

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 73 - Research and developmentComments Oak Embryogenesis Research Partner




Acronym FIBRESOIL

Proposal title Investigation and development of organic fibre and mineral sludge for horticultural, forestry and reclaimation purposes

Abstract The re-cycling of newspapers produces large quantities of a by-product made up of plant fibre and clay. Thisproject will develop a material from this for improving soil and as an ingredient in composts. At present manycomposts use peat which is a non sustainable practice. This project aims to produce an alternative product that performs as well as peat but uses a free source of basic material. The project will investigate;. the use of biocatalysts and micro-organisms to degrade the basic material making it suitable for composts. ways of producing even mixes of balanced composts. methods of improving soil structure and moisture retention properties on difficult reclamation sites to allow plant establishment in with minimum topsoil. production of weed suppressants and soil improvers to aid tree establishment in forestry when first planting and after clear felling, especially when whole tree harvestingThe market for composts throughout Europe is huge and the proposers would be able to produce and marketproducts for applications including mulches, soil improvers, potting and seeding medium and specialist lightweightcomposts for hanging baskets.




SME Coordinator Mr Paul HUMMEL Company size S3SEIONT NURSERIESCaer GlyddynPontrugLL57 2BB - CaernarfonUnited KingdomPhone: 441286672113Fax: 441286677223

SME Proposer(s)BREWERS BARLEY PRODUCTS LTD Ireland S2




Acronym HYTRIAL

Proposal title Hydroacustic Tool for Rapid Industrial Interest Algae Location

Abstract The scientific and technical objectives of this research project concern the implementation of an optimised hydroacoustic system prototype for the use of real time location of algae masses, particulary in their natural environment The final prototype system must be reliable, simple to handle and low cost, such that the traditional algae harvesting sector may easily assimilate it. In order to verify the efficiency and reliability of the acoustic system prototype the project will consider mainly the applications to the seaweed-collectors.




SME Coordinator Dr Jorge REY Company size S2ESTUDIOS GEOLOGICOS MARINOSRamonet,1428033 - MadridSpainPhone: 34952608417Fax: 34952608417Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)STENMAR MICRO SYSTEM United Kingdom S2




Acronym CHITOSAN & FOOD COATING

Proposal title Chitosan: the basis of a new generation of anti-fungal andnatural sausage casings and cheese coatings.

Abstract Goal: Develop a new generation anti-fungal food coatings based on chitosan, a natural biopolymer manufactured from shrimp waste. The technology is focussed on sausage casings and cheese coatings. Current food coating technology leads to significant losses (estimated at 3,000 million/year) by fungal contamination in sausages and cheese and to health hazards to consumers by mycotoxins. The currently used anti-fungal agent Natamycin has severe disadvantages. It is not active anymore to fungi responsible for spoilage of sausages and cheese. There are increasing questions on its safety for human health. Thus there is a need for a natural and safe alternative. Chitosan is a biopolymer manufactured from chitinisolated from shrimp waste. Based on existing data of Primex chitosan has anti-fungal properties. These data provide a basis to develop a new generation anti-fungal food coatings for the European sausage and cheese industry and reduce the current waste stream of the shrimp industry. The project comprises 3 steps. Test the efficacy of chitosan against relevant fungi. Develop new food coatings based on chitosan. Evaluate the new coating on sausages and cheese.




SME Coordinator Dr. Alex VERPLAETSE Company size S3LES SALAISONS DE L-ARDENNAISEGroenstraat 3309041 - GentBelgiumPhone: 3293553632Fax: 3293553631Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)PRIMEX INGREDIENTS ASA Norway S4




Acronym WINEBIOSENS

Proposal title BIOSENSOR BASED DEVICE FOR ON LINE CONTROL OF WINE MAKING

Abstract The aim of this CRAFT Project is to develop low cost instrumentation based on biosensors, able to on line monitor wine production. The rapidity of a single measurement (response time in 1-2 min.) makes such devices ideal for closecontrolling the alcoholic fermentation that is a continuously evolving process. Thescientific objectives of this proposal are related to the on-line measurement ofmetabolites as for example glucose, fructose, ethanol, in a self-containedautomated system. The device will be completed with related electronics and appropriate software to quantify the compounds analysed.A wireless system of datatransmission might be applied in order to frequently inform the operator about the process. The device to be developed will be easy to use also by not expertisepeople and suitable to perform a hundred of measurements, before replacing it. Finally, it may be used for other applications depending on the biosensor ( foodanalysis, clinical and analytical chemistry, for example).




SME Coordinator Dr. STEFANO CINELLI-COLOMBINI Company size S2FATTORIA DEI BARBI E DEL CASATO S.R.L.LOCALITA' PODERNUOVI 17053024 - MONTALCINO (SIENA)ItalyPhone: 00390577841111Fax: 00390577841112Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)ECO BEHEER B.V. The Netherlands S2


1 - Agriculture, hunting and related service activities15 - Manufacture of food products and beverages

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Acronym MITES EXTRACTION

Proposal title Development of an accurate mites counting and extraction machine ; a monitoring and testing device for the agricultural sector.

Abstract Mitox (the Netherlands) and Impactest (Portugal), two biotech companies, propose to develop a mite extraction and counting machine. The R&D partners are the University of Amsterdam and machine developerSchachtner (Germany). Mile faunas are used: (1) for ecotoxicological tests on new types of plant protection products (pesticides). These tests are mandatory before new plant protection products are allowed on the European market.(2) in agriculture to indicate whether to use pesticides for crop protection. This equipment automates the manual counting and extraction of miles enabling accurate and more simplified testing. The increased accuracy will lower the level ior a statistically significant mile detection from 40% to a 25% reduction in non-targeted mite faunas. This would comply with European Communitydirectives, as opposed to the existing manual techniques. More accurate testing techniques will reduce the use of pesticides in agriculture, leading to a cleaner environment. The project fits in Theme 1 of the Fifth Framework: 'Quality of Life and Management of Living Resources' The project specifically complies with Key Action 5 'Sustainable Agriculture' (plant health).




SME Coordinator Dr. FRANK BAKKER Company size S3MITOX STICHTING BEVORDERING DUURZAME PLAAGBESTRIJDINGKRUISLAAN 320PO Box 922601098 SM - AMSTERDAMThe NetherlandsPhone: 31205257744Fax: 31205257704Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)IMPACTEST LTDA Portugal S1

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 1 - Agriculture, hunting and related service activitiesComments




Acronym PHYTOGENIC ADDITIVES

Proposal title New phytogenic product line for pig production

Abstract In EU, the use of antibiotic growth promoters (AGP) in animal nutrition came underdiscussion due to cross resistances. One of the most prospective alternatives forAGP's are phytogenic feed additives like herbs, spices and essential oils. Withthis CRAFT-project, the goal is to establish an innovative phytogenic product linefor pig production for a complete replacement of AGP's without any economicalloss. The objective is to define, analyse and test herbal combinations to developa new product line for sows, piglets and fattening pigs. This innovative approachwill provide several benefits in relation with health and nutrition:Achieving the same results as AGP's in production para;No cross-resistances and resistances of animals against therapeutic antibioticsBetter digestibility, reduced environmentional burden of animal productionReduction of soil pollution with antibiotics and not digested minerals(phosphorous); less ammonia in stall and slurry




SME Coordinator Ing. Helmut DEDL Company size S2DELACON BIOTECHNIK GMBHWeissenwolffstr. 14PO Box 174221 - SteyreggAustriaPhone: 437326405310Fax: 43732640533Email: [email protected]: www.delacon.com

SME Proposer(s)NUTRITEC SA/NV Belgium S2




Acronym JETFRUIT

Proposal title "No-touch" robotic technology for preparing fresh-cutfruits and vegetables products based on machine vision and water-jet cutting

Abstract Demand for ready to eat (fresh-cut) fruits and vegetables has drastically grown during the last decade due to the changing human lifestyle in industrial countries. Contacts with human hands during fresh-cut fruits and vegetable process is one of the major potential sources of contamination for fresh-cut products. It is necessary to develop an automatic cutting process in order to improve the quality of fresh-cut fruits and vegetables. This novel automatic cutting process will be achieved by developping a new water-jet cutting machine. The main tasks of research are to complement the water-jet cutting technology for fruits and vegetables with additional stage and to develop the practical way by which the technology can be commercially implemented. The results expected for this new machine are: -an improved quality of the product and safety of the process -no damage on the product -better environmental conditions -a cost competitiveness - a high quality edge and intricate cuts




SME Coordinator Managing Director Yehiel GOLDSTEIN Company size S3ELRAD44, Yad-habanim St.49,377 - Petach-TikvaIsraelPhone: 97239220136Fax: 97239243546Email: [email protected]: http://www.elrad.co.il

SME Proposer(s)PRIM'SAVEUR France S2




Acronym DIBOTEST

Proposal title DIET AND IRRITABLE BOWEL SYNDROME : TRIGGERS, TESTING AND TREATMENT

Abstract Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is one of the most difficult and unsatisfactorily treated chronic diseases in primary healthcare. No simple diagnostic test for IBS exists currently, however, there is increasing evidence that there are dietary and immunological components to this disorder, and that food specific IgG may be a useful diagnostic marker. It is proposed that this project will : i) conduct epidemiological research to establish the usefulness of food-reactive IgG as a dietary marker for IBS ii) use the knowledge acquired in i) to develop a rapid, one-step, point-of-care test to identify the dietary trigger of IBS.




SME Coordinator Mr MARK VAREY Company size S3YORK NUTRITIONAL LABORATORY LTDMURTON WAYYO19 5US - YORKUnited KingdomPhone: 441904410410Fax: 441904422000Email: [email protected]: www.allergy.co.uk

SME Proposer(s)NANOSEARCH MEMBRANE G.M.B.H Austria S2


24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical productsComments A food allergen producer with capabilities for producing recombinant food allergens. An

ELISA kit producer or kit component manufacturer.




Acronym INFIG

Proposal title INTRODUCTION OF NORMAL FLORA TO INFANT GASTROINTESTINAL TRACTS

Abstract There is an increasing frequency of food allergy and intolerance in infants in the developed world. A substantial bodyof evidence suggests that this increase is due to the failure of the 'priming' activities of the normal flora of humanintestinal tracts on the immature immune system in advanced societies. This may be caused by over hygienicconditions in hospitals, use of antibiotics and other modern techniques in infancy. This project aims to produce a nutritional supplement containing probiotioc bacteria isolated from the bacterial flora ofthe infant gastrointestinal tract. These will prime the gastrointestinal tract to promote the optimal maturation of theinfant gut mucosal immune system and minimise subsequent allergic sensitivities. The project will thus enhance thehealth of infants suffering from food allergy and intolerance - an important section of the population.Research objectives are to identify key micro-organisms; develop a product comprising these micro-organisms; carryout safety testing and design and implement at least three clinical trials of the product before launching it in the marketplace.




SME Coordinator DR SUE PLUMMER Company size S3CULTECH LIMITEDYORK CHAMBERS, YORK STREETSA1 3NJ - SWANSEAUnited KingdomPhone: 4401639825100Fax: 01639825101Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)TERAPI CONSULT.AS. Norway S2




Acronym BEGRÜNUNGSWERKSTOFF

Proposal title Development of vegetation media made from renewable raw materials for reclamation of eroded Mediterranean areas in combination with reuse of treated waste water

Abstract Erosion is a problem of global dimensions. In Europe especially the Mediterraneancountries are affected. The objective of the project is to develop media forsimultaneous prevention of erosion and the ehancement of a vegetation cover. Thevegetation media will be made from locally grown raw materials. Special focus willbe the improvement of the plate's ability to draw humidity from the air. Fieldtests will be made locally. A specified irrigation system using treated wastewater will be developed especially for application of the media under aridconditions. The media are planned to be produced by regional enterprises andmarketed for covering roadside slopes, devastated mining areas and other purposes.Additionally to the positive effects directly on the environment also positiveresults are expected on employment. Overproduction of food can be reduced byalternative products. Other aspects of a positive regional development will alsobe covered.




SME Coordinator Dr Joachim NIKLAS Company size S2OEKOTEC GESELLSCHAFT FUER BIOLOGISCHE UND OEKOLOGISCHE TECHNOLOGIEMBH

Rosa-Lusemburg-Str. 89PO Box 113514806 - BelzigGermanyPhone: 493384143828Fax: 493384143829Email: [email protected]: http://www.oekotec-eco-engineering

SME Proposer(s)KOURTPARASIDIS ANTONIOS Greece S1




Acronym LABCHIP

Proposal title DIAGNOSTICS LAB ON A CHIP

Abstract The problem is increasing demand on healthcare systems, for reasons including the ageing European population and the availability of more diagnostic tests due to the human genome project. For this a rapid, cost effective solution is required. We propose to develop a diagnostics lab on a chip. LabChip will greatly accelerate the diagnostics process by miniaturisation and increased detection sensitivity by integrating multiplex molecular biology with dielectrophoresis, Brownian ratchets and micro electro mechanical systems. This will allow several genetic tests to be conducted at the point of care. Cooperative research across Europe will enable this, gathering skills and reflecting healthcare in different member states. The deliverable will be a working chip for chosen diseases ( e.g. salmonella) ready for validation and legislative approval. The technology will then be applied to other diagnostics.




SME Coordinator MR ALEX BATCHELOR Company size S2ATTOLAB LIMITED51 BURY STREETHA475X - RUISLIPUnited KingdomPhone: 441895621013Fax: 441895621015Email: [email protected]: WWW.ATTOLAB.COM

SME Proposer(s)MEDIATORS DIAGNOSTIKA GMBH Austria S2




Acronym NEW INSECT CONTROL

Proposal title Replacement of insecticide treatment on apples by pheromone based bio-control approach.

Abstract Codling moth (Laspyresia pomonella) is a serious pest of apples throughout Europe and may damage a high proportion of fruits making them unsaleable. Current practice uses a pheromone based monitoring system to optimise the timing of an insecticide spray. We propose to achieve control of codling moth population in an organic orchard by using a system which will act over a full season consistingof a pheromone lure ta attract male moths to a station containing a suitable slow acting agent which the moth will pick up before release back into the natural population. The prolonged transfer af such a material ta the population will give sufficient control allied to the fact that beneficial insects will not be exposed to insecticide and will then thrive thus permitting sufficient control of the pest that no further action be required. This model approach, when proven, will then be directly applicable to all orchard systems and many other situation where moth initited damage is important.




SME Coordinator MR DAVID WILLIAM HARTLEY Company size S2INTERNATIONAL PHEROMONE SYSTEMS LIMITEDUNITS *10-15 MEADOW LANE INDUSTRIAL ESTATECH65 4TY - ELLESMERE PORT, SOUTH WIRRALUnited KingdomPhone: 00441513572655Fax: 00441513550299

SME Proposer(s)PLANPROTECT Spain S2




Acronym DODD

Proposal title Development of a careful operating debridement device

Abstract Life expectancy in Europe increases steadily. This leads to an increase of age-specific diseases. To this category come among others diabetes and venous insufficiency. These ailments are a concomitant of difficult to cure wounds. Extensive wounds can be caused by diseases such as diabetes and venous insufficiency as well as by accidents e.g. burns, dirt tattoo etc. Goal of the proposed project is the development of a device to clean extensive wounds b using a mild water jet which can be used from cutting over to rinsing, washing or stimulating a wound. It willhave an integrated shielding and exhauster system in order to avoid contaminating the environs. The complele unit must be compact designed and affordable to normal doctors in order to guarantee a most broad exploitation. So that as many sick people as possible can gain the envisaged advantage of the treatment.




SME Coordinator Mr Rainer LUIG Company size S3O + F A-LINE GMBHHorlecke 4259706 - MendenGermanyPhone: 49237316090Fax: 492373160999Internet: http://www.of-menden.de

SME Proposer(s)HUMECA BV The Netherlands S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 33 - Manufacture of medical, precision and optical instruments, watches and clocks

31 - Manufacture of electrical machinery and apparatus n.e.c.29 - Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.

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Acronym CYPRALL

Proposal title DEVELOPMENT OF STANDARDISED EXTRACT FOR DIAGNOSIS/THERAPY OF CYPRESS POLLEN ALLERGY AND SELECTION OF LESS ALLERGENIC

CYPRESS PLANTS

Abstract Allergic diseases have been increasing in industrialized countries, affecting more than 20% ofEuropean population. In particular pollen from Cupressus spp. plants, frequently used in the pastyears in several reafforestation programs, is emerging as severe cause of pollinosis. Unfortunatelythe lack of a standardised Cupressus pollen extract for diagnostic use as well as its early period ofimpollination ( november -march) makes difficult an exact diagnosis, mistaking allergic symptomsfor seasonal illness. Our research project purposes to reach three main goals: a) to determine thedistribution of various Cupressus spp. throughout Mediterranean Europe and their impact onpollinosis; b) to develop a standardised Cupressus pollen extract for improving diagnosispossibilities and as a needed premise for preparing a therapeutic vaccine; c) to select Cupressusspp. clones plants with low allergen content and for low pollen production and/or restricted periodof impollination.




SME Coordinator PRESIDENT RUBENS VAGLIO Company size S4LOFARMA S.P.A.VIALE VASSALA 4020143 - MILANOItalyPhone: 00392581981Fax: 0039258198217Email: [email protected]: WWW.LOFARMA.IT

SME Proposer(s)C.B.F. LETI, S.A. Spain S4

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areasComments WE NEED THE INVOLVEMENT AS INDUSTRIAL PARTNER OF A FIRM OPERATING

ASNURSERY PLANTS AND VARIOUS RESEARCH GROUPS WITH DIFFERENT SCIENTIFICEXPERIENCE (BOTANICS, CHEMISTS, IMMUNOLOGISTICS) AND ALLERGOLOGISTISFOR CLINICAL TRIALS.




Acronym MOSTO

Proposal title A NOVEL ROUTE TO WINE CASKS FOR WHISKEY PRODUCTION

Abstract The use of wine casks (notably ex-sherry casks) in the Distilling industries is atan all time low (typically less than 5% of total inventory), despite their products being held in high regard by consumers. An innovative process is proposed that will allow significant cost reductions in the manufacture of these casks, limitation of variation in quality, and there will be no requirement for wine fermentation in cask. The process is based upon the use of high tannin, coarse grain oak (fast growth) and seasoning with natural enzymes. The lead in time for delivery of arders will be reduced to 1 month and there will be no low-grade wine left as a by product. The benefits could lead to much greater use of these casks in Distilling industries. There should be significant benefits for SME producers throughout the production chain.




SME Coordinator DR JAMES SWAN Company size S3R . R . TATLOCK AND THOMSONTHE OLD CORN EXCHANGE4 HOPE STREETKY11 1LW - INVERKEITHINGUnited KingdomPhone: 441383411017Fax: 441383411018Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)ETS ROBERT STIERNON SA Belgium S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 2 - Forestry, logging and related service activities

15 - Manufacture of food products and beverages20 - Manufacture of wood and of products of wood and cork, except furniture; manufacture of articles of straw and plaiting materials

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Acronym HEMPACK

Proposal title Project on the Cycle/chain of plant fibres starting from production up the processing and transformation into biodegradable packing products.

Abstract The proposal is aimed at design of a complete Cycle/chain for plant fibres (hemp, linen, kenaf, sorghum etc.). The successive stages of the cycle are: cultivation and harvesting; processing and conversion to obtain a part-processed product for use as a raw material in the manufacture of biodegradable packaging for "organic" food products. The Project is proposed with a view to offering a final product/result obtained from plant sources and biodegradable as an alternative to the throw-away plastic packaging currently widely used. The resulting product will contribute to reduction in waste arising in both manufacture and at the consumer level, in addition to reducing the health risks involved in processing, handling and contact with plastic raw materials. Attainment of the final result (Step 2, CRAFT) will be guaranteed by the strategies and work methodologies adopted for carrying out of the project, aimed at integration between research and production and synergies between the various European partners (the SME proposers of Step 1 and the partners to be sought for Step 2, to complete the consortium) working in the fields of agriculture, industry and commerce.




SME Coordinator DR. VALERIO BINDI Company size S3SOCIETA' PRODUZIONE ERBE DISIDRATESOCIETA' COOPERATIVA A RESPONSABILITA' LIMITATA

VIA FAENTINA N.10648100 - RAVENNAItalyPhone: 390544501640Fax: 390544464658Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)VERNARO GMBH Germany S3

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areasComments Partners as experts are in specific fields: .Research, for the fields of plant fibre and plant

fibre processing. Type ot partner: research organisation/laboratory or University. .Agro-industry, for processing of the plant fibre. Type of partner: SME. .Industry, to manufacture packaging. Type of partner: SME. .Multiple retailer, for use and dissemination of the final product. Type of partner: SME.




Acronym PROFFS

Proposal title Pollution and Recovery of Fish Farm Sediments

Abstract In order to prevent interactions between fish farms and the marine environment showing adverse effects on economy (diseases, low quality etc.) mitigation strategies are urgently needed. One promising strategy is the transfer of fish farms, which might relieve organically burdened sediment leading to improved production. There is, however a lack of information on the effects of these measures, i.e. in semi-enclosed and none-tidal systems. Therefore, a major goal of the proposed work is to characterise and model the change of the benthos at different study sites once the point source of organic enrichment, i.e. the fish farm, has been removed or established, respectively. Specific objectives should include documentation and quantificationof the changes ocurring in terms of biogeochemistry, benthos, and fish pathogens, and to develop a predictive model to optirnise balance between biomass production and product quality.




SME Coordinator Dr. Levent PIKER Company size S2COASTAL RESEARCH & MANAGEMENTTiessenkai 1224159 - Kiel-HoltenauGermanyPhone: 494347708714Fax: 494347708715Email: [email protected]: www.crm-online.de

SME Proposer(s)INSTITUTE GOUNARI. CHEMICAL AND Greece S2MICROBIOLOGICAL ANALYSISAND ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH.




Acronym SEMMEP

Proposal title Establishment and operation of a pilot cell factory for the production of SEcondary Metabolites from MEdicinal Plants, in particular antioxidants

Abstract This research proposal is focused on plant biotechnology. The main objective of the project is the establishment of an in vitro cell factory from medicinal plants in order to produce secondary metabolites which are useful for the agricultural, food, pharmaceutical and cosmetics sectors. The main steps to be followed are: a) in vitro culture of Labiatae species, b) regeneration, somatic embryogenesis and micropropagation, and c) enhanced production of secondary metabolites in vitro biotransformation) molecular markets of clonal propagation and in vitro production. Seeds and plants of Labiatae species will be collected, a combination of various plant growth regulators, nutrient media and culture conditions will be investigated and various protocols for plant regeneration. and tissue cultures will be studied. Furthermore, protocols for somaclonal will be developed, isolation and chemical characterisation of the natural products in vitro produced will be conducted using Flash Chromatography, HPLC, GS, NMR, etc. and molecular markers (protein and genomic) will be developed and used. Trial tests will be carried out for evaluating the quality profile of the gained products.




SME Coordinator MR. Georgios SOVATZOGLOU Company size S3MICROGROW LTD62 Hearklidon141 21 - Neo Heraklio-AthensGreecePhone: 3012791246Fax: 3012773216Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)EURO- TISS V.O.F. The Netherlands S3


15 - Manufacture of food products and beverages24 - Manufacture of chemicals and chemical products

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Acronym BIONIRS

Proposal title NIR-MEASUREMENT-TECHNIQUE of NORGANIC-Concentration IN AGRICULTURE-SOILS

Abstract The objective of the project is to develop a NIR measurement-technique for the economical and scientific use in agriculture. The background is the necessity to measure the total effective and available N_Organic, the residue of N_Fertiliser and C/N-proportions in soils, peat and composts onplant-fields and plantations in order to get a fast, cheap and complete overview about the soil situation regarding the nitrogen content. This is not possible when using only wet-chemical analytics. The non-controlled use of fertiliser in the cultivating of food-plant affects not only the health of human life when involving high concentrations of nitrogen in tood-chain and ground water, but also fauna and flora in rivers and lakes. The project combines the economic advantages for farmers to ecological ones, for e.g. for nature sanctuaries and polluted lakes and rivers.




SME Coordinator Dr. Wolfgang BECKER Company size S2WMM SENSORIK GMBH & CO. KGWeiherstr. 3176327 - PfinztalGermanyPhone: 497219463570Fax: 497219463508Email: [email protected]: www.wmm-kg.de

SME Proposer(s)OEKO-DATENSERVICE GESMBH Austria S3




Acronym H.E.R.M.O.S.A.

Proposal title High Efficiency and Remote Management Oxygenation System for Aquaculture

Abstract Aquaculture is an expanding zootechnical sector without high-tech content.Wateroxygenation process may affect land-based fish-farming.Mediterranean productionmainly depends on land-based and under-coast plants.EXPLORATORY PHASE(3months/30, 000euro) aims to evaluate high-tech market request.SME proposers try to expandtheir business joining with specialized enterprises too.CRAFTPHASE(2months/200,000 euro) aims to:l.reduce oxygen consumption(80%,90%);2.reducefish-pathology risk; 3.increase product quality;4.reduce management cost. Projectallows to develop an innovative System with a special oxygen dosingcell(efficiency=100%)and on-line water quality sensors.supplied by sun power.Amicand Siegert SME proposers intend to employ. many resources to exploit project bestresults in the shortest time.Other partners:Sirtis (Res. Institute expected), FermeAquacole and La Cosa, (SME end-users expected). Sought expertises:"fish-biology andaquaculture economy"; SME or Res. Institutes




SME Coordinator Dr. Anna Rita GAZZARI Company size S2AMIC MICROSISTEMI PER L'AMBIENTEVia Greto di Cornigliano 616152 - GenovaItalyPhone: 390106563251Fax: 390106563251Email: [email protected]: www.amic_microsistemi.it

SME Proposer(s)SIEGERT ELECTRONIC GMBH Germany S4





Acronym MIPROGAPOREX

Proposal title DEVELOPMENT OF A INTEGRATED SYSTEM FOR LIVESTOCK EXTENSIVE EXPLOITATION.

Abstract The Objetive of this proposal is to establish the scientific base of the possibleproblems which may arise in the development of an Integrated Extensive Breeding System which has not been standarised yec in the countries of the E.U., regions in order to obtain high quality, healthy products derived from pigs bred at large taking advantage of stubble from biological cultivation, pastures and other agricultural and forest fruit. This research will study the conditions and will define the following parameters; technologica, genetic. economic, environmental, nourishing, sanitary and animal welfare.




SME Coordinator Sr. ANTONIO CARRETERO Company size S2S. A.T. EL MESTOC/ Santisimo Cristo, 1606176 - LA PARRA (BADAJOZ)SpainPhone: 34924671708Fax: 34924671009

SME Proposer(s)IBERGENETICA, SOCIEDADE AGROPECURIA DE Portugal S2PORTUGAL

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areas 1 - Agriculture, hunting and related service activitiesComments This proposal was submitted to the previous call on 15 September 1999, with Dossier No.

EXAW-1999-00701 and has been modified according to the insructions of the Expert Panel.




Acronym REDUCTGERMS

Proposal title NEW SYSTEM FOR THE REDUCTION OF GERMS, BACTERIA AND ODD SUBSTANCES IN THE TRANSFORMATION OF VEGETABLE PRODUCTS INTO DEHYDRATED AND READY-MADE FOOD

Abstract ABSTRACT In the industry of vegable dehydrated products, the current processes used for the reduction of thebacteriological load (boiling, whitening) in certain products with a high microbian level (due to the fact that they are born under the ground), are inefficient since they alter their organoleptic characteristics and their molecular structure. As a final objective of this project, it is intended to obtain a new procedure for the production of dehydrated vegetables with a total count of less than 100.000 germs in plaque. This new procedure would range from the field work, at the mont of harvesting, to the processing work, introducing technological improvements in the harvesting machines, as well as in parts of the processing, washing and whitening lines. This would be done by causing a thermic effect in the fresh product before its dehydration, which would affect the critical points where the microbiologicalcontamination is higher. This should not affect any organoleptic parameter in the final product.




SME Coordinator Mrs. Ma DOLORES SERRANO Company size S4AGROTECNICA EXTREMENA, S.L.CTRA. EX 209 BADAJOZ-MONTIJO, Km 24,906184 - PUEBLONUEVO DEL GUADIANA (BADAJOZ )SpainPhone: 34924474157Fax: 92434474174Email: [email protected]

SME Proposer(s)NETAGCO WUELHMAUS HASSIA LANDMASCHINENGermany S3 VERTIEBS GMBH

Profile of partners for joining the projectBusiness areasComments Companies involved in freeze dried and air dried products


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