Collaborative Partnerships: Uniting Expertise for Transformative Impact

SMARTWELD stands at the forefront of innovation, and our journey is made possible through strategic collaborations with industry-leading partners. Our consortium is a dynamic fusion of expertise, bringing together key players from diverse fields to collectively drive the evolution of sustainable welding practices in the steel industry.

Strenght in Unity

Our collaborative network is more than just a collection of entities; it’s a synergy of knowledge, experience, and shared vision. Each partner contributes unique insights and capabilities, creating a robust foundation for the success of SMARTWELD.

RINA CONSULTING
Management

RINA Consulting – Centro Sviluppo Materiali S.p.A. (in short CSM) is a fully private innovation centre with extensive experiences in the development and application of innovative processes and materials. Today CSM is part of RINA Group and is a global provider of classification, certification, testing, inspection and training services. CSM is a leading centre for applied research founded in 1963 by Italy’s major steel industry. CSM with a staff of over 250 talented researchers and technicians, 20 laboratories, pilot lines and full-scale testing facilities, is the partner of choice for any project in which materials, technology and innovation play a critical role.

SIEC BADAWCZA LUKASIEWICZ
Development of predictive tool at TRL4

A leading force in [industry/sector], [Partner’s Name] stands out for its exceptional expertise in [specific area, e.g., welding technology]. Renowned for innovation, they play a pivotal role in advancing sustainable practices and driving positive change within their sector. As a key player, [Partner’s Name] brings valuable insights and experience to our collaborative endeavors.

SILESIAN UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
Development of online monitoring at TRL4

The Silesian University of Technology is an European research university, guided by respect for universal values ​​and academic traditions, recognized in international rankings, supporting the improvement of the quality of life and dynamic development of the economy by conducting the highest quality research and education. It builds its high position and prestige thanks to self-improvement in an atmosphere of partnership cooperation of employees, doctoral students, students and the socio-economic environment, which favors creativity, innovation and technology transfer. The Silesian University of Technology, as a prestigious European research university, creates scientific development and technological progress, educates highly qualified staff, and actively influences the development of the country, region and local communities.


OPTOPRIM SRL
Development of hybrid welding at TRL4

A leading force in [industry/sector], [Partner’s Name] stands out for its exceptional expertise in [specific area, e.g., welding technology]. Renowned for innovation, they play a pivotal role in advancing sustainable practices and driving positive change within their sector. As a key player, [Partner’s Name] brings valuable insights and experience to our collaborative endeavors.

JT S.A.
Integration and Validation at TRL5

A leading force in [industry/sector], [Partner’s Name] stands out for its exceptional expertise in [specific area, e.g., welding technology]. Renowned for innovation, they play a pivotal role in advancing sustainable practices and driving positive change within their sector. As a key player, [Partner’s Name] brings valuable insights and experience to our collaborative endeavors.

UNIVERSITEIT GENT
Communication, Dissemination, Exploitation

Ghent University is an open, pluralistic and socially engaged university. It is more than 200 years old, offers more than 200 programmes (including 64 English-taught master’s programmes) and conducts in-depth research within a wide range of scientific domains.