February 2006

PowdermatriX Proves its Materials Know How

Having proved itself as an effective partner in the advancement of particulate engineering, the PowdermatriX Faraday will be developing its work within the recently launched Materials Knowledge Transfer Network (KTN).

Since its formation just three years ago, PowdermatriX Faraday has successfully built a large and effective network, which includes over 200 organisations, for particulate engineering, focusing particularly on the advanced ceramic, powder metal, hard metal and magnetics industries.

Knowledge Transfer Networks form a key part of the DTI's Technology Programme, which has been developed as a direct result of the recent Innovation Review. These KTNs build on the successful Faraday model, which has been pivotal in encouraging industry and academia to work together to bring new products and processes to the market.

The Materials KTN is the largest grouping and includes the Faraday partnerships of Advance, Packaging, Plastics, PowdermatriX, Technical Textiles plus the Smart Materials Surfaces and Structures Network, and the National Composites Network.

John Liddle, Director of PowdermatriX Faraday, said; “I am delighted that PowdermatriX has the opportunity to benefit our members even further. Belonging to an integrated Materials KTN will provide a broader vision of materials development.

Since late 2002, our services have brought tangible results to companies and researchers by actively promoting innovation. For example, our Technology Translators have worked with companies identifying the best technical solutions and new opportunities. Sector Technology Roadmaps identified the challenges and research priorities to secure the future of our key sectors. The SPARK Award scheme has supported 28 companies on problem solving, proof-of-concept studies and technology demonstration, either resulting directly in improved products and processes or leading to more extensive research.

Working within the Materials KTN, PowdermatriX Faraday will now contribute further to building a strong national strategy for materials and we aim to increase our impact by expanding on our research portfolio and widening the network”.


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