Sustainable Utilization and Recycling of Gases in Welding and Additive Manufacturing (SURG-WAM)
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| Coordinator | Högskolan Väst |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 350 000 |
| Project duration | November 2024 - June 2025 |
| Status | Completed |
| Venture | Impact Innovation Metals & Minerals - Program-specific efforts Vinnova |
| Call | Impact Innovation: Feasibility studies within Technological Action Areas in the program Metals & Minerals |
Important results from the project
The project met its goals through a feasibility study on shielding gases and their recycling, as well as experiments showing that two-stage regulators greatly reduce gas overshoot. This leads to more efficient, stable, and sustainable processes. The results provide valuable knowledge and support more circular and cost-effective industrial practices.
Expected long term effects
The project is expected in the long term to contribute to reduced resource consumption and lower environmental impact through more efficient use of shielding gases. The results may strengthen industrial competitiveness, accelerate the adoption of circular and sustainable practices, and influence future standards and practices in welding and additive manufacturing.
Approach and implementation
The project was carried out according to plan with well-chosen activities that supported the achievement of the objectives. Collaboration worked very well, and the project developed as expected. The timeline was followed, and the results confirm that the design was both relevant and effective.