Press release submitted on behalf of RadTech.
RadTech is excited to announce the 7th Annual RadLaunch Research Accelerator program, which fosters connections between emerging UV+EB technology startups and industry leaders.
RadLaunch is more than a competition; it’s an essential support network for companies in the early stages of commercializing UV+EB technologies. This program is focused on nurturing ideas that contribute to sustainable and responsible manufacturing, aligning with the growing need for environmental stewardship in industry practices.
Too often, innovative companies with outstanding ideas and promising lab results lack the necessary contacts and network to move beyond the concept phase. RadLaunch addresses this gap by facilitating introductions to our member companies, which include material and equipment suppliers and end-users. These connections are invaluable, offering mentorship and guidance critical to your venture’s growth and success.
RadTech, the Association for UV+EB Technology, and the Photopolymer Additive Manufacturing Alliance, a collaboration with the National Institutes of Standards and Technology, invites a diverse range of participants to apply. This includes startups, students, universities, companies, and individual makers and innovators. The rapid evolution of UV+EB materials and equipment creates opportunities for new applications and the development of novel, sustainable products and processes.
The 2024 RadLaunch program offers two unique opportunities:
- UV+EB Degradability Challenge (New for 2024): Sponsored by the RadTech Sustainability Committee, this challenge underscores the need for designing products with end-of-life (EOL) considerations, focusing on degradable materials.
- RadLaunch Competition: We welcome ideas, concepts, and prototypes in areas such as new materials, optics, design, printing, packaging, 3D printing/additive manufacturing, batteries, coil coatings, inkjet, building products, plastics, medical, electronics, and more. We are particularly interested in submissions that emphasize sustainable and responsible manufacturing practices.
Join RadTech in shaping the future of UV+EB technology in a way that respects our environment and resources. For more information and to participate in these inspiring innovation challenges, please visit www.radlaunch.org.
RadTech is eager to support your journey and see your contributions to sustainable UV+EB technology.