Who we are
BILASURF is a new European initiative to develop a solution for surface functionalisation, which aims to reduce friction and improve the environmental footprint of industrial parts
Mission
We are developing and integrating a process for high-rate laser functionalization of complex 3D surfaces using tailored designed bio inspired riblets to reduce friction and improve the environmental footprint of industrial parts, assuring a high throughput with the help of inline monitoring capabilities. This solution can provide European industry with a key tool to use a more efficient and environmentally friendly manufacturing process.
Vision
The vision of BILASURF is to provide European industry with a key tool to use a more efficient and environmentally friendly manufacturing process, thereby opening up new markets and attaining a competitive edge. The ultimate goal is to make a significant positive impact on the environment and to support the principles of the European Green Deal.
Our context
Manifest
Surface functionalisation is present in a wide range of sectors, improving the performance of multiple components and systems in many applications. However, when considering the application of such functionalisation in complex industrial parts, several challenges must be faced. The difficulty of reaching all surfaces of complex 3D parts is significative, especially in those with considerable size and weight. At the same time, uncertainty about the regulatory compliance of functionalised parts in some sectors makes a straightforward integration of this process more difficult. As a result, this limits the potential of some companies in terms of opening up new markets or attaining a competitive edge. Additionally, the creation of functional surfaces has traditionally relied on processes such as chemical reactions and/or the complete coating of the native surfaces (e.g. aerofoils).
Due to their very nature, these processes generate unwanted by-products thereby leaving a significant environmental footprint, which go against the “do no significant harm” principle of The European Green Deal. In order to avoid these setbacks, a new functionalising process for complex 3D shaped parts in which the environmental footprint is reduced and where new guidelines are generated to complement the manufacturing standards of target sectors, could be a game changer.
Our values
Innovation
BILASURF is committed to innovation and continuous improvement in the field of laser functionalization of complex 3D surfaces.
Sustainability
BILASURF is dedicated to reducing its environmental footprint and promoting sustainability in all aspects of its work.
Collaboration
BILASURF values collaboration and partnerships with industry, academia, and other stakeholders to achieve its mission and vision.
Regulatory Compliance
BILASURF is committed to following all relevant regulations and standards in its work and to creating new guidelines to complement the manufacturing standards of target sectors
Excellence
BILASURF strives for excellence in all aspects of its work, including research, development, and implementation, to reach its goal of providing a game-changing solution for the functionalization of complex 3D shaped parts
Our professional team
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Definition
BILASURF is a new European initiative to develop a solution for surface functionalisation, which aims to reduce friction and improve the environmental footprint of industrial parts.
