Testing and Experimentation Facility for Manufacturing
The Testing and Experimentation Facility for Manufacturing (TEF-MANUF) was a call under the Digital Europe Programme designed to establish a world-class reference site for validating AI-powered solutions in real manufacturing environments. This initiative aimed to boost the competitiveness of the European manufacturing sector by accelerating the adoption of trustworthy and scalable Industrial AI and robotics.
Who is Funded: Eligible Applicants, Geographic Coverage, and Objectives
The program primarily targeted innovators, including Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs), and organizations across the European Union involved in the manufacturing sector. Its overarching objective was to establish a cutting-edge Testing and Experimentation Facility (TEF) to drive the deployment of trustworthy and scalable Industrial AI solutions, thereby enhancing Europe's industrial competitiveness and sustainability.
What is Funded: Project Types and Focus Areas
This funding initiative focused on establishing a Testing and Experimentation Facility (TEF) specifically for the manufacturing sector. It supported projects that involve the testing, validation, and integration of advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) and robotics solutions in real-life manufacturing environments. The scope covered various industrial processes and aimed to address critical challenges in factory-level optimization, collaborative robotics, and circular economy principles.
Type and Scope of Funding for Manufacturing TEF
The 'Testing and Experimentation Facility for Manufacturing' program provided grant funding as part of the Digital Europe Programme. This specific topic had a substantial allocated budget of EUR 30,000,000, intended to establish the advanced manufacturing TEF.
Conditions and Requirements for Digital Europe Programme Funding
Key conditions for this funding program, part of the Digital Europe Programme, are primarily detailed in the comprehensive call document. These include specific guidelines for application, consortium formation, and important provisions related to ethics, cybersecurity, and data protection, all crucial for the development of trustworthy AI solutions.
Application Procedure: Past Call Details
The application process for the Testing and Experimentation Facility for Manufacturing program has concluded. Proposals were submitted through a dedicated online system, followed by an evaluation phase. Applicants have been informed of the evaluation results, with grant agreements expected to be signed in early 2023.
Legal Basis of the Manufacturing TEF Program
The 'Testing and Experimentation Facility for Manufacturing' program operates under the robust legal framework of the Digital Europe Programme. Its establishment and operational guidelines are primarily authorized and shaped by specific EU regulations and official work programmes, ensuring compliance and transparency in funding activities.
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Funding Overview
Funding Status:
Closed
Maximum Amount:
30.000.000 €
Allocated Budget:
30.000.000 €
Award Channel:
Framework Programme Call
Region:
European Union
Sectors:
Information and Communication Technology, Research and Development, Service Sector, Environmental and Climate Protection, Construction and Building Materials, Textile and Apparel Industry
Application Type:
Consortium Required
Funding Stages:
Prototyping, Pilot Testing, Product Development, Process Optimization, Market Introduction, Commercialization, Experimental Development, Implementation
Funding Provider
Program Level:
European Union
Funding Body:
European Commission
Additional Partners:
T4HD - CRL (Portugal), DIMECC OY (Finland, Sweden, Baltic countries), EDEN TECH (France), SYNYO GmbH (Austria), GRANT GARANT SRO (Slovakia), Grupo Colabora Formación y Proyectos, SL (Spain), BEIA CONSULT INTERNATIONAL SRL (Romania), Metal Centre Cakovec (Croatia)
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