Report
Teaser, summary, work performed and final results
Periodic Reporting for period 1 - DryCoolerSeeds (Optimum, sustainable solution for seed drying and conservation)
Teaser
The novelty of DryCoolerSeeds solves quality, economical and environmental problems that businesses in the seed industry face across the globe. The novel mechanism of DryCoolerSeeds allows the seeds to dry and/or cool in a unique way resulting in higher quality seeds and less...
Summary
The novelty of DryCoolerSeeds solves quality, economical and environmental problems that businesses in the seed industry face across the globe. The novel mechanism of DryCoolerSeeds allows the seeds to dry and/or cool in a unique way resulting in higher quality seeds and less waste. As a result DryCoolerSeeds offers businesses a higher return on investment. Moreover, the novel machine consumes significantly less energy, generating electrical cost savings to the businesses and less generation of green house gases. In return society gains more in high quality cereals and therefore higher quality food, derived from a sustainable industry.
The overall objective of this innovation project is develop the TRL6 DryCoolerSeeds prototype into a TRL9 market-ready product that can be commercialized in a global market in return of a sustainable and business growth.
Work performed
The TRL6 prototype has evolved into three prototypes of different capacity, and their performance compared to existing and state-of-the-art techniques is being tested by independent and recognised industry professionals. Concurrently dissemination and commercialization activities are being carried out both locally (Italy) and overseas.
Final results
Initial tests show the novelty of DryCoolerSeeds in cooling and drying processes, resulting in better quality seeds and less energy consumption.
Website & more info
More info: http://www.marcoldgroup.it/en/coolers-for-cereals-and-seeds/dry-cooler-seeds-line.