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Hamilton launches new version of ArcAir
Bonaduz - Hamilton Bonaduz AG has updated its sensor management software. With its latest version of ArcAir, the medical technology manufacturer has made improvements focusing particularly on future innovations in biopharmaceutical applications.
Durrer and ZHAW develop new vacuum cooling solutions
Immensee SZ/Wädenswil ZH - The manufacturer of special machines for the food and medtech industries, Durrer, has further developed its vacuum technology in partnership with Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW). Their work has resulted in new solutions for vacuum cooling.
Nnaisense launches platform for evolutionary algorithms
Lugano - The artificial intelligence startup Nnaisense has launched EvoTorch. In a pioneering project with Audi, the open-source platform for evolutionary algorithms showed how easily it can be incorporated into existing workflows. This pilot also highlighted the time that could be saved in achieving operational goals for industry.
Pharma Tech to receive 30 million Swiss francs from LDA Capital
Lugano - Pharma Tech Holding SA has received a capital commitment from LDA Capital in the amount of 30 million Swiss francs. This will primarily allow Pharma Tech to invest in its portfolio company Blue Sky Swisse. The aim is for this firm to become a quality and cost leader for CBD oil.
Embotech makes autonomous driving a reality
The future of autonomous transport is being created at Embotech’s factory sites. The ETH spin-off is at the forefront of this high-tech trend and boasts prestigious partners. CEO Andreas Kyrtatos attributes this success in part to the company’s links to the Greater Zurich Area.
Rapyuta Robotics and Sevensense cooperating in the area of robotics
Zurich/Tokyo - Sevensense is to supplement the innovative cloud platform for multi-robot systems from Rapyuta Robotics. To this end, Sevensense will bring to the table its visual algorithms on the basis of Artificial Intelligence that allow robots to create a map and determine its position within a room.
Hydrogel facilitates vaccine transportation without the need for cold chains
Zurich/Denver - A hydrogel has been developed at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich that vastly improves the shelf life of vaccines even without refrigeration. This could help to remove logistical and financial hurdles for transportation. Moreover, the hydrogel could ensure that fewer vaccines are thrown away on account of their limited lifespan.
xFarm Technologies secures investment of 17 million euros
Manno - xFarm Technologies has raised a total of 17 million euros after successfully closing a financing round. The start-up from the Greater Zurich Area impressed investors with its digital platform that aims to support the digitalization of the agriculture sector. This is now set to be enhanced and launched in additional countries.
Zurich North America named apprenticeship ambassador
Schaumburg/Zurich - The U.S Department of Labor has named the Zurich North America as an Apprenticeship Ambassador. The designation recognizes the role of the insurance company from Greater Zurich in helping to modernize, diversify and expand apprenticeships across the USA.
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