Financed Projects
D2INNOV
The D2INNOV project aims to stimulate the mushroom production value chain through R&D focused on the valorization of value-added molecules. Its objectives are to develop two products enriched with vitamin D2: a mushroom powder with a content of at least 580 µg/g of powder, and a natural extract with at least 90% vitamin D2 purity; as well as an integrated process enabling the conversion of ergosterol into vitamin D2 through UV irradiation.
PRODUTECH SIF – SOLUTIONS FOR THE INDUSTRY OF THE FUTURE
The PRODUTECH SIF project constitutes an integrated response for the development and construction of new production systems based on advanced technologies, enabling the preparation and equipping of the manufacturing industry to face the challenges of the 4th industrial revolution.
BTL - A inovar competências...a capacitar o futuro!
This application reflects the company’s desire to increase the technical skills of its team, as it considers HR to be a pillar in the company’s evolution. The focus of the planned plan is based on the acquisition of new knowledge associated with the evolution of new technologies, new innovation trends, environmental sustainability, social well-being and a healthy work environment for the continuous and competitive improvement of the company in the markets and sector.
BTL 4.0 Industry
With this project, BTL aims to integrate the principles of Industry 4.0 into its organizational and production systems to improve its organizational level, optimize processes, reduce operational costs, strengthen its market position, and contribute to the technological advancement of the metallurgical and metalworking sector in Portugal.
At BTL – Indústrias Metalúrgicas, S.A., we believe that RDI is essential for global competitiveness, promoting the continuous improvement of processes and products. Our strategy is based on a culture of innovation, multidisciplinary team and internal use of ideas to increase efficiency and ensure reliability in customer service.
We focus on the development of integrated industrial units, recognized by the national and international market for our know-how in engineering and projects. We develop new technologies in response to market gaps, with emphasis on strategic partnerships with Universities and Technological Centres, such as the University of Aveiro, the University of Porto and the Cork Technology Centre.
Featured projects:
Our continuous innovation allows us to compete with global technological leaders, consolidating the status of SME Leader, among other national and international recognitions, for our economic and financial sustainability.
- R&D Unit for Nanographene
- Pre-frozen Bread Production Unit
- Adhesives and Derivatives Production Unit
- Resin Distillation and Treatment Unit
- Pre-Polymers Production Unit
- Pilot Unit for Plastometer Production
- Pilot Unit for Polymer Production
- Cork Research Unit
- Food Preparations Production Unit
- Pilot Unit for Cosmetics Production
ISO 56001 Innovation Management System
BTL holds ISO 56001 certification within the scope of research, development, and innovation (R&D&I) activities for solutions, products, and services in the field of metalworking and industrial automation and process control.
This certification validates the implementation of a structured innovation management system, focused on the creation, development, and continuous improvement of technological solutions applied to industrial contexts.
BTL’s innovation management system ensures a systematic approach to R&D&I activities, promoting integration between engineering, technological development, and industrial process optimization.
Within the ISO 56001 framework, structured practices support:
- Research and development of innovative industrial solutions
- Design and continuous improvement of metalworking products and services
- Development of industrial automation and process control systems
- Management of the innovation lifecycle from idea to industrial implementation
- Value-driven approach to technological and industrial innovation
The adoption of ISO 56001 enables the consolidation of innovation processes based on internationally recognized methodologies, ensuring consistency, traceability, and efficiency in R&D&I project management.
This framework supports continuous technological evolution in metalworking, industrial automation, and process control systems, fostering solutions aligned with the demands of modern industry.