Remanufacturing, reuse and repair for increased resilience and competitiveness
Every product, component or material that is discarded prematurely represents lost value, increased raw material exposure and unnecessary climate emissions. In a time marked by fragile supply chains, material shortages, geopolitical uncertainty and stricter EU regulations, value-preserving strategies such as remanufacturing, reuse and repair are no longer only a sustainability issue – they are a matter of resilience, security of supply and long-term competitiveness.
We help companies turn requirements, risks and business opportunities into practical solutions, supported by research, testbeds and industry expertise.
Proven in practice
RISE has long been researching how circular product, component and material flows can be developed and implemented in practice, and continues to drive this research forward in close collaboration with industry, municipalities and public authorities across multiple sectors.
This knowledge is continuously translated into concrete services, expertise and technical infrastructure already used by companies in sectors such as construction, automotive and manufacturing.
Building resilient value chains
Whether it concerns a window in a construction project or an industrial component for the aftermarket, we have the expertise and technical infrastructure required to make it work in practice.
We combine knowledge of regulations, business models and life cycle assessment with materials science, digitalisation, traceability and certification. Solutions can be tested and verified in our own lab and pilot environments.
This gives you a clear and coordinated path forward, without the need to manage multiple actors. We know what it takes for change to become robust, scalable and commercially sustainable – while strengthening delivery capability, reducing resource dependency and supporting future climate targets.
Our process
1. Identify potential
Where is the business opportunity? We help you identify which products, components and materials have the greatest potential for reuse, repurposing or remanufacturing, and which option is most profitable for your specific business.
2. Design for multiple life cycles
How should the product or process be designed to make life extension possible and scalable? We support you with ecodesign, material selection, LCA and design for disassembly and multiple life cycles.
2. From pilot to production
How do we move from pilot to production? We help you develop and implement processes for remanufacturing, reuse and repurposing, with support ranging from production technology and additive manufacturing to business models.
4. Test and verify
How do we ensure that the solution actually performs – technically, environmentally and regulatorily? We carry out testing, material analysis and non-destructive testing, and help you meet relevant standards and requirements.
How we work across industries
Different industries have different conditions, but the same fundamental challenge: moving from ambition to real change.
Contact us
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