E! 450, WaBaBiHAV, RenFuel K2B AB
| Reference number | |
| Coordinator | Ren Fuel K2B AB |
| Funding from Vinnova | SEK 3 357 167 |
| Project duration | September 2022 - September 2025 |
| Status | Ongoing |
| Venture | Eurostars |
Important results from the project
We consider that we have achieved all our goals regarding the temporary road sign product segment. We have laid the foundation for scale-up to TRL7 and higher towards our first product deliveries, having gathered sufficient knowledge to initiate the implementation of a small production unit for temporary signs, while advancing our business model towards early commercialization. We have also made breakthroughs towards 3D applications and have defined a timeplan to further broaden our portfolio.
Expected long term effects
Besides demonstration in real environment, we have advanced our business case by showing our signs can be recycled, and by refining our carbon footprint and price estimates. These results highlight our strongest selling point: an outstandingly low environmental impact. Our strategy consists in RenFuel leading the early commercialization of temporary road signs in Sweden, while NPSP identifies suitable product designs and market segments to develop 3D products.
Approach and implementation
Considering the initial project plan, temporary road signs constitute an adjustment, as our initial focus was permanent road signs as an opening towards other 3D applications such as decorative facades and outdoor furniture. However, both RenFuel and NPSP realized the potential shortcut to market represented by temporary road signs, as products have simpler shapes and are subjected to fewer requirements. Most of the groundwork will be largely reused for other 3D applications.