On the 23rd of May the 2nd training seminar of Georis Project was held on the premises of Monolithos.
Monolithos one of the industrial Partners of Georis Project has an eighteen-years’ experience in manufacturing, regenerating, and recycling of automotive catalytic converters and Diesel Particulate Filters (DPFs). In the context of the Georis Porject Monolithos is using the GEORIS technology to produce catalytic powder, and apply it in the production of aftermarket catalytic converters.
Geopolymer based automotive catalyst for emission control technologies
1st Training Seminar
The training seminar began with introductions of participatns and a Georis Project overview presented by the Lead Partner, Enalos.
The next session of the event was dedicated to presentations from experts on recent advances in geopolymerization.In particualr , the first presentation delved into the use of vermiculite-based fire protection mortar to enhance the fire resistance of reinforced concrete tunnels, a critical safety measure for underground infrastructure. The second presentation introduced GEOPCM, an innovative concept for creating sustainable, lightweight, and highly insulating inorganic construction materials. Finally, the seminar explored the potential of valorizing industrial waste by transforming powder composites into filaments suitable for 3D printing, offering a promising approach to sustainable manufacturing. Also, the development of inorganic geopolymeric materials from industrial by-products was discussed, highlighting the potential to create sustainable and high-performance construction materials while reducing waste.
The second section comprised a practical demonstration of nanocatalyst synthesis using geopolymer as a substrate, followed by performance validation in a synthetic gas bench. Participants had the unique opportunity to witness the process firsthand and enjoyed a guided tour of MONOLITHOS’ state-of-the-art analytical laboratories and industrial premises, providing valuable insights into real-world applications and research environments.
For the last section, Georis Partners took over to present the first results of the diverse geopolymerization routes for producing these eco-friendly alternatives to traditional concrete, highlighting the potential to reduce the industry’s carbon footprint. The critical role of standardization in facilitating market adoption was emphasized. Attendees had the oppurtunity to take a look from the 1st demonstration and capacity building event that the partnership organised one month earlier in Slovenia where GEORIS pavers were developed in a small-scale demonstration, showcasing the technology’s real-world applications. Addiotionally, the economic aspect of these materials were discussed, with analyses presented to assess their cost-effectiveness.
The event concluded with a comprehensive wrap-up session and networking opportunities, fostering knowledge exchange and collaboration among participants.
