VALDED

Innovation and Skills in Finland 2021-2027 European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) programme

 

Validated Directed Energy Deposition for Critical Industrial Applications (VALDED) joint project (University of Turku and Turku University of Applied Sciences) addresses the need for reliable and efficient directed energy deposition (DED) 3D printing expertise for large, demanding metal components in industry. Broader adoption of this technology requires not only the development of application expertise, but also advancements in manufacturing processes and quality assurance of the final products.

The project will establish a comprehensive capability, operating model, and equipment base that support the effective utilization of the technology and best practices in companies and research institutions in the Turku region. This will significantly enhance the competitiveness of industry in Southwest Finland, promote low-carbon solutions, and create new business opportunities.

The VALDED project also contains a separate equipment investment project aimed at strengthening innovation activities

Duration of the project: 1.1.2026-31.12.2028

Total budget: 1 333 856 €         EU funding: 800 315 €

Consortium project code: R-02942      Investment project code: A82120

EVENTS

10.11.2026 Opening seminar and workshop

Join us to learn about technology piloting opportunities for your specific applications, the project’s technical implementations and demonstrations, and equipment investments — particularly the fatigue testing equipment procurement, for which the tendering process closed in October!

Date: 10.11.2026 08:30-15:45

Place: Quad Tech Turku (QTT), Lemminkäisenkatu 28, Turku

Registration (by Nov.3rd): https://link.webropolsurveys.com/EP/7AA7BEBF4758D394

Official invitation in Finnish: VALDED-alkuseminaari ja tyopaja