University of Exeter · Awarded contract
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Supply of Fusion Bead Machine to University of Exeter for Critical Minerals Research

Awarded 11 Aug 2024

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Awarded11 Aug 2024
Value£78,592.80
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryResearch & Development
Expires in 20d2y 4mo term, 98% elapsed
Awarded 11 Aug 2024Expires 27 Nov 2026

University of Exeter awarded a contract to Cole-Parmer Instrument Company Limited for the purchase of a Fusion Bead Machine as part of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund project 'Technology Metals Technical Capability Expansion - Phase 1: Minerals Processing'.

The project aims to expand Cornwall and Isles of Scilly technical capability, lower analytical costs and time delays, raise through-put, and accelerate RD&I across the geo-resources sector.

The device includes a minimum 1-year warranty from installation, with options to extend the warranty and include a service contract of up to 5 years.

The contract value is £78,592.8.

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