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“The ICS Technology Gateway is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the ERDF Southern, Eastern & Midland Regional Programme 2021-27

For more information about ERDF: waltoninstitute.ie/erdf

The ICS Technology Gateway is the commercial interface of Walton Institute and is here to support start-ups, micro-SME’s, and scaling SME’s in direct industry projects.

In partnership with Enterprise Ireland, our role is to deliver technology solutions through collaboration on projects which are close to the market needs of the Irish industry.

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Introduction

The ICS (Information and Communication Systems) Technology Gateway at Walton Institute, gives industry access to cutting-edge knowledge and solutions in advanced ICT software assisting companies in the transformation of an idea through to a reality.  

Walton Institute have a research engagement process, to support start-ups, micro-SME’s, scaling SME’s, and multi-nationals which is a proven successful formula for demand-driven, cooperative research and development. From there we can research and address a company’s needs in state-of-the-art-analysis, software design and development for web and mobile, for example, and architecture development.

The ICS Technology Gateway has expertise in the following areas:

  • Digital / Cloud Platforms, Content and Applications
  • Data Analytics, Management, Security and Privacy
  • Immersive Technologies (AR & VR)
  • Future Networks, Communications and Internet of Things
  • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

We understand that you want to be the first to conquer the market with next-generation-technology. Give yourself an edge over your competitors. By partnering with our research and innovation hub in bio communications and digital technologies, industry get quality results, faster.

We can assist with the development of technological solutions applicable to all types of products and services, offering expertise throughout the entire lifecycle of the development process. Research is what defines us. Whether you are seeking individual support or want to work with multiple partners, ICS Technology Gateway can help accelerate the progress of your product or service.

We have leveraged multiple (inter)national supports to develop a suite of test facilities on-site in Carriganore including technologies such as mixed reality, etextiles, satellite communications, 6G communications, quantum technology, and artificial intelligence.

Our case studies range from healthcare, sport and tourism. View our most recent projects here.

The TSSG Technology Gateway at Walton Institute was renamed the ICS Technology Gateway in May 2023.

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Funding Innovation Opportunities

The team has a number of different funding mechanisms to engage with commercial entities.

Innovation Vouchers

The Innovation Voucher programme was developed to build links between Ireland’s public knowledge providers such as Walton Institute and small businesses. Innovation Vouchers worth up to €40,000* combined are available to assist a company or companies to explore a business opportunity or problem with a registered knowledge provider such as the Walton Institute.

From 1st July 2024*:

  • A Standard Innovation Voucher will now provide up to €10,000 to the qualifying company for use with an eligible Knowledge Provider.
  • A Co-funded Voucher will now provide up to €10,000 when matched with the same amount from a qualifying company for use with an eligible Knowledge Provider.
  • Each company will be eligible to 3 Standard and 1 Co-funded Voucher over a rolling 5-year period.
  • The validity period of a Voucher will be extended to 18 months.

Please note that all companies are still liable for the payment of VAT at 23% and any Vouchers issued before the 1st of July 2024 will remain valued at €5,000.

For more information:  https://technologygateway.ie/articles/enterprise-ireland-announce-changes-to-the-innovation-voucher-programme/

 

Innovation Partnership

The IP programme offers financial support to companies who engage in collaborative research projects with ICS Technology Gateway at Walton Institute. Enterprise Ireland provides grants of up to 80% towards eligible costs of the research project. The proposal process and administration of the project is managed by Walton Institute. Walton uses the EI-IP programme to undertake joint research and development, which has a high degree of risk with EI HPSUs, large Irish companies and multinationals located in Ireland.

Commercial Fund

The aim of the Commercialisation Fund Programme is to improve the competitiveness of the Irish economy through the creation of technology-based start-up companies and the transfer of innovations developed in Higher Education Institutes and Research Performing Organisations to industry in Ireland.

The programme will fund the development of innovations at all stages of the commercial pipeline to the point where they can be commercialised as new products, services and companies.

The ICS Technology Gateway engages in contract research to solve specific technical challenges for Irish companies. These projects are typically undertaken by companies that they can gain access to research knowledge in a quicker timeframe.

The Walton Institute also engages in consulting to specific research, technical or knowledge challenges for Irish companies. Consulting engagements tend to be high-value engagements using Walton researchers to examine specific issues and make recommendations.

The Technology Gateway can also advise on larger project grants, utilising European Union funds for SMEs and fast track to innovation funds for micro-SMEs. The team can help navigate the multitude of grants on offer and help find collaborators from across the EU.

Visit our project page for more on our EU projects
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Technology Licensing

Technology Licensing in SETU is managed through the Technology Transfer Office (TTO). It is the TTO that licenses the outputs of EI-IPs to the partner companies. In addition, Walton Institute develops service frameworks and technologies independent of partner companies through the EI Commercialisation Fund and the European Commission Framework programme and Walton Institute works hand-in-hand with the TTO to identify opportunities to license these frameworks to Irish industry or to Irish entrepreneurs to help create new start-ups.

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Industry Testbeds

Walton Institute offers companies access to cutting edge living lab infrastructure. funded by Enterprise Ireland Capital Call since 2019. These state-of-the-art labs are open to organisations of all sizes, from start-up to scale, with opportunities to test innovations, apply use cases or to receive bespoke training in a particular piece of equipment. Contact the Technology Gateway team to arrange a visit.

View our testbeds and labs
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Walton Institute’s Mixed Reality Lab offers an all-in-one space for exploring the use of interactive technologies and tools. This enables clients and collaborators to not only become familiar with the technology but also, with the aid of Walton Institute’s AR/VR team, to investigate how these technologies and concepts may be used to benefit their business and research used.

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The Smart Material and e-Textile Innovation Laboratory opens new collaborative opportunities for smart material and smart garment prototype concept creation.

 

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Satellite Communications testbed aims to support sectors using high precision tracking and monitoring for autonomous vehicles and robotics in agri, automotive, geo surveying, navigation, Geographic Information System (GIS) and any location-based services.

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The Quantum Security Testbed consists of multiple banking grade security systems leveraging quantum technologies that industry can utilise and manipulate to create novel identity and data protection solutions.

Spinouts

Walton Institute have a proven track record in supporting high potential start-up companies in the South East leading to the creation of over 17 spin-out and spin-in companies.

  • LiquidEdge
  • Fuseami
  • Kodacall
  • FeedHenry
  • GoMoNews
  • Visibility Mobile
  • ZolkC
  • Hash6
  • Headway Software
  • Our Digital Universe
  • Nubiq Technologies Group
  • Aceno Mobile Services
  • Waterford Technologies