Västerås, Sweden

Sustainability impact of Hot Isostatic Pressing

Quintus Technologies is the global leader in high pressure technology. The company designs, manufactures, installs, and supports high pressure systems in three main areas: densification of advanced materials, sheet metal forming and high pressure processing for food and beverage innovation, safety, and shelf life. Quintus has delivered over 1,900 systems to customers within industries from energy, medical implants, space, aerospace, automotive and food processing. The company is headquartered in Västerås, Sweden, with a presence in 45 countries worldwide.

Background 

This thesis will focus on the evaluation of the sustainability impact of modern HIP equipment. Key areas of activity will include analysis of current HIP equipment designs, identification of issues and setting a roadmap to reduce environmental impact. The work will include the development of tools to demonstrate the limited LCA impact for operation of the specific equipment and will consider impact of new equipment deliveries. This work will preferably be carried out at the university/institution with frequent visits and contact with Quintus in Västerås.

Task description

Suggested research questions for this Thesis.

  1. How can modelling and measurement be used to develop a product development roadmap for large industrial equipment?
  2. How can impact be presented to users of equipment?
  3. How does the use of this equipment affect the LCA for products that are processed?

 

Suitable background 

Master of Science programme with specialisation in sustainability, materials science, mechanical engineering, additive manufacturing, or metallurgy.

Application Information

The thesis will take place at Quintus office in Västerås.  The thesis is aimed for one or two persons.  Selection will be ongoing so therefore apply as soon as possible. Send your CV together with grades to recruitment@quintusteam.com

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CategoryMaster Thesis
LocationVästerås, Sweden
Due date
2024-12-13
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