Fidimec is a Belgium-based venture capital firm that offers investment and incubation services for seed stage startups.

Fidimec

PMV is a do and dare company that is shaping the future of the Flemish economy. It provides funding for promising companies' businesses, from the day they first open their doors, through their various growth stages and even on to operating internationally. Working with and for the government and other partners, PMV implements projects that are important for prosperity and well-being in Flanders. PMV is convinced that entrepreneurship is crucial for the development of a prosperous future for Flanders and everyone who lives there. It firmly believes that every promising enterprise project in Flanders needs to find funding – but also that every business needs to be profitable in order to be sustainable. Which is why PMV and the companies and projects in which it invests must be profitable in the end.

Imec.xpand is an independently managed, game-changing way to enable early-stage nano electronics-based innovation powered by imec, the world-leading R&D hub for nanoelectronics and digital technology.

imec.xpand

FPIM aims to separate the chaff from the wheat, to clarify the difference between utilization of nutritional supplements and the apocryphal.

FPIM

The KBC Focus Fund contains two compartments. The first compartment was created to provide seed capital to selected companies from Start it @kbc. A second compartment looks at companies in Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands and U.K. in the domains of advanced technology. We look for growth companies in nanotechnology, microelectronics and IoT.

KBC Focus Fund

KBC Private Equity - the investment company of KBC Group - provides development capital and finances buy-outs to medium-sized companies in Belgium and in Central and Eastern Europe, KBC's home markets. Boasting an experienced team of 28 people, it has more than 60 active investments in portfolio with a market value in excess of EUR 400 million.  KBC Private Equity aims to become one of the leading private equity providers on KBC Group's home markets. As an active shareholder with a long-term perspective, KBC Private Equity is involved in taking strategic decisions and providing support to management teams.

Imec* is a world-leading independent research center in nanoelectronics and nanotechnology.   Imec is headquartered in Leuven, Belgium, and has offices in Belgium, the Netherlands, Taiwan, US, China and Japan.  Its staff of more than 1,650 people include over 550 industrial residents and guest researchers. In 2008, imec's revenue (P&L) was 270 million euro.  Imec's More Moore research targets semiconductor scaling for the 22nm technology node and beyond. With its More than Moore research, imec invents technology for nomadic embedded systems, wireless autonomous transducer solutions, biomedical electronics, photovoltaics, organic electronics and GaN power electronics.   Imec's research bridges the gap between the fundamental research at universities and R&D in the industry. It has unique processing and system know-how, intellectual property portfolio, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and a strong and worldwide network position. This makes imec a key partner for shaping the technology of the future.  *imec is a registered trademark for the activities of imec International (a legal entity set up under Belgian law as a ''stichting van openbaar nutâ€), imec Belgium (imec vzw supported by the Flemish Government), imec the Netherlands (Stichting imec Nederland, part of Holst Centre which is supported by the Dutch Government) and imec Taiwan (imec Taiwan Co.).

imec

SFPIM investment firm that invests in technology and infrastructure.

SFPIM

MICLEDI Microdisplays

MICLEDI Microdisplays is a fabless microLED display developer for the Augmented Reality (AR) market. Its technology is based on an innovative combination of III/V materials processing, 3D integration, and 300mm Si-based processing in conjunction with a proprietary ASIC to provide a self-contained, compact monolithic AR display with high image quality and power efficiency.

MICLEDI Microdisplays is a fabless developer of microLED display modules focused on the augmented reality (AR) market. The company was spun out from IMEC, a Belgian R&amp;D center, in 2019. MICLEDI's core technology combines III/V materials processing, 3D integration, and 300mm silicon-based processing to create compact monolithic AR displays with high image quality and power efficiency. The company has developed what it claims is the world's first solution for microLED manufacturing on a 300mm CMOS line, allowing integration of both the controller ASIC and emitter module on a single 300mm wafer.

Kopin Corporation and MICLEDI Microdisplays Announce Agreement to Collaborate on microLED Displays for Next Generation Vision Solutions

MICLEDI Microdisplays and Kura Technologies Announce Partnership on Custom Micro-LED Display for Ultra High-Performance AR glasses, Scaling with Partners Including GlobalFoundries and TSMC

MICLEDI Microdisplays Raises Series A Funding to Advance Best-in-Class microLED Display Design and Manufacturing

MICLEDI Microdisplays Announces Formation of US Subsidiary MICLEDI USA Corp

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Micledi grabs $25 million to make microLED displays for AR

MICLEDI Introduces New Family of MicroLED Devices with Integrated Micro-lenses

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MICLEDI Microdisplays, a company spun out from Belgian R&amp;D center imec, is a fabless developer of microLED display modules for AR glasses. MICLEDI’s technology is based on a combination of III/V materials processing, 3D integration, and 300 mm silicon-based processing combined with a proprietary ASIC. Notably, the company claims that its wafer reconstitution procedure allows the low-cost mass production of microLED display modules.

Technologies bringing about a new reality

Extended Reality

Micledi Microdisplays Raises Series A Funding

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To develop advanced microLED displays for Augmented Reality, catering to defense, enterprise, consumer, and medical sectors.

Companies developing XR headsets and relevant sub-components (displays, sensors, and processors). Also includes complementary XR hardware (tracking devices, haptic vests, and gloves)

MICLEDI Microdisplays, a company spun out from Belgian R&amp;D center imec, is a fabless developer of microLED display modules for AR glasses. MICLEDI’s technology is based on a combination of III/V materials processing, 3D integration, and 300 mm silicon-based processing combined with a proprietary ASIC. Notably, the company claims that its wafer reconstitution procedure allows the low-cost mass production of microLED display modules.&nbsp;The company sought to introduce full-color modules with active backplanes using quantum dot filtering in Q2 2024. The microLED displays would offer a display resolution between 2K-4K, 10 million nits of brightness, be optimized for the color spectrum, and have a low power consumption. Furthermore, MICLEDI planned to introduce full-color RGB by stacking individual red, green, and blue wafers in the future.Key customers and partnershipsIn January 2024, MICLEDI partnered with Kopin to design, develop, and manufacture microLED displays for AR experiences, capable of being used in high-brightness light conditions.Funding and financialsIn March 2024, MICLEDI raised USD 25 million in a Series A funding round, with participation from imec.xpand, PMV, and other investors. The funds were earmarked to expand its team, design and build an active backplane ASIC, and create fully functional microLED display modules for use in AR displays.

MICLEDI Microdisplays, a company spun out from Belgian R&amp;D center imec, is a fabless developer of microLED display modules for AR glasses. MICLEDI’s technology is based on a combination of III/V materials processing, 3D integration, and 300 mm silicon-based processing combined with a proprietary ASIC. Notably, the company claims that its wafer reconstitution procedure allows the low-cost mass production of microLED display modules.The company sought to introduce full-color modules with active backplanes using quantum dot filtering in Q2 2024. The microLED displays would offer a display resolution between 2K-4K, 10 million nits of brightness, be optimized for the color spectrum, and have a low power consumption. Furthermore, MICLEDI planned to introduce full-color RGB by stacking individual red, green, and blue wafers in the future.Key customers and partnershipsIn January 2024, MICLEDI partnered with Kopin to design, develop, and manufacture microLED displays for AR experiences, capable of being used in high-brightness light conditions.Funding and financialsIn March 2024, MICLEDI raised USD 25 million in a Series A funding round, with participation from imec.xpand, PMV, and other investors. The funds were earmarked to expand its team, design and build an active backplane ASIC, and create fully functional microLED display modules for use in AR displays.

Interplay Learning (Interplay) provides on-demand, interactive, and hands-on simulation learning courses for skilled trades, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, solar, and facilities maintenance, through VR, mobile, and desktop applications. The learning courses also include simulated walkthrough videos where experts lead users through procedure guides methodically, with knowledge testing features and additional learning material such as wiring diagrams, equations, sample system configs, and charts at the end of each lesson. The platform also enables managers to track user progress.The company operates a subscription-based model with monthly packages for individuals (USD 54) and teams (USD 229), alongside a custom plan for larger organizations.In <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/33810">September 2024</a>, the company acquired Industrial Training International (ITI), enabling the company to provide immersive simulation training solutions for crane and rigging operations across various job sites.Key customers and partnershipsNotable customers include Tesla and Rheem Manufacturing. Interplay’s customer usage rose by 445% YoY in 2020. As of February 2021, the platform had over 2,000 customers and 110,000 users across the US.

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Switzerland-based WayRay develops holographic AR technology and hardware for the automobile sector. Its technology is used in head-up displays (HUDs) that project images into a driver’s field of vision to assist with navigation. Although its initial focus was on developing HUDs that can be purchased and installed in any vehicle, it has since pivoted to producing embedded HUD systems (i.e., hardware built into vehicles). WayRay’s HUDs are considered to provide a wider field of vision and combine data (location and mapping information) with vision data to generate images by projecting a laser beam through a Picture Generating Unit (PGU) onto a Holographic Optical Element (HOE).&nbsp;In <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/18537">May 2023</a>, WayRay announced integration of its AR displays into Tesla Model 3's in Switzerland, with plans to follow shortly afterwards in the US. Previously, in September 2021 the company launched its deep reality system that replaces the traditional car dashboard. In addition, WayRay launched “The Holograktor” dubbed the first “metaverse on wheels”, which can be driven conventionally or using a remote control via a 5G and satellite connection (November 2021).&nbsp;The company’s founder and CEO, Vitaly Ponomarev, identified that its systems are more advanced, backed by more patents, and potentially 20x smaller than comparable devices in the market. WayRay’s HQ in Switzerland also acts as a product design and development hub, while its R&amp;D center and prototyping factory are based in Russia.&nbsp;Key customers and partnershipsThe company is backed by strategic investors such as luxury automaker Porsche, which highlighted the management’s expertise in space engineering, hardware, and software development as key reasons for its investment, Hyundai Motor Co., and Alibaba. It is also notable that these investors, particularly Hyundai, are looking at ways to potentially use WayRay’s technology to offer more services in the future. For instance, Hyundai believed that the technology could be used for smart cities and smart buildings, which are its new areas of interest.WayRay partnered with Karma Automotive, a producer of luxury electric vehicles, in December 2021 to support the implementation of its HUDs into their test fleet. Moreover, it partnered with a leader in designing and manufacturing specialty glass, AGP eGlass, in September 2021 to further proliferate its technology.&nbsp; Funding and financialsIt was reported in April 2021 that the company is considering a public listing at a USD 2 billion valuation via a SPAC, although no further updates on this have been announced as at January 2024.&nbsp;

WayRay

AmazeVR initially focused on developing VR technologies but pivoted to VR concerts in late 2019. The concerts are backed by proprietary 9K cameras and software that automate complex VR concert visual effects that run on more than 100 headsets simultaneously. Users join and hang out with other users as avatars while experiencing VR concerts. It intends to bring VR concerts by major artists to theaters and eventually, homes.AmazeVR rolled out its first commercial VR concert, which will feature 3x Grammy winner Megan Thee Stallion, in 2022. The artist is expected to tour select AMC Theaters across the US. It is also in the final stages of closing deals with its second and third artists. AmazeVR also revealed plans to release weekly content by 2024 in theaters and for at-home viewers.In <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/20145">July 2023</a>, AmazeVR launched its official AmazeVR Concerts app, featuring an exclusive VR concert from Swedish pop star, Zara Larsson. The app is available on major VR app stores, and the exclusive Zara Larsson VR concert can be accessed for a year at a launch price of USD 6.99. AmazeVR also produces and monetizes VR content on a subscription basis.As of August 2023, the company was in the process of producing and releasing mixed reality concerts by overlaying virtual elements onto live, real-world video.Funding and financialsThe company’s most recent funding was in <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/13338">September 2022</a>, when it raised USD 17 million in a Series B funding round led by Mirae Asset Capital. The fresh funds were allocated to expand partnerships with artists, artist management companies, labels, publishers, and agencies.

AmazeVR

Dispelix, based in Finland, designs and manufactures single-layer, full-color waveguide displays, a thin (about 1mm) transparent element that takes in a projected image and relays it to the eye, using a nanophotonics-based approach catering to AR applications (e.g., smart glasses). It uses laser beam scanning technology to render laser-sharp images with a gamut of color palettes, which are displayed using beam-combiner technology. Its patented and proprietary approach includes diffractive surface relief gratings, which are elements used for high-power laser applications, fabricated on high refractive index glass wafers that enhance field-of-view and image quality.The company had a total of more than 40 granted or pending patent families as of November 2021. Its product line, Dispelix DPX, includes Dispelix DPX - Ohut, Dispelix DPX - Selva, and Dispelix DPX - Sade with a varying degree of field of view, form factor, and weight. According to Co-Founder and CTO Juuso Olkkonen, its displays are the lightest and thinnest in the market.Key customers and partnerships 1) Collins Aerospace: to integrate Dispelix's advanced AR displays into Collins Aerospace's products (November 2024)2) Foxconn and Pegatron: to create reference designs for AR glasses based on its Selvä waveguide display (October 2023)&nbsp;3) VividQ: created a “waveguide combiner” which accurately displays variable-depth 3D content in a user’s environment (January 2023)4) ColorChip and Maradin: To further Light Beam Scanning (LBS) solutions for AR glasses (October 2022)5) Jade Bird Displays: To develop multiple reference designs for AR devices (June 2022)6) AAC Technologies: To improve waveguide displays for the AR and MR industry (March 2022)7) OQmented: for the development and commercialization of MEMS-based LBS technology (November 2021)8) Coretronic: To develop a range of AR optical module solutions (December 2020)9) Hoya Corporation: To improve quality of waveguide displays (November 2020)Funding and financialsIn its most recent funding round (November 2021), Dispelix raised USD 33 million in a Series B funding round co-led by Atlantic Bridge, CCB Trust, and Flashpoint with participation from Lifeline Ventures, VTT Ventures, and 3M Ventures. The funds were allocated to product development. It revealed that several OEM customers were slated to integrate its technology into their consumer offerings by 2023.&nbsp;

Dispelix

DigiLens is a developer of holographic waveguides, which is a clear, thin piece of glass or plastic, used for AR devices. In January 2023, the company launched ARGO, an XR smartglass designed for enterprise and industrial use, the first AR device to utilize Qualcomm’s SnapDragon XR2 platform. Other specifications included 6-degrees of freedom (6-DoF) tracking, a 30-degree field-of-view, spatial audio, a 48MP RGB camera, voice and gaze recognition, access to real-time data visualizations, and a 2,500-nits HD display.&nbsp;The company’s first product, the DigiLens Crystal was introduced in 2019, was a thin-film laser-etched photopolymer embedded with microscopic holograms of mirror-like optics. By projecting a micro display to one end of the lens and another set of optics working to guide the light wave toward the eye, this proved to be an ideal piece of hardware for AR devices, which are preferred with as little hardware as possible.&nbsp;It claims that its patented optical platform and photopolymer technology coupled with a holographic copy manufacturing process enable it to produce cheaper and more scalable solutions. In <a href="https://sp-edge.com/updates/17598">April 2023</a>, the company announced the launch of SRG+, a surface relief gratings product that improves upon its waveguide technology.The company generates revenue by licensing its technology across a range of industries including the automobile, enterprise, consumer, avionics, and military sectors. DigiLens also offers a white-label solution for automotive companies whereby it creates holographic waveguides for windshields that could offer in-cabin experiences for drivers.&nbsp;&nbsp; Key customers and partnershipsKey partnerships include that with1) Phantom Technologies: - Phantom Technology: To integrate Phantom's CASSI Spatial AI assistant into the DigiLens ARGO glasses, providing features such as spatial search, a contextual assistant, and task management using voice commands (October 2023)2) Wisear: To integrate its neural interface-powered earphones with the ARGO smart glasses (May 2023)3) Mojo Vision: To utilize Mojo Vision's micro-LED technology to build improved AR glasses (May 2023)4) Taqtile: To integrate the company's ARGO smart glasses with Taqtile's AR work platform, Manifest (May 2023)5) OMNIVISION: To develop new XR product offerings (January 2023)Other partnerships include that with OMNIVISION (January 2023), a leading global developer of semiconductor solutions to develop new XR product offerings. OMNIVISION’s liquid crystal on silicon (LCOS) panels allowed DigiLens to build LCOS/LED projectors optimized for its holographic waveguides. OMNIVISION's core camera technology provides DigiLens' devices with features such as visual odometry and six degrees of freedom.&nbsp;DigiLens also works with Taiwanese licensed waveguide manufacturer Young Optics, Chinese original design manufacturer and electronics supplier Malata, Korean display manufacturer Sekonix, international technology company Continental, Chinese optical elements manufacturer Crystal Optech, and Mitsubishi Chemical.&nbsp;Funding and financialsIn April 2022, DigiLens announced the second close of its Series D funding round (intiial close in November 2021) in which it raised USD 50 million at a valuation of USD 530 million. The funds were allocated for the development of DesignV1, its second-generation product.

DigiLens

Companies offering engines that enable the development of AR/VR content, also includes companies offering capabilities to capture and create 3D images for immersive environments

Companies offering AR/VR solutions or toolkits for specific industry applications, including VR game developers

Companies offering location-based AR/VR experiences

AR/VR platforms offer remote assistance to field experts and headset manufacturers facilitate virtual work

Some solutions in the "content" segment are offered under a B2B SaaS model

Headsets and content segments provide the building blocks for the metaverse

AR, VR, and MR are the primary enabling technologies for the XR industry

MICLEDI Microdisplays is a fabless developer of microLED display modules focused on the augmented reality (AR) market. The company was spun out from IMEC, a Belgian R&D center, in 2019. MICLEDI's core technology combines III/V materials processing, 3D integration, and 300mm silicon-based processing to create compact monolithic AR displays with high image quality and power efficiency. The company has developed what it claims is the world's first solution for microLED manufacturing on a 300mm CMOS line, allowing integration of both the controller ASIC and emitter module on a single 300mm wafer.
MICLEDI's product portfolio includes ultra-small microLED arrays in blue, green, and red, with pixel pitches down to sub-3.0 microns. In August 2022, the company introduced microLED devices with integrated micro-lenses for pixel-level beam shaping, aimed at improving power efficiency and optimizing waveguide in-coupling for AR glasses. MICLEDI also offers a modeling platform for micro-lens customization, allowing customers to design specific configurations for their waveguide systems.
As of March 2024, MICLEDI had secured nearly USD 30 million in total funding. The company plans to use its latest Series A funding to expand its team, design and build an active backplane ASIC, and create a fully-functional microLED display module for AR glasses. MICLEDI aims to have full-color modules with active backplane addressing available in 2024, along with its first demo AR glasses in the second quarter of the year.
Key customers and partnerships
MICLEDI has established strategic partnerships with several key players in the semiconductor and AR industries. In January 2024, the company announced a collaboration with Kopin Corporation to design, develop, and manufacture advanced microLED displays for high-performance applications in defense, enterprise, consumer, and medical systems.
MICLEDI also has a partnership with Kura Technologies to manufacture AR glasses incorporating MICLEDI's microLED displays. This collaboration aims to enable the production of high-performance AR glasses at scale, with Kura leveraging MICLEDI's technology for its proprietary AR headset architecture.
The company has agreements with IQE plc for wafer supply and with GlobalFoundries for transferring its microLED manufacturing process into GlobalFoundries' CMOS fab. These partnerships are crucial for MICLEDI's fabless business model and its ability to scale production for commercial applications.

Varjo is a Finnish company specializing in advanced virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and mixed reality (XR) technologies for professional and enterprise use. Founded in 2016, Varjo develops high-resolution VR/XR headsets and software solutions that aim to merge virtual and real worlds with human-eye resolution. The company's flagship product, the XR-4 headset, launched in November 2023, features 4K displays, a 50% wider field of view compared to previous models, and two 20-megapixel cameras for mixed reality capabilities. Varjo's technology enables professionals in industries such as automotive, aerospace, and engineering to work in immersive 3D environments with unprecedented visual clarity.
Varjo's business model focuses on providing enterprise-grade VR/XR solutions for industrial applications rather than consumer markets. The company offers its headsets through direct sales and a network of over 40 international distributors. In 2022, Varjo reported net sales of EUR 22.7 million, more than doubling its revenue from the previous year. The company has also introduced innovative services like Teleport, which allows users to create and share photorealistic virtual recreations of real-world locations using an iPhone.
In June 2022, Varjo launched its Reality Cloud service, enabling cloud-based streaming of XR content for improved collaboration among remote users. The company has made several technological advancements, including the development of eye-tracking technology and human-eye resolution displays. Varjo's products support popular third-party VR/XR software and come with enterprise-grade customer support.
Key customers and partnerships
Varjo's customer base includes leading companies across various industries. In the automotive sector, 15 of the world's 20 largest manufacturers use Varjo's technology, including Volvo Cars, Audi, and Kia. The aerospace industry is another key market for Varjo, with Boeing utilizing its products for simulation and pilot training, including the Starliner program with NASA.
Approximately 25% of Fortune 100 companies in the US were using Varjo's VR/XR technology. The company has also secured the US Armed Forces as a customer for training helicopter pilots. In the aviation industry, Varjo partnered with both Airbus and Boeing, and in 2021, the European Union Aviation Safety Agency registered its first official virtual reality-based aviation training using Varjo's headsets.

Varjo

Pimax is a Chinese virtual reality (VR) hardware company founded in 2015 that specializes in developing high-end VR headsets. The company's core focus is on producing VR headsets with wide fields of view and high resolutions that exceed those of mainstream competitors. Pimax's flagship products include the Crystal and Reality 12K QLED headsets, which boast features like 5760x2880 pixel displays, 200-degree fields of view, and aspheric glass lenses for improved visual clarity. The company utilizes technologies such as QLED and Mini LED displays, eye tracking, and dynamic foveated rendering in its devices. Pimax headsets are primarily designed for PC-based VR experiences, though some models also offer standalone capabilities. The company aims to provide immersive experiences for applications like flight simulators, racing games, and other graphically-intensive VR content. As of 2024, Pimax has offices in multiple countries including the US, Sweden, and China, with its own manufacturing facilities in China. The company employs over 300 people across its global operations.
Key customers and partnerships
Pimax's products are targeted at VR enthusiasts and professionals seeking high-fidelity visual experiences. The company has partnered with Tobii to integrate eye-tracking technology into its headsets. Pimax also collaborates with game developers to optimize titles for its wide field of view displays, including racing simulators like iRacing and flight sims such as DCS World and Microsoft Flight Simulator. In December 2023, Pimax showcased its upcoming handheld gaming device called Portal, designed to play Steam games. Pimax works to serve both individual consumers and enterprise customers with its VR hardware offerings.

Pimax

Dispelix is a leading developer and manufacturer of see-through waveguide displays for extended reality (XR) applications. The company specializes in designing and producing advanced waveguide combiners, particularly single-layer, full-color waveguides for augmented reality (AR) and mixed reality (MR) wearables. Dispelix's flagship product is the Selvä, a thin and light waveguide that delivers bright and sharp full-color images while maintaining visual comfort for users. The Selvä is compatible with various projector types, including DLP, MicroLED, and LCoS.
Founded in Finland, Dispelix leverages the country's strong optics expertise and heritage. The company's technology is based on nanophotonics and diffractive waveguide design, allowing for the creation of compact and lightweight AR displays suitable for everyday use. Dispelix has developed patented DPX waveguides that offer high image quality, performance, and visual fidelity. As of 2021, the company had 43 granted or pending patent families, demonstrating its commitment to innovation in the field.
Dispelix's waveguides are designed to overcome one of the major challenges in AR adoption: the bulkiness of optical components. By creating thin and lightweight waveguides, the company aims to enable the development of AR glasses that are comfortable and socially acceptable for all-day wear. The large eyebox of Dispelix's waveguides ensures users can easily keep virtual content in their field of vision, while the bright image allows for comfortable use both indoors and outdoors.
In addition to waveguide development, Dispelix collaborates with various partners to create reference designs for AR glasses. These designs serve as complete concept versions that can be quickly put into mass production, allowing OEMs and ODMs to enter the AR market more efficiently.

Visionect is a world-leading e-paper company that designs and develops digital signage solutions. Founded in 2007, the company specializes in creating workspace coordination and management systems based on e-paper devices for various environments, from meeting rooms to parking lots. Visionect's technology is known for its ultra-low power consumption, ease of installation, and simplicity of use, leveraging over a decade of experience and market leadership. The company's flagship product is Joan, a room scheduling and workplace management solution that has evolved from a business meeting room booking service to a comprehensive workspace management system.
In 2021, Visionect introduced Joan 32, the newest addition to its e-paper sign solutions for corporate environments. Joan 32 is a completely wireless system that can be set up in minutes and uses 99% less power than conventional digital displays. This digital signage system is designed to maintain harmony in corporate culture by displaying synchronized announcements and essential daily information. Joan 32 is suitable for various settings, including offices, boardrooms, hotels, airports, restaurants, shops, hospitals, banks, museums, and schools.
Key customers and partnerships
Visionect's Joan devices are used by leading organizations and companies worldwide, including Microsoft, NASA, Samsung, and Amazon. The company has positioned itself as a primary partner for travelers, airports, and airlines by offering sustainable, tailor-made, and affordable transport solutions. Visionect's commitment to simplicity and ease of use is evident in all its solutions, making it a preferred choice for businesses looking to optimize their workspace management and digital signage needs.

Visionect

Papercast specializes in e-paper display technology, primarily focusing on real-time passenger information (RTPI) systems for public transportation. The company's core product is a range of solar-powered, wireless e-paper displays that utilize E-Ink technology. These displays come in various sizes, including 13-inch, 32-inch, and 42-inch options, designed for both indoor and outdoor use. Papercast's e-paper displays offer high contrast, 16-grey-scale HD resolution, and are readable from any angle, even in direct sunlight. The displays feature integrated LED illumination for nighttime visibility.
In March 2024, Papercast introduced a new e-paper display with an integrated battery capable of lasting over three years on a single charge. This innovation was made possible by a new e-paper driver board developed in-house, which offers 3.3 times better power efficiency compared to other e-paper signage solutions. The company claims this makes their displays 140 times more efficient than LCD displays and 250 times more efficient than traditional LED displays commonly found at bus stops. Papercast's displays can operate in temperatures ranging from -15 to +85 degrees Celsius.
The company's displays are housed in ruggedized IP65-rated enclosures made from extruded aluminum with toughened laminated anti-vandal, anti-scratch front glass. They feature a secure fixing mechanism and an integrated accelerometer. Papercast's technology allows for easy installation, with displays capable of being mounted within minutes and operated entirely off-grid.
Papercast's displays connect to a cloud-based content management system via 3G or Wi-Fi. This platform, designed specifically for transit agencies, offers integration with various systems and data sources. The company's focus on low power consumption and solar power capabilities aligns with its commitment to sustainability and cost-efficiency in the public transport sector.
Key customers and partnerships
In May 2023, Papercast partnered with Solotech, an audiovisual technology firm, to accelerate the distribution of its ePaper displays to North American transportation entities. The partnership's initial focus was on promoting Papercast's battery- and solar-powered ePaper displays for bus stations.

Papercast

Companies that develop displays with versatile form factors that are bendable/foldable

Companies that develop displays that can project 3D images in mid-air, without requiring any special glasses or viewing devices

Companies that develop displays that are designed to mimic the appearance of ink on paper

Companies that develop displays that can be integrated into AR/VR headsets or smart glasses. This also includes transparent displays that can display information while maintaining transparency

Companies that develop displays that are alternatives to more traditional LED/LCD technology. They cover a range of light-emitting technologies including OLED, QLED, and MicroLED

Companies that develop displays that can provide tactile or haptic feedback to users, simulating the sensation of touch

Companies that develop displays that are ideal for ultra-short throw (UST) projectors that require limited space and wide viewing angles

To use advanced printing technologies to manufacture display substrates and bring cost efficiencies to the process

To bring cost efficiencies to the manufacturing process

Immersive displays such as AR/VR headsets or smart glasses are used for creating immersive experiences

Enables the creation of flexible and foldable displays by allowing the placement of smart displays on a variety of new types of devices

Biodegradable as well as self-powered and energy-harvesting displays are emerging areas of display technology

Uses sophisticated printing technologies for producing advanced display substrates and for infusing new display technologies in a cost-efficient manner

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 Micledi Microdisplays BV, a Belgium-based microLED startup, has raised approximately USD 25 million in a Series A funding round. Investors include imec.xpand, PMV, imec, KBC, and SFPIM, bringing the company's total funding to around USD 30 million.
 The funds will be used for team expansion, designing and building an active backplane ASIC, and creating fully functional microLED display modules for use in AR displays.
 Established in 2019, Micledi Microdisplays is a fabless developer of microLED display modules and was spun out from the Belgian R&amp;D center imec. The company's technology combines III/V materials processing, 3D integration, and 300 mm silicon-based processing with a proprietary ASIC. They plan to introduce full-color modules with active backplanes utilizing quantum dot filtering in the second quarter of 2024.
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