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A study by the European Commission JRC confirms the benefits of the Lynred/Umicore thermal technology for the protection of pedestrians in night traffic situations

Olen, Belgium and Grenoble France14th September 2023 -  The joint efforts of Lynred and Umicore in co-developing a cost-compatible uncooled thermal imaging solution to enhance next-generation PAEB (Pedestrian Autonomous Emergency Braking), have reached a significant breakthrough, underpinned by the affirmative findings from the Joint Research...
Waste to energy
DNX® and DNO® catalysts optimize waste-to-energy plants by reducing NOx, CO, VOCs, and toxic dioxins while maintaining high resistance to ammonium bisulfate.
Glass
Umicore’s SCR catalysts efficiently reduce NOx emissions in glass production, while withstanding metal oxide poisoning.
Thermography
Our lightweight, radiometric lens designs enhance thermal cameras, ensuring accurate, reliable performance for applications from electronics to home inspections
Marine
Umicore's DLC-coated lenses enhance infrared tech for marine rescues, offering resistance to salt, fog, and water ingress in harsh environments.
Medical imaging
Umicore offers custom infrared optics for medical imaging, enhancing early detection and diagnosis across various healthcare applications.
Diamond tools
We supply high-performance metal bond powders for diamond tools, enabling precision cutting in natural stone processing, construction & industrial applications.
Paint driers
We offer primary, secondary, and auxiliary paint driers, including cobalt, zirconium, and innovative polymer-based solutions for optimal drying performance.
Net financial debt & funding
Mineral oil replacements
Fatty acid esters provide enhanced stability and lubrication in metalworking fluids, offering effective mineral oil replacements with eco-friendly options.
EU’s selection of Umicore’s germanium projects underline leadership in germanium recycling
The EU Commission selected two Belgian projects, both from Umicore’s EOM business unit confirming our leadership in germanium refining and recycling.
Pharmaceuticals
We provide specialized materials and catalysts for efficient API synthesis, enabling high-quality pharmaceuticals with Grubbs Catalyst® & Buchwald pre-catalysts