VoilaRevolutionize Food Recycling with SOLIDWORKS and 3DEXPERIENCE
At a time when innovation meets sustainability, Voila, a bioengineering company, has risen to the top by cutting its development time by six months thanks to SOLIDWORKS and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Let’s dive into the captivating story of this London-based startup, which has transformed food waste into a valuable resource.
The global challenge of food waste
With nearly one million metric tons of food waste generated each year in the British hospitality sector alone, Voila has embarked on an ambitious mission. The goal? To transform food waste into a valuable resource, thereby contributing to the UK's economy and productivity.
Vuala's innovative solution:
Thanks to discounted licenses available through the offer 3DEXPERIENCE As part of the "Works for Startups" program, Vuala was able to utilize roles such as 3D Creator, 3DSculptor, Collaborative Designer for SOLIDWORKS, Collaborative Industry Innovator, SOLIDWORKS Premium, and 3DSwymer. These tools have enabled the company to streamline its product development, create custom designs in real time, and achieve its sustainability goals.
Tangible results
Founder Anthony Ma, Ph.D., and his son, Abiel Ma, CEO, used the technology to design the Vuala X1. This revolutionary prototype, suitable for both indoor and outdoor use, transforms food waste into «liquid gold.» Vuala has successfully automated the separation of food waste, converting it into raw material for energy production in just a few hours.
Positive environmental impact:
Vuala’s results speak for themselves: preventing 100 % of food waste from ending up in landfills, reducing carbon emissions by 75 % per metric ton of food waste, and aiming for a reduction of 100 million metric tons of CO2 over 10 years. Vuala aspires to make the United Kingdom a global leader in food waste recycling while boosting the country’s economy and productivity.
The crucial role of SOLIDWORKS:
Benefiting from Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE® for Startups program, Vuala received a one-year license to use SOLIDWORKS. With more than 30 iterations in SOLIDWORKS, the company was able to build a prototype of the Vuala X1 quickly and cost-effectively. This technology enabled Vuala to accelerate its design process and significantly reduce development time.
The 3DEXPERIENCE Platform at the Heart of Innovation:
Anthony Ma highlights the crucial role of the cloud in the platform 3DEXPERIENCE. It allows the Vuala team to customize client designs in real time, thereby facilitating communication and instant adjustments to prototypes via mobile devices.
Ohmycad's Commitment to the Environment:
At a time when sustainability is paramount, Ohmycad is aligning itself with this mission by taking eco-friendly initiatives. Its partnership with Reforest Action underscores its commitment to reforestation, thereby contributing to the fight against climate change. To explore this initiative further, Ohmycad interviewed subscribers involved in green technology, highlighting collective efforts to protect the environment.
Vuala managed to turn a global challenge into an innovative opportunity through SOLIDWORKS and the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. This inspiring story shows how technology can play an important role in solving environmental problems. Like Vuala, Ohmycad is actively committed to eco-friendly initiatives, thereby strengthening the community of companies working toward a sustainable future.
For more information on Vuala's history, check out their story at SOLIDWORKS.
