Mines Saint-Étienne provides companies, startups, and researchers with a set of cutting-edge technological platforms enabling the execution of applied research projects, experimental development, and real-world testing.
These infrastructures cover a variety of fields such as microelectronics, digital simulation, bioelectronics, and the industry of the future. They are open to collaboration, fostering innovation, prototyping, and technology transfer. Mines Saint-Étienne thus offers a complete ecosystem to develop and validate technological solutions within a secure and collaborative environment.
Technological Platforms
These platforms at Mines Saint-Étienne offer companies and researchers access to high-performance infrastructure for innovation in strategic sectors, supporting the development of advanced and sustainable technological solutions.
Diwii
Industry of the Future, Digital Transformation
Diwii is a platform dedicated to Industry 4.0, supporting companies in their digital transformation. It offers solutions for intelligent flow management, connectivity of industrial equipment, and production optimisation through digital technologies.
IoT Center
Prototype, test, and secure connected solutions
A technological platform of Mines Saint-Étienne, the IoT Center supports companies in experimenting and prototyping connected solutions. Located on the Aix-Marseille-Provence campus (Gardanne), it leverages expertise in IoT, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity to help test an idea, develop a POC/MVP, and secure a solution before deployment.
MedTechLab
Future Healthcare, Medical Technologies
The MedTechLab platform focuses on the development of medical devices and digital health solutions. It includes equipment for research in bioelectronics, biomechanics, and health data analysis, enabling researchers and companies to design innovations in diagnostics, patient monitoring, and advanced technologies for personalised medicine.
Cleanroom
Microelectronics, Medical Devices
The Cleanroom is a research platform equipped with ultra-clean facilities for the fabrication and handling of high-precision electronic and medical components. It is used for projects requiring a controlled environment, particularly in microelectronics and bioelectronics.
Associated technological platforms
Manutech USD (Ultrafast Surface Design)
Ultrafast Surface Design
Surface Texturing, Ultrafast Lasers
Manutech USD is a platform dedicated to surface texturing using ultrafast lasers. It provides advanced solutions for material processing, particularly for the creation of functional surfaces in the fields of aerospace, automotive, and healthcare.
Micro-PackS
Micro-packaging, Device Miniaturisation
The Micro-PackS platform is a collaborative infrastructure dedicated to microelectronics, part of the technological ecosystem of the South Region – Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur. Established in 2006 as a non-profit association (under the French law of 1901) and affiliated with the SCS competitiveness cluster (“Secure Communicating Solutions”), Micro-PackS provides companies, startups, and research centers with technical resources and expertise at competitive rates. This platform accelerates the market launch of new products through advanced R&D and prototyping solutions.
Access and Services for Companies
Companies, startups, and academic laboratories can benefit from our platforms for their applied research projects or their technology testing and validation needs.
We offer comprehensive services to support you in your projects.
- Technical Diagnosis and Expertise
Our experts help assess your needs and propose tailored solutions for using the infrastructures. - Equipment Rental
Access to state-of-the-art equipment for prototyping, testing, or specific analyses. - Direct collaboration with the School’s research teams
To co-develop solutions tailored to industrial challenges. - Innovation and Technology Transfer Consultancy
Support to optimise technology transfer and accelerate the market launch of innovations.
Case Studies from Our Platforms
- Development of a Flexible Health Sensor
In partnership with a medical device company, our bioelectronics platform enabled the design and testing of a flexible sensor for real-time patient monitoring. The project included durability testing and clinical trials to ensure the reliability and robustness of the device. - Logistics Optimisation through Digital Twins
A logistics company collaborated with our simulation platform to create a digital twin of its production line. This model made it possible to simulate scenarios, optimise logistics flows, and implement predictive maintenance, thereby improving operational efficiency. - Additive Manufacturing in the Aerospace Sector
WAAM technology was used in our fablab to produce prototypes of lightweight, high-strength aerospace parts that meet industry safety standards. This project enabled the company to rapidly test multiple concepts and reduce production costs.
Access Conditions and Pricing
Access conditions for the technological platforms at Mines Saint-Étienne vary depending on the specific needs of each project.
- One-Off Access
Use of equipment for testing or prototyping sessions. - Annual Subscription
For companies with recurring research or development needs on our platforms. - R&D Collaboration
A tailored option for collaborative research projects requiring involvement from our researchers and extended access to equipment.
Prices Available on Request
Costs are determined based on the equipment and services required. Contact our team for a quote.
Contact Us
For more information about access conditions, pricing, or to discuss your project, feel free to contact us:
- Éric Duflot
Director of Performance and Valorization
Email : eric.duflot@mines-stetienne.fr