700431Merlin - phase 2ClosedGRD Proof of MarketInnovate UKWe seek support for the development of an in-depth market analysis and a robust market strategy for the exploitation of highly versatile, portable equipment for machining, grinding and lapping of gas safety valves to facilitate a total in situ refurbishment solution. We have 30 years experience and a proven track record in the service and repair of gas safety valves in the UK, Europe and Asia. Through our in-house research and development have identified a gap in the market for in-situ repairs which can significantly reduce operational down time in large scale industrial facilities. We are seeking support to investigate a route to development for an prototype machine that has already been proven on a bespoke basis with a selection of our industrial clients. We would like to offer the market a generic tool that can allow in-situ repairs across a range of safety critical infrastructure platforms in the oil, gas and power industries. To achieve this we need to increase the visibility of our company and expand our client base through a programme of targeted visits and attendance at key trade shows, thus we can develop a deeper understanding of the market and the requirements of our primary clients and develop our working prototypes to meet industrial need. The development of a generic repair tool is a challenging idea for our company and would be a step change for our current business, however our strong international profile means we are expertly placed to exploit the current gap in the market.