An ecosystem for innovation, starting with the medical sector
In the medical field, innovation is not merely a competitive advantage – it is a fundamental requirement. The growing complexity of devices, the regulatory landscape shaped by MDR and FDA frameworks, and the demand for faster, safer development cycles have made it essential to adopt structured processes and industrial-grade methodologies.
To meet these needs, ELEVO hub – the innovation hub of the Elemaster Group, dedicated to start-ups, universities and research centres aiming to turn ideas into products through advanced design, testing and industrialisation services – offers a comprehensive framework for translating concepts into reality. Developed by Eletech, the lead company of the International Design Centers and R&D division of Elemaster Group, ELEVO supports innovation across multiple high-tech sectors, with the medical domain standing out as one of the most advanced areas of application.
From concept to certification: accelerating medical innovation
Medical device development brings a unique set of challenges, from capturing user and clinical requirements to designing safe, compliant, and scalable systems. It involves the integration of embedded electronics, intelligent software, sensing systems and regulatory compliance, all within tight timelines and strict quality frameworks.
In this context, ELEVO hub provides tailored support for medtech start-ups, academic spin-offs and companies looking to accelerate the transition from prototype to product. Thanks to the deep synergy with Elemaster Group’s production capabilities, the same integrated workflow can be adapted for devices across other industries, including Railways, Avionics & Defence, Automation & Energy, and High-Tech Mobility.
For the medical sector, the services available through ELEVO include:
- Hardware and embedded software design
• Functional testing, rapid prototyping and validation with EMC, climatic, insulation, vibration, and shock tests accredited in accordance with the recognized International Standard ISO/IEC 17025:2017
• Documentation and process alignment with IEC 60601, IEC 62304 and ISO 14971 standards
• Industrialisation based on DFM (Design for Manufacturability), DFA (Design for Assembly), and DFT (Design for Testing) principles
This end-to-end methodology ensures that ideas can evolve into certifiable, reliable, and industrially scalable medical devices.
A networked hub with strategic partnerships
ELEVO is more than a technical infrastructure – it is a relational hub connected to a solid network of academic, research and industrial partners. These include the Politecnico di Milano, Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna, University of Florence, CNR, IIT, Bio4Dreams, Kilometrorosso and RoboIT, among others.
This network allows participating innovators to gain access to specialist expertise, intellectual property, shared facilities and public or private funding programmes, particularly useful for medical projects navigating long certification paths or early-stage technical risk.
At the same time, this collaborative structure ensures that the ELEVO model remains flexible and applicable to a wide range of industrial challenges – not only in healthcare, but also in sectors requiring similar levels of technological sophistication and regulatory compliance.
Enabling technology transfer across advanced industries
While medical technology is one of the most active and demanding fields within the hub, ELEVO is structured to serve any project operating at the frontier of embedded design, functional safety and industrialisation. The same processes, tools and strategic mindset applied to a wearable diagnostic device can also support the development of railway safety electronics, avionics modules or automation systems for energy efficiency.
By avoiding rigid sectoral boundaries, ELEVO promotes technology transfer and cross-fertilisation between industries. Teams working on diverse challenges benefit from shared engineering principles, validation environments and access to the production infrastructure of Elemaster Group, ensuring that innovative solutions can reach industrial maturity across different markets.
From research to reliable industrial solutions
ELEVO hub provides a bridge between innovative thinking and industrial realisation. Its proven effectiveness in the medical sector – a field that demands uncompromising rigour – reflects the robustness of its model and the clarity of its mission: to empower innovators with the tools, methodologies and industrial network they need to bring their vision to life.
By combining advanced engineering, regulatory expertise, and scalable production pathways, Eletech and Elemaster Group offer more than just technical support – they enable strategic partnerships focused on reducing complexity, shortening development cycles, and ensuring compliance from day one.
Whether it’s a life-saving medical device or a next-generation control system, ELEVO hub is where high-impact ideas take shape and become tomorrow’s industrial solutions.
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