Ciser, Latin America’s largest fastener manufacturer, the #Colmeia Hub, the innovation center of the H. Carlos Schneider Group, Sebrae Startups—a platform that strengthens early-stage startups by fostering entrepreneurship—and SCM Group, a leader in the wood processing sector, are launching Desafix 4.0. The program will accept applications until April 6 and aims to boost early-stage startups (early-stage) seeking strategic connections with major industries and acceleration for their businesses.
Aware of global industry trends, the fourth edition of Desafix will select up to 20 startups and offer a gamified, fully customized journey focused on developing technological and innovative solutions for the industrial sector.
With a proprietary methodology, in partnership with Walbert Group and FGM Dental Group, the program will allow participants to interact with executives from H. Carlos Schneider Group and other partner industries.
Benefits
Selected startups will have access to personalized mentoring and content, as well as opportunities to expand their presence in the industrial ecosystem. The program offers connections with major companies and the possibility to test solutions in real projects through proof of concept (POC), ensuring brand visibility and access to the #Colmeia Hub’s infrastructure.
Participants will also receive support from over 450 market mentors and additional benefits, such as access to the Sebrae Startups platform, which brings together capacity-building, networking, and business-strengthening initiatives.
Startups developing innovative and strategic solutions for the industry—whether in the early stages of developing new technologies or operating innovative products and processes—are eligible to apply. The program will address six thematic areas: Smart Fastening, Smart Manufacturing, Digital Technology, Industry 4.0, Logistics, and ESG.
Applications for Desafix 4.0 can be submitted until April 6 on the website: https://materiais.hubcolmeia.com.br/desafix-4-0
