State-of-the-Art Facilities for Industry 5.0 Innovation
Welcome to the TEST BEFORE INVEST Facility, in Koropi of Attica
Nestled in Koropi, Attica, the TEST BEFORE INVEST Facility – developed by the I-SENSE Research Group of ICCS/NTUA – is Athens’ premier industrial innovation hub for prototyping, validating and scaling advanced technologies in realistic production-like environments.
We empower companies, start-ups and researchers to test before they invest. Here, you’ll find state-of-the-art laboratories, robotics and AI platforms, smart sensing infrastructure and immersive collaboration spaces – all designed to bring your innovation from concept to deployment with minimal risk.
With direct access to expert researchers, industrial-grade infrastructure and an environment modelled on real-world operations, you’re able to:
- Prototype and refine your solution under near-real industrial conditions.
- Validate performance, interoperability and scalability before full investment.
- Collaborate seamlessly with academic experts, industry mentors and innovation partners.
Located in an industrial zone with modern infrastructure, the facility stands as a landmark investment-ready innovation environment in Greece.
Join us to bridge the gap between research and market, transform your vision into tangible results – and invest only after you are ready.
Whether you’re a Greek enterprise aiming to leap into Industry 5.0, a spin-off seeking validation or a researcher looking to transition to industrial application, the TEST BEFORE INVEST Facility offers the environment you need.
Equipment & Infrastructure
The Koropi facility hosts world-class laboratories and state-of-the-art equipment designed for Industry 5.0 applications, including:
Smart Sorting Systems – Utilizing artificial intelligence and deep learning for material classification through multispectral, hyperspectral, optical, and X-ray data.
Industrial Sorters – Dedicated lines for different material categories (C&D waste, wood, plastics, metals, glass), enabling realistic process testing and optimization.
Lab-Scale Testing Line – AI-driven, multi-sensor systems with modular, flexible design and robotic handling units for experimentation, adaptation, and prototype development.
Robotics & AGVs – Including fixed robotic arms, collaborative robots (cobots), and delta robots equipped with edge-processing units for intelligent automation and control.
XR-Based Collaborative Environments – Immersive research and training spaces supporting human–machine interaction and cross-disciplinary innovation.
