Reykjavik-based DTE has announced a strategic partnership with global engineering powerhouse Ramboll to deliver integrated real-time chemical analysis solutions for the aluminum industry. DTE, renowned for its LP-LIBS™ technology that enables in-situ elemental analysis of molten metal, will combine forces with Ramboll’s industrial automation and equipment integration expertise. Together, they aim to streamline production workflows by embedding DTE’s analyzers directly into manufacturing environments—replacing traditional, time-consuming sampling methods. This alliance promises aluminum producers enhanced process control, improved scrap utilization, and greater energy efficiency, marking a major step toward smarter, safer, and more sustainable metal production.
DTE develops real-time chemical analysis solutions for the aluminum industry. The company’s core technology, LP-LIBS™ (Liquid-Phase Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy), allows for the direct analysis of molten metal during production, providing near-instant data on its chemical composition. This method is designed to replace traditional approaches that rely on manual sampling and laboratory testing, which can be slower and less efficient. DTE’s systems are intended to be integrated into industrial processes, offering continuous data to support operational decisions in aluminum manufacturing environments.
Ramboll is a Denmark-founded architecture, engineering, and consultancy firm operating in 35 countries with a workforce of over 18,000 experts. Established in 1945, the company works across sectors including buildings, transport, energy, water, environment, and management consulting. Ramboll focuses on integrating technical expertise with sustainability goals, helping clients adapt to and benefit from the transition to more environmentally responsible practices. The firm supports both standalone and multidisciplinary projects and is actively aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement through its approved science-based climate targets.
By working together, DTE and Ramboll will offer a complete solution for real-time chemical composition analysis, allowing aluminum producers to optimize their processes with precise, in-situ data. DTE’s proprietary LP-LIBS™ technology provides reference-grade elemental analysis directly from molten metal, replacing slow, costly, and manual sampling methods. Ramboll’s deep knowledge of process engineering, robotics, and field services ensures seamless integration into industrial environments.
This collaboration is set to enhance process control capabilities for aluminum producers by integrating DTE’s Molten Metal Analyzers with Ramboll’s expertise in industrial automation and equipment integration.
“This partnership marks a significant step forward in enabling aluminum producers to achieve greater efficiency and sustainability,” said Jakob Ásmundsson, CEO of DTE. “Our work with Ramboll will see our technology integrated into industrial processes, allowing manufacturers to make faster, data-driven decisions that optimize operations and reduce waste.”
Since its founding in 2013, DTE has been at the forefront of digital transformation in the aluminum industry, making production safer, more cost-efficient, and less energy-intensive. Using its proprietary Liquid-Phase Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LP-LIBS™) technology, DTE delivers real-time chemical analysis of molten metal, enabling producers to optimize energy use, improve scrap utilization, and enhance safety through automated sampling.
“We are excited to partner with DTE to bring next-generation metal analysis capabilities to the industry,” said Taylor Rector, Senior Business Development Manager with Ramboll Integrated Equipment in the USA. “Our combined expertise allows us to offer a truly integrated solution that helps aluminum producers enhance their manufacturing processes, improve quality, and support sustainability goals.”
For DTE, this collaboration marks a significant milestone in its expansion strategy, confirming the growing demand for real-time process control solutions in the aluminum sector. By securing a trusted, technically experienced integration partner, DTE is poised to scale its technology more efficiently, ensuring seamless adoption across industrial clients.
Click here to read more news about partnerships.
Read the orginal article: https://arcticstartup.com/dte-and-ramboll-partner/
