Our beginnings
Flux245 began life as a Research and Development project within Sylatech, industry-leading experts in the design and manufacture of bespoke components for high-frequency microwave applications, such as surveillance antennas, satellite communication and fire-control radar.
It is our association with Sylatech that underpins our technological innovation. Sylatech are the originators of this unique, cutting-edge, proprietary microwave IP, that lies at the heart of our business.
Who we are
Flux245 Ltd (15834550) is a UK company; incorporated in July 2024 and registered at Kirkdale Road, Kirkbymoorside, York, North Yorkshire, YO62 6PX, UK.
We are a wholly owned subsidiary of Sylatech Ltd (08870148).
Our journey so far
1
2018
Sylatech initiates R&D project to explore how microwave technology could be used to recycle plastic waste.
2
2020
Funding from Innovate UK enables the development of laboratory-scale plant and control system, to achieve proof-of concept.
3
2022
A further Innovate UK grant allows the re-design of the reactor core and the manufacture of pilot-scale plant.
4
2023
Modifications are introduced to improve effectiveness and energy efficiency, achieving TRL5.
5
2024
Lab-scale 50 tonne/yr reactor, successfully delivered. Flux245 Ltd is established with the aim of commercialising the microwave pyrolysis technology.
6
2025
External funding process commences, and collaboration with Centre for Process Engineering (CPI) commences to develop an industrial production prototype.