MercuryLab

MercuryLab is a Netherlands-based technology company that provides specialized virtual prototyping software and consultancy services for the design, optimization, and analysis of industrial particle-handling systems. Founded in 2015 as a spin-off from the University of Twente, the company leverages the advanced open-source simulation code MercuryDPM to model complex industrial processes, including mixing, segregation, and powder rheology. Their technical approach integrates advanced algorithms for large size distributions and non-spherical particles, combined with experimental validation techniques, to deliver more accurate and efficient results than traditional prototyping methods.

The company serves industrial clients by helping them accelerate product development, reduce costs, and improve system performance through simulation-based insights. In addition to software tools like their MercuryCloud platform, MercuryLab offers technical consultancy and intensive training courses on discrete particle simulations and software development. Their solutions are used across various manufacturing sectors, such as powder packaging, to address challenging engineering problems and optimize production lines. By bridging the gap between academic expertise and industrial application, MercuryLab provides actionable data that enables partners to refine complex material behavior and physical interactions in real-world equipment.