ABOUT MILDTECH

Engineering a New Generation of Microwave Processing

Mildtech is a UK technology company developing solid-state microwave and vacuum systems for precise drying, heating and thermal processing across food, biological and industrial applications.

WHO WE ARE

A UK Technology Company with a Clear Purpose

Mildtech develops and supplies industrial solid-state microwave and vacuum processing systems for drying, heating and thermal processing. Our technology is designed around precise control of energy delivery, helping customers develop and scale processes across food, natural ingredients, biological materials and industrial applications.

From early-stage feasibility work to commercial equipment, we focus on turning microwave processing into practical, scalable solutions.
THE MILDTECH JOURNEY

From Research to Commercial Technology

Mildtech’s journey from research and prototype development to industrial scale-up and international growth.
8 YEARS OF R&D

Early technology development

Early R&D began on solid-state microwave processing, laying the technical foundation for Mildtech’s future platform.

2022

Mildtech UK Ltd established

Mildtech UK Ltd was established in December 2022 to commercialise the technology, with all IP owned by the company and patents submitted.
2023

Innovate UK Funding

Mildtech secured Innovate UK funding with Harper Adams University to help develop the technology towards industrial-scale food processing.
2024

First commercial sales

The first Mildtech machines were sold, marking the transition from development into commercial deployment.
ALLIANCES

Expanding research & collaborations

Mildtech built collaborations with universities and research partners in the UK and Europe to support innovation and validation.
2026

Investment & commercial growth

SFC Capital investment in March 2026 supported business growth, commercial expansion and wider market development.
Today and Beyond

Scaling the technology globally

Mildtech is now focused on scaling sales and partnerships across the UK, Europe and international markets.

OUR FOUNDERS

The People Behind Mildtech

Founded by Georgios and Vasos Vanezi, Mildtech combines long-term technical expertise with commercial leadership to develop and scale solid-state microwave technology for real-world applications.

Vasos Vanezi

Co-Founder & CEO

Vasos combines commercial leadership with hands-on engineering and microwave-processing expertise. As one of the original inventors of Mildtech’s technology, he has been involved in its development from early concepts through to practical systems and commercial applications, while also leading the company’s growth, partnerships and market development.

Georgios Vanezi

Co-Founder & CTO

Georgios brings decades of experience in microwave engineering, machine manufacture and system development. As a co-founder and original inventor of Mildtech’s technology, he played a key role in developing the engineering architecture, microwave systems and processing capabilities that underpin the company’s technology today.

WHAT DRIVES MILDTECH

Our Approach

We are focused on developing practical, scalable solutions that deliver real benefits for our customers and the industries we work with.

Precision

Control energy delivery rather than simply applying heat.

Innovation

Develop new applications for solid-state microwave processing.

Scalability

Take processes from feasibility through commercial production.

Collaboration

Work with customers, universities and research organisations.

ENGINEERING & R&D CAPABILITY

Built Around Engineering and Real-World Applications

We design, develop, assemble and test our systems in the UK, combining microwave engineering, vacuum technology, electrical and control-system integration, mechanical design and process development.

COLLABORATION & GROWTH

Working with Leading Research & Innovation Organisations

Collaboration plays an important role in how Mildtech develops new applications and advances its technology. We work with universities, research organisations and innovation programmes in the UK and internationally.

LOOKING AHEAD

Building the Future of Microwave Processing

Mildtech is continuing to develop and commercialise its solid-state microwave and vacuum technology, expand into new applications, scale its systems and grow its presence in the UK and internationally.

Our focus is on turning proven engineering into practical, scalable processing solutions for a wider range of industries and materials.

HAVE A PROCESSING CHALLENGE?

Let’s Build the Next Generation of Processing Together

Whether you are exploring a new application, developing a collaborative research project or considering a commercial system, we’d be pleased to discuss how Mildtech’s technology could support your requirements.