SpaceLab Wins Industry 4.0 Pitch Battle at Digital Bridge 2025

On October 2, 2025, SpaceLab won the Industry 4.0 Pitch Battle, a technology competition held at the Digital Bridge 2025 international forum in Astana.

The jury noted the high level of innovation, technological maturity, and practical relevance of the presented product—the Valve Sensor, developed for the industrial sector.

The Valve Sensor is a next-generation intelligent sensor designed for monitoring the status of valves in industrial facilities.

The device detects whether the valve is open or closed and transmits data in real time to a server.

The sensor uses a magnetometer, accelerometer, and gyroscope to accurately record valve position and fluid flow without the need for pipeline modifications. The device is plug-and-play, ensuring easy implementation and operation. SpaceLab's development is aimed at solving one of the key problems in the oil and gas industry: leaks caused by incomplete valve closure.

Such situations lead to loss of raw materials, environmental risks, and threats to personnel safety.

The use of the Valve Sensor significantly improves industrial safety, reduces costs, and ensures compliance with modern environmental and technical standards.

Recognition of Contribution to the Development of Industry 4.0

According to the SpaceLab team, winning the Industry 4.0 Pitch Battle competition is important recognition of the company's contribution to the development of Industry 4.0 technologies in Kazakhstan and the region.

SpaceLab's projects are being developed with the support of the Astana Hub and in collaboration with the National Space Agency Kazcosmos, underscoring the strategic importance of the company's solutions for the development of national innovation, space, and industrial technologies.

SpaceLab's immediate plans include adapting the Valve Sensor technology for use in extreme conditions, including space stations and lunar facilities.

SpaceLab is a Kazakhstani company specializing in the development of satellite IoT terminals, industrial sensors, and 3D printers.

The company is ranked among the top three US space equipment developers by F6S and is a participant in international accelerators and programs of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD).