Elli Tykkä
Project Manager
I work as a Project Manager in the concrete testing services of the KymiLabs research laboratory. I have been involved in both concrete testing and research for several years. I hold a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering.
Concrete testing and research – durability for every project
How may I help you?
My work at Xamk
From testing and research to launching business operations
I started working at KymiLabs in 2017, focusing on concrete testing. During my internship, I gained a solid understanding of the services offered by our laboratory, as well as the properties of concrete and the need for their testing. Being naturally curious and eager to learn, I was excited to take the opportunity to explore concrete more deeply.
At South-Eastern Finland University of Applied Sciences (Xamk), research is being conducted on the carbonation of concrete, and I’ve had the privilege of playing a significant role in this work. Currently, I’m involved in a project aimed at replicating the operations of KymiLabs’ concrete testing laboratory for use by a Ukrainian project partner.
Project experience:
- Concrete testing services (2017–2021)
- The role of concrete in a carbon-neutral society – RDI project (2021–2022)
- Concrete as a carbon sink – RDI project (2022–2024)
- FREEDOM – Establishing an accredited concrete testing laboratory in Ukraine through a licensing agreement – RDI project (2024– )
What makes me effective in what I do
Openness
Resilience
Curiosity
Precision
Versatility
Get familiar with my projects
BECO – The role of concrete in a carbon neutral society
Concrete as a carbon sink – solutions for low-carbon construction (BEHI)
FREEDOM
Snapshots and key moments from my job
