Rapidly preparing laboratory approaches for industrial applications – this is what Fraunhofer IWS research and development services do. We investigate and develop processes, methods and equipment that withstand the robust application in industry and at the same time meet complex requirements. Our scientists' expertise comes into play when it is necessary to find technical answers not yet offered by the market or when capacity or necessary know-how is not available.

Developing solutions by means of laser and materials technology to simplify processes and to reduce costs: That is our drive serving small and medium-sized businesses. Cost efficiency results from new or adapted processes, equipment and systems. Therefore it is necessary to analyze and understand the challenges of the partners and to apply the latest scientific findings. We do not only offer easy-to-integrate custom and one-stop solutions, but also the right sparring partners and profound know-how. Future-proof solutions are the result of close interaction between research, development and practice. You contribute to maintaining or even expanding your company's leading market position in national and international competition.

Fraunhofer IWS is working on parts and components that can be easily integrated into existing production environments. Our research and development activities focus on designing solutions for or with our customers that quickly make the leap from lab to industrial application. Thus, in addition to industry-compatible one-stop solutions, our portfolio includes custom solutions that are particularly easy-to-integrate.

We combine research experience, the latest scientific findings, modern plant technology and processes with systems engineering and materials and process know-how, and are also building on existing basic technologies, products, processes, etc. We equally address special requirements not yet available on the market. We develop these solutions open-system so that they can be customized for the respective application and can be integrated into existing production chains. Please contact us if you would like to learn more about how we can work together with you to develop custom solutions for your production facilities.

Complex components require the right material in the right place. Consequently, the combination of human and digital expertise with the right process is the best way to realize this. Fraunhofer IWS scientists come into play wherever there is an interaction between the material's process and properties and a close linking of the two worlds becomes necessary. We unite our scientific expertise and practical experience with digital tools and systems to combine material potentials and align the development of necessary processes.

We apply the latest scientific methods and benefit from our long-term experience to answer even complex questions. In researching and developing solutions for the customer's or partner's requirement, we rely on our broad expertise, bundled at Fraunhofer IWS in the interaction of laser and materials technology, systems engineering and materials expertise. Feel free to contact us to find out how we together or on your behalf can find solutions to your challenges.

Highly Scalable Production Technologies

In order to meet the future expected high demand for powerful electrolyzers and fuel cells, it is essential to develop highly scalable production technologies for automated mass production and to transfer them into large-scale application. With their comprehensive expertise in surface, material and laser technologies, Fraunhofer IWS scientists contribute to unlocking the existing potentials for industry in preparation for the upcoming hydrogen era.