More robust, more efficient and more sustainable - that is our mission with the development, production and application of components in polymer and fibre composite technology. How can we support you on the way to innovative products?
We offer customised development solutions in four interdisciplinary fields of research.
Lightweight construction, materials research, process development and resource efficiency. We emphasise the importance of realising sustainability not through restrictions, but through innovative engineering concepts.
Our aim is to conserve resources by developing advanced technologies and utilising processes effectively. Together with the Polymer Campus Weißenburg, we form the Polymer Campus Bavaria.
We optimise components and enable the manufacture of lighter and stronger products with a longer service life.
We process plastic waste more efficiently and recycle it into high-quality, technologically sophisticated products.
We further develop industrial manufacturing processes in order to produce high-quality and more economical goods.
We analyse the material behaviour under various conditions and help to identify and use the perfect material.
Discover our wide range of solutions for quality assurance and process improvement:
We bring applied research to companies. From the idea to industrial application.
Would you like to work with us on a publicly funded project to put your ideas into practice? Then we look forward to receiving your enquiry.
Your benefits:
We offer a wide range of services for solving material science problems.
We take individual requirements into account and rely on customised approaches that are supported by state-of-the-art testing technologies, simulations and AI.
Quality assurance analyses using light and scanning electron microscopy (incl. EDX), DSC, FT-IR and TGA
The optical 3D coordinate measuring machine of the VL series captures complex shapes and geometries of any measured object with the help of fringe projection images. 16 million measuring points enable the determination of form and position tolerances as well as plane, profile, profile comparison and 3D comparison measurements. In addition, the highly accurate acquisition of measured objects in conjunction with the latest software enables CAD data feedback to be performed in order to generate and edit virtual 3D models.
With our fully automatic and highly precise horizontal single-sample dilatometer, a sample can be measured over a temperature range from -90°C to 450°C in a defined atmosphere. The results from the temperature-dependent dimensional changes can be used for quality assurance and basic research for process simulation.
Dynamic mechanical analysis (DMA) can be used to assess the mechanical properties of materials as a function of temperature, time or humidity. By measuring the elastic and viscous properties, complex materials such as polymers and composites can be described for process simulation and, for example, the glass transition temperature of polymers can be determined.
DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimetry) is used to determine the amount of heat generated or released by a sample during heating or cooling. This enables the determination of characteristic material values (e.g. phase transitions, specific hear capacity), especially for filled and unfilled polymers, technical high-performance polymers and fibre-reinforced polymers according to DIN EN ISO 11357-1 to -7. These determined results form the basis for process simulations.
The rheometer is used to investigate material-specific deformation and flow behaviour and serves as a basis for process simulation. Flow tests, time-dependent measurements to determine creep behaviour and stress relaxation, but also vibration tests can be carried out. The viscosity and yield point are determined in order to gain a better understanding of the processability of polymers.
The Dynamic Materials Testing Machine is used to determine characteristic material values, in particular of filled and unfilled polymers and technical high-performance polymers as well as fibre composite polymers. These obtained values are required both as a basis for construction and design tasks (e.g. of lightweight structures and generally as input for simulations) and for the relative evaluation of different materials in the context of material selection.
Determination of the water vapour transmission rate of films and foils for samples with a thickness up to 25mm.
Determination of the apparent density of moulding compounds according to DIN EN ISO60
Mechanical processing, from cutting larger components to grinding and polishing samples. grinding and polishing of ground samples.
Imaging for fracture analyses, texture analyses and morphology with large-area scans
and extensive evaluation options (e.g. fibre volume content). Combined with
dark field, polariser and comprehensive software, the microscope offers a range of analytical
optical examination, the microscope also offers a range of analysis and evaluation functions.
In addition, the heating/cooling table can be used to investigate the material behaviour during temperature changes (e.g. melting).
(e.g. melting, crystallisation, dissolution and precipitation processes, formation of spherulites)
at cryogenic temperatures up to 600°C can be examined.
Our 3D printer uses the Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) process. Through integration of sensor technology during the printing process, the functionalisation of 3D printed components can be advanced. Thus, it is possible to derive material-process-property relationships in order to increase the overall performance of additively manufactured components.
Laboratory production trials for standard plastic pellets up to max. 300°C for strand extrusion and blown film production.
Resin injection plant for the production of fiber composite and pure plastic specimens (shoulder,
short, long samples). Processing of low-pressure injectable resin systems in interaction
with fiber semi-finished products such as woven fabrics and scrims made from a wide variety of fiber materials.
As one of the 14 research and technology DIT campuses, we offer a unique network of combined expertise in various disciplines.
Our highly qualified team works in close co-operation with partners from industry and education to master application-oriented challenges from industry.
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AZUR SPACE Solar Power GmbH, Heilbronn Weltraum-Photovoltaik |
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Johannes Kepler Universität, Linz
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Karl Bachl GmbH & Co.KG, Röhrnbach Bauindustrie und Kunststofftechnik |
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Reimann Industrietechnik GmbH, Hofkirchen-Garham
Metalloberflächenveredler |
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DCUBED (Deployables Cubed GmbH), Germering Verteidigung & Raumfahrt |
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SUMIDA Components & Modules GmbH , Obernzell
elektronische Bauelemente |
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Bayern Innovativ Cluster Neue Werkstoffe |
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Technische Universität München
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Mitglieder des Composites United e. V. (CU) |
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DQBD GMBH, |
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TecPart- Verband Technische Kunststoff-Produkte e.V., Frankfurt am Main
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MAINCOR Rohrsysteme GmbH & Co. KG, |
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Universität Regensburg
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We are always looking for experts and ambitious young scientists with an academic background in the fields of polymer technology and simulation of fibre composites as well as in the areas of sustainability and life cycle analysis.
Speculative applications are welcome, especially in the area of process simulation.
You can find current job applications on the University Portal
Are you looking for a challenging and exciting job in a technically experienced research laboratory? Then we look forward to getting to know you.
Students from various disciplines can conduct interdisciplinary research and write their thesis at the Hutthurm Technology Campus. As part of the degree programme, we offer various projects and theses in the fields of simulation, sustainability and materials research. Regardless of the topic, our scientific staff will be happy to help you.
We offer students of the Deggendorf Institute of Technology to do research for their final thesis at the Technology Campus Hutthurm and to work on it within the scope of a project. In addition, advertised bachelor and master theses can also be carried out as internships.
You are also welcome to contact us if you are still looking for a company in the region for your industrial internship in the field of polymer technology.
No matter what topic you are interested in - scientific staff is at your disposal.
Current openings (in German):
Student research projects and theses:
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Deggendorf Institute of Technology Hochleiten 1 +49 8505 919 879 30 |