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Water-repellent plasma coating for PFAS-free textiles

A new plasma process is set to replace PFAS in outdoor and functional textiles. Researchers are developing water-repellent coatings that use fewer chemicals and are more sustainable.

Direct laser cladding reduces cycle time and costs for metal coatings

Laser direct cladding is a new process for fast and energy-efficient thick metal coatings. The technology significantly reduces cycle times, energy requirements and post-processing.

Tools for precise plastics processing

Machining plastics and fiber-reinforced composites places high demands on tools and processes. Specialized milling, grinding, and cutting tools enable precise machining and controlled processes.

Bruker Alicona: 25 Years of Optical 3D Surface Measurement Technology

Bruker Alicona celebrates 25 years - optical 3D surface metrology

Bruker Alicona celebrates its 25th anniversary and optical 3D surface metrology. A research project led to the development of focus variation, a method that closes the gap between tactile and optical surface measurement technology.

Stuttgart Surface Technology Award “Die Oberfläche” Award Winners

Stuttgart Surface Technology Prize 2026 "The Surface" - Award winners

The Stuttgart Surface Technology Prize "The Surface 2026" was awarded to solutions that can replace chemical cleaning processes, bring recyclates into electroplating and provide an alternative to gold in power electronics.

Coating windows and doors with spray robots

Automatic coating of windows and doors with a spraying robot

A window manufacturer switched from manual painting to automated robot painting. The entire three-coat process for windows, front doors and façade elements is now carried out fully automatically by a spraying robot.

Blast-finishing of injection-molded components

Automatic deburring of injection molded components using blasting technology

In order to deburr injection molded components automatically, they are processed using blasting technology in a turning beam system. The plastic components can be reliably deburred in the cycle of the injection molding machine.

Clean valves and process components economically

A manufacturer of stainless steel components optimizes its wet-chemical cleaning process, reduces energy and water consumption and improves component cleanliness. Government funding reduces costs and increases profitability.

Ultra-Fine and High-Purity Cleaning High-Tech Industries

Ultra-fine and high-purity cleaning for high-tech industries

High-tech industries have very high requirements for component cleanliness. There are strict specifications regarding particulate and filmic cleanliness, which must be met reliably, economically and sustainably.

Powder Coating System for Trailer Hitches

Modern powder coating system for trailer couplings

A powder coating system for trailer couplings has been modernized. The previous four powder booths have been reduced to one, resulting in easier color changes, lower powder coating consumption and higher quality.