Fraunhofer IPA awards the prize DIE OBERFLÄCHE
For the 9th time, the Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA will present the Stuttgart Surface Technology Award >>DIE OBERFLÄCHE<< on the first day of SurfaceTechnology GERMANY.
Surface technology is one of the most important key technologies in industrial value chains. It plays a significant role in the degree of innovation and progress in many industries. Since 2012, this position has been recognised with the awarding of the Stuttgart Surface Technology Prize "DIE OBERFLÄCHE".
Production processes and products are increasingly measured by factors such as energy efficiency, sustainability, degree of innovation, their contribution to competitiveness and their industrial feasibility. The prize honours the most innovative applications and technologies within all disciplines of surface technology. Particular emphasis is placed on innovations that are described as "enablers" - i.e. those without which the introduction of certain products or technologies would not be possible.
The following criteria have to be considered when awarding the prize:
All disciplines of surface technology will be considered. Whether in electroplating, painting technology, thermal spraying, chemical or physical vapour deposition - all individuals or organisations that have played an innovative and sustainable role in shaping the surface technology sector are invited to take part in the competition.
Does this appeal to you? Then feel free to apply! The deadline for entries is 7 April 2024.
Further information:
The 2022 winners:
Three companies were honoured at the event in 2022. First place went to DÜRR Systems AG with the innovation "Overspray-free paint application with EcoPaintJet Pro". Second place went to ASIS GmbH with the automatic finish, a precise and repeatable solution for the inspection and removal of defects. Third place went to Molecular Plasma Group S.A., whose nanocoating extends the possibilities of surface functionalisation.
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