Fraunhofer Institute for Material and Beam Technology IWSSurfaces that Can Do More – From Concept to Series Production
We unlock new functions for your components – whether antibacterial medical devices, friction-optimized engine components, or high-precision optical systems. Through targeted structuring at the micro and nano levels, we give surfaces customized properties for adhesion, friction, optics, or biocompatibility.
Our core competence lies in laser-based surface texturing with Direct Laser Writing (DLW), Direct Laser Interference Patterning (DLIP), and Laser Induced Periodic Surface Structures (LIPSS).
In addition, we have mastered a wide range of other micro-machining processes: drilling micro- and nano-holes (e.g., for filters or perforations), cutting and structuring glass, ceramics, or metals, precise engraving, ablation, and cleaning, as well as the targeted adaptation of surface functions.
Together with our partners, we develop customized processes, systems, and automation solutions – from the initial proof of concept to industrial series production.
Our Range of Services Includes:
- Laser-based surface texturing with DLW, DLIP, and LIPSS for micro- and nanostructures.
- Versatile micro-machining: drilling, cutting, engraving, and structuring of metals, glass, polymers, ceramics, and composite materials.
- Functionalized surfaces for targeted adjustment of adhesion, friction, optical, chemical, or biological properties.
- System solutions & automation: Development of compact processing optics, process monitoring with optical and acoustic methods, and intelligent control algorithms.
- Scalable applications: Processing of 3D components, large-format components, and roll-to-roll
- Laser-based paper joining without adhesives
