More than 70 scientific employees at the institute conduct research in the research groups Manufacturing Technology | TEC, Energy Technologies and Applications in Production | ETA, Center for Industrial Productivity | CiP and Management of Industrial Production | MiP. Our production-related test fields, equipped with representative production machines, supply systems and state-of-the-art data technology, enable innovative and practical research and the perfect environment for teaching and industry transfer.

Our vision is to make a sustainable contribution to shaping the production of tomorrow through pioneering research and innovation. In doing so, we focus on the three pillars of resilience, responsiveness and resource efficiency. To this end, we strive for excellence in our fields of activity, research, teaching and transfer:

• In the area of research, we answer relevant questions using scientific methods. Our focus is on intensive dialog with industry in order to develop practical solutions and overcome the challenges of modern production.
• In teaching, we not only impart basic knowledge, but also place a special focus on application. We specifically promote the problem-solving skills of our students in order to prepare them optimally for the challenges of industry.
• Transfer forms the link between research and application. In close partnership with industry, we demonstrate current solutions to problems and qualify specialists and managers. Our expertise is available to companies to jointly implement innovative concepts and sustainably shape the production landscape.