Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology

Your research partner for digitally integrated production

 

Research Topics

We develop methods and technologies for flexible, digitally networked companies.

Branch Solutions

We offer detail and system solutions for various industrial applications.

  • Mechanical and plant engineering
  • Tool and mould making
  • Automotive engineering
  • Aviation
 

International Cooperations

We have access to international expertise and a worldwide network to open up new markets for production know-how made in Germany.

News & Events

29.4.2026

Fraunhofer IPK and Embraer sign MoU for potential collaboration related to Industry 4.0

Initiative aims at possible collaboration in data-driven studies and discussions to increase operational efficiency.
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1.4.2026

Prof. Dr. Holger Kohl Becomes Acting Director of the Institute

Change at the helm of the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology IPK: The Fraunhofer Executive Board has appointed Prof. Dr.-Ing. Holger Kohl to serve as acting director of the institute effective April 1, 2026.
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11.2.2026

Half a Century of Fraunhofer IPK

The oldest Fraunhofer Institute in Berlin will celebrate its 50th anniversary in 2026. Founded in the divided city and thriving in the federal capital, we have been reinventing production for half a century. Our mission is to use digital tools and methods to make manufacturing economical, resource-efficient, and human-centered.
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21.10.2025

Fraunhofer IPK at Formnext 2025

From November 18 to 21, 2025, Fraunhofer IPK will be presenting its latest developments in the field of additive manufacturing at Formnext 2025 in Frankfurt. The focus will be on post-processing and the processing of demanding materials. Innovative solutions for electron beam melting (EB-PBF) of materials that are difficult to weld, as well as cold spray processes for coating hard materials and copper are at the center of attention.
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Professional Education at Fraunhofer IPK

Learn about our MEHR KÖNNEN program's numerous offers.

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Mastering Digital Twins

Discover our English language certificate program and become a Certified Digital Twins Business Consultant.

Inhouse Seminar / Date by Arrangement

Basics of Benchmarking

Get familiar with the 5-phase model of the Information Center Benchmarking (IZB) at Fraunhofer IPK and learn how to carry out your own benchmarking projects.

 

Fraunhofer Institute for Production Systems and Design Technology

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Pascalstr. 8 – 9
10587 Berlin, Germany

Phone: +49 30 39006-0
Mail: info(at)ipk.fraunhofer.de

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