Production technology and materials technology are the center of the research activities of the ifw Jena | Günter Köhler Institute for Joining Technology and Materials Testing. Our scientists, engineers and technicians work with partners from industry, commerce and universities as well as other research institutes to develop innovative products and technology solutions in the areas of #Ultra short pulse laser processing #Additive manufacturing #Diffusion bonding #Material Science #Industry 4.0 #CO2 laser processing #Simulation and Design #Welding #Soldering and brazing #Adhesive bonding As a non-university, non-profit industrial research institution, we conduct precompetitive, application-oriented research and development for production technology solutions. We work on publicly funded research projects and on direct order of the industry.