Our Areas of Expertise
FGK supports companies in the glass, ceramics and raw materials industries in the development of new materials, products and production technologies.
Our research and development activities cover the entire process chain — from raw material selection and formulation design to process optimization and performance evaluation.
Whether structural ceramics, silicate ceramics or functional ceramics, our projects focus on improving material performance, increasing service life and durability
, developing stable and efficient production processes
Additive Manufacturing of Ceramics
Additive manufacturing technologies open up new possibilities for producing complex ceramic components and functional materials.
Our services include:
Structural Ceramics
Structural ceramics are characterized by high mechanical strength, wear resistance and thermal stability, making them ideal for demanding industrial environments.
Typical development projects include:
Functional Ceramics
Functional ceramics provide specific optical, electrical or thermal functionalities for advanced technologies.
Typical research topics include:
Silicate Ceramics
Silicate ceramics form the technological foundation of many applications in the glass, construction and ceramics industries.
Our work includes:
Our Services
In addition to research and development projects, FGK supports companies with a broad range of technical services, analytical investigations and industry-oriented development activities.
Process Optimization, Failure Analysis & Expert Assessments
We analyze material- and process-related challenges and develop practical solutions to improve industrial production processes.
Core services:
Publicly Funded Research & Contract Research
FGK conducts both publicly funded research projects and industry-driven contract research.
Core services
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Contract Manufacturing & Pilot Plant
In our pilot plant facilities, we support companies in the practical implementation of development projects and experimental trials.
Core services:
Seminars & Training
We provide practice-oriented training and knowledge transfer on materials, testing methods and industrial processes in the glass and ceramics industries.
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Let’s Talk About Your Project
Are you planning a development project, or do you require support with materials analysis or process optimization? Our experts will be happy to advise you on your specific requirements.
You can also submit testing requests, development projects or research inquiries online via our customer portal – even as a new client.
We’re driving ceramics forward!
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