We see opportunities. We give impulses. We manufacture the fucuture
The Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation IPA is one of the largest institutes of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, with around 1,200 employees. Its research focuses on production technologies—ranging from components and systems to entire machines and factories.
Key topics include automation, digital transformation, sustainable and personalized production, battery and hydrogen systems, and biointelligent manufacturing. IPA collaborates closely with industry across sectors such as automotive, electronics, energy, and healthcare.
Initiatives like S-TEC and startup incubators connect research with real-world application, offering a dynamic environment for talents shaping the future of industry.