After receiving it in 2018 and 2020, isepos GmbH has been awarded the “Innovativ durch Forschung” (“Innovative through Research”) seal for the third consecutive time. This recognition from the Stifterverband was granted as part of the annual R&D survey conducted on behalf of Germany’s Federal Ministry of Education and Research. What does the award mean, and why is it so significant for a medium-sized company like isepos?
“Innovative through Research”: what does the award recognise?
The “Innovativ durch Forschung” seal recognises companies that demonstrably invest in research and development on a sustained basis. The Stifterverband’s initiative aims to highlight the importance of innovation and continuous research to the competitiveness of the German economy.
In a time of rapid change and growing global competition, research provides the foundation for long-term success. Companies such as isepos that receive this seal demonstrate a strong commitment to research and help drive innovation in their industries.
The role of research and innovation at isepos GmbH
The “Innovativ durch Forschung” seal is particularly important to isepos GmbH. Innovation and research have always been fundamental to the company’s culture and firmly embedded in its strategy. For isepos, innovation is more than a theoretical concept: it is part of everyday practice throughout the business.
The company’s particular strength lies in identifying technological challenges early and actively addressing them through its own research and development. It focuses especially on control technology and additive manufacturing, two key technologies in modern industrial production.
Innovation through research in additive manufacturing
Innovative research in additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, is currently receiving particular attention. isepos GmbH has already successfully implemented numerous innovations in this field and brought them to market.
One example is the development of an FFF 3D printer designed specifically for industrial series production, with an integrated multi-axis control system developed in-house. This development increases printing speed by up to 100 percent while maintaining consistently high product quality. It meets customers’ needs for efficient production processes and positions isepos as an innovation leader in this technology.
Strategic partnerships strengthen innovation
Collaboration with research institutions, universities and universities of applied sciences is another key element of isepos’s success in research and development. Regular knowledge exchange and the incorporation of external expertise are essential to generating new ideas and developing existing technologies further.
This network of partnerships enables isepos GmbH to keep abreast of scientific and research developments. It regularly provides a foundation for innovative, forward-looking products that deliver lasting value to customers and safeguard competitiveness over the long term.
Sustainability through continuous research
For isepos, sustainability in research means much more than conserving resources. It means developing lasting, future-ready solutions that optimise processes, reduce waste and improve both economic viability and efficiency. This sustainable approach to innovation was instrumental in isepos receiving the “Innovativ durch Forschung” award again.
Innovative research approaches are central to the company’s sustainable development as a whole. By continually investing in research and advancing new technologies, isepos can adapt flexibly and sustainably to changing market challenges.
Employees drive innovation through research
Employees are crucial to isepos GmbH’s success in innovation and research. The company actively promotes a culture in which creative ideas can emerge and receive practical support for implementation. Regular training and skills development are an integral part of this culture, alongside open structures and opportunities for every employee to contribute.
At isepos, innovation grows from collaboration between experienced employees and motivated young talent. This demonstrates that the capacity to innovate depends on company culture and staff leadership as well as technology.
Looking ahead: further research projects are planned
isepos intends to continue investing heavily in research and development in the coming years. Alongside additive manufacturing and control technology, further innovative areas and projects are already being planned. Future priorities will include artificial intelligence, automated manufacturing processes and intelligent control systems.
This prepares the company to tackle the next generation of technical challenges as confidently as those it has already overcome. The “Innovativ durch Forschung” seal recognises the progress made so far and provides encouragement for future developments and innovations.
The Stifterverband: supporting innovation and research
The “Innovativ durch Forschung” seal is awarded by the Stifterverband, one of Germany’s leading private supporters of science and research. In addition to funding research projects, it analyses and evaluates Germany’s research and innovation system. The association aims to make innovation visible and encourage companies to invest in research.
By awarding the “Innovativ durch Forschung” seal, the Stifterverband recognises companies such as isepos whose sustained innovation and research provide important impetus for the economy and society.
Conclusion: isepos — innovation through research, today and tomorrow
Receiving the “Innovativ durch Forschung” seal for the third consecutive time underlines isepos GmbH’s strategic focus. The company views research as a lasting part of its successful business model, as well as an investment. isepos remains a pioneer in its industry and is confident that innovation and sustained research will continue to strengthen its success in the future.