R&D OF AND FOR TOMORROW

WE CONNECT SCIENCE TO FICTION.

R&D AND INNOVATION ARE IN OUR DNA

CiTEX is a playground for pioneering spirit and innovation with a focus on extrusion technology. We develop and revolutionize every sequence of the extrusion line, from materials to measurement and process technologies to smart factory. To do this, we look at the bigger picture, at other areas of industry and research, and allow ourselves to be inspired by idea creators of all kinds and to be convinced by new ideas for the future. We have been working with renowned research institutes, universities and technical colleges right from the start.

MOST WELCOME: INNOVATIVE IDEAS

At the beginning of every technical innovation is the idea. And we at CiTEX listen to every idea, because the potential is sometimes only apparent at second glance. Then it's on to the "proof of concept" - strategic evaluation of the future, technical feasibility, research and further development, testing and patenting.

But always in focus: Direct exchange with the idea generators, because for us, people and intellectual property are the highest assets.

Colleagues coordinate a technical project in the office

Every idea is unique, so we need a universal evaluation system.

Our "proof of concept" consists of several steps. Which masterminds are behind the ideas, how great is the potential both overall and later for our future fields and growth areas of the corporate group? And most importantly: does the idea work both in the laboratory and later in industrial implementation? Let's prove our concept:

Idea Generation

Developers, engineers or pioneers from any industry have the chance to present their ideas and innovations.

Pre-Development

Sounds like a small step, but it can stretch over years. Here we put research and development time into patent ideas with an extremely high revolutionary potential for the future.

Tech-Screening

Next Step: Does the new Big Idea work not only in theory but also in practice? Research on docking scenarios in the CiTEX universe start with the pre-development team.

Strategy Development

Our innovation team checks the added value of the idea for the extrusion sector as well as cross-industry innovation fields.

Open Innovation

Every idea is unique and sometimes originates in a completely different industry, but then solves key problems somewhere else - CiTEX looks for the ideal application

Cooperation

Whether participations or purchases, or just strategic help. At CiTEX, we encourage ideas and idea generators who want to help shape our common future.

RESEARCHERS AMONG THEMSELVES

With the test centre and laboratory in Melle and ongoing research projects with universities and public as well as private institutes, we as the CiTEX Group are scientifically connected at the highest level. This enables us to guarantee that we use all technical and economic resources to get the most out of every innovative idea.

The CiTEX group is a competent R&D partner and an excellent partner for start-ups. The best example of the implementation of an idea through to commercial success is 2pi-Labs GmbH.

Prof. Dr. Ing. Nils Pohl

Professor for Integrated Systems, Ruhr University Bochum

OUR INVESTMENTS IN PEOPLE AND IDEAS WHO WANT TO MAKE A LASTING DIFFERENCE ARE IN LINE WITH OUR PHILOSOPHY

With over 30 years of experience in idea creation and strategic focus, we have developed and completed several successful projects. These have not only resulted in remarkable companies and innovations, but also in experts who continue to impress us today.

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