Welcome to
the IAPK.
The IAPK is an institute affiliated with RWTH Aachen, a leading technical university in Germany. We have been carrying out R&D, providing expert consulting and offering many other services in all matters relating to powder metallurgy and technical ceramics since 1987. Today, we continue to operate at the interface between scientific research and practical application. One of our key goals is to establish even stronger connections between science and industry.
News
Ceramitec 2026
Once again this year, ceramitec served as a gathering place for the ceramics industry, and our team was on site in Munich from March 24 to 26. As one of the world’s leading trade fairs for ceramics, ceramitec brings experts together every year and provides a platform for exchange and innovation.
Our institute was represented with a booth where our colleagues Dr. Anke Kaletsch, Yuanbin Deng, Meng Zhou, and Leonhard Gertlowski actively provided visitors with valuable insights into our institute’s network.
Our institute also took to the stage with two contributions to the conference programme:
- Dr. Anke Kaletsch with the presentation “ Flexible Material Development for Additive Manufacturing ” in the session “Advanced Materials and Applications in Powder Metallurgy”
- Leonhard Gertlowski with the presentation “ Accelerated Fatigue Testing of PM-HIP Tool Steel ” in the session “Advanced Processes in Powder Metallurgy”
In addition, participants were able to enjoy the traditional Bavarian evening, which took place on the eve of the conference at the Löwenbräukeller in the heart of Munich – the perfect setting for inspiring discussions in a relaxed atmosphere.
We would like to thank the organizers and participants and are already looking forward to Ceramitec 2028!
Our areas of expertise.
From Powder to Components — At the IAPK, We Focus on the Entire Process Chain.
Our range of research, development and services encompasses all fields relating to powder metallurgical and ceramic material development and component manufacturing. This includes design and simulation, powder processing and shaping, consolidation via sintering processes, thermal processing and component testing.
Our team places special emphasis on the complex joining techniques of ceramic structural components with metallic and other ceramic components. With the help of computer aided numerical simulations, we also generate lifetime predictions relating to specific operating conditions, such as cyclic loading and elevated temperature loading.
»Whether for the purpose of performing research or providing services, we have permanent access to the state-of-the-art technical equipment of our institute alliance.«
Our Association of Sponsors.
The IAPK is a non-profit organisation that receives support from an Association of Sponsors known as the Förderverein. This association is composed of individuals and companies active in the sector, and its goal is to facilitate and promote the scientific work carried out at the institute. It also functions as a strong and competent network of members, all of whom benefit directly from rapid access to our research findings and active involvement in shaping our research work.
