As one of the largest production engineering research institutes in Germany, the iwb encompasses three chairs at the TUM School of Engineering and Design in Garching near Munich. The Chair of Sustainable Production Systems, the Chair of Machine Tools and Manufacturing Technology, as well as the Chair of Production Technology and Energy Storage Systems define the research topics and core focus areas of the iwb. These lie in the areas of Additive Manufacturing, Battery Production, Laser Technology, Assembly Technology and Robotics, Sustainable Production, Production Management and Logistics, as well as in the field of Machine Tools.
As specialists and generalists alike, our employees implement their innovations through interdisciplinary thinking and action. Learn more now!
The WHAT – Our Positioning
The work at the research institute in the field of production engineering is based on the close integration of basic research, applied development, and intensive cooperation with industry partners. Thereby, we create a unique space for innovation in production engineering and education for our employees and the students of TUM.
The WHERE TO – Our Vision
The Institute for Machine Tools and Industrial Management pursues the vision of actively shaping the future of production technology. We develop scientifically founded, industrially relevant solutions that contribute to making manufacturing processes more efficient, sustainable, and resilient. You can find an insight into the projects with which we are working to achieve our vision here.
With our interdisciplinary approach, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and a strong team of dedicated researchers, we set standards in production science – today and for the factory of the future.
The HOW – Our Values
In our daily work with our internal and external partners and students, we are guided by various values.
Scientific Rigor – We work in a knowledge-oriented manner and discuss our results openly.
Respect and Collegiality – We treat each other and all our partners with appreciation and helpfulness.
Professionalism – We take responsibility for ourselves and our work. We are a reliable partner in collaboration.
Passion– We are passionate about our topics, tackle them proactively, and constantly strive to develop ourselves further.
Creativity – We seek out new and unexpected ideas. We are open and positive towards changes.
Excellence – We set ourselves ambitious goals and hold ourselves and our work to the highest standards of leadership.
Agility – We are open and positive towards changes and see them as an opportunity to grow.