The Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry – Metal Centre Čakovec is a research infrastructure dedicated to knowledge and technology transfer. It facilitates networking among scientists, researchers, research institutions, educational organizations, and entrepreneurs to share expertise and foster innovation. Thereby creating a triple helix effect that contributes to solving development problems in Međimurje County and the wider region, as well as strengthening regional competitiveness. It also emphasizes applying the eco-design principle, which can achieve 80% of CO2 savings. Research and science significantly contribute to developing new prototyping methods, integrating them into product development, and advancing 3D printing technologies. Additionally, the Centre focuses on Industry 4.0 and IoT technologies, supporting the integration of advanced connectivity and automation solutions into manufacturing processes.
Head of the Research and Development Department
Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Director
Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Senior Technology Assoicate
Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Senior Associate - Department of Technology
Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Senior Associate in the Department for Research and Development
Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Senior Expert Associate in the Technology Department
Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Partnership
Innovative R&D Partnerships in Additive Manufacturing & Sustainable Metal Industry
Metal Centre Čakovec connects research and industry to advance additive manufacturing, materials science, and sustainable metal applications, fostering innovation through EU-funded projects and cross-border partnerships.
Head of the Research and Development Department at Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Čakovec, Croatia
Service
3D Printing, Reverse Engineering and IoT Services
We are providing industrial 3D printing of metals and plastics, reverse engineering and advanced IoT solutions for manufacturing.
Head of the Research and Development Department at Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Čakovec, Croatia
Expertise
Applied R&D in 3D Printing and Reverse Engineering
We use metal and polymer 3D printing plus high‑precision 3D scanning and reverse engineering to solve complex engineering challenges.
Head of the Research and Development Department at Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Čakovec, Croatia
Expertise
Advanced Prototyping, Eco-Design and Industry 4.0 Solutions for the Metal Sector
Metal Centre Čakovec connects research and industry, providing advanced prototyping, eco-design expertise, and Industry 4.0 technologies for sustainable metal manufacturing.
Senior Associate in the Department for Research and Development at Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Čakovec, Croatia
Service
3D Printing, Reverse Engineering and IoT Services
We provide high-precision 3D printing of metal and polymer parts, 3D optical scanning and reverse engineering, and in-house IoT hardware/software development to digitise, optimise and connect industrial products and processes.
Senior Associate in the Department for Research and Development at Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Čakovec, Croatia
Service
Advanced Prototyping, Eco-Design and Industry 4.0 Solutions for the Metal Sector
Metal Centre Čakovec is a Croatian R&D centre that connects science and industry to develop advanced, sustainable manufacturing using 3D printing, Industry 4.0, IoT and eco‑design to modernise production and reduce environmental impact.
Senior Associate in the Department for Research and Development at Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Čakovec, Croatia
Partnership
Innovative R&D Partnerships in Additive Manufacturing & Sustainable Metal Industry
Metal Centre Čakovec is a Croatian research and technology hub linking academia and industry to develop innovative, sustainable metal manufacturing solutions in additive manufacturing, material science and eco‑design.
Senior Associate in the Department for Research and Development at Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry - Metal Centre Čakovec
Čakovec, Croatia
