About
The Development and Training Centre for the Metal Industry – Metal Centre Čakovec is an ISO 9001 certified 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.
VALUE CHAIN
Auditing & AnalyzingBusiness DevelopmentComponents / MaterialsDesign / R&D / EngineeringProduction
NEW MATERIALS
Metallic materials and composites, lightweight structural materialsPowders, advanced materials for additive manufacturing
TECHNOLOGY & PROCESSES
Control and monitoring methodsIoT – Internet of ThingsLaboratory and measuring equipmentQuality assuranceSustainability
APPLICATION AREAS
Industry & Manufacturing