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𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼-𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗜 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 The rise of AI is driving unprecedented demand for data centers, significantly impacting global power market dynamics. According to a recent McKinsey & Company study (👉 https://lnkd.in/esdYd5jE), European data center demand is expected to triple by 2030, reaching approximately 35 gigawatts (GW) from the current 10 GW. This surge necessitates substantial investments, estimated between $250 to $300 billion, in data center infrastructure. However, the European power ecosystem faces several challenges, including limited reliable power sources, sustainability concerns, and a shortage of skilled electrical tradespeople. Meeting this demand is crucial for unlocking AI’s economic potential, which McKinsey estimates could generate around $10 trillion globally. To accommodate the ever-growing demand for optical switching architectures in telecommunication ROADM and hyperscale datacenter networks, INGENERIC has developed 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘆𝘀 using a highly reproducible and sophisticated glass molding process. These optical components can significantly reduce energy consumption by improving the efficiency of light distribution within data centers. Our cutting-edge technology not only enhances performance but also supports the industry’s move towards greener and more efficient energy use. 𝗔𝗱𝘃𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗖 𝗠𝗟𝗔𝘀: ✔️ 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿𝘀 on arrays ensure low beam pointing errors and high coupling efficiencies ✔️ 𝗟𝗼𝘄 𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿𝘀 and surface roughness ensure low optical loss ✔️ 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀 between the lenses prevent signal crosstalk ✔️ 𝗦𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘂𝘀 𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿𝘀 maintain high focal length uniformities of arrays ✔️ 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 & 𝘀𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 lead to tremendous cost savings while achieving perfect quality even at high volumes. Are you interested perfecting the art of fiber collimation with micro-lens arrays from INGENERIC and want to learn more? Visit our website to download our whitepaper including the complete technical data of the performance analysis of our demonstrator or simply leave “Request Whitepaper” in our comments. 👉 https://lnkd.in/ejGzJ_vJ #DataCenters #AI #Sustainability #Optics #Photonics #Innovation #GreenTech

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻 „𝗘𝗣𝗜𝗖“ 𝗠𝗶𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 INGENERIC has been a proud member of EPIC since 2018, contributing our expertise to the European Photonics Industry Consortium. As a manufacturer of high-precision micro-optics and lens arrays, we benefit greatly from the network, industry trend exchanges, and specialized discussions with fellow members. We look forward to continuing our participation in the EPIC network in the coming years. #Photonics #Microoptics #EuropeanPhotonics #Networking EPIC - EUROPEAN PHOTONICS INDUSTRY CONSORTIUM

𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗕𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗴 𝗠𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗱𝗼𝘀 𝗦𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗼𝘀-𝗪𝗶𝗻𝘁𝘇 𝗮𝘁 𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗖 In September, we had the pleasure of welcoming Catarina dos Santos-Wintz, Member of the Deutscher Bundestag, to our facility. Joining her were Pierre Froesch, Mayor of Stadt Baesweiler, and Dirk Pfeifferling, Managing Director of the International Technology and Service Center Baesweiler. Ms. dos Santos-Wintz took a deep dive into our work in micro-optics, particularly after learning about our contribution to NASA’s PACE project through our micro-lens arrays. Our Managing Director, Stefan Dr. Hambücker, showcased our innovation journey, leading to a discussion on how SMEs like INGENERIC can drive global competitiveness and navigate challenges like the skilled labor shortage and bureaucratic hurdles. 𝗞𝗲𝘆 𝗺𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁: 🌟 Presentation of our micro-optics technology used in high-tech sectors such as space exploration, laser tech, and optical data communication. 🌟 A facility tour, offering hands-on insight into our precision manufacturing processes. 🌟 Constructive exchange on how to strengthen Germany's economy, especially for SMEs, through political support and reduced bureaucratic barriers. Dr. Hambücker emphasized the importance of the visit: “Engaging in direct dialogue with policymakers allows us to address critical issues, such as skilled labor shortages and regulatory hurdles, and to ensure that innovative companies like ours continue to thrive in a competitive global market.” Ms. dos Santos-Wintz concluded with an inspiring message: “The know-how and potential in our SMEs are impressive. Companies like INGENERIC are the backbone of innovation, and we need to provide them with the best conditions to thrive.” You can read the full press release at the following link: 👉https://lnkd.in/esAX7Wxm #Innovation #MicroOptics #SMEs #EconomicPolicy #GermanTech

📅 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗛𝘂𝗯 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗠𝗶𝗸𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗸𝗲𝗻 – 𝟭𝟰.𝟭𝟭.𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰: 𝗪𝗶𝗿 𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗲𝗶! 𝗦𝗶𝗲 𝗮𝘂𝗰𝗵? Am Donnerstag, den 14. November 2024, findet in Darmstadt das Symposium „Mikrooptiken“ statt, organisiert vom Photonics Hub . Unter dem Motto „Aktuelle Möglichkeiten der Herstellung und Anwendung“ laden die Veranstalter Mitglieder, Branchenexperten sowie interessierte Teilnehmer zu einem intensiven Austausch ein. Die abwechslungsreiche Agenda umfasst eine Reihe von ansprechenden Fachvorträgen. Ein Highlight ist der Vortrag von Stefan Dr. Hambücker, Geschäftsführer von INGENERIC: „𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗺𝗲𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝘂𝘀 𝗱𝗲𝗺 𝗔𝗹𝗹: 𝗘𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗮𝘁𝘇 𝘃𝗼𝗻 𝗠𝗶𝗸𝗿𝗼𝗼𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗸𝗲𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝘂𝗺𝗳𝗮𝗵𝗿𝘁“. Dr. Stefan Hambücker wird erläutern, welche Rolle hochpräzise Mikrolinsenarrays von INGENERIC in der im Februar ins All gestarteten 𝗡𝗔𝗦𝗔 𝗣𝗔𝗖𝗘-𝗠𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 (Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem) spielen. Im Rahmen der Mission erforschen Wissenschaftler mikroskopisch kleine Organismen in den Weltmeeren, um mithilfe der gesammelten Daten ihre Bedeutung für marine Ökosysteme, die Aerosol- und Wolkenbildung sowie das Gesamtsystem unseres Planeten besser zu verstehen. Weitere Informationen zum Event finden Sie hier: 👉 https://lnkd.in/emsDq9RT

𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗨𝗽: 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼-𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 While Germany is currently experiencing high temperatures during these hot summer days, our micro-optics are also going through an important heating process - not just in summertime, but all year round. At INGENERIC, we use isothermal precision molding, a hot forming technology that transforms simply shaped glass blanks into complex optics using a high temperature process. The glass blanks are fed into the molding machine at room temperature, heated together with the tool systems and finally cooled in a controlled manner after forming. This method allows us to produce micro-optics with outstanding dimensional accuracy and efficiency. Why do we rely on precision glass molding? Compared to traditional methods like photolithography or grinding and polishing, this process offers several advantages: 👉 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻: Glass molding allows us to achieve exact shaping with minimal tolerances, which is particularly crucial for complex micro-optics 👉 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗼𝘁𝘆𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 👉 𝗟𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗔/𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝘀 (𝘀𝗺𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘇𝗼𝗻𝗲𝘀) 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼-𝗟𝗲𝗻𝘀 𝗔𝗿𝗿𝗮𝘆𝘀: In the interference zone you lose far less optical quality, which has significant impact to the optical function of the MLA in data transmission 👉 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘀: Direct shaping through molding reduces the time required and the number of steps compared to conventional methods 👉 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲: Unlike grinding and polishing, where material is removed, we use material more efficiently and minimize waste Thanks to this precision molding technique, we can manufacture micro-optics that are essential for various high-tech applications, ranging from laser and sensor technology, to healthcare and data communication all the way to virtual/augmented reality and LiDAR applications. #optics #photonics #glassmolding #productionexcellence

𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗦𝘂𝗻 𝗟𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗢𝘂𝗿 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲𝘀! We are excited to offer our employees a new way to relax starting this summer. With sun loungers set up in our outdoor area overlooking the greenery, our colleagues can now enjoy their breaks in the sun and recharge. The well-being of our employees is a central concern for us. We know that well-rested and satisfied employees are the key to innovation and productivity. Together, we are creating a work environment where everyone can feel comfortable and thrive. We wish everyone a lot of fun relaxing!

𝗜𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻𝘀 𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗗𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗽: 𝗙𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 From May 27th to May 30th, Ingeneric participated in a prestigious delegation trip to Singapore. This initiative, supported by the Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz (BMWK), focused on business development in the optics and photonics sectors. Our goal was to not only seek a comprehensive overview but also direct engagement with local enterprises in the optics and photonics sector. Bernd Bresseler and Franziska Inkmann, who have recently returned from an interesting week in Singapore, share a brief recap of their experiences: 𝟭. 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗿𝘆 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗲𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: Engaging sessions by the Singaporean-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce / AHK Singapur, the Bundesministerium für Wirtschaft und Klimaschutz (BMWK), and the German Embassy in Singapore provided valuable insights into the economic and political landscape for the delegates from Germany. We also delved into market trends specific to optics and photonics. 𝟮. 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘂𝗺: As part of the Market Entry Programme by the BMWK, the delegates from Germany showcased their solutions to approximately 100 corporate representatives. INGENERIC had the privilege of presenting our cutting-edge micro-optics and glass molding technology to local companies and experts during this major networking event. Valued Speakers, such as Dr. Tim Philippi and Ms. Franziska Wonneberg emphasized the event’s importance, underscoring Germany’s prominence in optics and photonics. 𝟯. 𝗕𝟮𝗕 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀: Personalized one-on-one meetings with potential partners, expertly arranged by the Singaporean-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce / AHK Singapur. Special appreciation to Kelvin Foh and Eirik Behnke for organizing and planning all our customer meetings. Their dedication ensured a seamless experience for us. 𝟰. 𝗦𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘁𝘂𝘁𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀: We explored potential business contacts and reference projects, expanding our network within Singapore. A special thanks to Institute of Microelectronics, A*STAR - Agency for Science, Technology and Research, Edmund Optics Singapore, The Photonics Institute (TPI) at NTU Singapore, and LUX Photonics Consortium for your guided tours as well as your collaboration and insights, which has deepened our understanding of the local ecosystem. This delegation trip was truly exceptional, and we always felt well taken care of. The outstanding organization from the Singaporean-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce provided us with exciting and informative insights through the numerous program points and we genuinely valued the exchange with all the other participants within the delegation group. #singapore #delegationtrip #optics #photonics

We are very pleased to be part of this year's 𝗚𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰𝘀, which will take place on 28 May in Singapore. We are looking forward to presenting our high-precision micro-optics used in laser and sensor technology, automotive and healthcare industries, as well as cutting-edge trend technologies like industrial lidar and virtual reality to the participants. #Optics I #Photonics I #OpticalSolutions I #PrecisionEngineering Singaporean-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce / AHK Singapur

📰 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗡𝗲𝘄𝘀: 𝗜𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗜𝗖 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀! The Aachener Zeitung, the regional daily newspaper from Medienhaus Aachen GmbH serving the city of Aachen and its surrounding districts, shines a spotlight on INGENERIC and its core expertise in precision glass molding. The article provides intriguing insights into INGENERIC's flagship projects, underscoring the company's technological competence. For instance, within the NASA Pace project, INGENERIC's micro-optics play an important role in researching the interaction between the ocean and the atmosphere, as well as the ocean's role in climate regulation. In the realm of optical data communication, the deployment of highly precise lens arrays in large data centers is paramount to boosting data transmission speed and volume while ensuring energy usage remains within bounds. 👉 Read the full article (unfortunately only available in German) here: https://lnkd.in/eZvMxm4B #INGENERIC #PrecisionEngineering #TechnologicalInnovation #DataCommunication #ClimateResearch

𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀 📸✨ At INGENERIC, a corporate photoshoot took place this week to capture portraits of our employees for internal and external communication channels. These images will not only help strengthen employee identification and convey a positive image of our company culture but also promote transparency and connectivity within our organization. Many thanks to Magdalena Nowak and Markus Dederichs from hippe agentur and to all employees who contributed to the successful implementation of this photoshoot. #CompanyCulture #TeamSpirit #EmployeeEngagement