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The engineers at ShapeFab have that much experience within ultra-precise CNC machining of brittle-hard materials such as technical glass, Fused silica as well as technical Ceramic.
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materials in shape.
Current funding projects
Development of new mechanical polishing processes for high-precision glass components (2024 INP 0111)
Development of CNC manufacturing for diffractive optics and Fresnel lenses (2024 VFE 0007)
Development of a manufacturing execution system (MES) with production data acquisition (PDA) (2025 INP 0015)
Scaling strategy for the systematic commercialization of customer-specific key components made of hard brittle materials (2025 INP 0138)
Development of new mechanical polishing processes for high-precision glass components (2024 INP 0111)
The project aims to significantly improve the achievable surface roughness and shape deviations of current manufacturing technology. This should enable the increasing market demands for high-precision glass components to be met. Within the project, various tool systems are to be evaluated, qualified, and tested. The project, which is funded by the Free State of Thuringia, is co-financed by the European Social Fund (ESF) Plus (www.esf-thueringen.de). It is funded under the FTI guideline (PERSONEN).
Development of CNC manufacturing for diffractive optics and Fresnel lenses (2024 VFE 0007)
The aim of the project is to develop a manufacturing technology for the direct CNC production of complex three-dimensional components. The main focus is on increasing the dimensional accuracy of the geometry compared to current manufacturing technology. In addition to increasing accuracy, the aim is to reduce the development time for complex component geometries. The project, which is funded by the Free State of Thuringia, is co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). It is funded under the FTI guideline (TECHNOLOGY).
Development of a manufacturing execution system (MES) with production data acquisition (PDA) (2025 INP 0015)
This R&D project aims to develop an MES with integrated BDE that can be seamlessly integrated into the existing ERP system. Production processes are to be optimized through real-time data acquisition of various machine parameters and the use of modular software. The project, which is funded by the Free State of Thuringia, is co-financed by the European Social Fund (ESF) Plus (www.esf-thueringen.de). It is funded under the FTI guideline (PERSONEN).
Scaling strategy for the systematic commercialization of customer-specific key components made of hard brittle materials (2025 INP 0138)
This project aims to systematically introduce ShapeFab's advanced manufacturing technology to selected target markets. Targeted pilot projects will translate technical advantages into business metrics and validate the technology for specific markets. The project, which is funded by the Free State of Thuringia, is co-financed by the European Social Fund (ESF) Plus (www.esf-thueringen.de). It is funded under the FTI guideline (PERSONEN).
Our promise
5-axis CNC machining of glass and ceramics at the highest level
Based on your specific specifications and requirements, we use our expertise in glass and ceramic CNC machining to customized precision parts and key components to develop and manufacture. These components are specially adapted to the individual needs of our customers and go far beyond conventional requirements for design and quality.
By integrating cutting-edge technologies and working closely with a team of proven experts, we strive to continuously expanding the limits of what is technically feasible. We look forward to taking on new demanding challenges.
What makes ShapeFab technology unique?
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Using our manufacturing technology as well as a high degree of automation, even special designs in small quantities can be produced economically and on short notice.
Highest manufacturing accuracy
The basis for maximum quality requirements is the use of high-precision 5-axis CNC machining centers in combination with our innovative technologies.
Innovative design
By combining different manufacturing processes on one machine and using 3D CNC machining, completely new possibilities in component design are created.