- Address
Hollerithallee 8
30419Hannover
Germany
Description
As an independent non-profit research institute for photonics and laser technology, the Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. (LZH) stands for innovative research, development, and consulting. The LZH was founded in 1986 to conduct interdisciplinary research and development in laser technology, bringing together research, practice, and training specialists close to the industry.
The interdisciplinary cooperation of scientists and engineers enables innovative approaches in various fields: from component development for specific laser systems to process development for laser applications, for example for medical technology or lightweight construction in the automotive sector. Currently, almost 200 people are employed at the LZH. The LZH is partly funded by the Lower Saxony Ministry of Economics, Transport, Building and Digitalization and located in is located in Hannover, Germany.
Our innovation fields stand for the future topics of photonics and laser technology. In these areas, we identify and initiate trends and thus contribute significantly to the further development of science, the economy, and industry.
Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V.
Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V.
Contact Person
Patricia Fischer
Equipment
The LZH has a well-equipped shop floor of about 1,400 m², 300 m² clean rooms and 28 labs.
Available equpiment is, e.g.:
- extensive range of laser and handling systems
- coating plants
- additive manufacturing systems
- optical microscopy
- optics and laser characterization
- Equipment Link
- LZH's website
Services
As a business-oriented research institute, the LZH works confidentially and independently of manufacturers to bring innovations to industry and SME. The LZH is a specialist in the field of photonics and laser technology. Natural scientists and mechanical engineers work together in an interdisciplinary way to meet clients' requirements. We support along the entire value chain: from individual optical components and customized laser systems to the development of processes and the required process technology and monitoring.
Our approach
We work closely with our clients and specifically address their challenges and requirements. Sound advice and confidential handling of all information are an integral part of our work.
Benefit from our experience of more than 30 years, our know-how from current research projects, and the large machine park of our shop floor and our well-equipped laboratories. We bring the findings from our joint work directly into production, accompanying the implementation and further steps.
Our clients can also benefit from our many years of experience in the acquisition of third-party funding. Together with them, we identify suitable funding opportunities and support in application process.
Our customers
- small and medium-sized enterprises
- large enterprises
- other research institutions
Our network
We have a strong network of manufacturing partners, service providers and other research institutions in Lower Saxony, Germany and beyond.
- Services Link
- LZH's services