IMTech main focus areas:
The Institute of Metallurgical Technologies and Digital Transformation (IMTech) was established as a unique workplace with the certification of a research and development institution in cooperation with industrial partners. This exceptional project connects the academia of the Technical University of Košice with the industrial environment in Slovakia and abroad.
IMTech is a modern scientific research facility with a high reputation. It cooperates with universities, research institutions and companies from all over the world. We are convinced that through our activities and services we can contribute to the development of the industrial environment on the domestic and foreign market and thus to the overall strengthening of the competitiveness of companies that choose our services.
Metallurgy of metals
- IMTech's focus within metal manufacturing is on the development and optimization of metal manufacturing processes, from feedstock to final products. This includes processes such as feedstock processing, smelting, refining and casting.
- The Institute focuses on the development and optimization of steelmaking processes, from the preparation of raw materials, through pig iron production in blast furnace, steelmaking in basic oxygen furnace (BOF) and electric arc furnace (EAF), to secondary metallurgy and continuous steel casting.
- IMTech is involved in the development and optimization of metal casting processes, from traditional processes such as sand casting to advanced die casting and 3D metal printing technologies.
Business management of applied technologies
IMTech focuses on research and application of management concepts and methods in the field of industrial technology. This includes areas such as strategic planning, project management, marketing and innovation management.
Industrial digitalization and prototyping
Focus on the development and implementation of digital technologies in industry. This includes areas such as the industrial Internet of Things (IoT), data analytics, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML) and automation. IMTech also offers prototyping services for the development and testing of new products and processes.
Sustainability of the industry
IMTech focuses on research and implementation of sustainable development strategies in industry. This includes areas such as product life cycle analysis, energy efficiency, recycling and environmental protection. IMTech also advises companies on compliance with environmental legislation.
Energy and alternative energy sources in industry
IMTech focuses on research and development of energy efficient technologies and the use of alternative energy sources in industry. This includes areas such as cogeneration, renewable energy and energy management. The Institute also offers advice to companies on reducing energy intensity and greenhouse gas emissions.
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