IVAM Microtechnology Network
SmartMembranes manufactures not only membranes on customers‘ request, the company also develops new processes and products around the core business. Possible applications are found in the fields of filtration, sensor technology and diagnostics (biochips). By the means of defined surface functionalization the membranes are used for micro reactors or catalysts, e.g. as fuel cell electrodes. Newest developments show the needs for surface structuring using the porous structures as templates.
SmartMembranes is the leading manufacturer of high-ordered porous materials from alumina and silicon with defined and adjustable membrane properties and structure parameters.
SmartMembranes produces macro- und nanoporous structures from silicon and alumina. Our standard products SmartPor and MakroPor show a high-ordered structure with a low standard deviation in the pore diameter. The structure parameters, such as the pore size, the lattice constant, the porosity and the membranes thickness can be adjusted to the customer's needs.
We can customize our products according to the requirements of our customers within a joint development. One part can be e.g, the silanization which allows hydrophoby/hydrophily of the pores.
The membranes can be used as templates for the creation of nanostructures. The galvanic deposition of metals or metal oxides as well as polymer wetting allow the approach towards novel nanotubes and nano bars.
Possible applications are found in the fields of filtration, sensor technology and diagnostics (biochips). They can be implemented in gas and liquid filtration, as well as as safety membrane against contamination (dust, bacteria, viruses). By the means of defined surface functionalization the membranes are used for micro reactors or catalysts.
SmartMembranes offers R&D services around the core business in order to develop innovative products for various applications. These are ususally joint developments with customers and research partners in order to commercialize novel products in different markets.
