Innovation Workshop

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Over the past two days, one focus at SiLi revolved around the future of our SiLibeads® glass and ceramic products. Together with experts from science, technology and our own team, we developed new ideas, applications and technologies in an intensive innovation workshop – always with the goal of further strengthening our innovative power and consistently advancing our mission and vision.

A special thank-you goes to our speakers and thought leaders:
Prof. Dr.-Ing. Thorsten Gerdes (University of Bayreuth / Keylab Glass Technology)
Prof. Harald Zimmermann (Deggendorf Institute of Technology / TAZ Spiegelau)
Georg Puchas (University of Bayreuth / Chair of Ceramic Materials)

Their insights into current trends in glass and ceramic research, novel process and material developments, and future applications broadened our perspective and provided many concrete starting points for new projects.

We also extend our sincere thanks to our hosts and workshop designers and facilitators, Dr. Petra Beermann and David Eder from the Institute for Entrepreneurship & Innovation (IEI) at the University of Bayreuth. With their experience in innovation methods, transfer and intrapreneurship, they structured and moderated our workshop and ensured that ideas turned into tangible next steps.

A big thank-you as well to all colleagues from Sales, Development, Production, Quality and Product Management for your energy, openness and creativity – you make the difference!

👉 With workshops like this, we are putting our strategy into action: As a specialized, international niche provider, we continuously advance SiLibeads® – innovative, sustainable and with a clear focus on creating value for our customers worldwide. 🌍✨