LKR - Leichtmetallkompetenzzentrum Ranshofen GmbH
The AIT Austrian Institute of Technology is Austria’s largest research and technology organization. As a subsidiary of the AIT, LKR Leichtmetallkompetenzzentrum Ranshofen GmbH forms the “Light Metals Technologies Ranshofen” business unit of the AIT Center for Low-Emission Transport. The 50-strong LKR team researches into lightweight construction for vehicles as an overall concept, from materials to process technology to material-related structural design. The research focuses on the lightweight metals aluminium and magnesium for the development of efficient, safe and environmentally compatible mobility solutions. Scientific excellence, many years’ experience of lead-managing international research projects and an outstanding team of scientists are the hallmarks of LKR Leichtmetallkompetenzzentrum Ranshofen.
Key Activities
- Lightweight Components
- Premium Lightmetal Alloys
- Sustainable Lightmetal Processing
- Wire-based Additive Manufacturing (WAM)
Ownership
- AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH 100%
