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About the Chair

The Chair of Processing Machines/Processing Technology is part of the Institute of Natural Materials Technology. The primary focus of this chair is the development of innovative automation systems. Through the interdisciplinary integration of different areas of expertise, we develop custom solutions for the consumer goods industry. We focus particularly on the modularization and flexibilization of processes along the value chain.

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Profile

The Chair of Processing Machines/Processing Technology at TU Dresden combines research and implementation to develop pioneering solutions for the processing industry. With a focus on the optimization of machines, flexible process chains and resource-efficient technologies, we are shaping the future of processing technology. Find out more about our profile and our research focus!

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Team

The team at the Chair of Processing Machines/Processing Technology currently consists of 13 academic staff, 3 non-academic staff and 3 lecturers. Together we work on innovative solutions for the processing industry and support the next generation of engineers through practice-oriented teaching.

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Alumni

Our alumni shape the future of processing and packaging technology. Graduates of the Chair of Processing Machines/Processing Technology excel worldwide in a variety of fields, including the development of innovative machines, project management, and research.

Chair of Processing Machines/ Processing Technology

The Chair of Processing Machines/ Processing Technology at TU Dresden looks back on a 60-year tradition of research and teaching. Since its foundation, it has been dedicated to the development and design of machines and systems for the production of mass consumer goods, particularly in the field of packaged food. It combines classic mechanical engineering principles with the specific requirements of the consumer goods industry to create innovative solutions for modern and efficient manufacturing processes.

A particular focus is on the modularization and flexibilization of production processes in order to enable the efficient and sustainable production of consumer goods. Interdisciplinary research approaches are used to harmonize mechanical engineering possibilities with the complex challenges of industrial processing. The Chair sees itself as a competent partner to industry and develops pioneering technologies for a wide range of applications.

Students benefit from a practice-oriented education with close links to industry. They acquire sound knowledge in the analysis, development and optimization of processing machines and are prepared in a targeted manner for the requirements of the modern manufacturing industry. Internships and industry-related projects enable them to apply theoretical knowledge directly in practice.

The Chair's current core research areas include the investigation of processing properties and process modeling for polymer and natural fibre-based packaging materials as well as the analysis and optimization of industrial cleaning processes in the food industry. The use of state-of-the-art simulation and modeling methods sets new standards in processing and packaging technology.