IVAM Microtechnology Network

The International Microtechnology Business Network

"Climate crisis, pandemics, digitalization, collapse of the healthcare system or demographic change: No matter what challenges await us in the future - microtechnology is part of the answer!"

International Network

IVAM creates trustful international connections between developers, manufacturers and users of high-tech products. The focus is on small and medium-sized enterprises and their needs as well as on representation of their interests.

Driver for Innovation

IVAM offers well-founded orientation in the high-tech landscape and provides valuable know-how, e.g. through expert groups or studies, on strategic questions concerning target markets, funding opportunities, application trends or innovation management.

Technology Marketplace

IVAM provides visibility to the technologies and products of its members: at international exhibitions and conferences as well as in virtual space via online meetings, online profiles, technical papers, blog and podcast and other publications.

Marketing Multiplier

Being found at the right time, in the right environment by the right customers: IVAM helps selling innovative high-tech products by supporting networking, contact building and internationalization as well as successful personnel marketing.

Valuable Partner

An IVAM membership saves valuable resources! With support in trade show organization, market research, acquisition of funding and project partners, PR & marketing campaigns, guides and networking events, IVAM accelerates business development and saves time, money and nerves in day-to-day business.

News

Matchmaking Event of IVAM and BVMed: Connecting MedTech and Microtechnology

28.04. Medical technology progress is based on a close technological partnership between component manufacturers, medical device companies and users. The goal is close cooperation and better interconnection of technology and medical expertise.
COMPAMED Innovation Forum 2023: High-tech sensor technology for innovative prevention and personalized therapy
30.03. The virtual COMPAMED Innovation Forum will focus on sensor technology for prevention and diagnostics on June 12, 2023.
Bonding, cleaning and coating: Laser technology makes the automotive industry more environmentally friendly
16.03. TRUMPF has developed laser technology solutions that enable the automotive industry to avoid chemical cleaning processes. In battery production, mini …
MD&M West 2023: International medical technology trade fair starts in early February in California
30.01. MD&M West in Anaheim is one of the largest international marketplaces for design and manufacturing in medical technology. The IVAM …
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Blog

Microtechnology is paving the way to a smart world

Microtechnology forms the basis for the development of innovative technologies and smart systems that improve our daily lives and open up new possibilities for the future. Overall, miniaturization technologies are …

IVAM Member Anniversaries: a big "Thank You" to long-standing members

Joining an organization or a network is always a strategic question - and for many small and medium-sized companies exactly the right strategy to drive their business forward in the …

Microfluidic Solutions for Medical and Diagnostics

Nowadays, there is a great need for highly efficient and accurate diagnostic systems. In order to save both time and money, you can transform passive diagnostic test into active microfluidic …

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Focus Groups

The IVAM Focus Groups bring together member companies and institutes on specific topics. In addition to the discussion of technological trends and industry-specific challenges, the range of topics also includes strategic issues and an open exchange of experience.

Active participation in the focus groups expands the personal network and provides impetus for a wide range of solutions. The topics dealt with are always geared to the specific needs and resources of international high-tech SMEs. Participants benefit in particular from exclusive, targeted information and effective networking at eye level.

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