ARCHITECTURAL FOCUS
NEW INFRATEC BUILDING COMPLETE
STATE-OF-THE-ART OFFICES AND GENEROUS PRODUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT AREAS OPEN UP ROOM FOR INNOVATION
In April 2024 , the process of constructing the new extension building at InfraTec GmbH Infrarotsensorik und Messtechnik reached its completion after less than two and a half years . The new space provides InfraTec employees with not only generously proportioned , air-conditioned offices , but also the height-adjustable desks and ergonomic office chairs that have become a familiar sight on InfraTec ’ s premises . Gone are the days of long treks to find a coffee machine or tea shelf – now , each floor features a dedicated hot drinks area alongside the inviting break room . With the new building complete , the process of renovating the offices and other spaces in the existing building is now underway .
In addition to the new offices , spacious production and development areas for thermography cameras and infrared detectors have been established over a total area of 2700 m ².
Significantly more capacity has also been created for radiometric calibration of infrared cameras – the most important step in the process of refining these devices so that they can be used for temperature measurement . Following successful testing , the production department has adopted a newly developed calibration machine with sophisticated , fully automated technology . Its higher throughput , improved accuracy and enhanced technical parameters provide a solid basis for calibrating current and future generations of InfraTec thermography cameras in line with the needs of discerning customers working in research , development and quality assurance .
Energy Efficiency in Focus
Right from the earliest stages of planning the new building , the focus was on creating an energyefficient structure aligned with Germany ’ s KfW55 efficiency standard . With triple-glazing , enhanced heat insulation on the roof and facade , plus a photovoltaic system with an output of 100 kWp supplying the cleanroom with green electricity *, the building now demonstrates outstanding energy credentials .
A Firm Commitment to Dresden as a Business Hub
Backed by investment to the tune of 20 million euros , the completed building marks InfraTec ’ s largest
In addition to the new offices , spacious production and development areas for thermography cameras and infrared detectors have been established over a total area of 2700 m ².
construction project to date and clearly illustrates the company ’ s commitment to Dresden as the home of its headquarters and production activities . InfraTec has been producing and developing its products at the TechnologieZentrumDresden business park location in the south of the city for more than 30 years . Back in 2018 , the company purchased property at the location and then significantly extended it to include a new cleanroom and office wing for the sensor technology division over the period leading up to the end of 2020 .
The extension work completed during that year marked another milestone in optimising InfraTec ’ s manufacturing structure and creating more production capacity . In the future , InfraTec will be well placed to respond to the rising demand for infrared cameras and detectors , almost 70 % of which it exports worldwide . * The project has been funded by the Development Bank of Saxony ( Sächsische Aufbaubank ) through its funding programme aimed at improving regional economic structures ..
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