About us At Freiberg Instruments, innovation drives everything we do Challenge accepted Empowering Progress, Delivering Precision Freiberg Instruments is committed to empowering market leaders and researchers with cutting-edge measurement technologies that enhance efficiency, precision, and sustainability. By closely collaborating with our customers, we create tailored solutions, backed by expert training, dependable support, and seamless maintenance services. With every product, we strive to exceed expectations, ensuring measurable success in today’s competitive landscape. Our mission is to provide cutting-edge measurement technology to future market leaders and forward-thinking researchers, empowering them to enhance their efficiency and precision. This commitment is reflected in our strong focus on customer-centricity. We work closely with clients to understand their specific needs and provide tailored solutions, backed by comprehensive training, support, and maintenance services. Engineered for your Success Why Freiberg Instruments? We specialize in simplifying complexity by offering customized measurement solutions tailored to your unique needs. With over 20 years of expertise across a wide range of industries, we bring depth knowledge and innovative approaches to every project. At Freiberg Instruments, we understand your needs and speak your language. Our commitment to genuine service ensures that you receive the support and solutions you can trust. We focus on streamlining your processes and maximizing efficiency. Our solutions are designed to seamlessly integrate into your operations, providing optimal cost-benefit ratios that help you maintain a competitive edge. Together, we pave the way for your continued success with reliable, future-proof solutions. Freiberg Instruments at a Glance Global Expertise Headquartered in Freiberg, Germany, with a branch office in Shanghai, China, and 11 sales offices worldwide. Trusted Solutions Over 3,000 metrology systems installed globally. Tailored for You Customizable systems designed to meet specific needs. Sustainability Focus EcoVadis Bronze-rated, aiming for Gold by 2030. Reliability You Can Count On Built with German engineering precision, our products delivering consistent results with low maintenance needs. We empower future market leaders and visionary researchers with cutting-edge measurement technology—driving efficiency, precision, and innovation at every step. Dr. Kay Dornich CEO Achieving the Exceptional Together Our key strengths We turn success into measurable results. Whether you’re facing complex measurement challenges or specialized process requirements, our focus is on driving the productive success of your business. Freiberg Instruments is here to provide the tailored metrology and automation solutions you need. Innovation is built on experience. We offer you valuable competitive advantages with our cutting-edge, customizable technology, engineered in Germany. Proven Precision: High-precision products with consistent reproducible results and optimal cost-efficiency. Optimized Efficiency : Our systems are engineered to maximize throughput. With a global network of experienced engineers, we provide local support wherever you are. All-in-One Solutions : Comprehensive support from development to production, with seamlessly integrated in-house expertise. Net Zero by 2040 Our Sustainability Commitment Sustainability is at the core of Freiberg Instruments. We are committed to eco-friendly practices, targeted energy savings, and maintaining high occupational health and safety standards. Our roadmap aims for net-zero operations by 2030 and across the entire value chain by 2040. Together, we innovate responsibly for a greener, sustainable future. Learn more Constantly advancing Our Journey From a university spin-off to a global leader, Freiberg Instruments has consistently pushed boundaries: 2005 | Founded as a spin-off from TU Bergakademie Freiberg With a vision to revolutionize material characterization and quality assurance, we specialize in developing cutting-edge measurement technologies that empower industries and research institutes to achieve unparalleled precision and efficiency. 2018 | Expanded production capacity Freiberg Instruments doubled its production capacity with a new addition to its headquarters in Freiberg, Germany. The expansion included a modern production and testing area alongside a fully automated CNC machine facility. This upgrade streamlined operations by consolidating production and application teams under one roof, reducing costs and lead times. 2020 | Opened Shanghai office, marking a key milestone in Asia Freiberg Instruments expanded its global presence with the opening of a new office in Shanghai. This strategic move brought the company closer to its clients in China and Southeast Asia, enabling stronger collaboration with innovative companies, research institutes, and universities. CEO Dr. Kay Dornich highlighted the region's vast opportunities and the office's role in supporting the growing single crystal growth and processing industries. 2021 | Innovation Award: TOP 100 seal Freiberg Instruments received the prestigious TOP 100 seal, celebrating its innovative strength among Germany's leading medium-sized companies. The award recognized the company’s systematic approach to innovation, with groundbreaking solutions that set new standards in measurement technology. These innovations are widely utilized in industries like semiconductors and silicon carbide manufacturing, demonstrating a commitment to driving technological progress and meeting evolving market demands. 2023 | Relaunched our Brand Freiberg Instruments with over 3,000 installations worldwide We proudly relaunched our brand, Freiberg Instruments, marking a new chapter in our journey of innovation and growth. With over 3,000 installations worldwide, our solutions continue to set the standard for precision and reliability across various industries. This relaunch reflects our commitment to progress, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of technological advancements while maintaining strong relationships with our global customer base. 2023 | Strong partnerships – teamed up with Malvern Panalytical and Ajuba In 2023 marked a significant milestone for Freiberg Instruments as six X-ray diffraction (XRD) instruments were acquired by Malvern Panalytical. This collaboration highlights the exceptional quality and innovation of our technology, now extending its impact through a global leader in material analysis. In the same year, Freiberg Instruments formed a strategic partnership with Ajuba Solutions to strengthen the semiconductor ecosystem in India. This collaboration combines Freiberg Instruments' advanced analytical solutions with Ajuba's regional expertise, enabling innovative support for India's growing semiconductor industry. 2025 | Celebrating 20 years of innovation with doubling again our production capacity 20 years driven by innovation—now, we are doubling our production capacity once again. We are building a state-of-the-art, climate-controlled production hall dedicated to semiconductor manufacturing equipment. This expansion reflects our commitment to the future, integrating cutting-edge technologies such as CNC milling with robotics, waterjet cutting, and sustainable energy solutions through a photovoltaic system. This investment will enable us to meet growing demand while continuing to deliver innovative, high-quality solutions. 2040 | Achieving net-zero by 2030 and and across the entire value chain by 2040 In 2040, Freiberg Instruments will have achieved its ambitious sustainability goals, reaching net-zero emissions across the entire value chain. Our commitment to eco-friendly practices, energy efficiency, and high occupational health and safety standards has been integral to this journey. By 2030, we will have already achieved net-zero operations, and by 2040, we will ensure that sustainability is embedded throughout our entire supply chain. Together, we are driving innovation for a greener, more sustainable future. Discover more Our people Learn more Quality and Certification Learn more News Learn more