Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology

The Fraunhofer Institute for Silicon Technology is a research facility in Itzehoe that focuses on developing semiconductors and microsystems. The building contains modern laboratories with special conditions where chips and components for various industries are produced.

The institute was founded in 1999 as part of the Fraunhofer Society, which supports research in Germany. Since then, it has become an important center for developing silicon technologies in northern Germany.

The institute works closely with universities and companies to share knowledge about modern technologies. Visitors can see how research and industry are connected here through joint projects.

The institute is located in Itzehoe and is accessible by public transport, which offers good connections to the city. Visitors should inquire in advance since not all areas are open to the public.

The institute operates its own production facilities, which allows it to manufacture microchips on an industrial scale. This is unusual because research institutions typically only develop products while manufacturing happens in separate factories.

Location: Itzehoe

Inception: 1999

Part of: Fraunhofer Society

Website: http://isit.fraunhofer.de

GPS coordinates: 53.95720,9.48278

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:22