Research in a Green EnvironmentThe IAB develops new equipment, processes, and materials for the construction industry – set in a green environment to foster creativity and provide sustainable inspiration.
- Hot, Light, & Sustainable
The Recycling Innovations from our Rotary Kiln – Future-Oriented Product and Process Developments on an Industrial Scale.
- Nighttime Visibility Redefined
The long-glowing road marking increases traffic safety at night while allowing energy savings.
- Innovation needs minds like yours!
From the first idea to a top position: we offer opportunities for students, young professionals, and experienced experts.
Weimar Institute of Applied Construction Research
Demonstrating high-profile Expertise & strong Ability to innovate for more than 30 Years
For more than 30 years, the IAB – Institut für Angewandte Bauforschung Weimar gGmbH (Weimar Institute of Applied Construction Research – a non-profit organisation) – has been demonstrating its high-profile expertise and strong ability to innovate. With more than 100 employees, we support our customers and partners by conducting research and development and providing services that cater to practical requirements in the industry. To retain your competitive edge in the long term, we can join forces with you to develop new products, technologies and processes. Get first-hand information about our range of services and our interdisciplinary approach – and benefit from our scientific expertise and hands-on experience.
Prepared for the Future
What we explore is based on the challenges of the times and has tangible benefits. The institute's own experimental and laboratory buildings themselves serve as complex experimental facilities.
Construction Research for Practice
Research and development determine the performance and competitiveness of companies. Technological progress becomes a decisive success factor with increasing globalization.
Transfer of Knowledge and Experiences
We organize science-based, market-oriented continuing education measures such as our IAB Science Days. The place where science and industry meet to exchange know-how and experiences.
IAB-Performance
Current key figures of our institute