Pioneer in Aluminum Electronics
From atmospheric plasma technology to industrial aluminum-based electronics – enabling the transition beyond copper.
Founded 2012
Plasma Innovations GmbH
Plasma Innovations GmbH was founded in Austria in 2012 with a clear focus on atmospheric plasma technology and advanced surface functionalization for industrial applications. From the outset, the company has specialized in enabling new material combinations and manufacturing approaches through plasma-based processes – acting as a bridge between material science, process engineering, and industrial scalability.
Industrial Network
Part of the INO Group
Today, Plasma Innovations is part of the INO Group, an industrial technology network with decades of experience in surface technology, special machine construction, and industrial process engineering. This embedded position provides long-term stability, industrial depth, and access to a broad technology ecosystem.
230+ Employees
Across the entire INO Group network
Decades of Experience
In industrial technology
Technology Pioneer
Pioneer in Aluminum Electronics
FLEXXALUMINA® is a proprietary technology platform for the next generation of printed circuit boards. Based on our deep plasma expertise, Plasma Innovations has positioned itself as a technology pioneer for aluminum-based electronics.
We have developed a scalable, industrially proven manufacturing approach that, for the first time, allows aluminum to be used as an electrical conductor in PCBs and flexible circuits instead of copper – without fundamentally altering established electronics manufacturing processes.
The result: new design and cost advantages, higher material efficiency, and a forward-looking path for high-performance, more sustainable electronics.
Technology Platform
FLEXXALUMINA® Technology Platform
FLEXXALUMINA® is not a conventional PCB product line. It is an industrial technology platform for the development, qualification, and scaling of aluminum-based electronics.
Aluminum Conductors
Manufacturing Compatible
Cost Advantage
Sustainability
Lower weight and improved sustainability profiles
Validated
Industrial validation through pilot and series production
Controlled
Plasma Innovations defines and controls the core technology
System Architect
Role in the FLEXXALUMINA® Ecosystem
Within the broader FLEXXALUMINA® ecosystem, Plasma Innovations acts as the technology originator and system architect:
- Process development for functional surfaces
- Definition of aluminum-specific design and process standards
- Industrial qualification and reliability validation
- Technology transfer to licensed manufacturers
Manufacturing is deliberately partner-based to ensure scalability, regional flexibility, and independence – without creating central production bottlenecks.
Platform Thinking
From Surface Technology to Platform Thinking
What began as a surface technology company has evolved into a platform-driven enabler for next-generation electronics. By combining atmospheric plasma expertise with a structured partner model, Plasma Innovations enables the transition from copper-dominated electronics to a more cost-efficient, lighter, and sustainable aluminum-based future.
FLEXXALUMINA® represents this transformation: a controlled technology platform – designed for industrial reality, global scalability, and long product lifecycles.
Partnership
Partnership Model Overview
FLEXXALUMINA® pursues a partner-first industrialization strategy. Instead of building centralized production capacities, the platform grows through licensing agreements and joint ventures with established PCB manufacturers and industrial partners.
Licensing Model
The licensing model enables PCB manufacturers to add aluminum electronics to their existing portfolio.
Licensed partners gain access to:
- Validated aluminum conductor technology
- Defined material stacks and process windows
- Technical support during integration
- Alignment with long-term material and supply chain trends
Core Principle: Partners remain fully independent. No customer displacement. Copper-based products remain unaffected.
Collaboration in an Industrial Environment
Who We Partner With
The partnership model is designed for:
- Established PCB manufacturers
- System integrators with manufacturing capabilities
- Industrial corporations with regional production needs
All partnerships follow clearly defined rules regarding technology access, governance, and market and customer boundaries.
Technology Platform
FLEXXALUMINA® Technology Platform
FLEXXALUMINA® is our technology platform for the development, qualification, and scaling of aluminum-based electronics across applications and markets.
Core Technology Principles
Fundamental standards across the entire platform
Design & Process Standards
Aluminum-specific rules and material stack definitions
Validation Frameworks
Reliability and lifetime test protocols
Continuous Refinement
Based on pilot projects and series feedback
Platform Role
Role in the Global Partner Network
This structure separates technology ownership, industrial execution, and regional scaling.
Plasma Innovations
Technology Originator and System Architect
FLEXXALUMINA® Technology Platform
Industrial Technology Platform and Brand
Licensed Partners
Manufacture locally under defined areas and governance
Long-Term Perspective
Long-term technology governance as the foundation for scaling and stability. Our clear technology governance creates the basis for reliable industrialization and long-term growth. It enables:
- high-performance multi-partner ecosystems
- a globally scalable manufacturing network
- long-term stable product lifecycles
In the continuous advancement of aluminum-based electronics, our governance ensures that technological innovation always goes hand in hand with industrial robustness and process stability.
Intellectual Property
IP & Technology Control
Plasma Innovations retains control over core technology definitions, critical process know-how, and IP at the platform level.
Partners receive defined usage rights depending on:
- License scope
- Joint venture structure
- Application area
This structure protects: Long-term technology integrity, partner investments, and platform scalability.
Interested in collaborating with FLEXXALUMINA®?
Contact us to explore partnership or cooperation opportunities.