Material developed.
Protection secured.
Protect materials.
Understand materials.
Protect processes or methods.
Safeguard innovation.
In materials engineering, it's often the “how” that determines the advantage. Whether it’s improved stability, greater resistance to temperature, or new processability—new materials are the product of intensive development. And this is exactly what makes them worthy of protection.
At FLACH BAUER & PARTNER, we're familiar with the unique aspects of materials engineering—and we speak your language. Our patent attorneys combine experience in chemistry, physics, and engineering. We have many years of practical experience, particularly in plastics engineering—both in terms of patent law and from a technical perspective. We know what matters—and how to develop carefully considered intellectual property rights based on this.
Structural advantage.
Technical mindset meets material-driven strategy.
The following is true in materials engineering: It's not just the material, but also the manufacturing process that is often the real key to innovation. That's exactly why we ensure strategic protection for both these things—and show why your solution is technically superior.
Whether it's lightweight construction, polymers, additives, coatings, or functional materials—we formulate patents that have substance, technical depth, and good enforceability.
For development, process engineering, and product teams
We like to get involved early on—even during the test setup or pilot phase. Whether it’s filing an application, defending or providing support as an external IP unit: We will contribute ideas–based on the technology. We are also a reliable partner for DE/EU intellectual property rights for international law firms and manufacturers.
Startups.
Without in-house IP structure—with innovative materials.
SMEs.
Practical support for R&D and management, without in-house IP unit.
Mid-tier companies.
With in-house development or production.
Corporations.
As a supplement to internal IP teams.
Materials engineering needs
protection with depth
Material properties alone are not enough—protection should also take into account the process or method, the application, and the competition. We deliver just that—from Rosenheim, for companies in the EU and DACH region.
Our materials engineering services
- Technical evaluation and protection strategy
- Patent application for materials and processes/methods
- Comparative reasoning and optimization of scope of protection
- International filing strategies
- Enforcement and defense
- Portfolio management
Let's get started!
Whether it's a new material or a new process—we’re all set.
“We protect what holds it all together.”