Explore our core engineering product lines custom-fabricated for harsh industrial operating environments, medical diagnostic instruments, and specialized mobile machinery across the Graz metropolitan area.
Precision light guide film (LGF) design delivering uniform low-power luminance across all keys for nighttime and low-visibility control cab operation.
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Engineered continuous perimeter seal resisting high-pressure washdown, industrial oils, and environmental particulate ingress in plant automation.
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Integrated surface-mount micro-LEDs paired with laser-etched silicone or polycarbonate graphic masks for distinct status annunciators.
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Antimicrobial surface treatments formulated for hospital-grade disinfectant tolerance, designed for diagnostic systems and laboratory monitors.
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Ultra-slim profile offering superior shear resistance, IP65 perimeter sealing, and tailored pin-out terminations for embedded microcontrollers.
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Ruggedized industrial fascia featuring tactile snap domes rated to over 1,000,000 actuations for production machinery operator stations.
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Solid-state ITO touch sensing architecture combined with silicone or anti-glare PET films for seamless zero-wear operator interfaces.
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Stainless steel or hydroformed polyester tactile domes engineered for unmistakable snap ratio feedback in high-vibration instrumentation.
Explore SpecificationsA technical guide for Styrian hardware design engineers, systems integrators, and technical procurement specialists specifying custom silicone keymats and integrated switch matrix sub-assemblies.
We formulate medical and industrial-grade High Consistency Rubber (HCR) and Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) ranging from 30° to 70° Shore A durometer. Our cleanroom compounding minimizes volatile plasticizers, ensuring absolute low outgassing and broad thermal tolerance (-40°C to +200°C) compliant with REACH and RoHS standards.
Tactile perception is governed by the elastomeric web geometry. By tuning the wall angle (40° to 60°), thickness (0.3mm to 0.6mm), and travel depth (0.8mm to 2.5mm), we engineer a customized snap ratio [Snap Ratio = (F1 - F2) / F1] between 40% and 65%, guaranteeing unmistakable physical feedback even when operating through heavy work gloves.
We integrate diverse contact structures into compression-molded silicone tooling: low-resistance carbon pills (<100 Ω), gold-plated copper pills (<1 Ω) for mission-critical digital buses, and conductive carbon ink printing. Alternatively, the silicone web acts as an environmental actuator over stainless steel metal domes mounted on FR4 PCBs or flexible polyimide circuits.
To achieve razor-sharp illuminated legends without ambient light bleed, translucent silicone keymats undergo multi-stage automatic spray coating: a primary reflective translucent coat, a light-blocking black barrier, and a durable surface coat. Ultra-precise CNC laser ablation strips the top layer to reveal light paths illuminated by discrete SMT LEDs or Light Guide Films (LGF).
Unprotected silicone attracts debris and suffers abrasion under repeated mechanical cycles. We apply advanced top-coat technologies: matte polyurethane (PU) sprays for silky haptic feel, chemical-resistant Parylene vapor deposition, or clear epoxy resin capping that forms a high-gloss 3D lens resisting aggressive solvents, hydrocarbons, and mechanical abrasion.
Rather than relying on separate loose O-rings, our custom silicone keymats incorporate continuous perimeter sealing ribs, compression beads, and molded-in mounting bezels. Clamped against machined aluminum or injection-molded ABS/PC enclosures, this geometry creates an inherent IP65 to IP68 hermetic barrier that protects internal PCB electronics against driving rain and grit.
As the economic engine of Styria, Graz hosts world-class automotive tier-suppliers, renewable technology innovators, and medical engineering enterprises. Our manufacturing workflows are tailored to meet the strict technical standards of these regional sectors.
Graz is renowned globally for specialized contract vehicle manufacturing and propulsion engineering. Our custom silicone keypads and membrane switch arrays serve in-cabin secondary controls, off-highway agricultural vehicle cockpits, heavy crane remotes, and electric commercial vehicle telematics. Keypads withstand cabin thermal baking, extreme alpine freezing (-40°C), hydraulic fluid splash, and severe vibration profiles without mechanical de-bonding.
Situated in the heart of the Styrian Green Tech Valley, Graz equipment manufacturers engineer solar inverters, biomass heating boilers, smart power grid analyzers, and industrial recycling machinery. Operating in demanding outdoor or heavy-dust plant environments, these systems demand HMIs that maintain tactile response through thermal swings, resist UV embrittlement, and seal against rain washdown.
Graz's medical technology ecosystem develops precision patient diagnostics, laboratory centrifugal analyzers, dialysis consoles, and hospital monitoring gear. Our medical-grade silicone keypads feature seamless zero-crevice surfaces coated with antimicrobial polyurethane, allowing rigorous wipedown using active hospital disinfectants including isopropyl alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, and bleach solutions.
Identify the optimum interface technology based on your project's mechanical travel, environmental sealing, tooling budget, and expected life cycle count.
| Performance Parameter | Compression Silicone Keypad | Tactile Membrane Switch | Silicone-over-Membrane Hybrid | Capacitive ITO Glass/Film |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Key Travel & Feedback | 0.8 mm – 2.5 mm; cushioned rubber snap | 0.3 mm – 0.6 mm; crisp metal snap | 1.0 mm – 2.0 mm; true 3D travel + snap | 0.0 mm; zero travel (haptic buzzer) |
| Actuation Life Expectancy | 3,000,000 to 5,000,000 cycles | 1,000,000 to 3,000,000 cycles | 2,000,000 to 5,000,000 cycles | Virtually unlimited (solid state) |
| Glove-Operability | Outstanding (even heavy winter/work gloves) | Moderate (tactile snap feels muffled) | Outstanding (mechanical key alignment) | Low to Moderate (requires tuned IC) |
| Ingress Sealing Capability | IP65 – IP68 via molded gasket lip | IP65 – IP67 via continuous perimeter adhesive | IP67 – IP68 hermetic front fascia | IP68 continuous front glass/panel |
| Tooling Lead Time & Cost | Moderate (CNC steel compression mold) | Low (screen plates, die-cutting dies) | Moderate to High (silicone mold + circuitry) | Moderate to High (custom sensor layout) |
| Typical Graz Applications | Construction cab remotes, mining gear | Sterile medical panels, lab electronics | Industrial automation consoles, AVL dyno rigs | Luxury smart buildings, cleanroom kiosks |
How forward-looking procurement managers and mechanical engineering heads across Styria are balancing cost efficiency, supply resilience, and stringent EU regulatory compliance.
Austrian sustainability mandates are pushing equipment builders to document cradle-to-gate carbon footprints under EU CSRD frameworks. In response, we utilize low-energy platinum cure silicone systems, eliminate hazardous solvent-based inks, and provide complete Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and full IMDS reporting for automotive tier-supply integration.
Traditional flat overlays are increasingly replaced by hybrid interfaces: molded silicone keypads bonded directly over capacitive touch circuits or thin-film backlighting modules. This trend combines the sleek, modern styling demanded by Austrian industrial design studios with the unmistakable tactile safety required by European machinery safety directives.
To support Graz's rapid R&D sprint cycles, Austrian engineering teams demand functional prototypes within 7 to 10 days rather than months. Leveraging in-house mold-making and digital printing lines, we ship rapid validation samples followed by seamless volume production delivered directly to Graz via DDP terms with all EU customs and import clearance managed.
Combining three decades of precision manufacturing heritage with accredited third-party factory verifications and direct partnerships with multinational engineering leaders.
Equipped with high-precision CNC spark erosion and high-speed CNC milling centers, we fabricate compression and injection molds in-house, cutting tooling lead times and costs by over 40%.
Our senior mechanical R&D engineers evaluate your CAD 3D drawings (STEP, IGES), assessing draft angles, keymat snap ratios, and venting channels to prevent costly redesigns.
Every switch matrix and conductive pill circuit undergoes 100% automated electrical testing for contact resistance, short circuits, insulation resistance, and visual automated optical inspection (AOI).
Trusted supplier to international automation and power infrastructure powerhouses such as ABB and Emerson, consistently satisfying strict multi-tier supplier quality audits.
Clear, direct answers regarding custom tooling, Austrian import tariffs, compliance documentation, and rapid prototyping workflows.
Tooling for a custom compression silicone mold typically ranges from €800 to €2,500 depending on overall footprint, cavity count, and undercut complexity. Rapid prototype tooling is completed within 10 to 14 business days, delivering initial molded verification samples for fit-check and actuation force testing in your Graz facility.
Every raw silicone gum batch, pigment masterbatch, conductive pill, and adhesive tape (such as 3M 467MP / 468MP) is sourced strictly with traceable manufacturer certificates of analysis. We provide formal Full Material Declarations (FMD), RoHS/REACH compliance certificates, and non-use certificates for PFAS/SVHC chemicals.
Yes. We actively support Styrian hardware start-ups and Tier-1 prototyping divisions by offering low-volume pilot runs starting from as few as 1 to 50 pieces from pilot tooling. Once design freeze is established, production smoothly transitions to multi-cavity hardened steel tools producing tens of thousands of units monthly.
We support versatile delivery terms including EXW, FOB, CIF, and especially DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) Graz. Under DDP terms, our freight forwarding partners handle customs clearance, European import VAT, and door-to-door transit via Graz Airport (GRZ), Vienna International (VIE), or consolidated air/rail freight directly to your loading bay.
We test sample keymats on computerized force-displacement testers (ASTM F1578 compliant). You receive full test curves showing peak actuation force (F1), contact force (F2), tactile ratio percentage, and key return force. Every production lot is sampled and checked against your approved Master Drawing limits.
Yes. As a full-service HMI manufacturer, we provide turnkey assemblies: silicone rubber keymats bonded to FR4 PCBs, flexible polyimide circuits (FPC), or anodized aluminum support backers, equipped with pre-soldered SMT LEDs, resistors, and board-to-board connectors ready for line-side drop-in installation.
Submit your 2D CAD files, 3D STEP models, or project specifications. Our engineering team provides a detailed Design for Manufacturability (DFM) assessment, material stack-up proposal, and formal quote within 24 hours.
