FIATEC joins CERTANIA

Industry leader in aerosol filter assessment joins CERTANIA for continued excellence and growth

Industry leader in aerosol filter assessment joins CERTANIA for continued excellence and growth

Kulmbach/Munich, Germany, September 7, 2023 - Fiatec GmbH, a leading expert in aerosol filter assessment with nearly 25 years of experience, has joined the rapidly growing CERTANIA Group in the testing, inspection and certification industry. This strategic move allows Fiatec to maintain its entrepreneurial independence while benefiting from the resources of a larger group to continue to provide world-class customer service and support growth.

Founded in 1999 as a spin-off of the Institute of Toxicology and Aerosol Research (ITA) of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft, Fiatec GmbH has developed into a globally trusted provider specializing in objective evaluations of aerosol filters and adsorbents in various applications. With independently acquired expertise, Fiatec GmbH conducts thorough evaluations of aerosol filters that serve as the basis for product validation, innovation and optimization.

Fiatec's clientele spans various industries, including the automotive sector, ventilation and building technology and cleanroom technology. The world's leading energy producers, manufacturers of room air purifiers and renowned clients in the mobility sector rely on the test results of this highly specialized industry leader.

Matthias Eber and Steffan Trnetschek, both Managing Directors of Fiatec, welcome joining CERTANIA and emphasize the alignment of expertise in aerosol filter evaluation with CERTANIA's commitment to innovation and quality. CERTANIA, known for creating a growth ecosystem for mid-sized, knowledge-leading companies, offers an entrepreneurial model that enables continuous delivery of superior customer value. Partner companies, including Fiatec, benefit from entrepreneurial freedom that enables quick decision-making and trust-based customer relationships.

Karsten Xander, managing director of CERTANIA, welcomes Fiatec GmbH and extends an invitation to other entrepreneurs and company owners in scientific, laboratory, and compliance services to join the group. CERTANIA aims to build a long-lasting group where partner companies flourish while retaining their identity within a future-proof structure.