SILSEF is a performing SME specialised in nano-patterned functional surfaces, in particular for optics (anti-reflection, diffraction/decoration) and wetting engineering. It develops innovative and patented technologies to create high performance surfaces combining bulk (chemical) properties with those generated by nano-imprint (physical) patterning on semiconductors, metals, glass and polymers. SILSEF is involved in funded projects (ANR, DGA/Astrid Maturation, Eurostars) and joint- development with customers. It shares a 2.000m2 semiconductor plant with Silicon wafer manufacturer Sil’Tronix near Annecy with cleanrooms and various caharcterisation tools. Wetting control is a strategic area under development through academic partnerships (NILAB open Innovation platform). In particular, SiLSEF currently has a PhD student focused on hydrophobic coatings in collaboration with LMI lab in Lyon.

Targeted industries

Water treatments, Transport, Renewable energy, Medical device, Optics and electronics, Packaging

Key interests

Optics, Functional films (packaging and electronics), Nano-enabled flexible glass, plastic and metal (including flexible electronics, Photovoltaics, heat exchangers and electrochromic envelopes), Nano-enabled surfaces for energy storage, Nano-enabled elements for blades and composites, Micro-electronics, Fatigue assessment of large offshore steel structures, Influence of corrosion on fatigue resistance of high-strength bolts, Graphene, Equipment exposed to harsh conditions , Tribological coatings/surfaces

Upscaling facilities

Texturing during moulding, Roll 2 roll texturing

Testing facilities

Icing conditions, Harsh industrial conditions, Water filtration, Climate chamber

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