Mhlbauer Advances Smart Manufacturing in Secure Identity Tech

From government credentials to financial transactions and IoT devices, secure identification and chip encapsulation technologies have become ubiquitous in modern life. Behind this global transformation stands Mühlbauer Group, a German company that has quietly evolved into a key enabler of these mission-critical systems over its four-decade journey.

Founded in 1981 and headquartered in Roding, Germany, Mühlbauer has grown from a regional player to an international technology solutions provider. The company operates across four core divisions: precision parts and systems (MPS), semiconductor products, document solutions, and TECURITY® security systems. With 3,500 employees worldwide, technical centers in Germany, Malaysia, Slovakia, the U.S., and Serbia, plus 35 sales and service locations, Mühlbauer maintains a robust global network to deliver cutting-edge solutions.

At the heart of Mühlbauer's operations lies its internal precision parts division, Mühlbauer Parts & Systems (MPS). This vertically integrated approach ensures manufacturing flexibility and quality control across its worldwide production facilities in Germany, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Malaysia, China, Slovakia, and Serbia. Supported by service centers spanning five continents, MPS enables rapid response to client needs while maintaining exacting standards for components used in automated production lines.

Mühlbauer's automation division specializes in customized production systems for secure document manufacturing, offering:

Advanced equipment like the SSH 2008/2 and ASH 10000 series apply security features including signature panels, holographic foils, and custom-designed elements for document authentication.

The MTT 2462 A system enables copper wire integration and RFID inlay manufacturing for smart cards, supported by precision tools like thermodes and ultrasonic cutters.

From the SSC 2502 collating system to the LP 5570 ecoLINE laminator, Mühlbauer's solutions handle PVC, PC, and PET-G materials with security pattern integration for high-volume production.

With over 300 completed identification projects globally, Mühlbauer's TECURITY® division provides government-grade solutions for border control, citizen ID programs, and authentication systems, leveraging three decades of field experience.

Mühlbauer's comprehensive smart card solutions include:

The SCM 5001 series offers automated cavity milling for IC modules across 130+ tool configurations, supporting PC, PVC, and hybrid card materials.

From the SCI 5001 implanting system to dual-interface solutions using MB TeConnect® technology, Mühlbauer enables reliable chip embedding with specialized adhesives and flexible bump techniques.

Mühlbauer continues to push boundaries in secure identification and semiconductor packaging, combining its global infrastructure with ongoing R&D investments. As digital security demands escalate worldwide, the company's integrated approach positions it at the forefront of smart manufacturing solutions for an increasingly connected world.