ABOUT
“Our mission is to engineer and supply advanced CFRP systems that enhance structural efficiency, minimise lifecycle impact, and elevate the performance standards of infrastructure across aerospace, industrial, marine, and civil sectors.”
CREATING THE FUTURE OF STRUCTURAL PERFORMANCE
Carbo-Link is a Swiss-based advanced composite manufacturer that combines high-performance material science, cutting-edge design, and optimised manufacturing processes with a deep commitment to innovation. Founded in 2000 as a commercial spin-off from EMPA, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology, Carbo-Link builds on a legacy of carbon fibre innovation dating back to 1978. With over four decades of foundational research and practical know-how in composite systems, Carbo-Link has pioneered the industrial application of CFRP solutions in demanding environments.
Carbo-Link specialises in the design, engineering, and manufacture of lightweight composite tension members and bespoke CFRP structural components, specifically designed for high-load, high-performance applications. The product portfolio spans custom-engineered cables, tubes, and structural elements known for their exceptional stiffness, strength, and durability. Whether used in new construction or the rehabilitation of ageing infrastructure, Carbo-Link's CFRP solutions contribute to long-lasting, efficient, and more sustainable superstructures.
For more than 20 years, Carbo-Link has led key industry milestones - from delivering the first CFRP pendants to Liebherr in 2003 to supplying the Stadtbahnbrücke, the world's first railway bridge fully supported by CFRP cables. Carbo-Link is proud to be AS9100D Aerospace & Defence Certified since 2016 and Germanischer Lloyd Certified, reinforcing our commitment to quality, reliability, and safety.
All design and engineering take place at Carbo-Link’s headquarters near Zurich, Switzerland, with manufacturing occurring across two state-of-the-art facilities—one located at the headquarters and the other in Bremerhaven, Germany. Every process is subject to rigorous testing and quality controls, ensuring the precision and performance that global clients demand.
At Carbo-Link, we redefine what is structurally possible.
OUR VALUES
SWISS PRECISION
Rooted in Swiss engineering heritage, we deliver quality, certainty, and reliability at every stage.
CHALLENGE CONVENTION
We push boundaries and question assumptions to drive smarter, lighter, more durable solutions.
INNOVATE THROUGH SCIENCE
We harness advanced material science to solve today’s toughest structural challenges.
CO-CREATE WITH PURPOSE
We collaborate closely with our clients to align on outcomes and tailor solutions that deliver results.
Carbo-Link AG: Zürich, Switzerland
Carbo-Link’s headquarters are located just outside Zurich, Switzerland, and serve as the central hub for research, development, and innovation. This site houses the engineering, design, QMS, and project management teams, and is where the majority of Carbo-Link's products are manufactured.
The facility is equipped with advanced composite manufacturing and processing equipment, including:
5-axis CNC machines for the precise machining of composite and metallic components
Automated Tape Laying (ATL) and Automated Fibre Placement (AFP) systems to enable accurate, repeatable composite layups for complex geometries
Autoclave processing, which ensures high-quality consolidation and curing of composite structures under elevated pressure and temperature conditions
CNC plotters are used for cutting composite prepregs and auxiliary materials with high accuracy
The Zurich facility is central to Carbo-Link’s ability to design and produce custom CFRP structural solutions for a range of applications, including aerospace, civil infrastructure, and marine industries.
Carbo-Link GmbH: Lemwerder, Bremen, Germany
Carbo-Link GmbH, located in Lemwerder near Bremen, Germany, represents a strategic expansion of Carbo-Link's manufacturing capabilities to support the production of larger-scale composite components. The facility is located in a former Airbus site, repurposed and optimised for the manufacture and assembly of large carbon structures, specifically masts, booms and spreaders for the marine industry.
Key capabilities of the Lemwerder site include:
A 72-meter autoclave, suitable for curing large composite parts such as carbon spars, masts, booms, and spreaders
5-axis CNC machining for high-precision trimming, drilling, and shaping of large composite assemblies
CNC plotters for the accurate cutting of reinforcement materials used in layup processes
This facility enables Carbo-Link to meet the growing demands of large structural composite projects, especially in marine and aerospace applications.
AS9100D Aerospace & Defense Certified
As a supplier of primary structural components, the adoption of the AS9100D quality management system lays the foundation for the consistent supply of products and services that meet customer and applicable statutory and/or regulatory requirements. By adopting a universal quality system, implementing risk-oriented management processes, and striving for continuous improvement, we are committed to fundamental strategic initiatives that improve quality, delivery performance, and cost efficiencies at every level.
Product and process development at Carbo-Link follows this consistent quality management system from raw material acquisition and preparation through to manufacture and solution integration. Advanced engineering and manufacturing processes enable Carbo-Link to operate within minimal tolerances, adhering to a zero-error principle. A tailor-made ERP system offers a seamless, secure, and integrated solution for tracking all components throughout their entire life cycle.
Quality Assurance
Both the Zurich and Lemwerder facilities operate under Carbo-Link’s AS9100D certification.
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