Our vision - To program surfaces based on nature's example
Our sustainable deep-tech solution gives industrial surfaces outstanding functions to replace traditional resource-intensive processes. SurFunction offers the key to revolutionizing surfaces with impact in a wide range of application areas.
SurFunction - pioneer of responsible surface technologies
Surfaces are everywhere, they shape the world we live in. All we see are surfaces. We believe that nature creates the best and most sustainable surfaces, be it the lotus effect, a butterfly or the efficiency of a shark skin. That’s exactly where we start.
Operating since 2021, we are focusing on the industrialization of “Direct Laser Interference Patterning Technology”, which makes it possible to transform natural phenomena into attractive industrial solutions. With this technology we can project a variety of environmentally friendly surface structures onto almost any material. The possibilities are endless, be it in the areas of mobility, energy, mechanical engineering or medicine. We create low-friction surfaces, make them antibacterial, control wetting or reduce wear.
With the acquisition of Surcoatec GmbH in 2025, we are the first European provider to offer micro- and nanostructuring, high-performance physical coatings and series production from a single source – scalable, reproducible and sustainable.
SurFunction is the key to revolutionizing products and a partner for surfaces with impact.
Services
We provide holistic surface solutions throughout the manufacturing process.

Technology
SurFunction offers a portfolio of complementary technologies for the surface functionalization of your products. Particularly innovative is the use of laser technology known as DLIP.
DLIP (Direct Laser Interference Patterning) on the ELIPSYS® PLATFORM
Complementary technology for high-performance surfaces
Material Intelligence – Characterization and Analysis
Fields of Application
Experience the ELIPSYS® platform and the advantages of the core DLIP technology.
Enhanced Connectivity
Optimized Friction & Wear
Hygienic Surfaces
Improved Security
Tailored Wetting
Increased Absorption
News & Events
Blech-Expo in Stuttgart, from 21.10. to 24.10.2025
17th Blechexpo The declared aim of the trade fair association is to present the entire process chain of cold-forming sheet metal processing and the...
EMO Hannover, from 22 – 26 September 2025
EMO Hannover at a glance! Since it was founded in 1975, EMO has stood for innovation, internationality, inspiration and the future of metalworking...
PRESS RELEASE: SurFunction acquires Surcoatec – New European innovation leader for intelligent surface solutions is created
PRESS RELEASE SurFunction acquires Surcoatec – New European innovation leader for intelligent surface solutions is created Saarbrücken, 27th May...
Press Release: SurFunction strengthens management team with Alexander Hornung (CSO) and Dr. Daniel Müller (CTO)
PRESS RELEASE SurFunction strengthens management team with Alexander Hornung (CSO) and Dr. Daniel Müller (CTO) Saarbrücken, September 11, 2025 –...
Press Release – SurFunction opens up a new dimension of sustainable surfaces through DLIP integration of fiber laser technologies
PRESS RELEASE SurFunction opens up a new dimension of sustainable surfaces through DLIP integration of fiber laser technologies SurFunction GmbH, an...
Contact
Contact the team of experts at SurFunction GmbH. We would be happy to advise you on how to start the next generation of your products with DLIP.