CEST - Kompetenzzentrum für elektrochemische Oberflächentechnologie

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Founded in 2008, CEST - Kompetenzzentrum für elektrochemische Oberflächentechnologie is a private headquartered in Wiener Neustadt, Austria with approximately 50-200 employees specializing in Hydrogen.

CEST is Austria's competence centre for applied electrochemistry and surface technology, founded in 2008. Operating across three locations (Wiener Neustadt, Linz, Tulln), the centre employs approximately 50 colleagues, over 90% of whom are scientists or technicians. The organization focuses on material science issues relating to interfaces in the areas of corrosion, functional surfaces, electrochemistry applications in energy technology, sensors, and production. The centre operates on two pillars: conducting research for and with companies through the COMET programme in partnership with established companies, and providing certified measurement and analytical services on the open market. Core services include corrosion testing (salt spray, NSS, CASS tests), damage analysis, quality control, adhesive testing, and surface characterization. CEST is ISO 9001 certified and maintains strong networks with Austrian universities and European research institutions.

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