IANUS Simulation & SKZ refers to a collaboration between IANUS Simulation GmbH, a German engineering software and consultancy specializing in polymer processing simulation, and SKZ – Das Kunststoff-Zentrum (The Plastics Center), a major German organization for plastics research, testing, and training. The partnership combines industrial CAE expertise with applied materials and processing know-how to support the development and manufacturing of polymer products.
Activities span polymer rheology and materials characterization; extrusion and profile design; computer-aided engineering and data-driven methods; as well as testing, certification, and workforce training. The collaboration serves companies across the plastics and chemical value chain—such as converters, compounders, toolmakers, and OEMs—helping improve product performance, process efficiency, and time-to-market in applications including profiles, films, pipes, and technical parts.
