C O N T E N T nm 08 16 04 12 20 28 24 32 02 0 1 . 2 0 2 5 04 08 12 16 20 24 28 32 I N T E R V I E W S E R I E S Innovation also means risks Interview with Managing Director Dr. Udo Haber- land. Responsible for the areas of Development, Research, Quality, Logistics and Production. I N D U S T R Y & A U T O M A T I O N This is how to bag a victory! How FAULHABER drives ensure the precise filling of sports gels. I N D U S T R Y & A U T O M A T I O N Miniaturization taken to the extreme FAULHABER motors enable highly intricate structures in nano-range 3D printing C O N S U M E R Time machine FAULHABER stepper motors provide maximum precision in the cockpit of the Bugatti “Tourbillon” I N D U S T R Y & A U T O M A T I O N Smart movers for little sprouts Automated transplanters make replanting seedlings easier O P T I C S Beastly good night vision How FAULHABER drives optimize the technology used in night-vision devices M E D I C A L S C I E N C E S When time isn't just money, but rather life FAULHABER brushless motors in robot- assisted filling systems improve efficiency in the pharmaceutical industry N E W S New products FAULHABER launches new motors, gearheads and encoders

I N T E R V I E W S E R I E S Passion in motion – What drives us #04 Dr. Udo Haberland MANAGING DIRECTOR Innovation means also taking risks On the importance of optimized processes, the freedom to come up with ideas and the courage to try something new: as Managing Director, Dr. Udo Haberland is responsible for the areas of Development, Research, Quality, Logistics and Production. In this interview, he explains why innovation is about more than just new products, how FAULHABER over- comes the challenges facing the industry and why changes are often the starting point for sustainable success. Mr. Haberland, you are res­ ponsible for the areas of Devel­ opment, Research, Quality, Logistics and Production at FAULHABER. What fascinates you most about this role? All these areas are linked in different ways. The exciting thing, and also the important thing, is undoubtedly look­ ing at the interrelated processes and the continuous nature of it all – from a product idea to the final series, we go through many different phases. The level of quality is, for example, an important aspect. Ensuring that the smooth process meets a high standard right from the beginning means that there will be no problems, or only very few, during pro­ duction. The complexity and size of our product range are constantly increasing. This also means that we are constantly questioning our approach and have to make our processes even more efficient. It's a balancing act – we want to reduce the complexity of the processes without endangering the core of our business model or the quality of our products. A key factor in this is how we automate our core processes. Work processes should be made leaner, while the speed and precision should be increased. When we automate steps in production or logistics, we create capac­ ity for strategic tasks and can respond more quickly to changes in the market. In addition, data quality plays a crucial role. We can only work efficiently and sustainably if the data on which our decisions are based is reliable. There­ fore, we invest not only in technology but also in strengthening our planning capacities, thus ensuring that we can always work with a clear overview and well­founded analyses. 04 0 1 . 2 0 2 5

logical expertise and a clear focus on the customer's requirements. It's a big advantage if we start working closely with the customer early in the devel­ opment process. A direct dialog and the opportunity to discuss technical details on an equal footing are two of the key elements for successful, tailored solutions. In your opinion, what are the current challenges fac­ ing the industry and what opportunities do they offer FAULHABER? The current situation is like skiing through fog. You are moving, but vis­ ibility is limited. At best, you can only guess what's up ahead. It is there­ fore important to remain focused and flexible and to be able to respond quickly to whatever you encounter. The situation in the market is similar. From an economic perspective, we know that uncertain times lead to a lack of investments and we can see how geo­ political changes are impacting us. It is therefore all the more important that we at FAULHABER are both resilient and resistant and maintain the ability to respond quickly. Efficient production and planning processes are crucial to performance as a supplier. What strategies is FAULHABER implementing in the area of Operations? A key component here is the collabo­ ration of all those involved from the areas of Sales, Inventory, Operations and Planning. The entire end­to­end chain is optimized so that all relevant issues can be identified and handled promptly. For this purpose, we differen­ tiate between types of business. A cus­ tomer who orders catalog products has different expectations than a cus tomer with a framework agreement. For example, keywords such as availability, short lead times and on­time delivery play a big role in this context. Are there any current research projects or technological developments that you are particularly excited about? We are working intensively on a variety of different research projects and technological developments that have huge potential for the future. I am particularly excited about our pilot project with Fraunhofer, which also involves artificial intelligence. Everyone is talking about AI and we want to understand at an early stage what opportunities it offers for future technologies and processes. In parallel, we are carrying out an internal survey and review on the use of AI in order to analyze the current situation and derive new initiatives. We see this as an important foundation for investing in the most promising topics in a targeted manner and further increasing our innovative strength. Above all, because these developments are full of potential. The development of new products requires a deep under­ standing of customer require­ ments and technological trends. What factors are currently playing the most important role in the development of new drive systems? This is a process in which many factors play a role. It is particularly important to develop an understanding of systems. This is because, ultimately, it is not just about developing a powerful product but also about offering a func­ tional, application­oriented solution. Two things are crucial here: techno­ 06 0 1 . 2 0 2 5 I N T E R V I E W I N T E R V I E W

I N D U S T R Y & A U T O M A T I O N THIS IS HOW TO BAG A VIC- TORY! Whether professional or amateur, whenever athletes push their limits to achieve their goals, diet and nutrient supply play a vital role. This is where sports gels come into play: As compact, easily digestible sources of energy, they provide athletes with the necessary power during the stress of intensive training and competition. The gel pouches are filled using advanced systems from Scaldopack and linear motors from FAULHABER. 08 0 1 . 2 0 2 5

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nm 3D print of a castle on the tip of a pencil. The columns of the left castle tower are just 950 nanometers thick. Although the ancient Greek “nano” means “dwarf”, in the nano sector the dwarf would be a giant. In the technical realm, “nano” means ten to the power of negative nine, or one billionth. In addition, parts even smaller than this are possible – for example, the intricate shapes that come out of the NanoOne 3D printer from UpNano. To produce these, light particles are fired at the starting material. This is a process that plays out over a range of thousandths of a millimeter. So that the substrate can be precisely aligned here, three compact, high-performance motors from FAULHABER ensure the correct position. 12 0 1 . 2 0 2 5

An accurate laser makes it possible FAULHABER drives in the NanoOne devices The name “Automatic Tilt Correction Insert” describes the function of this support: It corrects the tipping that is nearly impossible to avoid when inserting the print substrate in the printer. The alignment of the substrate can be changed on three axes (x, y and z) and thereby optimally positioned. “We achieve a f latness in the sub­micrometer range,” emphasizes Peter Gruber. “This ensures that the precision of the laser optics actually finds its way into the print material. Furthermore, the relevant components are decoupled from the surrounding technology and the housing. As a result, the printer can simply stand on any stable table.” The mechanical force for the precise positioning of the support is supplied by three precious metal com­ mutated DC­gearmotors with integrated Encoder of the 1512 ... SR IE2­8 series from FAULHABER. The uniquely flat winding technology with three flat, self­supporting copper windings enables an extre mely compact design with a diameter of 15 milli­ meters and a length of just 14.3 millimeters. Thanks to the high­performance rare earth magnets, the motor delivers an especially high drive torque. In addition to the gearhead, an optical encoder is also integrated in the drive. “We selected the gear­ motors as the optimum solution for our needs,” recalls Peter Gruber. “The suggestion to select the version with encoder came from FAULHABER. Align­ ment thereby functions even more precisely and more smoothly. In relation to its small dimensions, the drive delivers enormous power. With its high pre­ cision, it contributes to the quality of the printing process of our NanoOne devices at a key point.” The laser that supplies the photons operates with extremely short, high­intensity pulses. Moreover, the method allows for high accuracy, as Peter Gruber explains: “With other light­based 3D­printing methods, polymerization is triggered along the entire beam path. As a result, production can only be performed in layers. With 2­photon lithography, we can focus them on a tiny point. This point can be moved freely through the material by our printer's high­ performance optics. This allows us to produce nearly any geometric structure.” In addition to channels and other elements for micro­ fluidics, such structures can also be used to create lenses that are printed on the end of individual glass fibers. Printing can even take place in existing micro­ fluidic chips to add additional structures there. A special additional module also enables printing with biomaterial, which contains living cells. Polymeriza­ tion of the three­dimensional structures transpires only at the intended locations; the cells in the spaces in between remain intact. The constructs can be formed like a cell cluster in human tissue. In such an arrangement, they are used today for pharmaceutical tests without animal experiments. Micro­endoscopes and artificial insemination The customers of UpNano are generally reticent to answer the question of exactly what they are producing with the devices. Many use them under strict secrecy. “We are aware of only a few concrete applications, such as in in­vitro fertilization, where work is performed with individual egg cells, or for lenses in micro­endoscopes,” reports Peter Gruber. “Our customers are mainly in medical technology, the pharmaceutical industry and in telecommunication. There are also more and more industries that are dis­ covering the possibilities of miniaturized 3D printing for their own uses.” The size scale of the objects that can be produced with a NanoOne printer spans from less than 150 nanometers to more than 40 millimeters. Four lenses with different resolution ensure maximum flexibility. The throughput of more than 450 cubic millimeters per hour is the basis for high productiv­ ity. Precision of the printing process is ensured not only by the high quality laser optics but also by the precise alignment of the substrate. This is secured on a moveable support. FAULHABER SR­FLAT DC-GEARMOTORS www.faulhaber.com/en/motion/ 14 0 1 . 2 0 2 5 I N D U S T R Y & A U T O M A T I O N

C O N S U M E R Time machine Futuristic design meets traditional Swiss precision. In the new hyper sports car “Tourbillon” from cult brand Bugatti, time seems to flow backwards, at least as the driver's eyes follow the speedometer needle towards 446 km/h. He's not looking at fully digital cockpit, after all, but rather an open Swiss clockwork. The high level of watchmaking is provided by prestigious Swiss manu- facturer Concepto; the translation of the electric signals from the on-board computer to the hands is per- formed by stepper motors from FAULHABER. Describing the Bugatti Tourbillon without falling into clichés like “breathtaking design” and “uncompromi­ sing technology” is a challenge. Superlatives seem to wear out quickly due to their abundance: a top speed of 446 kilometers per hour, acceleration from 0 to 200 in under 5 seconds, and a starting price of 3.8 million euros are just a few highlights of this car. The drivetrain for the new model, set to launch in 2026, has been completely redeveloped. It is based on a complex system of electric motors, a V16 naturally aspirated engine, and the latest generation eight­ speed dual­clutch transmission. “It was important to us that this car retains the pure and unadulterated analog feeling of a combustion engine while also combining it with the agility and capabilities of elec­ tric motors,” the manufacturer adds. 16 0 1 . 2 0 2 5

Dimensional Leap and New Electronic Territory “Bugatti wanted a display that not only resembled a high­end Swiss wristwatch on the outside but one that also utilized the same type of mechanics on the inside,” says Guillaume Tripet, who leads the Bugatti project at Concepto. “From this idea, the concept of a large circular display in the center with two smaller satellite displays to the left and right was born. It’s reminiscent of a classic wristwatch with multiple complications – except here, instead of a stopwatch or moon phase, the central vehicle data is displayed, along with the exquisite mechanics behind the hands.” Another challenge was integrating the mechanics with the car’s onboard computer and the electric motors. The vehicle’s drivetrain, fuel, and battery data are collected by electronic sensors and sent to the central computer. For this information to appear on a mechanical display, a “translator” is needed. This task is performed by eight FAULHABER stepper motors, which are also manufactured in La Chaux­de­ Fonds. These motors move the hands by converting the electronic signals directly into precisely counted motor steps. The complex movement consists of 600 parts, all of which needed to be developed from scratch. While Concepto also produces desk clocks and has larger movements in its portfolio, the display in the Bugatti requires components up to 80 percent larger than these. The company’s machines first had to be adap­ ted for this without compromising the usual precision of their production. 18 0 1 . 2 0 2 5 C O N S U M E R

Smart mover for little sp r The global need for feed and food is constantly increasing and, it follows, so too are the requirements on the efficiency for the cultivation of fields and the operation of greenhouses. This is where the automation solutions from Italian company Da Ros Srl come into play. The company is a specialist in the production of agrotechnical applications. In this case, an automatic transplanter simplifies the transplanting of young seedlings – driven by powerful FAULHABER drive systems. Transplanter TP­24 gripping seedlings 20 0 1 . 2 0 2 5

The Italian company Da Ros Srl is dedicated to the design, construction, and commissioning of highly functional agricultural machines. Founded in 1986, the company addresses the requirements, workflows, and unique challenges faced by the agricultural sector. With innovative technologies and modern products, Da Ros offers solutions for automation and optimization aimed at sustainable and efficient farming. Whether sowing, transplanting, potting, or watering, their high­performance machines provide not only standard solutions but also alternative and customized options for diverse agricultural needs. “We were looking for a small brushless motor. At FAULHABER, we found expertise and a great willingness to help, especially in the early stages of the project when we were unsure about the application specifications. From the beginning of the project to its commissioning, we were supported by a qualified and com- petent team that advised us on selecting the best products for our technical requirements." Transplanter TRAPIANTATRICE model TP­24 Transplanter TP­24, top view 22 0 1 . 2 0 2 5 I N D U S T R Y & A U T O M A T I O N

Beastly good night v Cats can easily spot their prey in the dark. This is thanks to the tapetum lucidum, a reflective layer in their eyes. Humans, on the other hand, need technical assistance to amplify residual light to likewise see well at night. Various technologies are available for this purpose. All of them require optical elements that are familiar to us from the field of photography: lenses, apertures, filters and shutters. To move these components, the smallest of motors are needed. After all, there is not much space in night-vision devices. At the same time, they must perform their work absolutely reliably, quickly and precisely. It is under requirements such as these where the drives from FAULHABER reach their full potential. 24 0 1 . 2 0 2 5

Various technologies for infrared imaging In addition to the process that is similar to typical photography, there are other physical methods for evaluating infrared radiation. “Thermal” or IR imag­ ing is used to identify the temperature difference between the background and foreground of an object and, of course, between areas with different temperatures. The microbolometer, for example, is a thermal sensor that can detect a very broad spectrum – from millimeter waves to UV and infrared to X­rays. In thermal imaging, it is used mainly for the detection of medium­ and long­wave infrared radiation with wavelengths greater than three micrometers. The quantum­well infrared photodetector, also known as QWIP, consists of thin layers of semi­ conductors that are arranged alternately. These layers limit the quantum mechanical states that a particle can take on. It responds if infrared waves are incident on the detector, thereby allowing meaningful images to be generated. These images are especially detailed and offer a high resolution that is comparable to colors. The technology is used in various areas, such as in atmospheric and space research. Another application is active illumination, in which a thermal imaging camera is combined with an infrared light source. Similar to a conventional headlight, this serves as a light source to illuminate the scene, which can then be viewed with a corresponding night­ vision device. This process is suitable, e.g., for observing dark rooms. 26 0 1 . 2 0 2 5 O P T I C S Image optimization by combining technologies Different technical approaches are often combined with one another to achieve optimum results. By combining residual light amplification, thermal imaging technology and active illumination, more image information is generated, the resolution increased and the depth of focus of the images improved. Possible sources of interference that could negatively affect one of the methods are compen­ sated for by other methods.

M E D I C A L When time isn't just money, but rather life In day-to-day production in medical technology and the pharmaceutical industry, focus is increasingly on questions regarding improved efficiency and sustainability. In crisis situations, as the recent example of the COVID-19 pandemic showed, the topic of sustainability as it relates to the rapid development and provision of medications quickly becomes a matter that is vital for survival. With fully automated systems like the “Azzurra,” which is 100% robot-controlled, the Italian company Pharma Integration provides decisive answers. FAULHABER drives play a critical role here in the fill-finish process. 28 0 1 . 2 0 2 5

Azzurra Small Fully automated thanks to Azzurra How can an innovation that advances the pharmaceu­ tical industry look in practice? How can medications be delivered even more efficiently? The answer from Pharma Integration is “Azzurra.” These machines were designed to revolutionize the pharmaceutical fill­finish process for next­generation biotechnolog­ ical injectable drugs. They operate fully automated and 100% robot­controlled, integrating the latest Azzurra FAB 30 0 1 . 2 0 2 5 M E D I C A L

N E W S SO POWERFUL YET SO SMALL FAULHABER launches new motors, gearheads and encoders with 16 mm diameter. New highlights for complete solutions in drive technology: With a new size of SXR motor, the launch of the GXR family, the high-precision encoder and the gearhead optimally suited to these motors, FAULHABER presents products that are perfectly matched to each other, come from a single source and are all diameter-compliant with Ø 16 mm. This combination enables optimal efficiency, maximum dynamics and absolute precision – ideal for high-tech industries and challenging applications in industrial automation, robotics and medical technology. 32 0 1 . 2 0 2 5

ONE CONTROLLER FOR FOUR DIFFERENT MOTOR TECHNOLOGIES With the new MC 3602 B and MC 3606 B motion controllers, selecting and commissioning drive systems is now even easier. Used in combination with the compact MC 3602/06 B, DC­motors, brushless DC­motors and linear motors can be operated with the usual position encoders as a servo drive in accordance with CiA 402. Also new is the support of stepper motors with encoder as servo or without encoder in open­loop operation. The products “speak” EtherCAT, CANopen, RS232 as well as USB. NEW The new MC 3602 B variant with up to 2 A continuous output current for small motors and the MC 3606 B variant with up to 6 A continuous output current for medium­sized motors simplifies the work of engi­ neers. For applications where more than one motor technology is used, only one controller and one GUI are now required. The free FAULHABER software “Motion Manager 7” is available for installation and commissioning. It gets the drive up and running in just a few steps. All key operating modes of the CiA 402 servo drive are available. Integration takes place via CANopen or RS232. Commissioning is pre­ dominantly performed using the USB interface. An additional optional EtherCAT module allows cycle times below 1 ms. It is also possible to operate the motion controller in standalone mode without central control. In combination with FAULHABER motors, the MC 3602 B and MC 3606 B provide a sophisticated drive system with extensive protective functions. The products were designed for operating motors with ironless winding and offer high dynamics. Similarly, standard motors – such as NEMA stepper motors – can also be operated with the MC 3602/06 B without problem. They therefore form a solid basis for a multitude of applications. www.faulhaber.com/MC3602/en 34 0 1 . 2 0 2 5

F A U L H A B E R M O T I O N M A N A G E R 7 INTUITIVE CONFIGURATION AND VERSATILE RANGE OF FUNCTIONS Upgrade now! Motion Manager 7 The FAULHABER Motion Manager is a powerful software tool for commissioning, configuring and optimizing the FAULHABER motion and speed controllers. With its intuitive graphical user inter­ face, it enables uniform and user­friendly handling – regardless of which interface or device family is used. The latest version 7 offers an extensively reworked structure for simplified system configuration. In addition to an interactive setup wizard, a range of powerful tools for controlling and monitoring drive behavior is also available to the user. An integrated development environment allows sequence programs to be created and managed. Furthermore, a mainte­ nance area offers enhanced diagnostic functions and the possibility of directly installing firmware updates. With optimized operability and powerful tools, FAULHABER Motion Manager 7 raises the performance of your drive solution to the next level. www.faulhaber.com/moman7/en *000.9122.25* Ident­no. 000.9122.25 FAULHABER motion is also available in digital format: Further information: faulhaber.com faulhaber.com/facebook faulhaber.com/youtube faulhaber.com/linkedin faulhaber.com/instagram