Dr. Kai Dannappel

Steering of Product Line Engineering and other operational units regarding material quality, material release and material compliance (e.g. REACh, RoHS, drinking water). Participation in business relevant associations and standardization committees. Technical consultance during PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT projects as well as for QUALITY departments and TECHNICAL KEY ACCOUNT Management.

Lead the Team "Materials Technology" including the operation of a "Materials Laboratory" with the mission to develop and provide material solutions. Develop, improve & provide material expertise, in order to achieve the best fit to product and regulatory requirements. Guarantee operational safety of products by qualification and release of critical parts . Drive and support application oriented projects (e.g. for OEM Business).

Technical consulting of operational units, e.g. production and quality departments. Guidance and technical support with focus on comprehensive failure analysis, tribology, technical supplier audits, expert opinions. Technical focus: carbonaceous materials, elastomers and surface technologies.