Michael Marré

Prof. Dr.-Ing. Michael Marré serves as Professor of Manufacturing Technology with a focus on Forming Technology at the Department of Mechanical Engineering, South Westphalia University of Applied Sciences in Iserlohn since July 2018. He leads the Laboratory for Massive Forming and directs multiple research initiatives targeting digital transformation and sustainability in manufacturing.

His research centers on resource-efficient forming processes including cold forging, massive forming, and zinc alloy applications. Key interests encompass digital process transparency through sensor integration, minimal quantity lubrication systems, circular economy strategies for tool life extension, and AI-driven optimization of forming technologies. His work bridges theoretical innovation with industrial implementation, emphasizing energy efficiency and material recycling.

Recent publications (2019-2025) demonstrate a strong trajectory toward integrating Industry 4.0 technologies with sustainable manufacturing. Predominant themes include AI-enhanced process control, zinc alloy substitution for brass, real-time monitoring systems, and business model innovation for circular production. His research consistently addresses German manufacturing sector challenges through collaborative projects with industrial partners.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Deutscher Rohstoffeffizienzpreis (October 2022)
• Fellowship Hochschullehre (January 2020)
• Sonderpreis Messtechnik - Innovationspreis Göttingen (November 2019)
• TOP100 Innovator Award (June 2018, with FELSS Systems)
• Umwelttechnik Preis Baden-Württemberg (July 2017, with FELSS Systems)
• 100 Betriebe für Ressourceneffizienz (October 2015, with FELSS Systems)
• 100 Orte für Industrie 4.0 (October 2015, with FELSS Systems)

Prof. Marré actively supervises student theses and has secured substantial research funding from German federal and state agencies. Major projects include:

• EMuDig 4.0 (2016-2020, DLR/BMWi): Digital engineering chain optimization for massive forming
• Heißmessen (2017-2020, PTJ/Leitmarktagentur NRW): Real-time high-temperature measurement systems
• DizRuPt (2019-2022, KIT/BMBF): Sensor retrofitting and industrial data analytics
• ZuPro2Flex (2020-2023, KIT/BMBF): Process transparency for flexible production models
• EMiniMass (2019, MKW NRW): Minimal quantity lubrication in massive forming
• MMS (2020, MKW NRW): Resource-efficient lubrication systems
• AerosolPO (2021, MKW NRW): Optical aerosol characterization in production

The Laboratory for Massive Forming under his direction focuses on experimental research in forming processes, with strong industry collaboration. The lab operates within the university's sustainability framework emphasizing material recycling, energy efficiency, and lightweight construction principles in all research activities.