From August 13 to 16, 2026, a striking white laser beam in the night sky above Freistadt caught the attention of many. It was part of Innovametall’s appearance at the “Innovatives Mühlviertel” experience fair – with our high-tech ORBYX dome at the center of attention.
The Challenge: Bringing Space Technology to a Trade Fair
How do you present a dome that is normally located in complete isolation on mountain peaks or in remote desert regions at a busy regional innovation fair? It is no easy task and requires thinking outside the box – quite literally.
For our trade fair appearance, we therefore focused on some of the most fascinating applications of the ORBYX dome. In addition to traditional astronomical observation, the dome is also used for state-of-the-art quantum and laser communication.
A Strong Partnership for Implementation
To make the concept of laser communication – the transmission of data using highly focused light – tangible for visitors, we brought true experts on board.
With LIVE Lasersysteme, whose technology is often seen at major events and shows, we found the perfect partner. Their team not only played a key role in the technical implementation of this ambitious project, but also reliably guided us through the complex regulatory approval process.
The Result: Fascination and Strong Regional Ties
The highlight of the project was a brilliant white laser beam illuminating the night sky above Freistadt. The reactions were immediate. The spectacular beam sparked considerable interest and curiosity: “Where is the beam coming from?” and “Why is it shining here in Freistadt?”
In doing so, we fully achieved our primary goal: successfully generating interest in the pioneering technology we develop at Innovametall.
Even though direct sales are not the main focus of an event like this, supporting important regional initiatives such as the “Innovatives Mühlviertel” experience fair is a matter of course for us as a company with strong roots in the region.
What remains from these days are countless impressive images of a laser beam shining across Freistadt – and a greater awareness that genuine space communication technology is being developed and implemented right here in our region.
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