At the forefront of Wilhelm Weber GmbH & Co. KG’s transformation stands Andreas Schäfert, Head of Business Development and Sales for Medical Devices. His strategic leadership, rooted in both technical depth and business insight, is reshaping how the company delivers innovation to its clients.
With a foundation in Applied Physics from the Technical University of Munich and an MBA from the Collège des Ingénieurs, Schäfert combines scientific rigor with a sharp commercial mindset. Early in his career, he chose to immerse himself directly in technology, leading new market creation at USHIO for vacuum ultraviolet (VUV) disinfection. This hands-on experience laid the groundwork for his success in both engineering-driven sales and cross-functional innovation.
At Wilhelm Weber, Schäfert took charge of a newly formed medical division, where he not only drove sales but also co-developed cutting-edge products alongside clients. His efforts extended into pioneering R&D, leading a two-year, government-backed research initiative in collaboration with Fraunhofer IFAM. This project culminated in the development of a novel VUV surface treatment device for Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR), addressing long-standing material limitations like dust attraction and surface cleanability.
Schäfert’s technical fluency gives him an edge in customer conversations—especially when guiding engineers to unlock the full design potential of LSR. From demolding complex geometries to integrating micro-structures, his insights have helped customers reimagine possibilities in sectors ranging from healthcare to automotive optics.
“By improving LSR’s surface properties, we removed key barriers that once limited its application,” Schäfert notes. “This has opened the door to new markets, particularly in the U.S., where innovation adoption moves faster.”
Today, as Wilhelm Weber expands its global presence, Schäfert’s leadership continues to bridge R&D with market-ready solutions, reinforcing the company’s position as a pioneer in high-performance LSR applications.
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Source: Ceoworld.Biz
