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Laboratory Machines
Your innovations start here
At Matthews Engineering, we deliver cutting-edge laboratory calenders that are compact, modular, and scalable. Designed for compressing, embossing, laminating, or powder processing, our systems give researchers the flexibility to run repeatable experiments and simulate industrial conditions – all within a small lab footprint.
Our Product Portfolio for Laboratory Machines
We offer a versatile and scalable range of laboratory equipment tailored for R&D, pilot-scale testing, and process validation. Whether you're developing advanced battery materials, optimizing converting parameters, or running high-fidelity print simulations - our modular systems deliver precision, flexibility, and industrial relevance at lab scale.
Laboratory Calender GK 300 L
With a configurable setup, vertical or horizontal positioning, and a wide range of optional components, the GK 300 L adapts to your testing environment and application needs.
Laboratory Calender GK 300 L for battery electrodes
Compact, configurable calendering unit for R&D and pilot-scale applications - perfect for material testing, parameter optimization, and pre-production validation.
Laboratory Calender GK 300 L 6R for battery electrodes
A high-precision, six-roller calender system designed for R&D and small-batch production. Ideal for material validation, parameter optimization, and pilot-scale trials - offering full control over compaction, temperature, and web handling in a compact footprint.
Ingenio laboratory printing machines
The ingenio laboratory printing machines are compact proofing devices for realistic printing simulations and efficient color testing in packaging development.
Desk Coater / LabCoater
The Desk Coater brings proven Matthews Engineering technology to lab scale, designed for material widths of approx. 150 mm and speeds from 0.05 to 2.0 m/min. It supports coating of membranes, CCM, GDL, GDE and more, using substrates like paper, PE, PET and PTFE. Both water- and solvent-based coatings can be applied with flexible methods such as slot die, comma bar or knife-over-roll. Integrated drying options and a compact system with unwinder, coating units, laminating station, rewinder and Siemens control ensure precise, efficient lab-scale coating and testing.
- Roller Face Width:180 mm
- Working Width: 150 mm
- Production speed: 0.05 – 2.0 m/min
- Coating Substrates: Paper, PE, PET, PTFE and other non elastic materials
- Coatings: Water Based and Solvent Based Coatings (ATEX)
- Coating Applications: Various Systems can be Implemented
- Drying: Single or Multiple Zones
- Single-Station Winders (3“ Cores, max. Dia. 250 mm)
- Laminating Station
- Siemens Drive and Control System Onboard
- HMI Integrated: Siemens
Compact coater
Matthews Engineering’s Compact Coater bridges the gap between lab-scale systems and full production lines, enabling pre-validation and faster time-to-market. Designed for cleanroom use, it offers flexible, modular configuration with unwinders and winders up to 60 kg, 500 mm roll diameter and automatic edge guiding. Several coating options include slot die and comma bar systems, supported by advanced drying with heating plates and air nozzles. With speeds from 0.1 to 10 m/min and 500 mm working width, it ensures high quality and continuous operation. Additional modules such as lamination and slitting make it ideal for industrial performance and scalable production.
- Production Speed: 0.1 – 10 m/min
- Working Width: 500 mm
- Various Coating Methods
- Coatings: Water Based and Solvent Based Coatings (ATEX)
- Cantilever Design
- High Demand for Quality Control
- Clean Room Application Possible
- Turnkey Supply
FlexCo
Technical Specifications:
- Production Speed: 0.1 to 10 or 1.5 – 150 m/min
- Working Width: 250 – 500 mm (optional 650 mm)
- Various Coating Methods, such as Slot Die Coating, Direct or Offset Gravure Coating or Multi-Roller Coating
- Coatings: Water Based and Solvent Based Coatings (ATEX)
- Cantilever Design
- High Demand for Quality Control
- Clean Room Application Possible
- Turnkey Supply
- Multipurpose Coating Line
- Modular design offering unlimited flexibility, like Web cleaner, Corona Treater or Static Elimination
- Cartridge Coating System for Quick Change of Coating Applications
- Air Drying, such as Floatation Drying, Impingement Drying with support rollers or Hybrid Drying (Vacutex®)
- Dry and Wet Lamination for Multilayer Products
Tailored to your innovation
Configure your laboratory machine
Design your ideal lab setup in just a few steps with the Matthews Engineering Product Configurator. This intuitive online tool lets you define the GK 300 L and GK 300 L 6R laboratory calender exactly to your needs — from material types and roller specifications to temperature zones and process steps.
Whether you’re working with foils, powders, or slurries, the configurator helps you build a system that matches your R&D goals and scales with your innovation. In just minutes, you’ll receive a tailored configuration that’s ready for implementation — saving time, increasing clarity, and bringing your lab concept closer to production reality.
Designed for Discovery
The laboratory machines are your foundation for innovation. They enable real-world testing under scalable process conditions - bridging the gap between lab and production with precision and flexibility.
Universal use across test materials
Handles foils, powders, slurries, granules, and coated or plain substrates.
Scalable Process Simulation
Simulates critical calendering parameters for reliable, scalable R&D outcomes.
Easy setup & mobility
Plug-and-play operation with compact footprint and minimal infrastructure needs.
From Lab to Production
Our Development Center
At the Matthews Engineering Development Center, your ideas move beyond the lab. With access to our fully equipped facilities, you can test materials, optimize processes, and validate product performance under near-industrial conditions. Whether you’re working with foils, powders, or slurries — we support your R&D with expert guidance and the latest modular calendering technology.
Our setup is designed for seamless scalability, so what you test in the lab can be scaled up to full production with confidence. From the first sheet to continuous roll processing – we help you bridge the gap between innovation and implementation.
Engineered for your industrial challenge
Our laboratory machines are engineered for flexibility, scalability, and precision - qualities that make them indispensable across a wide range of industries. From energy storage to mobility and advanced materials, leading research institutes and R&D teams trust our systems to validate innovations and accelerate the path from lab to production.
Battery
Ideal for electrode development, dry/wet coating validation, and scalable calendering trials — supporting lithium-ion, solid-state, and next-gen battery technologies.
Hydrogen
Used for testing functional layers, membranes, and components under pressure and temperature — enabling breakthrough developments in clean energy systems.
Automotive
Supports research in lightweight materials, coated films, composites, and new manufacturing processes for vehicle components and energy storage systems.
Plastics & Film
Perfect for processing plain or coated foils, slurries, and granules — enabling innovation in packaging, technical films, and polymer-based materials.
Packaging
We support the packaging industry with realistic printing simulations and fast, accurate color testing — enabling efficient packaging development and proofing processes.
Explore all Industries
Discover how our modular laboratory solutions support cross-industry R&D and production needs — from clean energy and mobility to materials science and packaging innovation.
Ready to test and validate your ideas?
Whether you're testing new materials, refining process parameters, or preparing for scale-up - our lab systems give you full control. At our Development Center, you can run tailored trials on site with expert support and industry-relevant equipment. Let’s talk about your project - get in touch with our team.