Saarländische Wagnisfinanzierungsgesellschaft

K | Lens GmbH is a high-tech start-up focused on developing innovative imaging solutions using its patented K|Lens technology. Originally conceived at the Max-Planck-Institute for Informatics at Saarland University, this technology allows standard cameras to capture both color and depth information in a single shot. It enables precise control over sharpness and blurring, resulting in photorealistic images comparable to those produced by DSLRs. The company's advancements aim to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of manufacturing processes, ensuring superior quality in the final products. Following successful seed funding in 2017, K | Lens is currently staffed by a team of dedicated computer vision experts who are working on bringing their first product to market.

SEAWATER Cubes GmbH specializes in the construction of fully automated aquaculture systems within recycled shipping containers, focusing on the sustainable farming of marine fish in Germany. Founded in 2018 and based in Saarbrücken, the company targets farmers aiming to diversify their operations through fish cultivation. By providing complete systems as well as individual components for biofiltration, SEAWATER supports the development of a decentralized supply chain for fresh fish, ensuring high-quality protein nutrition. Their innovative recirculating aquaculture system includes built-in control software and various sensors that monitor water parameters, significantly reducing production workload. This approach not only addresses the challenge of food production in urban areas with limited space but also contributes to the establishment of a transparent and regional supply of fresh fish.

K | Lens GmbH is a high-tech start-up focused on developing innovative imaging solutions using its patented K|Lens technology. Originally conceived at the Max-Planck-Institute for Informatics at Saarland University, this technology allows standard cameras to capture both color and depth information in a single shot. It enables precise control over sharpness and blurring, resulting in photorealistic images comparable to those produced by DSLRs. The company's advancements aim to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of manufacturing processes, ensuring superior quality in the final products. Following successful seed funding in 2017, K | Lens is currently staffed by a team of dedicated computer vision experts who are working on bringing their first product to market.

Ambiverse extracts machine-understandable knowledge from big text data.

NEBU®Block is the first high temperature energy accumulator to combine outstanding economic and ecological performance.

Testfabrik Consulting + Solutions AG, founded in 2013 and based in Saarbrücken, Germany, specializes in developing software for automated testing of web applications. The company is known for its flagship product, webmate.io, a comprehensive cross-browser testing service tailored for web developers. This integrated test automation platform addresses the challenges of modern web development by combining established methods with innovative approaches. It provides tools for cross-browsing testing, allowing users to automatically check and compare web layouts and performance. By facilitating effective diagnosis and testing processes, Testfabrik supports larger enterprises in enhancing their web and app development efforts.

ARTENGIS GmbH operates as an IT technology and services company. It engages in design and product development as well as in marketing and technical support.

viamon GmbH is a company based in Kaiserslautern, Germany, specializing in GPS-based geo-fencing anti-theft systems for photovoltaic (PV) plants. The company provides monitoring and theft protection solutions not only for PV modules and inverters but also for various high-value goods. viamon's services include 24/7 alarm monitoring through a control center, alongside web portals and mobile applications compatible with smartphones and tablets. The company's products are marketed in several countries, including Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Namibia, Chile, and the Dominican Republic, offering customers enhanced security for their photovoltaic assets.

OKINLAB GmbH provides design software for clients to design individual furniture on their own and have it produced within a reasonable price.

SECTAGO GmbH, based in Saarbrücken, Germany, specializes in the development, licensing, and production of security features for various applications. The company focuses on innovative advancements in diffractive optics, leveraging this technology to enhance security measures across different sectors.

consistec Engineering & Consulting GmbH, based in Saarbrücken, Germany, is a medium-sized company specializing in consulting, software development, and system testing. The firm provides solutions across various sectors, including mobile communication and network technologies. Its services encompass the analysis of business processes, technical infrastructure planning and implementation, application development, and network management. Additionally, consistec focuses on network security, testing, video streaming, voice over Internet Protocol, IT system migration, server administration, and the configuration of networking equipment such as routers, switches, and firewalls. The company is known for its German-made tracing and monitoring solutions, emphasizing security for technical systems.

youPec is an online education community based in Saarwellingen, Germany, founded in 2010. The platform enables users to share knowledge through blogs and videos, fostering a collaborative learning environment. By facilitating the exchange of information and ideas, youPec aims to enhance the educational experience for its users.

Paragon semvox GmbH specializes in developing interactive, multimodal, and intelligent software solutions tailored for various industries, including automotive, automation, smart homes, home entertainment, robotics, mobile, and medical technology. The company offers a range of products, such as ODP S3, which facilitates the creation of embedded, cloud-based, and hybrid interactive systems. Their technology enables proactive assistance and artificial intelligence, allowing users to delegate tasks to virtual personal assistants. Additionally, paragon semvox provides voice control solutions for mobile applications, integrating libraries that enable voice-driven interaction on smartphones and tablets. Their offerings also include a Nuance speech recognizer that enhances applications with natural-sounding text-to-speech capabilities. The company supports integrators in developing next-generation speech dialog systems and seamlessly integrating them into existing infrastructures. Founded in 2008 and based in Limbach, Germany, paragon semvox GmbH operates as a subsidiary of paragon GmbH & Co. KGaA.

xaitment develops and sells artificial intelligence (AI) software for video games and simulation developers. It offers xaitMap, an AI SDK that provides automatic navigational mesh generation, as well as pathfinding and local steering for single and crowd movement; xaitControl, an AI SDK that offers character behavior modeling; xaitKnow, an AI SDK that allows to develope knowledge modeling for the game world and to manage the knowledge within that world; and xaitThink, an AI SDK that allows to develop high-level behavior modeling for a game. xaitment also provides services, such as help desk support, onsite support, and SDK updates, as well as creates project specific features. It serves game studios, defense/simulation, middleware partners, technology partners, and academic partners. Andreas Gerber founded xaitment in 2004, with its headquarters in Quierschied in Germany. It has additional offices in the United States, Germany, England, China, Korea, and Japan.