Drying and UV curing systems developer IST Metz GmbH, Nürtingen, Germany, has made the leap to the top in the 26th edition of the TOP 100 innovation competition.

The company was honored June 28 by the mentor of the competition, Ranga Yogeshwar, as well as the scientific director at the comparison, Prof. Dr. Nikolaus Franke, and compamedia in Frankfurt. Using a scientific system, TOP 100 evaluates the innovation management of medium-sized companies.

In the independent selection process, the medium-sized company with 350 employees particularly impressed judges with its innovation climate and innovation success. The family-owned company produces systems that cure printed products and coatings by means of UV irradiation. One of its most important customer groups is the printing industry.

For more information, visit www.ist-uv.com and www.top100.de.