Carbo-Link is an advanced composite manufacturing company combining high-performance material science, cutting-edge design and complex engineering with a commitment to innovating and implementing revolutionary composite solutions across diverse market categories.
Carbo-Link is a spin-off from the Swiss Materials Science and Technology Institute (EMPA) which has pioneered the industrial application of carbon fibres since 1978. Drawing from this extensive knowledge and research base in composite systems, Carbo-Link has been at the forefront of advancing engineering solutions for the commercial market.
Carbo-Link has developed innovative and unique techniques for the production and implementation of lightweight composite tension members. These have been implemented across diverse markets from civil engineering projects such as bridge structures and concrete reinforcements, to rugged industrial projects such as high-rise construction cranes with load capacities of 200 tons, to the marine industry where Carbo-Link has been delivering competitive advantages for high-performance sailing teams from the Volvo Ocean Race to the America's Cup.
Carbo-Link's innovative composite structural elements are the ideal choice to safely deliver fully bespoke high stiffness and strength, lightweight and durable solutions to any industry. We are proud to share a history of partnerships with many leading names in our mission to redefine the limits of structural engineering.
Carbo-Link performs all design, engineering and production work near Zurich in Switzerland and is Germanischer Lloyd's Certified. Rigorous testing and production controls are implemented across every stage of all operational processes to ensure the highest quality products for our customers.