Research & Development in the
Canton of Appenzell Outer Rhodes

Fiberoptic-Heim AG

Since 1971 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Fiberoptic-Heim AG is the development, manufacture and distribution of specialized lighting solutions, particularly in the field of microscope lighting, fiber optic lighting and LED lighting for industrial, medical and scientific applications.

AI FAME GmbH

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.

AI FAME GmbH is a life science engineering company that develops, manufactures and distributes pharmaceutical and medical products as well as cannabinoid-based active substances. It also offers medical cosmetics and is active in research and development related to plant-based ingredients and regulatory processes.

Dimetix AG

Since 2002 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of Dimetix AG is the development, manufacture and distribution of laser distance sensors and related accessories, in particular the D-Series, as well as the provision of industrial Ethernet interfaces.

VINOflux AG

Since 2002 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of VINOflux is the development and distribution of technologies and systems for the wine industry, particularly for optimizing the ripening and flavor of red wines in wineries.

Avasha AG

Since 2009 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Avasha GmbH is the development and manufacture of optical and photonic systems and components.

QCI EUROPA AG

Since 1987 · 1–10 empl.

novoviam GmbH

Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Novoviam is the development, consulting and distribution of digital solutions for the health and social care of elderly people, with the goal of enabling these individuals to live as independently as possible and maintain their autonomy for as long as possible. Additionally, Novoviam offers 360° InnoCoaching for companies to support them in realizing their projects.

vario-optics ag

Since 2009 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(1)

The core activity of vario-optics ag is the development and manufacture of electro-optical circuits, particularly planar waveguide technology and light coupling substrates, as well as their application in various fields such as photonic sensors, data/telecom/ICT and PIC-coupling. The company also provides engineering services for the development of optical circuits and their integration into various applications.

Resetter Climbing AG

Since 2025 · 1–10 empl.

Resetter Climbing AG develops and sells climbing holds and footholds for climbing gyms and route setters. The company uses its own SandCore material, which it describes as plastic-free, fossil-free, and based on natural ingredients.

Open Rise AG

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.

Open Rise AG is a company with contact details in Herisau. The website does not provide detailed information about products or services, but it references the Open Rise Group.

Rinas AG

Since 2006 · 1–10 empl.

Rinas AG develops and commercialises the ACA (Advanced-Carbon-Absorption) technology, a thermo-catalytic process that converts CO2 and methane into carbon materials such as carbon nanotubes and graphene. The company supplies modular plants that can be integrated with biogas facilities, produces green hydrogen as a by-product and supports biogas purification and the generation of CO2 certificates.

GALVA.AI GmbH

Since 2024 · 1–10 empl.

GALVA.AI GmbH operates a specialized AI chat with its own database to support electroplating processes. Services include error diagnosis, assistance with chemical calculations, process optimization, training support and technical troubleshooting.