LENAM: over thirty years at the forefront of engineering – from academic vision to international innovation

When searching for a synonym for deep technical expertise in the Czech industrial environment, sooner or later you will come across the name LENAM – the Laboratory of Experimental, Numerical and Analytical Mechanics. This engineering and development company based in Liberec has more than three decades of experience in simulation methods and experimental mechanics. Take a closer look with us at the history and present of a company that transforms virtual models into reality, both domestically and internationally.

Five visionaries at the dawn of a new era in Czech industry

It all began in the early 1990s. A group of five enthusiasts from the Technical University of Liberec decided not to leave their academic knowledge on paper but to bring it directly into practice. At a time when simulation methods were still in their infancy and their industrial application was rare, they founded LENAM.

Their goal was to connect scientific approaches with real industrial needs and offer companies modern tools for design development and optimisation. This “academic DNA” remains part of the company to this day – it maintains long-term cooperation with the Technical University of Liberec, supports continuous employee education, and creates opportunities for new technical talent. You can read more in an interview with Radek Jelínek, the company’s owner and CEO.

From the first Škoda to the European market and beyond to Asia

One of the first and most important clients was Škoda Auto. The collaboration, which began shortly after the company’s founding, has continued uninterrupted for more than thirty years and remains one of the pillars of LENAM’s growth.

Over time, the client portfolio has expanded to include major players such as VW, MAGNA, Saint-Gobain Sekurit, Bonatrans, Knorr-Bremse, and Jawa. What started as a local company has become a respected partner for technical calculations, simulations, and virtual development. Today, LENAM is no longer just a regional player – its expert services are used by companies across Europe and as far as China.

The power of integration: Virtual world and real testing

In 2018, LENAM made a strategic move – it joined forces with AUREL and became part of the Colegium Holding group. For customers, this means a significant advantage: comprehensive solutions under one roof, from virtual development to real-world testing.

LENAM specialises in advanced simulation methods and virtual development using Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) tools. AUREL brings extensive expertise and facilities in experimental testing and physical validation – both in laboratories and at the AUREL Proving Ground. Thanks to this unique integration, customers can not only analyse product behaviour in a virtual environment but also validate simulation results under real conditions.

The combination of virtual calculations and physical testing enables significant risk reduction in development, shorter development cycles, and optimisation of designs even before serial production begins.

Innovation powered by artificial intelligence

LENAM does not stand still – it focuses long-term on the development of new methods and technologies. Currently, it is involved in projects utilising artificial intelligence and advanced optimisation algorithms. These tools help identify optimal design solutions even for highly complex technical challenges – for example in gear development or advanced composite frame design. Simulation methods thus enable faster testing of design variants and significantly improve overall development efficiency.

Long-term cooperation with leading industrial companies places high demands on both quality and data security. LENAM therefore places strong emphasis on quality management systems and information protection. The company holds ISO 9001:2015 certification as well as TISAX® certification, which is essential for cooperation with leading automotive manufacturers in terms of information security.

The future? Technical know-how without borders

Today, LENAM specialists influence the development of technologies not only in the automotive industry but are gradually expanding into other sectors. The company already collaborates with partners in energy, mechanical engineering, HVAC, the glass industry, and is opening pathways into space-related projects.

LENAM is proof that Czech engineering expertise has an excellent reputation worldwide. Its advanced simulation methods help companies accelerate development, reduce costs, and design more reliable products. If you are looking for a development partner that is not afraid of complex challenges and supports its solutions with solid data, LENAM in Liberec is the right choice.

Looking for a partner in technical simulations, virtual development, or experimental validation of designs? Contact the LENAM team and discover how advanced simulation methods can take your projects to the next level.