Once an Innovator, Always an Innovator!

Once an Innovator, Always an Innovator! 

We are thrilled to share a glimpse into one of our most inspiring episodes of Meet the Founders, where we had the exceptional opportunity to connect with Robert Forchheimer, a co-founder of SICK IVP. Robert is not just a key player; he is a visionary whose passion and creativity have helped shape the trajectory of our company. During this episode, Robert took us on a journey through his many groundbreaking innovations that have played a pivotal role in our success story.

What makes the narrative even more impressive is the evolution of SICK IVP from a modest startup to a vibrant team of over 90 talented individuals based in Linköping. This growth is not just a number; it represents the hard work, commitment, and the innovative spirit that defines SICK IVP. It's a testament to the idea that with passion and perseverance, great things can be achieved. Continuous innovation is woven into the very fabric of our identity, and it's this commitment that has allowed us to not only thrive in the past but also look forward to an exciting future filled with potential.

Robert's dual role as a professor at Linköping University demonstrates his unwavering dedication to fostering creativity and advancing knowledge within the community. His excitement for innovation is infectious, motivating both current employees and aspiring entrepreneurs to push boundaries and think outside the box.

The insights shared during our session with him made a lasting impact. Participants left with renewed inspiration and a deeper understanding of what it means to innovate and lead with purpose. As we continue to grow and evolve, we carry forward Robert's vision and the collective mission of SICK IVP, striving for excellence in everything we do. Join us in championing the spirit of innovation and in celebrating the incredible journey we are on together!

Stories

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Meet Sogand Talebi from SICK Linköping, building software for machine vision systems in the SEC300 team. From engineering challenges to personal growth and life outside work, she shares what drives her every day.
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From tech support to industrial PhD student

After three years at SICK Linköping, Application Engineer Matheus Bernat is now pursuing an Industrial PhD, combining practical machine vision work with advanced AI research.
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CDIO Project: Collab with Linköping University

Meet Christoffer and Edvin from the CDIO group! 👋 This semester, four students from Linköping University have been working on a project together with our team at SICK Linköping as part of a course in their program. Learn more about what Christoffer and Edvin have to say about the project below!
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Discover Innovation Beyond Borders With Sofia

During this fall, Sofia Nilsson, Strategic Product Manager for 3D Vision at SICK Linköping, spent time across Asia visiting colleagues, customers, and production teams. We sat down with Sofia to talk about her trip, earnings, and the perspectives she’s bringing back to Linköping.
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SICK IVP ranks #9 among the Best Workplaces in IT™ 2025!

SICK IVP has been recognized as 9th Best Workplaces in IT™ 2025, an award from Great Place To Work® that highlights companies with exceptional culture, strong leadership, and high levels of trust among employees.
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From Silicon Chips to Global Innovation: A Founder's Legacy at SICK IVP

When Robert Forchheimer co-founded SICK IVP in 1985, he set out to digitize images in an analog world. Four decades later, his vision lives on in the culture of innovation and resilience that defines SICK IVP.
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We are the People and Culture team at SICK Linköping. We can answer all your question on recruitment, life at SICK Linköping, student opportunities and much more.

Charlotte Axelsson
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+46 739 10 99 37