About Lum
The cosmetic lab at Lum, located at Justus-von-Liebig-Straße 3 in Berlin, delivers particle characterization and analysis solutions worldwide. Founded in 1994, Lum operates from Berlin with additional facilities in:
- France
- USA
- China (Jiangsu)
- Japan (Tokyo)
The interdisciplinary team provides suspension analysis, emulsion testing, and quality control services. Lum’s devices are standard equipment in R&D departments across Germany and globally.
Frequently asked questions
LUM offers material analysis services in these areas:
- Particle Analysis
- Size characterization
- Distribution measurement
- Morphology assessment
- Stability Testing
- Suspension analysis
- Emulsion evaluation
- Dispersion testing
- Material Properties
- Layer strength determination
- Bonding analysis
- Quality control verification
The company produces analysis devices for R&D and QC applications.
LUM’s operational structure includes:
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The company has operated since 1994 under the direction of Prof. Dr. Dr. Dietmar Lerche.
LUM maintains a global network of facilities:
- Europe
- Berlin headquarters
- France subsidiary
- Asia
- China (Jiangsu)
- Japan (Tokyo)
- Americas
- USA subsidiary
Contact Information:
LUM GmbHJustus-von-Liebig-Str. 3
12489 Berlin
Germany
Tel: +49-30-6780 6030
Email: info@lum-gmbh.de
More details about Lum
A leading scientific instrumentation company in Berlin
Since 1994, Lum has established itself as a prominent provider of analytical solutions from its headquarters in Berlin. Founded by Prof. Dr. Dr. Dietmar Lerche, the company has grown from a local German enterprise to an international scientific powerhouse.
Advanced laboratory services and expertise
Operating as a cosmetic lab and research facility, Lum specializes in particle characterization and analytical services. The company’s expertise extends to suspension and emulsion analysis, making it a preferred partner for research and development projects across various industries.
Technical capabilities and services
- Materials testing and stability analysis
- Quality control procedures
- Process optimization solutions
- Bonding and layer strength determination
Global reach from Berlin’s scientific hub
Located at Justus-von-Liebig-Straße 3 in Berlin, Lum operates from the heart of Germany’s scientific research community. The company has expanded its presence with strategic locations in:
- France
- United States
- China (Jiangsu)
- Japan (Tokyo)
Scientific expertise and team composition
Lum’s workforce consists of scientists, engineers, and skilled technicians who bring decades of measurement expertise to every project. Their analytical devices have become standard equipment in research and quality control departments worldwide.
Community engagement
Beyond its technical operations, Lum actively supports educational initiatives and international development work through partnerships with organizations such as Doctors Without Borders and SOS Children’s Villages.












