We love challenges in forming technology for Automotive, Packaging and New Mobility applications

WHO we are

Christian T. Held
Christian T. Held

Christian is a graduate engineer in automotive and engine technology and has been involved in forming technology since his studies, especially in the field of forming simulation for sheet metal materials as well as all related areas. After more than ten years of OEM experience in tool making and quality assurance and a leading position at a scientifically oriented engineering service provider, he has been working as an independent consultant, certified expert and project manager since the beginning of 2021.

Christian is also part of the core team of iLARIZ GmbH - a new and innovative service and system provider for sheet metal forming - and is also a member of the management board.



Dominik T. Riedl
Dominik T. Riedl

Dominik studied mechanical engineering, specialising in forming technology and product development. After working in quality assurance at an OEM, he joined an engineering service provider as a project manager and development engineer. Dominik specialises in the topic of material characterisation and modelling as well as the active control of forming processes. He has been involved in the development and optimisation of systems in this area for years. He is working as a project manager, product developer and consultant since the beginning of 2021.

Dominik as well is in the core team of iLARIZ GmbH and supports product development there.



Eddy T.
Eddy T.

Eddy has been a team member from the beginning and is self-taught in forming and reshaping treats, office furniture or shoes. With his refreshing nature, he keeps the entire team entertained and always contributes to idea finding processes.



WHAT we do

  • We consult in production and forming technology, on solving forming technology problems and on patenting your new developments
  • We prepare expert opinions in and out of court for forming technology equipment and tools
  • We lead and manage pre-competitive development projects
  • We support you in building up networks for the sales support of your products
  • We are active as training advisors for sheet metal forming, material characterisation and forming simulation

HOW you reach us

Write us an email

Christian: held@held-riedl.de

Dominik: riedl@held-riedl.de