Who we are
Designing ASICs, embedded systems and advanced electronic solutions since 2008.
About Kerr
Kerr S.r.l. is an engineering company founded in 2008 in Bolzano, Italy, specializing in microelectronics, ASIC design and embedded electronic systems.
Over the years, Kerr has supported international companies in the development of custom electronic solutions, combining expertise in hardware design, firmware development and system integration.
Our team works across the full development cycle, from concept and architecture definition to prototype development and production support.
Today Kerr operates from the NOI Techpark in Bolzano, South Tyrol’s innovation district dedicated to research, technology and advanced industry collaboration.
This ecosystem allows us to work closely with research centers, technology partners and innovative companies across Europe.
OUR CAPABILITIES
Kerr provides engineering expertise in microelectronics design and embedded systems development, supporting projects from concept to production.
ASIC & FPGA Design
Development of custom integrated circuits and programmable logic systems, including:
Low power ASIC design
Mixed analog/digital architectures
Security IP design
FPGA system prototyping
Through our partner network, Kerr can access UMC foundry technologies via Faraday Technology Corporation, supporting semiconductor processes from 0.5 µm down to 18A Intel, including 80V high-power DMOS technologies.
Embedded Systems Development
Development of complete electronic systems, including:
Microcontroller based platforms
Custom electronic board design (PCBA)
Embedded firmware development
Industrial communication interfaces
Kerr supports development from prototype to mass production.
EXPERIENCE
Kerr has contributed to several industrial and aerospace electronic developments, including:
ASIC for aircraft cockpit lighting controls with DO-254 certification flow for the A400M program
ASIC for cockpit lighting control systems
Custom ASIC for dot matrix printer image processing
FPGA systems for dental medical equipment
FPGA algorithm for dental apex measurement
Patented algorithm for SMPS current control for LED lighting
ASIC for SMPS controller with integrated PFC
ASIC for AC-DC constant current LED drivers
Nano-power security IP for POS smart card applications
Was founded in 2008 in Bolzano, Italy. It is sales representative for FarEast companies for microelectronic and lighting applications, with high capability in ASIC and FPGA design.