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Colegium
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Comprehensive technological innovations for the automotive industry
Advanced development, testing, and component manufacturing

About the holding company

Founded by Petr Šimák after returning from abroad in 2004, the company has grown from a small, parts degreasing operation into a key supplier for the automotive industry. From coating and 3D measurement to its own dedicated proving ground, this family business with a passion for cars and innovation has joined forces and now operates under Colegium Holding, ready to face new challenges. Discover the story of a company where family values go hand in hand with vision and success.

COLEGIUM HOLDING‘S COMPANIES

AUREL logistic

Automotive Painting Partners

Engineering Automation Partner

LENAM

Colegium Reality

Colegium Servis

Technology

We provide comprehensive industrial solutions: from advanced engineering, 3D measurement, FEM/CAE/CFD simulations and methodology development, through mechanical and special tests on the polygon and in the laboratory, surface treatments (KTL, passivation), assembly, robotic welding, industrial automation, PLC optimization and logistics.

Engineering

3D Measurement 

Proving Ground

Active and Passive Safety

Strain Gauging and Sensors

FEM and Experimental Testing

Paint Shop

PLC Optimisation

Fittings and Fixtures

ForeScan3D

Passivation

Degreasing

Phosphating

Assembly Operations

Special Applications

Logistics Services

Cathodic E-coating (KTL Coating)

Welding

Fine Seam Sealing / Flange Sealing

Primer Coating

Assembly of Components and Modules

Logistics Operations / Direct OEM Deliveries

Industrial Automation

Robotics

Engineering

Robotic Welding

Mechanical testing of materials and development of CAE/FEM material cards

Component testing

Specialised testing

Specialised testing

Flow simulations (CFD)

Multiphysics simulations

Optimisation

Multi-body simulations

Simulation of development tests

Simulation of manufacturing processes

Methodology development for simulations

Energy consumption optimisation

Write to us

Ing. Petr Šimák

petr.simak@colegiumcz.eu

Ing. Vojtěch Šimák

vojtech.simak@colegiumcz.eu

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Souhlas

Articles

30. September 2025

AxialSense sensir sees more: accurate data for safe and reliable operation

AUREL has developed the AxialSense sensor, designed for direct measurement of axial force in bolted joints. This specialised sensor delivers real-time, highly accurate data on bolt preload and enables evaluation of load effects depending on the type of stress or environmental conditions.
23. September 2025

AUREL is built on people: In-house training program and the AUREL Academy

AUREL is a technology company that thrives on the expertise of its people. To ensure it always has skilled professionals in the right roles, the company has developed its own recruitment, training, and long-term development system. At the core of this system is the AUREL Academy, which over the years has proven to be a valuable tool for both professional and personal growth of employees.
16. September 2025

AUREL Proving Ground: a strong partner for electric vehicle manufacturers

Electromobility is transforming the automotive industry and raiding new questions: How can batteries be tested under extreme conditions? How can range be measured across different environments? And how can this be done safely and efficiently?
11. September 2025

“One Stop Shop“ for the automotive industry: interview with Vojtěch Šimák

Automotive Painting Partners (APP) ranks among the leading European job coater in the field of cathodic dip coating (KTL) and has been a reliable partner for the automotive industry in the Czech Republic and abroad for more than 20 years.
9. September 2025

TorqGuardPro: AUREL’s own product reaching the USA

AUREL is not only about vehicle testing and development. The company also places strong emphasis on its own products, many of which find applications beyond the automotive industry. One successful example is TorqGuardPro – a sensor designed for precise measurement of torque in industrial quarter-turn systems.
4. September 2025

Virtual testing and proprietary products. AUREL is pushing the boundaries of automotive technology

More than twenty years at the helm of a company that ranks among the most comprehensive development and testing centres in the Czech Republic. Michal Mrkvička, COO of AUREL, oversees everything – from development to testing. We spoke with him about new technology development, vehicle testing, and why AUREL is one of the top five development partners for carmakers in the Czech Republic. 
28. August 2025

Flexible welding workstation: fast and efficient solution for small-series production

In today’s automative and engineering industries, nothing is more valuable than the ability to respond quickly and efficiently to production changes. Automotive Painting Partners (APP), a specialist in metal surface treatment, is introducing a new solution that significantly expands production capabilities in the field of robotic welding.