Altus collaborates with MTC to develop next generation manufacturing systems

MTC was established to improve innovative manufacturing processes and technologies in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions. It houses some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world, creating a high-quality environment for the development and demonstration of industrial-scale new technologies and providing a unique opportunity for manufacturers to build new and innovative processes and technologies.

“Many of the machines and systems we sell into the industry these days are not straightforward ‘off the shelf’ items but have many special requirements, so the opportunity to review and discuss with MTC specialists will be very beneficial. With the equipment we plan to install into the MTC production centre, we expect heavy testing and trial runs and a very positive open dialogue, which will allow us to constantly improve our offering to the wider electronics industry throughout the UK and Ireland,” said Richard Booth, General Manager, Altus.

Dr Clive Hickman, Chief Executive of MTC said the addition of Altus to its membership would enhance the centre’s capabilities in automated production and inspection systems. “If the UK is to improve its productivity and retain its place as a leader in advanced manufacturing we must grasp the opportunities presented by the rapidly moving technology in this field, which can improve competitiveness and create wealth,” he said.

The focus of this membership remains on exploring areas where Altus can cooperate in the industry to bring additional benefits to its customer base. As part of this objective, Altus will be running technical seminars for the benefit of existing and prospective customers. 

Partnering with Accelonix, Altus will be running a technical seminar at MTC on 28^th June 2016, featuring presentations and hands on demonstrations from many of its key suppliers, with Industry 4.0 as one of the main themes of the event.