New Hi-tech equipment boosts Escatec's MOEMS production
February 28, 2024
EMS provider Escatec has significantly expanded the micro-opto-electro-mechanical-systems (MOEMS) capability at its Swiss facility with the recent commissioning of a Delvotec M17S automated wire bonder.
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ESCATEC names new Chief Executive Officer
November 29, 2023
Charles-Alexandre Albin, after many years across numerous roles within the organisation, will take the helm as the CEO of the ESCATEC Group, effective 31st March 2024.
Escatec Switzerland expands its SMT capabilities
October 03, 2023
Escatec is upgrading its machine park at its location in Heerbrugg, Switzerland (ECH). The company has added a new Mycronic MY700 jet printer to its Surface Mount Technology (SMT) line in early August 2023 and the results have been right on target.
Escatec expands its production footprint with new Bulgarian site
June 07, 2023
EMS provider Escatec had been in expansion mode for several years now. And continued requests to nearshore cost-effective production in Europe have prompted the manufacturer to establish a new production facility in Bulgaria.
ESCATEC expands with new facility in Switzerland
October 14, 2022
EMS provider ESCATEC is investing in a new dedicated "Innovation Hub" in Heerbrugg, Switzerland as the company looks to support growing demand for its services.
ESCATEC expands its automotive EMS capabilities
September 06, 2022
EMS provider ESCATEC is upgrading its automotive EMS capabilities to meet the growing demand for electronic sub-systems in electric vehicles.
Escatec appoints HL Wong as Chief Operating Officer
July 08, 2022
HL Wong was formerly the General Manager of Plexus Manufacturing in Penang with operational responsibility for over 2’000 employees.
ESCATEC new CEO to accelerate the group’s expansion
April 11, 2022
EMS provider ESCATEC has appointed industry veteran Ernest Sebak as its new CEO
Escatec acquires UK & Czech-based JJS Manufacturing
May 14, 2021
EMS provider Escatec is expanding with the acquisition of UK-based JJS Manufacturing. The deal adds electro-mechanical production facilities in the United Kingdom and Czech Republic to Escatec’s portfolio.
ESCATEC advances MOEMS Capabilities
July 28, 2020
In another step up the hi-tech ladder, ESCATEC recently invested in new technology to advance its capability in MOEMS (micro-opto-electro-mechanical systems).
Patrick Macdonald is ESCATEC’s new CEO
June 16, 2020
Swiss-owned ESCATEC Group has announced the appointment of industry specialist, Patrick Macdonald, as its new Chief Executive Officer.
New production lines installed at ESCATEC Penang
January 27, 2020
Several new production lines are being set up at the company’s main facility in Penang, which hosts ESCATEC Electronics (EEM) and ESCATEC Medical (EDM).
Escatec purchases new factory
January 23, 2018
EMS-provider Escatec has invested in a factory building in Malaysia that is intended to also function as the new group headquarter.
Escatec delivers on multimillion euro contract with Unilever
November 28, 2016
Escatec was responsible for industrialising Unilever’s initial design for high volume production and setting up a new factory in Malaysia specifically equipped for production of beverage machines.
Escatec appoints new Director of Business Development
November 02, 2015
Escatec has appointedf Chris Eden as its new Director of Business Development. He will be based at Escatec's Swiss facility, managing the company's team of Business Development Managers.
Escatec opens new factory in Malaysia
September 14, 2015
Escatec has opened its new factory in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. It has been designed to the British Retail Consortium (BRC) standard for manufacturing consumer food and drink preparation products.
ESCATEC appoints new General Manager in Malaysia
August 19, 2015
ESCATEC has appointed Daniel Moersdorf as General Manager for two of its EMS manufacturing facilities in Malaysia where he will be responsible for over 600 staff.
Escatec – now FDA registered for medical devices
July 20, 2015
Escatec Medical Sdn Bhd, part of the Escatec Group based in Penang, is now FDA registered as a Medical Device Contract Manufacturer.
Escatec adds 3D printer to inventory
June 25, 2015
Escatec has purchased a fused deposition modelling (FDM) 3D printer that "will enable it to produce rapid prototypes in minutes rather than using an outside contractor that used to take several days".
Escatec adds wireless testing to its Swiss facility
May 19, 2015
EMS provider Escatec has added wireless testing to its manufacturing facility in Heerburgg, Switzerland.
Escatec adds EMC testing to its test capabilities
December 11, 2014
Escatec has invested in a custom designed Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) testing cell in its facility in Heerbrugg, Switzerland.
Escatec appoints new R&D manager in Malaysia
November 04, 2014
Escatec appoints new R&D Manager for the Design & Development Team in Penang, Malaysia
Escatec expands LED and micro manufacturing facilities
September 22, 2014
Escatec has nearly doubled the size of its ISO Class 7 cleanroom to meet the increasing need for miniaturized, multi-function components and 'smart materials/systems' with new equipment for material preparation, components creation and assemblies.
Escatec installs PCB router
April 29, 2014
Escatec has installed an Elite EM-5700N PCB Separator. This milling machine enables PCBs to be automatically separated from each other after production.
Escatec appoints new head of global R&D team
February 14, 2014
Escatec has appointed Michael Walser as the new head of the company’s Global R&D team based in Heerbrugg, Switzerland.
Escatec partners with Azuri Technologies
June 04, 2013
Escatec has helped commercialise a design of solar power charging station for its client Azuri Technologies. It is now in mass production in Escatec's Malaysian production facilities.
Escatec invests in quality control
May 27, 2013
EMS-provider Escatec invests EUR 150'000 in 2.5D X-Ray inspection system to further improve quality control.
Escatec appoints General Manager for Penang facility
May 21, 2013
Escatec has appointed of Johan Halling as General Manager of Escatec Electronics, and Escatec Medical, in Penang, Malaysia, effective today.
Escatec appoints micro-assembly expert for MOEMS
April 29, 2013
EMS provider Escatec, has appointed Wolfgang Plank as head of its MOEMS (Micro Optic Electronic Manufacturing Services) facility in Heerbrugg, Switzerland.
Escatec partner up with UID
February 18, 2013
Escatec announces partnership with UID to create a unique, fully integrated product design through manufacturing service
Escatec names Markus Walther to CEO position
December 19, 2012
Escatec has announced the appointment of Markus Walther to the role of CEO of the Escatec Group, effective January 1, 2013.
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