integrated technologies

With more than 5 decades of innovation in photochemical etching (PCM) at our core, Tecan continues its pioneering mission. We are proud to bring together micro precision technologies – from electroforming to laser welding and beyond to help manufacturers overcome complex design challenges and achieve remarkable levels of detail and quality in the production of components, ensuring optimal performance and functionality.

As part of the Materials Science Solutions division of IDEX Corporation, Tecan has seen significant investment in plant and technology over the past few years – strengthening its position as one of the World’s leading micro precision experts.

This approach not only enhances the capabilities of core processes but also opens up new possibilities for creating intricate and high-performance components. The combination of these technologies paves the way for innovative solutions in manufacturing, offering increased precision and efficiency in producing mission-critical parts for a wide range of industries.

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The synergy of technologies results in parts with:

– superior accuracy,
– high tolerances and
– consistent repeatability

– crucial for applications where precision is absolutely indispensible.

The integration of technologies enhances the capabilities of core processes and opens up new possibilities for creating intricate and high-performance components, paving the way for innovative solutions in manufacturing and offering increased precision and efficiency in producing mission-critical parts for a wide range of industries.

For an example application, see our heat exchanger plates article where we combine chemical etching with laser welding for optimum results.

Making complex parts manufacturable

Employing the right technology for each feature

Simplifying the supply chain