Benchmark Almelo, Netherlands
Benchmark Almelo is a trusted Center of Excellence for Electromechanical Systems, specializing in providing next-generation solutions for semiconductor capital equipment, complex industrials, aerospace and defense, and medical sectors. With the increasing importance of connectivity, artificial intelligence, and sustainability, electromechanical solutions have become essential to a growing number of applications. Our integrated product realization services enable precise motions and positioning in components like actuators, sensors, and motion control systems, playing a vital role in producing robotics, imaging equipment, and automation. Choosing a reliable and experienced engineering and manufacturing partner is critical when dealing with the complexity of electromechanical systems, making Benchmark Almelo the preferred choice for manufacturers across industries.
At Benchmark Almelo’s Center of Excellence for Electromechanical Systems, our experienced design engineers, manufacturing personnel, and supply chain strategists collaborate to deliver superior integrated product realization solutions. We offer industrial design, user experience design, mechanical and electronics engineering, embedded software development, and fast prototyping. With our expertise, we can execute complex and innovative projects from the initial concept phase to development, test, manufacturing, and aftermarket support. Whether it’s the transfer and launch of products within Europe or globally, we ensure seamless product transfers to a manufacturing facility that matches your sourcing strategy.
Our Benchmark Almelo team offers expertise in electronics design, including analog and digital circuit design, sensor integration, power and motor-drive circuit design, as well as RF and wireless solutions for secure data transfers. Our industrial design and user interface expertise covers areas such as augmented reality, award-winning designs, ergonomics, and 3D mechanical design. Our industrial design team pairs with mechanical and electrical engineers to address size, weight and power challenges. Additionally, we specialize in optical design, plastics design, PCB design, and software development across multiple platforms. Together, these skills let us excel in various aspects of electromechanical system design, including:
| Control Systems | Mechatronics Applications |
| Fluidics | Precision Alignment |
| Microfluidics | Resonant Systems |
| MEMS Devices | Rotary and Linear Positioning |
Benchmark Almelo applies its experience and expertise to various high-tech products, that require actuator control boards, precision positioning platforms, smart sensors, encoders, and interlocks, power meters, analyzers, and more. With our capabilities, we can help design, develop, test, and manufacture high-quality and reliable solutions tailored to your specific requirements.
With certified processes in place, Benchmark Almelo is uniquely suited to offer high-quality project management. Our collaborative project management approach ensures that each customer is matched with a prime customer contact, as well as a single point of contact for cost and scheduling.
Examples of our work include:
| Complex Racks and Cabinets | Measurement Modules |
| Electrification Systems | Mechatronics Modules and Systems |
| Energy Management | Smart Battery Controls |
| Machine Conditioning Systems | Smart Sensors |
Benchmark Almelo specializes in design verification and pre-production solutions, ensuring the readiness of your products for manufacturing. Through the design readiness and pre-production process, our regional supply chain and service and repair center ensure efficient and timely support and maintenance throughout your product’s lifecycle. Our design readiness and test development expertise include:
| Automated Test Development | Integration of Standard Test Platforms |
| Custom Fixtures Development | New Product Introduction (NPI) |
| EMC Pre-Compliance Testing | Optical Inspection Development |
| Fast Prototyping | System Test Development |
| In-circuit Testing (ICT) | Test Equipment Replication |
Partnering with Benchmark Almelo for electromechanical manufacturing brings a range of benefits, including increased yield, improved product quality and usability, and cost optimization. Our system-build capabilities encompass systems calibration, final check, and packaging, delivering fully assembled and tested products ready for deployment. To ensure quality for sensitive systems, we maintain 1800 m² of ISO Class 6 & 7 cleanroom space for when a controlled and automated cleanroom environment is required.
Our manufacturing processes prioritize lean assembly principles to optimize efficiency and minimize waste. We specialize in subsystem and system testing, employing rigorous quality control measures to verify the functionality and reliability of your products. Whether it’s prototype builds, quick transfer and short runs, or high-mix/low-to-medium-volume production, our dedicated teams and modern facility enable us to meet your unique manufacturing requirements.
Our comprehensive manufacturing and sustaining solutions include:
| System and Sub-System Builds | Manual Assembly |
| Cleanroom Assembly | Prototype Builds |
| Complex Unit Assembly | Selective Soldering |
| Cost Optimization | Subsystem and System Testing |
| Flying Probe and X-Ray Testing | Surface Mount Technology (SMT) |
Benchmark Almelo’s Center of Excellence for Electromechanical Systems partners with some of the most disruptive and high-growth manufacturers worldwide, offering a full suite of market-leading product realization services customized to your unique needs. With our global footprint, we can seamlessly keep your engineering and manufacturing close to home (or close to your customers) or shift offshore as volumes increase with a seamless and standardized site transition. As an integral part of our global network of sites, Benchmark Almelo also provides aftermarket support to all of our customers.
At Benchmark Almelo, quality and compliance are paramount to our overall success. The site carries international standards certifications:
These certifications demonstrate our commitment to delivering products and solutions of the highest caliber while prioritizing environmental sustainability. We also understand the importance of security and prioritize high-level security measures to safeguard intellectual property and ensure confidentiality. Our production facility maintains strict access controls, data protection protocols, and secure IT infrastructure, providing peace of mind to our customers.
*Medical FDA/QSR capable in first half of 2023.
