Demcon was created as a result of the passion of its founders for solving challenging technological and social problems. We develop high-quality, innovative, complex systems and products, and can also take care of production ourselves. This way we create value for our customers. In a society faced by major challenges, we carry out projects that have a positive impact on people and the world they live in. We work on smart applications in various sectors, such as healthcare, safety, water, energy, production and communication. In addition to technological innovation we also devote our efforts to promoting entrepreneurship and investing in talent and education.
Over more than 30 years, Demcon has grown to become the Demcon group, with 1.000+ employees and several branches in the Netherlands, Germany, Japan and Singapore as well as clients worldwide. As a high-tech system supplier, we supply innovative technological solutions, products and systems for the (design) challenges of our clients. We take care of the entire process, from defining an idea to delivering a market-ready product.
At Demcon we work with short lines of communication. There is a strong feeling of togetherness and that creates a supportive, open, relaxed and fun atmosphere. Together we achieve the best results.
Multi-disciplinary
Mechatronics is the multi-disciplinary specialism of Demcon, which means that mechatronic systems engineering is the key discipline, the ‘mechatronic conscience’ within Demcon. There are also strong disciplinary departments that combine the knowledge and competencies in their fields. Together, they are responsible for conceiving and developing innovative concepts and creative solutions for the design challenges of the clients.
Demcon can provide for complete production, from prototyping and production engineering to setting up the supply chain and in-house assembly. Demcon has the specialised knowledge for this, as well as the international supply network and the advanced facilities, including carefully developed assembly lines and an extensive clean room.
The ambition of Demcon is to realise further growth by addressing new and challenging projects, surveying new international markets and further expanding its production expertise and capacity.
Demcon has developed from a business with roots in Twente to a Dutch business with international operations. For junior and senior talent with various educational backgrounds, experience and interests, Demcon offers an intellectually challenging and socially inspiring working environment.
We’re thrilled to announce that as of this year, SeQso has officially joined the Demcon group! SeQso is a leader in designing and building advanced sorting and sowing machines for seed breeders across Europe, Asia, and America. Their systems empower breeders to tackle the global challenge of developing crops that offer higher yields and greater resilience—critical for addressing food security in the face of climate change. Read more [picture source: Demcon on linkedin.com]
At Demcon Industrial Systems, digital twins are more than just a development tool—they’re a key for developing reliable machines and support our customers throughout the lifecycle of their systems. One great example is our project for Drystack, where the digital twin played a crucial role in the development. Read more
Een consortium van Nederlandse technologiebedrijven DEMCON, Thorizon en VDL Groep heeft in december een projectovereenkomst gesloten. Hun gezamenlijke missie: een doorbraak realiseren in de ontwikkeling van Small Modular Reactors (SMR’s), en meer specifiek gesmoltenzoutreactoren. Deze innovatieve kernreactoren beloven een veilige, schaalbare en duurzame bijdrage te leveren aan de energietransitie. Lees verder [Bron: duurzaam-ondernemen.nl]
The Ministerie van Defensie is experimenting with the use of robotic and autonomous unmanned systems to optimize the application of unmanned systems and develop new concepts for tactical land operations. When the availability of unmanned vehicles is limited, simulation can be used as a stand-in for the real systems. To give units realistic and relevant experience in the field Demcon has developed an outdoor tactical simulator in which the simulated robot is controlled by a physical End User Device. The simulator enables efficient experimentation with autonomous systems where also to-be-developed capabilities can already be simulated. In this movie we explain more about this simulator and how the in Virtual Battle Space simulated systems are connected to real hardware. Watch the video
Technology developer and manufacturer Demcon has acquired Hengelo-based QL Polymers, a specialist in polymer chemistry, technology and processing. Founder Joost Duvigneau will remain involved as a minority shareholder and managing director of Demcon QL Polymers. The company is committed to “Quality for Life” with plastics that have the potential to improve the quality of life and believes that being part of Demcon will increase its impact by providing access to larger projects and enabling it to develop advanced processing plants. Demcon, in turn, can benefit from QL Polymers’ expertise in polymers, including in projects for sustainable process technology, recycling and medical applications. Read more
The Demcon Group is now officially established in Germany as Demcon Germany GmbH. With this renaming from Demcon systec industrial systems GmbH to Demcon Germany GmbH we aim to make the engineering expertise from the Netherlands more visible in Germany. Read more
FSO Instruments, een gezamenlijke onderneming van het Brabantse VDL ETG en Demcon uit Enschede, profiteert bij de bouw van een reeks satellieten voor Defensie, vaFSO Instruments, een gezamenlijke onderneming van het Brabantse VDL ETG en Demcon uit Enschede, profiteert bij de bouw van een reeks satellieten voor Defensie, van de kennis die VDL heeft vergaard met leveranties aan ASMLn de kennis die VDL heeft vergaard met leveranties aan ASML.
Dit stelt Gus van der Feltz, business development manager bij FSO Instruments, in een toelichting op de grote order die zijn bedrijf en partners hebben gekregen voor de bouw en lancering van een Defensie-satelliet in 2027. Met de PAMI-1 krijgen de Nederlandse strijdkrachten een satelliet die volledig in eigen land is gebouwd. Nederland kan dat mede door zijn vooraanstaande positie op gebied van chiptechnologie. Lees verder [Bron: computable.nl]
Together with our ambition to develop innovative technological solutions, we want to protect the safety of people and society in general. Last years we’ve been busy to develop the Demcon Robotic Explorer. This is a small-sized autonomous unmanned ground vehicle. Watch the video
Technologieontwikkelaar en -producent Demcon heeft het Enschedese Eluxis, specialist in kennismanagement voor de technische sector, per 1 september overgenomen. Daarmee kan Demcon haar dienstverlening op het gebied van kennismanagement uitbreiden om klanten meer te ontzorgen. Demcon kan zich verder ontwikkelen door, naast de ontwikkeling van nieuwe producten en technologie, actief de gehele levensfase van een product te ondersteunen. In deze ondersteuning spelen technische documentatie en technische opleidingen een belangrijke rol. Tegelijkertijd behoudt Eluxis de eigen klantenkring en zal die ook verder uitbreiden. Lees verder [Bron: linkmagazine.nl]
In an era where data is increasingly driving innovation, Demcon data-driven solutions (DDS) plays a crucial role. Through the use of advanced algorithms and synthetic data, Demcon is helping various industries to operate more efficiently and effectively. Marnix Zoutenbier and Vincent Bos explain the added value of synthetic data and elaborate on Demcon DDS’ innovative approach. “If you feel like you can do more with data, it’s time for a cup of coffee with us,” says Zoutenbier with a reference to Demcon’s mission to help companies use their data more effectively. Read more [Bron: innovationorigins.com]
Demcon industrial systems is the engineering partner of E-magy for the development of their GEN2 casting machine. This machine will produce their unique nanoporous silicon anode material for lithium-ion batteries. In the casting machine, liquid silicon is poured onto cassettes after which it solidifies and acquires its specific properties. Read more
Demcon Kryoz, Cooll en de Universiteit Twente ontwikkelen met subsidie van het Nationaal Groeifonds een trillingsvrije koeltechniek voor de Einstein Telescope. Die moet helpen de spiegels van de toekomstige detector voor zwaartekrachtsgolven zo gevoelig mogelijk te krijgen, vertelt oprichter Pieter Lerou van Demcon Kryoz. Lees verder [Bron: https://www.einsteintelescope-emr.eu]
The DemcAir was based on the unique ventilation technology developed by Demcon macawi respiratory systems for use with every patient, from premature infants to adults. The separate ventilation modules had been in production at Demcon for many years for supply to foreign respiratory system manufacturers. Now, for the first time, Demcon developed a complete ventilation system itself, for a domestic client. Read more [Picutre source: Demcon on linkedin.com]
We’re continuously engaged in a diverse array of national and international projects, often supported by governmental institutions such as the European Union. These collaborations serve as dynamic hubs of innovation, driving international partnerships and technological advancements. One such initiative we’re proud to contribute to is the LIBRA Project EU, a project focused on advancing smart multi-sensing systems for the screening of cultivation processes in bioreactors. Projects like LIBRA underscore our commitment to pioneering solutions that address societal issues. They not only propel innovation but also pave the way for groundbreaking technologies. Discover more about LIBRA here [Picture source: Demcon on linkedin.com]
In this article, we present the model-based design steps for a high-performance vibration isolation system to support a metrology frame. During the design phase, several improvements were shown to increase the vibration isolation performance. The design requirements for the individual spring and damper components have been derived from the relatively simple model. To conclude, the realisation of these components is briefly discussed. Read more
We would like to give you an in-depth look at a machine we have developed and how we approached its development. The machine assembles a chip into a baseplate resulting in an IVD cartridge. To execute this assembly process, we use off-the-shelf components combined with a vision system developed by Demcon focal. The vision assisted assembly module is then placed into an assembly line that covers the complete production of the IVD cartridge. You can read in this post how we reached the high accuracy of 5 microns by a cycle time of less than 3 seconds. Watch the video
Data en data analytics, elk bedrijf wil er iets mee en velen zien het als een gouden oplossing. Demcon data driven solutions, een nieuwe tak binnen Demcon die sinds 1 januari 2023 actief is, ontwikkelt algoritmiek voor bedrijven op basis van gekochte, beschikbare óf – en daarin onderscheidt het zich – synthetische data, plus het hele systeem eromheen. In alle gevallen staat de use case van de klant voorop: draagt de gewenste oplossing bij aan de strategie en levert het daadwerkelijk meerwaarde op voor de klant? Lees verder [Bron: linkmagazine.nl]
The international δypha Consortium has received a European Innovation Council Transition grant of 2.5 million euros for bringing Sync Biosystems’ technology from pilot to product. Industrial and research leaders, integral members of the consortium, participate as end users: Charles River Laboratories, Princess Máxima Center for Pediatric Oncology and Bambino Gesù Children’s Hospital. With dedicated showcases, they will demonstrate how the technology impacts their drug development assays and their search for better therapies for patients. To translate the results from the in vitro technology to patient-relevant levels, consortium partner ESQlabs will develop specific physiologically-based computational models. The goal of δypha is to improve cell culture and drug testing with automated and continuous fluidic control in standard cell culture plates. Read more
Technology developer and producer Demcon shipped the first Laser Projection System together with TNO last week. Its destination is the European Southern Observatory (ESO), where TNO and ESO will test the system. In total, Demcon company Focal and TNO will build nine systems for ESO’s Very Large Telescope and Extremely Large Telescope in Chile. The systems project ‘laser guide stars’ into the atmosphere to help the large telescopes better focus on distant astronomical objects. This gives astronomers sharper images of the universe. They hope to make new discoveries, for example about the evolution of the universe after the Big Bang and the formation of stars and galaxies. Read more
Cervical cancer is generally preventable, provided that the disease is detected at an early stage. Although screening programs can prevent 92% of deaths, participation in these programs in the Netherlands is low, ranging between 50-60%. For women with a migrant background, this percentage is even lower, namely between 30-40%. For many women, participating in screening seems to be a (too) big step. Read more
A consortium of Demcon kryoz, Cooll and the University of Twente will develop an advanced cooling system for the Einstein Telescope. This enormous observatory will measure gravitational waves, which Albert Einstein predicted more than 100 years ago. It may be housed beneath the hilly landscape of the Dutch-Belgian-German border area. Read more
Technologie-ontwikkelaar en -producent Demcon is technologiepartner en medeaandeelhouder geworden van ReGEN Biomedical, dat is voortgekomen uit de Universiteit Maastricht. ReGEN Biomedical ontwikkelt in Maastricht technologie voor het kweken van biologische weefsels voor regeneratieve geneeskunde en farmaceutische screening. De onderneming maakt deel uit van de RegMed XB pilotfabriek; de nationale infrastructuur die de gehele keten van ontwikkeling en productie van stamcellen, mini-organen, weefsels en slimme (bio)materialen omvat. Lees verder
There are multiple Demcon innovations where synthetic data plays a key role. The results of the ‘Synthetic data for food sorting’ project are something we will all have to deal with sooner or later. At least, if you like green beans or strawberries. After all, how can you filter out bad green beans and strawberries during the production process? Read the full article
The starting point for developing the needle placement robot was to retain the current workflow as closely as possible, and only to automate the steps critical for the speed and result (‘first time right’) of the procedure. The critical step is determining the angle at which the needle enters the body. Read more
Guidewires have been used for ages to perform image-guided procedures in the circulatory system, such as angioplasty, catheter insertion, stent placement and brain surgery. They require precise intravascular steerability for accessing difficult-to-reach anatomical locations and limiting damage inside the body. We developed an intrinsically safe design that offers physicians active endovascular access through enhanced maneuverability. This was achieved with the ingenious, ergonomic design of a guidewire and a one-hand controller that is able to steer only the guidewire’s tip. Read more
Guaranteeing drinking water quality and preventing water spillage requires good management of the huge pipeline networks. Commissioned by the drinking water companies, recently united in the company SubMerge, we have developed a prototype inspection robot. It can navigate autonomously through water pipes to collect the necessary up-to-date data, for replacing risk-driven maintenance by far more efficient condition-based interventions. Read more
Bij steeds meer handelingen die we in het dagelijks leven doen, kan technologie een ondersteunde functie vervullen. Door beschikbare technologie slim te combineren kan deze ingezet worden voor nieuwe toepassingen. Zo werkten we voor Holland Robotics (Logistiek) aan een indoor drone, waarbij de uitdaging lag in het robuust indoor (zonder GPS) kunnen vliegen. Samen met VDL ETG Projects B.V. definieerden we de use-case, wij zorgden voor de uitvoer. Lees verder en bekijk de video
We have grown accustomed to metal and concrete printing. But glass? It not only has a very high melting point, it also becomes brittle after solidifying too quickly. Together with the German specialist in advanced solutions from high-performance materials QSIL we cracked the ‘glass code’. Key to that were accurate positioning and temperature control. QSIL now has a robust 3D glass printer at its disposal for research and demonstrations. Read more
De machines die CO2 uit de lucht halen worden zo groot als een zeecontainer en moeten over niet al te lange tijd aan de lopende band uit de fabriek rollen. Lees verder [Bron: innovationorigins.com]
Met de oprichting van Demcon data driven solutions per 1 januari 2023, zet technologie-ontwikkelaar en -producent Demcon een volgende stap in haar ambitie om zich te ontwikkelen als technologiepartner op het vlak van data science vraagstukken. De digitale transformatie neemt steeds complexere vormen aan en zorgt voor een grotere vraag naar data als product of service. Voorbeelden hiervan zijn het ontwikkelen van een autonome inspectiecamera voor pijpleidingen en algoritmes die het moment detecteren waarop patiënten op de IC zelf ademen. Wat begon als een verkenningsmissie, is nu doorgegroeid naar een eigen bedrijf met volwaardige data-oplossingen. Lees verder
De Nederlandse technologie-ontwikkelaars en -producenten Demcon en VDL Groep bundelen hun activiteiten voor lasersatellietcommunicatie in FSO Instruments. Met de oprichting van dit eerste technologiebedrijf in Nederland voor lasersatellietcommunicatie wordt voortgebouwd op baanbrekende technologie die TNO heeft ontwikkeld in samenwerking met bedrijven, waaronder Demcon en VDL. Lees verder
Demcon zette recent een belangrijkste stap op het vlak van chemie en procestechnologie. Dit zijn vakgebieden die essentieel zijn in de energietransitie en de stap naar een circulaire economie, waaraan Demcon al langer werkt. Demcon Suster, voortgekomen uit de Universiteit Twente, is sinds 2022 onderdeel van de Demcon groep. Bert Heesink, één van de oprichters van Suster, vertelt over de groeiambities van Demcon Suster. Op de Technology Base staat nu een proefinstallatie voor de productie van bio-kerosine. Lees verder [Bron: inntwente.nl]
Demcon brengt zijn brede expertise van medische productontwikkeling in en heeft tevens een minderheidsdeelneming in het bedrijf. ‘Daarnaast bieden we proactief praktische ondersteuning bij het dagelijkse reilen en zeilen van het bedrijf. De samenwerking tussen Mellon Medical, Demcon innovation & technology en Demcon investment laat zien dat we daadwerkelijk willen bijdragen aan het succes van een bedrijf’, aldus Jemy Pauwels, managing director van Demcon investment. Lees verder [Bron: linkmagazine.nl
