Singapore Institute Of Manufacturing Technology

The Singapore Institute of Manufacturing Technology (SIMTech) develops high value manufacturing technology and human capital to enhance the competitiveness of Singapore's manufacturing industry. It is a research institute of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR). SIMTech has completed projects for companies, big and small, in the electronics, semiconductor, precision engineering, medical technology, aerospace, automotive, marine, logistics and other sectors. Roles - Boost the human capital base in Singapore through manpower development initiatives such as industry research collaborations and training programmes for industry. - Generate, apply and commercialise R&D, advanced manufacturing science and technology through creating intellectual capital to enhance local industries' competitiveness. - Enrich the industrial capital base from R&D collaborations outcome with the industry and the transfer of research results through technology training. SIMTech's research competencies encompass automation, system and process technologies. > Research Groups . Manufacturing Process - Forming Technology - Machining Technology - Joining Technology - Surface Technology . Manufacturing Automation - Mechatronics - Precision Measurements . Manufacturing System - Manufacturing Execution & Control - Planning and Operations Management > Research Programmes . Microfluidics Manufacturing . Large Area Processing