Altus Group is supporting Scienscope in the launch of its latest AXC-830 x-ray component counter. Together, Scienscope and Altus have established themselves in x-ray component counting, combining Scienscope’s strong technological capability and ongoing investment in innovation with Altus Group’s reliable after-sales support and customer service.
The most popular unit in Scienscope’s range has been the AXC-800 III, a batch-loaded system now in its third generation. Units supporting semi-automation and full inline automation have also seen increasing adoption across their customer base. Listening closely to customer feedback, Scienscope has developed the AXC-830, taking another step forward in their portfolio based on direct input from users in the field.
The AXC-830 is a manually loaded unit that utilises all of the core technology of the AXC-800 III range, including software and the bulk of the hardware. However, it now integrates an automatic drawer instead of a manual one. This automatic drawer allows operators to open and close it simply by pressing two buttons on the front of the unit, with the drawer completing each stage of the process automatically. Sensors within the drawer enable automatic label printing for one to four reels as they are removed, a feature that has proven highly valuable for existing adopters of Scienscope technology. The response to the new unit has been immediate, with Altus already receiving orders for the AXC-830 and first installations scheduled shortly after the summer.
Joe Booth, CEO of Altus Group, said: “Our partnership with Scienscope has made us the market leader in the UK for X-ray component counting solutions. Scienscope continues to be a very proactive supplier, quickly adapting and iterating their products based on market feedback.
“The AXC-830 builds on the strong foundations of the AXC-800 III, adding automation that improves efficiency while maintaining the accuracy and reliability our customers expect. This allows us to offer solutions for a wide range of throughputs and budgets, from low-volume manual operations to high-volume inline systems. We’re looking forward to seeing the first AXC-830 units installed in UK facilities soon.”
