Bullen Ultrasonics announced plans to expand its Technology Development Center (TDC) in Eaton to support critical industry sector growth in semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace composites, and micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS). With the support of JobsOhio, the state’s private economic development corporation, and the City of Eaton, Bullen will invest more than $14 million to expand the TDC and in new technologies advancing R&D efforts.
“Bullen Ultrasonics has a history of making bold advancements to have a positive impact on our community and the industries we serve. We value the importance of investing into our employees, our technologies, and our facilities in order to support our customers,” Bullen President Tim Beatty said. “Our partnership with JobsOhio and the City of Eaton will allow us to take major strides forward to meet the ever-growing demands for advanced technology in the Semiconductor, MEMS, and Aerospace sectors. The expansion of our TDC will allow us to implement robotic automation, data automation, and further develop our latest MicroLucent™ technology in order to increase market share and improve value for our existing customers.”
Founded in 1971, Eaton-based Bullen Ultrasonics is a family-owned and operated ultrasonic machining company that grew from humble beginnings into a machining powerhouse and globally recognized industry leader. The demand for advanced materials is increasing for MEMS and Semiconductor devices, and aerospace components. The expanded TDC will also enhance Bullen’s capacity to provide complementary services, including a new technology offering called MicroLucent™, which exceeds the stringent demands of these industries.
“Bullen Ultrasonics’s investment strengthens Ohio’s position to lead the nation in the development of new technology to enhance reliability, accuracy, and longevity within several critical industries that are important to the future of the state,” said J.P. Nauseef, JobsOhio president and CEO. “This expansion aligns with the state’s longtime goal to boost research in advanced materials for the aerospace industry, continues to position us as a global leader in semiconductor manufacturing, and will result in high-wage, skilled jobs for the residents of Preble County.”
SOURCE: PR Newswire