Your custom machine partner for an automated future.

From concept to execution, we build the systems that power your production goals.

We design, engineer and build custom automated machines.

We are a team of innovators, problem solvers, and dedicated professionals who work together to solve manufacturing challenges. This pushes automation boundaries and delivers world-class, robust machines.

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Innovative Expertise in Technology and Automation
Since 1998, our team has been at the forefront of technological innovation, combining deep expertise in machine design, engineering, programming, assembly, and troubleshooting. We tackle complex challenges, solving production problems that may not have a simple solution.

Our specialization includes advanced assembly and processing machines, cutting-edge testing and inspection systems, semi-automated solutions, and custom designs tailored to unique manufacturing needs. Driven by decades of experience, we consistently exceed customer expectations by blending precision engineering with forward-thinking innovation.

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FULLY CUSTOMIZED SOLUTIONS

Systems designed for your exact needs, no off-the-shelf solutions.

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TOP ENGINEERING TALENT

Deep technical expertise to solve complex automation challenges.

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PRECISION IN SMALL PART ASSEMBLY

Ideal for high-precision industries like aerospace and electronics.

Designated Automated Machines for Unique Capabilities

Automated machines and systems can be very successful at increasing manufacturing productivity and enhancing quality. This creates an efficient and safe environment for employees on the factory floor. The key to this success is partnering with an expert who can develop the right solution. Learn more about the capabilities we excel in.

Explore Our Capabilities

Whatever you manufacture, our solutions can help make your process more efficient.

Our Process

Solving our customer’s toughest automation needs — we make machines that help optimize manufacturing processes. This includes, but is not limited to, increasing efficiency, quality, safety, and production.

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DESIGN & ENGINEER

Our mechanical and electrical controls engineering teams work with our clients to make sure each project is designed to meet every specification and requirement

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BUILD

Our machine builders and electricians assemble each system in-house, working with our engineering teams to provide a robust machine. 

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TEST & RUN-OFF

Each SDC system undergoes rigorous machine testing, otherwise known as run-off, to pass client acceptance criteria before they leave our facility. 

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SUPPORT

We value long-term partnerships and stand behind our custom automated systems. For as long as the machine is in production, we’ll provide support. 

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CASE STUDIES

Precision Packaging Automation: The Ultimate Production Line

When a new customer needed a high-speed automated solution for their ink fulfillment process, they turned to SDC—a recognized leader in complex automated machines. A key robotics supplier for SDC, FANUC, pointed them in our direction because of our expertise in robotic integration, advanced contro…
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CASE STUDIES

Hose Clamp Assembly Machine

This machine was custom designed and built for our customer that specializes in after-market clamps and connectors supplied to industries like aerospace, military, marine, and more. Having recently built a similar machine for this customer, the project timeline was significantly shortened and cost-e…
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CASE STUDIES

How SDC Ensured ±0.00015” Precision with Automated Measurement

SDC designed an automated in-line measurement and quality control system for a leading consumer appliance manufacturer specializing in precision-ground blender components. The system ensures real-time measurement of critical part diameters with ultra-tight tolerances of ±0.00015” using a Keyence …
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CASE STUDIES

SDC Delivers Semi-Automated Assembly Line for EV Charging System

A leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer partnered with SDC to design a reliable, efficient assembly system for its Universal Mobile Connector (UMC) charger. Faced with complex subassemblies, sensitive components, and precise standards, SDC created a semi-automated solution that enhanced product…
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CASE STUDIES

Microscopic Medical Device Assembly Machine

As an industrial automated machine builder, we were faced with a unique challenge – how to automate a previously manual and tedious medical device assembly at a microscopic level.
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