US-based manufacturer of equipment for production automation, Lanco Integrated, has officially opened its much-anticipated, high-technology manufacturing facility at Batu Kawan Industrial Park.
According to its VP of sales, the new manufacturing facility will focus on constructing, designing, and building a customised engineered turnkey automated assembly system with the first shipment to take place end of the year. The system is used in various industries, including medical, commercial industrial, automotive, aerospace, consumer products and others.
Penang Entrepreneurial Development, Trade and Industry Committee chairman Datuk Abdul Halim Hussain,“We are confident that Penang’s versatile talent pool, supportive infrastructure and strong industry clusters will enable industry players to enjoy far-reaching benefits in terms of operational advantages.
Abdul Halim also added that embracing technology and automation is among the keys to remaining competitive and operationally efficient in the market.
“It is the determining factor for business players in Malaysia to future-proof themselves by adopting cutting-edge technology, such as artificial intelligence (AI), the internet of things (IoT), and robotics, among others.
“This is critical for industrial players to raise productivity and to be ahead of the curve.
“The state government, supported by InvestPenang, is also committed to creating an environment that encourages companies to integrate advance technology into their businesses,” Abdul Halim said.
