A manufacturing firm was visited by an MP to learn more about its expertise.
Nusrat Ghani, MP for Sussex Weald, visited VACGEN, a manufacturer of ultra-high vacuum products and services, based in Lower Dicker near Hailsham, to learn more about its expertise in advanced manufacturing and processes.
Founded in 1964, VACGEN is a specialist manufacturer of ultra-high vacuum (UHV) chambers, components, and manipulation devices.
The business is a specialist developer of vacuum products intended to serve the semiconductor, defence, medical, and other industries.
The company provides a comprehensive range of vacuum fittings and components used in advanced scientific research, which includes aluminium gaskets, UHV chambers, components, and manipulation devices, enabling researchers, innovators, and builders to build desired products.
VACGEN operates from a state-of-the-art facility in Lower Dicker near Hailsham, which includes a large cleanroom assembly area and a dedicated research centre.
Ms Ghani was pleased to visit the premises to meet the company’s management team and tour the factory.
She said: "I am always amazed by the expertise of our local businesses and the huge variety of sectors that our Sussex Weald companies contribute a great deal to.
"I was pleased to visit VACGEN to meet its team of directors and learn more not only about VACGEN’s globally leading role in the development and manufacturing of groundbreaking technology, but also about the high-skilled jobs and apprenticeships they offer to experienced and aspiring engineers."
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