Our expertise
Applying our world-class skill-set to some of the most complex scientific challenges
From quantum computing and space exploration to renewable energy and particle physics, our multidisciplinary teams of specialist engineers advance innovation and support Nobel Prize-winning research.
Together, we push the boundaries of science.
Radiation detectors
Developing advanced X-ray, gamma, and neutron detector systems for use in extreme environments or applications with demanding performance requirements.
Image sensors
Designing custom CMOS sensors with intelligent pixel architectures for high-end imaging applications, delivering precision without compromising performance.
Electronic and control systems
Creating highly integrated electronic readout systems and providing consultancy on control systems for real-time environments.
Cryogenics
Providing world-leading expertise in cryogenic cooling systems and laboratory equipment for component testing at ultra-low temperatures.
High power targets
Designing and building high-power targets, a crucial enabling technology for the next generation of particle accelerators.
In-house manufacturing
Delivering advanced capabilities in CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and dimensional metrology.
Composite materials
Manufacturing components with bespoke in-house formulations and testing materials using advanced mechanical and thermal techniques.
Energy research
Delivering innovative R&D on new and renewable energy technologies, including carbon-free fuels such as green ammonia, with a focus on thermal engineering expertise and prototyping novel designs.
Outdoor test facility
Running a kW-scale site for testing novel technologies in net-zero fuel production, such as catalysts, electrolysers, and reactors.
Modelling and simulation
Offering consultancy in finite element analysis (FEA), computer-aided design (CAD), and drafting for complex, high-value engineering studies.
Empowering research across STFC
Working in close partnership with departments across STFC, we enable world-leading research, power large-scale facilities, and deliver specialist expertise that accelerates innovation.
Our multidisciplinary teams provide rapid access to advanced technologies, ensuring the tools and systems behind tomorrow’s discoveries are available today.
If you’re developing new capabilities or facing complex technical challenges, talk to us – we’re here to help turn blue sky thinking into breakthroughs that help to tackle the world’s most complex scientific challenges.
Industries we support
We support a wide range of industries, including energy, electronics, healthcare, materials, security, and aerospace. But our multidisciplinary expertise enables us to develop advanced technologies to meet complex scientific challenges across any sector.
Our capabilities
Explore our full range of technical capabilities, from advanced detector systems to composites and materials testing, to see how our specialist teams support world-leading science and innovation.
FAQs
What areas of technology expertise do you cover?
Our multidisciplinary expertise includes:
- Composites and materials testing,
- Control systems and safety interlocks,
- Cryogenics,
- Detectors, detector systems and related software,
- Electrical engineering,
- Energy research,
- High power targets,
- Interconnect,
- Manufacturing and technical engineering,
- Microelectronics design techniques and tools,
- Microelectronics and electronics systems design,
- Nuclear physics,
- Portfolio and quality management,
- Projects and mechanical engineering.
Read more about our capabilities. If you are interested in working with us, complete our contact form or send us an email at technology@stfc.ac.uk.
Which industries can benefit from your expertise?
We have worked with clients from industries including energy, electronics, healthcare, materials, security, and aerospace. Whether you come from one of these sectors or not, we can work with you to develop a solution to your commercial challenges.
Get in touch using our contact form or send us an email at technology@stfc.ac.uk.
How do I know if my project fits your capabilities?
You can read a full list of our capabilities. But if you’re not sure, get in touch. We can work with you to find out how we can best fulfil your needs.
Use our contact form or send us an email at technology@stfc.ac.uk.
Do you provide consultancy or just hands-on engineering?
We can provide consultancy in addition to hands-on engineering.
An example of one of our consultancy projects is our work with Siemens Magnet Technology to develop a new epoxy resin bonding system for superconducting magnets used in MRI scanners. Our Composites and Materials Testing Group specialises in epoxy resins for low temperatures, and the resin that was created through this partnership reduced magnet production time and failure rate. Since then, thousands of MRI scanners have been sold using this improved resin.
Other examples include a feasibility study we completed for ESB on a 1MW green ammonia plant and consultancy for Jacobs/Amentum about the UKAEA CHIMERA control systems.
Use our contact form or email us at technology@stfc.ac.uk to discuss which service would suit you.
Can you support prototype development as well as large-scale facilities?
Yes, we work across the full technology readiness level (TRL) scale from basic principles through to operational products. We have supported many businesses in the prototype and development of new projects. This includes:
- Renewable Energy Ammonia CHarging (REACH) system – prototype
- Compact electronics board – component development.
- Ultra high-speed camera – product design and development.
If you want to learn more, get in touch using our contact form or email us at technology@stfc.ac.uk.
Enquiries
For more information and all enquiries, please contact us.
