Technical Expertise: In-House special machine building
Overview
ept’s special machine building division combines a wide range of expertise—including development, design, tool and machine manufacturing, control and regulation technology—with programming and electrical assembly at its locations in Buching and Peiting.
All of these capabilities, combined with ept’s in-house product and process development and the immediate proximity to production, form the cornerstones of ept’s connector manufacturing and its very high level of level of in-house manufacturing.
This allows us to achieve the greatest possible independence for the company from external suppliers or service providers.
Even during product development and the planning of equipment, the upstream departments involved in the project can draw on the expertise of our in-house equipment manufacturing division. The toolmaking (toolmaking) and equipment manufacturing (special machine building) divisions are also the first points of contact for production support and the extensive services required for this purpose.
All of these capabilities, combined with ept’s in-house product and process development and the immediate proximity to production, form the cornerstones of ept’s connector manufacturing and its very high level of level of in-house manufacturing.
This allows us to achieve the greatest possible independence for the company from external suppliers or service providers.
Even during product development and the planning of equipment, the upstream departments involved in the project can draw on the expertise of our in-house equipment manufacturing division. The toolmaking (toolmaking) and equipment manufacturing (special machine building) divisions are also the first points of contact for production support and the extensive services required for this purpose.
ept special machine building is a partner for
- Quotations for tools and machinery,
- feasibility studies and concept development,
- innovative manufacturing solutions, including their design and implementation.
In our special machine building division, we design and manufacture tools and automated machines.
special machine building at ept in Numbers
80
new tools and machines per year
new tools and machines per year
164
skilled workers
skilled workers
98
apprentices in 3 trades
apprentices in 3 trades
90,000
individual drawing transactions per year
individual drawing transactions per year
Services and in-house level of in-house manufacturing of ept’s equipment manufacturing division:
Design and manufacture of tools and machinery:
- Stamping tools
- Injection molding tools
- Automatic assembly machines
- Automatic testing machines
- Automatic packaging machines
- Processing technology
- Test fixtures and gauges
In addition:
- Custom component manufacturing for the construction of tools, machines, and automated systems, as well as the supply of spare parts.
- Maintenance, servicing, and repair of existing tools and machines.
- Electrical design, electrical installation, programming, and commissioning of machines.
- Comprehensive production support, including suggestions for modifications and optimizations.
Available technologies in ept’s equipment manufacturing:
- Surface
- grinding, cylindrical grinding,
- turning (CNC and conventional),
- milling on machining centers, die-sinking
- EDM, wire EDM, laser welding,
- laser marking,
- technical center for stamping dies,
- CAD design in "SOLIDWORKS",
- CAD/CAM programming
Any questions?
Then please contact us!
Submit an inquiry via the form
+1 (806) 304-0402
sales@eptusa.com
Then please contact us!
Submit an inquiry via the form
+1 (806) 304-0402
sales@eptusa.com
Examples of Use
Electric race car runs on Zero8 connector 25.03.2022The Racetech Racing Team at TU Bergakademie Freiberg is developing and building an electric race car as part of the Formula Student student design competition. To ensure accurate temperature measurement of the installed high-voltage battery, the Racetech Team relies on the Zero8 connector (connector) to connect two circuit boards.
power converter in the midst of technological change 04.11.2025Power converters are undergoing a transformation: New materials enable higher switching frequencies and more compact designs. These technological advances are driving progress in power converter (AC/DC and DC/DC converters) in particular—key components of modern applications such as e-mobility and renewable energy systems. As part of this development, innovative connection technologies are also gaining importance, enabling higher efficiency, miniaturization, and functionality.
Changes in Automotive Technology - Focus on SDV 26.05.2025SDV is transforming the vehicle electrical system (vehicle electrical system): centralized, scalable, and secure—the foundation for autonomous driving, updates, and new driving experiences in the next generation of vehicles. This transformation is drastically changing the requirements. Board-to-board connector must be more powerful, scalable, and centralized. They must be capable of handling ever-connector data volumes while simultaneously meeting strict requirements for safety and real-time processing.
High-speed connector for state-of-the-art medical technology 26.05.2025In medical medical technology, microcomputers and embedded systems perform important functions, for example in real-time image processing in diagnostic devices. When it comes to their reliability, precision, and safety, board-to-board connector from ept are a key component responsible for the mechanical and electrical connection of system modules.
Interview: Future Outlook for the Automotive Market 26.05.2025In this interview, our COO Philipp Hoßfeld answers questions about the future outlook for the automotive market and the challenges facing both connector manufacturers and the automotive industry as a whole.
Industrial Automation in Transition 26.05.2025Industrial automation is undergoing change. These developments are influencing the systems and components used. In particular, connectors (connector) play a crucial role as central interfaces in every automation solution. In this context, ept’s Zero8 connector family (connector family) offers a future-proof, high-performance, and sustainable solution.
Rosenberger and ept are developing automotive hybrid connector 05.08.2024The two companies, Rosenberger Hochfrequenztechnik GmbH & Co. KG (“Rosenberger”) and ept GmbH (“ept”), are pooling their expertise to jointly develop hybrid connector for automotive applications. By integrating the strengths of both providers, the newly developed hybrid connector system offers a wide range of benefits for OEMs and their suppliers. Additionally, further positive effects may result, such as space savings, greater reliability under challenging environmental conditions, or the simplification of assembly processes.
Board-to-board connector in automotive vehicle electrical system architectures 25.03.2022Modern vehicle electrical systems are evolving, particularly due to the demands of e-mobility, autonomous driving, and 4K HD infotainment. board-to-board connector, with their specialized features, play a key role in managing this transformation to ensure high data rates with low latency.
connector—Reliability Beyond the Specifications 25.03.2022Industrially manufactured goods are increasingly being put to the test. In addition to high quality standards and compliance with technical specifications, the environmental sustainability of all elements of the supply chain is becoming increasingly important. The market for connector is no exception. ept GmbH has traditionally coordinated all production and delivery processes in such a way that, in addition to the highest level of quality, all conceivable criteria of sustainable corporate management are also met.
Contact surfaces - High performance is possible even with less gold 25.03.2022When the absolute reliability of a connector must be guaranteed over the long term even under demanding operating and environmental conditions, gold-plated contact surfaces remain the first choice. In many applications, however, performance requirements can also be met using a plating system that requires a lower gold content.
HPC – The Transformation of the Automotive vehicle electrical system 25.03.2022Increased electrical complexity, driven by the shift toward e-mobility, autonomous driving, and infotainment systems with 4K HD resolution, requires new in-vehicle E/E architectures in automotive engineering. The traditional decentralized vehicle electrical system-Architektur is reaching its limits due to its complexity and the required high-speed capabilities. ept offers the right board-to-board connector for these challenges.
inverter in Electric Mobility and the Requirements for Connectors 25.03.2022Battery management systems and power electronics play a key role in electric mobility, as they connect various components within the electric vehicle. The connectors are responsible for the interconnection function within the inverter. They are required to reliably, safely, and quickly control and transmit signals, data, and high currents without loss, despite the demanding operating conditions. To this end, the connector must meet certain requirements in terms of temperature resistance, compactness, and flexibility, as well as performance and robustness.
This is how component protection is achieved with the right process and connector 25.03.2022The electronics industry is undergoing a transformation: whether in the automotive sector, solar and wind power, or industrial automation, electrification is taking place across all sectors. However, with the steady increase in connectivity, the number of electronic failures has also risen in recent years—by as much as 29%, according to the Center for Automotive Research. Depending on the expected environmental influences, component protection for electronic components is therefore necessary. This ensures that the electronics are reliably protected—but to achieve this, users also need a corresponding potting-compatible connection solution.
Board-to-board connectors: From rugged to high-speed 25.03.2022Is your single-board solution no longer sufficient? With our board-to-board connector, you gain the freedom to expand your single-board solutions. We offer the right board-to-board connection for your specific application. The wide range of applications extends from rugged PCB connectors for hammer drills to high-speed board-to-board mezzanine connectors for high-tech computers. With our PCB-to-PCB connectors, we offer data rates ranging from 3 Gbit/s to 16+ Gbit/s. Our PCB connectors feature a number of positions ranging from 12 to 440. If there isn’t enough space for a direct board-to-board connection, our rugged One27 PCB connector also offers a wire-to-board option.Zero8 PCB connector with maximum scalability! 25.03.2022Start benefiting immediately from maximum efficiency, contact reliability, signal protection, speed, and ruggedness. You can customize types, stack height, the number of positions, and shielding to meet your specific requirements. With the ScaleX double-sided contact technology, you benefit from a variably scalable connector-System.
Factors Affecting the Durability of Board-to-Board Connectors 25.03.2022We explain how board-to-board connector achieve robustness and what factors influence a connector’s robustness. This will help you fortify your PCB connector against any stresses.
