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March 16, 2026 | Altus GroupEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Altus Group, a leading distributor of capital equipment in the UK and Ireland, has supported Prism Electronics Manufacturing in its investment in advanced X-ray component counting and smart storage technology to enhance traceability and efficiency at its Cambridgeshire facility.
Prism Electronics Manufacturing, a leading UK contract electronics manufacturer, has invested in strengthening its component management capability to support continued operational efficiency and competitiveness.
Building on existing Altus-supported systems at site, Prism selected the Scienscope AXC-800 III X-ray Component Counter together with two modular Scienscope Smart Storage Racks.
The Scienscope AXC-800 III delivers high-speed, high-accuracy counting, scanning four 7-inch reels in under 10 seconds with very high repeatability and integrated barcode verification. The Smart Storage Racks provide automated reel tracking, LED-guided multi-kitting and full traceability, with integration into ERP and MES systems enabling real-time inventory updates and improved stock control.
Joe Booth, CEO, Altus Group, said: “As we supply a complete range of component management solutions, including storage racks and scanning tables, we are not limited to a single product. This gives us a strong understanding of system integration, which is critical to the success of any project. Scienscope has established a leading position in the UK and Ireland for component management, not only in X-ray counting but increasingly in smart storage and scanning solutions, giving customers like Prism confidence in both the technology and the long-term support behind it.”
Cheyenne Rowe, Managing Director at Prism, said: “This is one of a number of strategic investments we are making to modernise and improve our offering to customers. It is great to see the systems on site, and we are really happy about modernising our approach to component management and traceability. This investment will significantly increase our level of component traceability and automation of information capture streamlining the way we manage stock.”
The system was installed and operational within weeks of purchase, with full integration into Prism’s existing production infrastructure, supported by Altus’ local technical expertise including for ongoing customer support.
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