Precision Electronic Technologies provides high quality electronics manufacturing for Australian agricultural technology companies developing equipment for livestock management, irrigation, monitoring, automation and agricultural machinery.
From PCB assemblies and electronic control systems through to complete product builds, our Melbourne based manufacturing team supports agricultural technology companies from prototype and early production through to established production volumes.
With extensive experience manufacturing electronics used in outdoor, remote and demanding environments, we understand the importance of reliability, environmental protection and consistent product performance in agriculture.
Agriculture is becoming increasingly connected, automated and data driven.
Electronic systems are now helping farmers monitor livestock, manage water, improve crop productivity, automate equipment and make better decisions using information collected directly from the field.
Precision supports Australian agricultural technology companies by manufacturing the electronics behind these products.
Our experience extends across livestock technology, irrigation, water monitoring, pest management, agricultural testing, machinery control and other specialised agricultural equipment.
Whether you are developing a new AgTech product or looking for a manufacturing partner for an established platform, we provide the manufacturing capability, quality systems and flexibility required to support your product throughout its lifecycle.
Livestock Management and Monitoring
We manufacture electronics used in livestock management systems including:
These products often operate continuously in remote locations where dependable communications, power management and environmental protection are essential.
Water Management and Irrigation
Reliable access to water is fundamental to agricultural operations.
We manufacture electronics used in:
Electronic monitoring allows agricultural operators to identify problems earlier and manage water resources more effectively across large properties.
Pest Monitoring and Control
Modern pest management increasingly uses sensors, communications and automated monitoring technology.
Precision manufactures electronic assemblies used in pest monitoring and control systems designed to help agricultural operators detect and respond to pest activity efficiently.
Pollination Technology
Technology is also transforming the management of commercial pollination.
We have experience manufacturing electronics used in advanced pollination monitoring systems that provide agricultural producers with greater visibility of pollination activity and hive performance.
Agricultural Testing and Measurement
Agriculture depends on accurate measurement and testing throughout the production chain.
Our experience includes manufacturing electronics used in specialised agricultural testing equipment, including systems associated with wool testing and measurement.
Agricultural Machinery and Equipment
Electronics are becoming increasingly important in tractors, agricultural machinery and other moving equipment.
We support electronics used for:
These systems must perform reliably despite vibration, dust, temperature changes and prolonged operation in demanding field environments.
Agricultural electronics rarely operate in controlled environments.
Products may be installed outdoors, mounted on machinery, located beside irrigation infrastructure or deployed across remote properties for extended periods.
They can be exposed to:
The quality of the electronic assembly therefore has a direct impact on the reliability of the finished agricultural product.
Precision applies controlled manufacturing processes, inspection and testing throughout production to help ensure assemblies consistently meet customer specifications.
Where additional environmental protection is required, we can also provide conformal coating and potting solutions.
Precision provides a comprehensive range of electronics manufacturing services for agricultural technology companies.
Our Melbourne facility supports both surface mount and through hole PCB assembly, from prototypes and small production batches through to ongoing production.
We are experienced in complex, high mix electronics and assemblies requiring high levels of workmanship, process control and traceability.
Agricultural equipment frequently requires robust interconnections between sensors, controllers, power systems and other equipment.
We manufacture cable assemblies and wiring harnesses to customer drawings and specifications, including integration into larger assemblies where required.
Precision can take manufacturing beyond the PCB assembly.
We provide complete product assembly incorporating:
Products can be assembled, tested and prepared for delivery according to the customer’s requirements.
Inspection and testing are integrated into our manufacturing processes.
Depending on customer and product requirements, this can include visual inspection, automated inspection, electrical testing, functional testing and customer specified test procedures.
Agricultural electronics can face some of the most challenging operating environments encountered by electronic products.
Moisture, dust, condensation, chemicals and contaminants can all reduce the reliability and service life of electronic assemblies.
Precision provides in house conformal coating to help protect PCB assemblies used in these environments.
Conformal coating can provide an additional protective barrier against moisture, contamination and environmental exposure while allowing the assembly to remain serviceable where required.
For applications requiring a higher level of environmental or mechanical protection, potting can provide additional protection for electronic assemblies.
Depending on the product design and customer specification, potting can help protect electronics from moisture, contaminants, vibration and mechanical stresses.
We manufacture according to the customer’s specified materials, processes and product requirements, helping ensure the protection method remains consistent with the intended application.
Agricultural technology companies often need a manufacturing partner capable of supporting a product as it develops.
Precision can support the manufacturing journey from early prototypes and engineering builds through to established production.
Our capabilities include:
Working with the same manufacturing partner as a product progresses can reduce the risk associated with transferring production between suppliers and allows manufacturing knowledge developed during the early stages to be retained as volumes increase.
Quality, Traceability and Manufacturing to Your Specifications
For technology companies, protecting the integrity of the product design is fundamental.
Precision manufactures products in accordance with our customers’ approved documentation.
Depending on the product, this can include:
We understand that a component specified in a customer’s BOM has often been selected for a particular technical, regulatory, reliability or lifecycle reason.
We therefore work to the approved BOM and customer specifications. Component substitutions or manufacturing changes are not made without the appropriate customer approval.
Our ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system provides the framework for document control, traceability, inspection, supplier management and continuous improvement.
Our commitment to excellence extends beyond certification. Precision is a Gold Business Excellence Award winner, reflecting our longstanding application of the Australian Business Excellence Framework and its principles of customer focus, continuous improvement and organisational excellence.
Australian Manufacturing and Supply Chain Support
Having an Australian electronics manufacturing partner can provide significant advantages for agricultural technology companies.
Local manufacturing enables closer communication between engineering and production teams, faster resolution of manufacturing issues and greater visibility throughout the production process.
Our Melbourne based team works directly with customers to support product introductions, engineering changes, production planning and ongoing manufacturing requirements.
Precision also brings extensive electronics supply chain experience to help customers manage component availability, lead times and product lifecycle challenges.
For agricultural technology companies building products for Australian and international markets, this provides a manufacturing partnership capable of supporting both innovation and long-term production.
Trusted by Australian Technology Companies
The experience of working with a manufacturing partner extends well beyond the quality of the finished assembly. Communication, responsiveness, problem solving and the ability to support a product as it evolves are equally important.
These experiences reflect the type of long-term manufacturing relationships we aim to build with every customer, regardless of the industry or technology involved.
Our customers describe their experience working with Precision:
Whether you are developing a new agricultural technology product, moving an existing product into production, or looking for a manufacturing partner to support an established product, our team is ready to discuss your requirements.
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14 Redland Drive
Mitcham VIC 3132
Australia