Sci-Tech site a sound move for audio firm
AUDIO tech developer SoundChip has moved to bigger offices at SciTech Daresbury as it reported ‘strong appetite’ among consumers for its products.
SoundChip, whose headquarters are in Switzerland, develops technology for brands such as Panasonic, Philips, Harman, Audio Technica and RHA.
The company launched its technology centre at Sci-Tech Daresbury’s Vanguard House on Tuesday, December 12.
The facility will focus on the research and development of noise-cancelling products and technologies.
SoundChip has been based at Sci-Tech Daresbury since 2011, and has now expanded its office and laboratory presence threefold to more than 2400 sq ft.
Mark Donaldson, SoundChip chief executive, said: “We’re so pleased to be launching our base at Vanguard House as we continue to realise our potential in the UK market.
“We chose Sci-Tech Daresbury over alternative locations because of its strong focus on supporting high technology, the knowledge and experience of its staff and the quality facilities.
“Basing our operations here supports the high-speed growth that we are currently experiencing for our technologies and solutions. ●
“Traditionally, active noisecancelling features have been locked into those flagship products on the high street.
“However, this technology is now permeating into more mainstream value models, which means that there are a greater number of products available on the market.
“This is a wave that we’ve been preparing for and in order to deliver this, we need to have a strong team of electro-acoustic engineers that are kitted out with the most sophisticated equipment and have the capacity and facilities to do that work to scale.
“We recognise that our customers value that offering and this capability is what sets SoundChip apart from its competitors.”
Sci-Tech Daresbury is a private-public joint-venture partnership between developer Langtree, the Science And Technology Facilities Council (STFC) and Halton Borough Council.
Jayne Furnival, Langtree group property director, said: “We are delighted that SoundChip has expanded its operations at Vanguard House, a facility designed specifically for companies that are looking to grow and develop their business offering. They are part of a growing group of around 20 international companies that have established a strategic base at Sci-Tech Daresbury to take advantage of business and technology collaborations in the UK and Europe.
“SoundChip is a very forward thinking and innovative company that offers its customers unique expertise and a hands-on approach and we’re looking forward to continuing our relationship and supporting the company as it grows and continues to lead the way in this sector.”