# Alca Technology > Alca Technology designs, manufactures and tests vacuum systems, PVD coating plants and cryogenic components for scientific research and advanced industry. Based in Schio, Italy, operating worldwide since 1999. ## Solutions - [Solutions overview](https://www.alcatechnology.com/solutions/): full chain, from raw material to tested system. - [Scientific Research](https://www.alcatechnology.com/scientific-research/): vacuum and motion systems for synchrotrons, nuclear fusion and gravitational-wave experiments. - [PVD Coatings](https://www.alcatechnology.com/pvd-coatings/): thin film deposition, deposition systems and coating service. - [Vacuum Systems](https://www.alcatechnology.com/vacuum-systems/): high and ultra-high vacuum chambers, thermal vacuum and cryogenics. ## Company - [About](https://www.alcatechnology.com/about/): company profile, facilities and quality certifications. - [Projects](https://www.alcatechnology.com/projects/): selected case studies and delivered systems. - [Knowledge Hub](https://www.alcatechnology.com/knowledge-hub/): technical insights and company news. - [Careers](https://www.alcatechnology.com/careers/): open positions. - [Contact](https://www.alcatechnology.com/contact-us/): get in touch. ## Resources - [XML sitemap](https://www.alcatechnology.com/sitemaps.xml)