Alca Technology designs and builds insertion devices for synchrotron beamlines, working with leading Italian and European research centres from design and construction through to targeted testing and inspection in compliance with approved procedures.
What we build
Insertion devices for synchrotron beamlines.
Monochromators
Wavelength selection for synchrotron beamlines.
Mirror chambers
Beam steering and focusing optics in vacuum.
Shutters
Beam control and operational safety.
Stoppers
Beam stop and containment components.
Special windows
Custom vacuum interface windows.
Capabilities
From design to inspection.
A single point of contact across the full lifecycle of the device.
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Joint projects with research centres
We develop joint projects with leading Italian and European research centres.
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Autonomous design and construction
We operate autonomously across the design and construction phases of each device.
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Testing and inspection
Targeted testing and inspection carried out in compliance with approved procedures.
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High and ultra-high vacuum expertise
Vacuum engineering know-how applied to demanding research environments.
In our department
Residual gas analysis performed in-house.
Up to 200 amu
Mass spectrometers used to characterise residual gas in vacuum systems.
Baking cycles
Residual gas analyses performed during baking cycles to validate vacuum quality.
Scientific Research
Explore the research areas.
Synchrotron Devices
Vacuum and motion systems engineered for synchrotron beamlines and beam diagnostics.