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We recognise that there’s a big difference between theory and practice. Studying engineering is one thing but actually applying it is another. This is why we started our internship program five years ago—to bridge this gap.

Tekt Industries customises Arduino for The Things Network in Australasia

August 20, 2021

Italian tech startup Arduino makes some of the most popular electronic prototyping tools on the market, but until recently, two of their products weren’t completely compatible with The Things Network (TTN) here in Australia. So we helped Arduino solve this problem for the Australasian region.

Tekt to give manufacturers superpowers with new Augmented Reality technology

We’re pleased to announce that we have received a $250K grant from AMGC (the Australian Manufacturing Growth Centre) to develop an AR (Augmented Reality) based Quality Control and Inspection system, initially for use in Printed Circuit Board manufacturing.

Manufacturing success in cultural spaces with Art Processors

Team Journey

With the US and China in the grip of a trade war—and manufacturing disrupted globally by COVID-19, now is a great time to manufacture electronics in Australia. But some companies have long realised the benefits of partnering with local manufacturers. For these lucky few, it’s business as usual.

Business “kind-of” As Usual at Tekt

While we can’t be in the same room as our clients, our design and manufacturing services are going strong throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. COVID-19 has forced us to become more intentional in our communications with clients. In addition, it has prompted us to be more proactive in planning to ensure success during these circumstances.

‘Code of Conscience’ Proof-of-Concept launches to restrict vehicles from entering protected land areas

Tekt Industries has partnered with experience agency AKQA and global technology company, Nordic Semiconductor to build a technology that monitors and restricts the use of heavy-duty vehicles in protected land areas.

Interning at Tekt

Team Journey

Manufacturing success in cultural spaces with Art Processors

Team Journey

Petminda launches – always safe, always together

August 27, 2021

If you’re a dog owner, you’ve undoubtedly faced the problem of keeping your pet safe while you go into a shopping centre. The ‘Petminda’, conceived by Blake and Sarah Horstman, takes care of this challenge.

Evolution never stops: Fliteboard release next generation hydrofoil surfboard

We’re thrilled for our client, Fliteboard, who in February 2021 launched the next evolution of their emission-free, hydrofoil surfboard.

Tekt turns 12!

August 19, 2021

Since forming in April of 2009, we have grown from a one man band to a dedicated and talented team of 25 engineers and designers, working in Australia and across the globe.

Webinar: Designing Ultra Low Power Cellular IoT Solutions

Are you interested in optimising a device for CAT-M1 or NB-IoT design for low power? Or do you simply want to deepen your understanding of cellular product development?

Happy New Year from Tekt Industries

Considering that we could finally all be together under one roof, we held a table tennis tournament at our new-ish offices in Abbotsford to celebrate Christmas and the end of a challenging year.

2020: A year of growth and change