At the end of 2009, Salcomp’s R&D function comprised approximately 160 people. Research and development costs were EUR 5.3 million, or 2.2% of net sales. Salcomp spends most of its R&D resources on charger products and technologies related to mobile phones. However, the company also dedicates resources to other selected charger segments.
Salo, Finland
- Some 25 people
- Focus on research – developing new technology platforms and ODM charger platforms, as well as finding new, environmentally friendly and cost-effective charging technologies
Shenzhen, China
- Some 130 people
- Focus on OEM charger development, as well as optimization for mass production
- Product Creation Centre including state-of-the-art laboratory premises and the EMC measurement chamber enables product testing completely in-house, which reduces product design cycle time
Chennai, India and Manaus, Brazil
- A total of 7 people
- Focus on product ramp ups and product life-cycle management
Taipei, Taiwan
- R&D will start during the first half of 2010
- Focus on developing OEM and ODM charger platforms