Keeping the cost of ownership low - this is the added value that distinguishes Aldon Technologies in the intensely competitive electronics industry. "Working in partnership with our customers, we help them keep the total cost of ownership low by providing better alternative choices of products - in pricing, quality and performance through innovation and research and development," says Allen Ang, group managing director. Beginning as a start-up in 1999 in Singapore's semiconductor sector, Aldon has transformed itself from a trading company to a specialised manufacturer and service provider to the region's wafer fabrication, flat-panel display and electronics manufacturing industries. "Our early success in supplying alternative sources of spares and consumables that are less expensive than those made by original equipment manufacturers testifies to the soundness of our strategy in providing 'better and cheaper' alternative choices to customers," Ang says. The company's technical team produces its own advanced plasma coating, which is specialised for electronics applications, and has won over customers in China, Singapore, Japan and the United States. Conforming to ISO 9000 quality standard and in the process of acquiring ISO 14000 environmental standard certification, Aldon takes pride in upholding its commitment to the high quality of its products and environment-friendly clean manufacturing processes. Believing that "people are assets to business", Ang also ensures that Aldon places great emphasis on training and retaining its people. Aldon's next steps include broadening its international customer base and product portfolio, creating new technologies and services, and inviting joint ventures such as technology transfer opportunities. With an initial public offering in Taiwan coming up next year, Aldon also targets attracting potential business partners that share its core values, commitment and passion. "I have a lot of passion in this business, devoting a lot of time, money, blood and sweat in making this business work," Ang says. "We are committed to our people, partners and customers - and dedicated to protecting the environment and offering high-quality and innovative products." Aldon Technologies Website: www.aldongroup.com.sg
