Join us for a behind-the-scenes tour of Teledyne Valeport, the UK’s leading manufacturer of oceanographic and hydrographic instrumentation, based in the heart of South Devon.
During this exclusive factory tour, visitors will gain first-hand insight into the design, development, and production processes behind our sensors. The tour offers a unique opportunity to witness the innovation and craftsmanship that go into creating instruments trusted by scientific and commercial maritime communities worldwide.
What You'll See:
Explore our state-of-the-art, purpose-built manufacturing facility, featuring a fully equipped CNC workshop, a production assembly floor, and a cleanroom environment. Discover where our engineers design and test advanced sensors for parameters such as conductivity, temperature, pressure, and sound velocity. Gain insight into our rigorous testing and calibration processes, including the use of specialized calibration facilities, flow rig and tow tanks that ensure precision and reliability.
Knowledge Gained:
- A deeper understanding of marine instrumentation and how it contributes to environmental monitoring, subsea navigation, and oceanographic research.
- Insights into the engineering and quality control processes that ensure our instruments perform in the world’s most demanding environments.
- An appreciation of sustainability practices in high-tech manufacturing and how Teledyne Valeport contributes to global marine conservation efforts.
- The opportunity to interact with specialists and engineers, gaining valuable knowledge about the challenges and innovations in ocean technology.
Whether you're a marine scientist, a student of ocean engineering, or simply curious about how world-class underwater instruments are made, the Teledyne Valeport factory tour promises an informative and inspiring experience.