Elexon group emerges stronger with Elexon 2.0 launch post-fire
A significant milestone for the Elexon Group of Companies has been hit as it relaunches its facility nine months after the devastating fire that fatally damaged the whole business.
Stepping into the new era of Elexon 2.0, the group, led by its manufacturing branch, Elexon Electronics, is not just setting goals but setting the bar high. With an ambitious vision of achieving zero delays, zero defects, and zero returns, Elexon is propelling itself into the future with an Industry 4.0 facility and a bright outlook that aligns with the goals of product quality enhancement through the Elexon2Zero program.
“Embarking on the Elexon 2.0 journey, the company is shifting its focus from recovery towards quality and continuous improvement, setting the stage for the future in alignment with the innovative Elexon2Zero program,” said Frank Faller, the CEO of Elexon Electronics.
The event was a huge success, and we were honoured to have an incredible lineup of speakers, including Minister for Manufacturing Glenn Butcher, Minister Nikki Boyd, CEO of Regional Development Australia Jacqueline Steele, and Professor Karen Becker.
The Elexon Group of Companies has been, for the last 18 years, a leader in the electronics development and manufacturing of a diverse range of products for niche industries and business sectors. Co-located in Brendale, this group has been successfully operating in the mining and geotechnical sector, water quality instrumentation, eco-monitoring and electronics manufacturing and product development sectors specializing in sensor technologies, RFID and wireless communication and monitoring for harsh environments.
After a devastating fire in August last year reduced their site of almost twenty years to rubble, Elexon Electronics took the opportunity to revolutionise the way they design, manufacture, and support customers now and into the future.
Rising from the ashes, Elexon Electronics moved into a new facility twice as large, just 1.5km from the old site in Brendale, on Brisbane’s northside. The team, alongside industry partners, worked day and night to create a new Industry 4.0 facility that was up and running just four months after the fire.
Friday’s event served a dual purpose: to express gratitude to Elexon’s valued customers, partners, and industry stakeholders for their support during the recovery journey, and to showcase their state-of-the-art facility and cutting-edge technology. The event provided the opportunity to showcase the progress Elexon has made and the exciting developments at the company.
“Today, I realise even more deeply the importance of having the right team, a strong organisational culture, and robust processes in place. The challenges we’ve faced have reinforced the value of these foundational elements, enabling us to not just recover but to thrive and innovate. Our journey has highlighted that it’s not just about what we create, but how we work together and adapt that truly defines our success,” said Frank Faller.
The Hon Glenn Butcher, Minister for Regional Development, Manufacturing and Minister for Water attended to support Elexon and highlight the importance of advanced manufacturing in Queensland. “Today’s event is a testament to the incredible resilience and determination of the Elexon team,” Butcher said.
“Our Government is proud to have supported Elexon with the $890,000 Made in Queensland grant to increase production capacity, reduce manufacturing cost and create new job opportunities. I’ve always said ‘if we can make it here in Queensland, we should’ – and only the Miles Government supports local businesses so they can grow.”