SCHOTT Kulim, Malaysia
Located in the State of Kedah in Malaysia, SCHOTT Kulim is the company’s newest production facility in the region. The high-tech facility is a global supplier of advanced optical components made for industries that specialise in technology such as augmented reality.
A new Asian center for AR technology
SCHOTT’s new facility in Kulim marks a significant expansion of SCHOTT’s production capabilities in Malaysia, complementing its facility in nearby Penang, where the company has been operating for over 50 years.
The Kulim facility has created 400 skilled engineering and production jobs, providing valuable employment opportunities for the local economy. Completed in less than 12 months, the state-of-the-art facility will boost SCHOTT’s capacity to supply high-quality optical components to international industries that manufacture the latest equipment for technology such as augmented reality (AR).
2024
was the year SCHOTT Kulim was established
12 months
is how long the production facility took to complete
400
people work at SCHOTT Kulim
50 years
is how long SCHOTT has been present in Malaysia
What we offer
Markets and applications
Markets and applications
The Kulim site reinforces Malaysia as a global manufacturing hub for SCHOTT’s specialty glass solutions. These include advanced optical components that are increasingly in demand by technology companies as they develop new innovations in augmented reality.Augmented reality has the power to transform a wide range of industries. For example, the entertainment industries can create new interactive experiences by blending the digital and physical worlds. As the technology advances, its applications will expand, especially when integrated with emerging technologies such as 5G, artificial intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Products
As a pioneer in the rapidly developing market of augmented reality, SCHOTT has established several product lines that offer a unique user experience through pristine image quality, an ultra-compact and lightweight form factor, and a highly immersive content experience.Those product lines include SCHOTT RealView® glass wafers – high refractive index waveguides for smart glasses – and high-performance hermetic packaging for sensitive RGB laser chips and other advanced electronic components.
Where to find us
SCHOTT GLASS (MALAYSIA) SDN BHD.
About the region
About the region
Business and pleasure in one place
Located in the State of Kedah on the northwest of Malaysia, Kulim is a bustling high-tech business hub near SCHOTT’s Penang facility. The diverse city is a combination of Malay, Chinese, and Indian cultures, and offers a range of outdoor activities and stunning scenery in the nearby Sungai Sedim and Bukit Hijau rainforests.
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