British Manufacturers since 1974
Our Service Promise
At Scanwel, we are committed to an excellent level of service. The team is highly qualified and experienced, approaching each project on an individual basis, offering a consultative approach to solve your problems.
From off-the-shelf parts to ensure you have components when you need them, to delivering expert support for your bespoke projects.
Attention to detail at all steps of the production process means that you can carry out system integration with confidence.
Our history
Scanwel was established in 1974 by the company founder, Harald Westgaard. The name, Scanwel, comes from a combination of Harald's origin, Scandinavian, and the company's Welsh heritage.
The company moved to The Old School in Llandderfel, North Wales, in 1977 and remained operating from there for 42 years, as well as opening a second systems assembly factory in 1995.
Ian Owen joined the business in 1995 as Joint Director and subsequently, Ian and his wife, Rachel, took full ownership.
In 2019, the business moved to new premises on the Bala Enterprise Park, to include a larger manufacturing facility, and significantly increased storage space in the warehouse, to support expansion.
In 2020, Heligan Group made an investment into the company and it continues to grow.
Scanwel remains a family and employee owned organisation.
Our history
Providing expert solutions in Vacuum, Surface & Nanoscience since 1974
1974
March 20, 2021
Scanwel is established by Harold Westgaard. The name comes from a combination of Harold’s nationality, Scandinavian, and the company’s Welsh heritage.
1976
March 20, 2021
Scanwel moves its operation to The Old School, Llandderfel, Bala, where it remains for 42 years.
2003
March 20, 2021
Scanwel forms its first of many partnerships with SPECS, specialists in the development and production of customized UHV surface analysis components and systems. The company now has several partnerships, acting as the leading distributor in the UK and Ireland.