Company Overview
In a few words: Aximum is a well-known name.
If you’ve ever driven through a junction, you’ve probably seen a traffic light made by Aximum.
We are part of the Colas Group:
- Colas builds the roads
- Aximum secures them
That’s our core business.
Production Capacity
Our electronics subcontracting operations are based in Tourcoing, in northern France.
We employ around 100 people and operate a high-performance industrial toolset, including a state-of-the-art SMT line, upgraded in 2024.
💡 Production capacity: up to 100,000 components/hour
The site dates back to 1962, originally stemming from the textile industry’s diversification.
Expertise and Know-how
At Aximum, we specialise in outdoor electronics designed for harsh environments.
Traffic lights face:
- Humidity
- Temperature fluctuations
- Salty air
That’s why we protect our PCBs using specialised techniques.
On our stand, we’re showcasing LED boards fully submerged in water, yet still fully operational.
Value Proposition
We offer several protection methods for electronic assemblies:
- Conformal coating
- Silicone encapsulation
- Potting/resin coating
Our clients operating in demanding environments highly value these robust solutions.
Markets and Products
We mainly target industrial sectors for subcontracted production, with key areas including:
- LED placement
(displays, lighting) - IoT devices
- Automation systems
- Access control
We specialise in small to medium production runs.
Why Global Industrie?
We have a top-level production line for PCB manufacturing.
It’s used for our own products, but we also make it available to other industry players through contract manufacturing.
That’s why Aximum is attending Global Industrie: To offer our expertise and capabilities to the electronics sector.
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