Oratek (Oratek SA) is a Swiss engineering consulting firm and technology laboratory that specializes in turning complex ideas into physical and digital realities. Headquartered in Ecublens (near Lausanne), Switzerland, the company provides end-to-end support for startups and established enterprises, from conceptual design and prototyping to small-scale manufacturing.

Core Mission and Philosophy

Oratek positions itself as more than just a provider of technical solutions; they focus on realizing them. Their mission is to help companies navigate the complexities of development by integrating advanced technology with scientific knowledge. They believe in working with small, multidisciplinary teams that are deeply embedded with clients to produce high-impact work.

Key Areas of Expertise

Oratek’s work spans several technical domains, often intersecting physical hardware and digital software.

Embedded Systems:
A major focus for the firm, particularly in industrial applications.

Hardware Design & Mechatronics:
They develop custom electronic and mechanical products for demanding industrial environments.

IoT & Software Development:
Developing custom software solutions and integrated systems for industries such as energy management and water usage monitoring.

Manufacturing:
While primarily a lab, they have the in-house capability for small series SMD electronic board assembly (up to 250 components per board).

Notable Products and Projects

TOFU Carrier Boards:
Oratek is well-known for its TOFU series, which are industrial-grade carrier boards for the Raspberry Pi Compute Module (CM4 and CM5). These are used in data logging, manufacturing monitoring, and edge AI applications.

CXY-300:
An automated aesthetic control machine using industrial vision, specifically designed for the watchmaking sector.

ACM-8:
A specialized solution for acquiring watchmaking components for after-sales service (SAV).

Environmental Solutions:
Systems developed to optimize building heating for energy management and wireless water usage monitoring.

Industry Focus

The company serves leading companies in several high-precision industries:
– Watchmaking
– Transport & Energy
– Industrial Manufacturing & Logistics
– Information & Communication Technology