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The following are examples of systems Highline has completed and shipped.

2023

  • Automated degate and chamfer machine for a large CPAP manufacturer
  • 20 build to print large automated test systems for a major EV manufacturer
  • 12 build to print control panels for a large battery manufacturer
  • Upgrade of automated thermal forming line with environmental chambers to better control raw material
  • Electrical control panel and custom cables for medical device manufacturer
  • Assists in the upgrade of vision inspection systems for a large chocolate manufacturer
  • Multiple assembly assist tools for a large CPAP manufacturer.
  • Electrical control panel to a lab grown meat startup.

2022

  • 3rd generation fully automated thermal forming and laser marking line for a clear aligner manufacturer.
  • Additional batch of 2nd generation fully automated thermal forming and laser marking lines for a clear aligner manufacturer.
  • Seven build to print large automated test systems for a major EV manufacturer
  • Multiple build to print test stands for a major EV manufacturer
  • Laser based automated turbine blade length measuring system for military turbine engines.
  • Laser marking and CNC machining cell for mid size clear aligner manufacturer.
  • Tenth Final Release Test station for a large international catheter manufacturer
  • Automated laser marking system for an overseas small size clear aligner manufacturer.

2021

  • Multiple 2nd generation fully automated thermal forming and laser marking lines for a clear aligner manufacturer.
  • Multiple PLC Sequencing test systems to a large medical device company.
  • Ninth Final Release Test station for a large international catheter manufacturer
  • Development and testing of prototype automated manufacturing of diabetes tube set for a newly developed product and in preparation of FDA filing.

2020

  • Upgrade of  laser cutting station for a major clear aligner manufacturer
  • Multiple 1st generation automated thermal forming lines to clear aligner manufacturer.

2019

  • Fully automated multi axis laser cutting machine for major clear aligner manufacturer
  • Multiple 1st generation automated thermal forming lines to clear aligner manufacturer.
  • Ergonomic component handling for chip manufacturer
  • Automation design support for new diabetes tube set start up
  • Engineering and QA expertise and support for fully automated combo device processes in multiple states and Europe
  • Call us for examples of projects between 1996 and 2019!

Why Trust Us?

Highline Controls has been trusted by clients all over the globe because of our ability to find simple solutions for complicated problems and for our dedication to maximizing customer satisfaction. When you choose us, you can expect results in a reasonable period of time and at a sensible price. We are constantly striving to improve our existing practices and create higher-quality, more cost-effective solutions for clients. Our commitment is to offer ingenious designs and custom engineering excellence that enhances your operations.

Company History

Our initial focus was to help turn around a tier-one supplier of suspension components to General Motors and Ford Motor Company. We then expanded to provide engineering services and automation design to many companies in the Midwest, while at the same time furthering the development of advanced control systems. One of the development activities grew into a startup called Phred, which provided an automated method for developing machine control applications.

Machine Design

At the turn of the century, Highline Controls moved to the Bay Area and changed its focus to the medical device, pharmaceutical, and biotech industries. Since that time, we have helped many companies, from small startups to large high-volume companies, with their automation and validation projects. We now have offices in Livermore, California, with about 7,500 square feet for the design and build of your product.


Our Philosophy

Our philosophy is about delivering simple solutions to complex problems. We emphasize breaking down the process into more basic steps and devising innovative ways to ensure each stage is controlled and monitored. The combination of these individual phases provides a complex, yet efficient, process. Characterization and validation of the process is then low risk, given that every step is well understood and controlled. Our designs use this same approach to provide solutions that center on tightly controlling and monitoring all phases, usually with 100% verification for each one.

We work with you as if we are an extension of your engineering or quality assurance organization. Our knowledge and decades of experience combined with your organization's understanding of your product and process create an innovative, organized team. This approach allows us to offer the most efficient assistance with your product, which leads to better serving your customers.

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Why You Should Choose Us

  • Trust: We work with your engineering team to deliver solutions that matter.
  • Commitment: We do what it takes to complete projects within budget and on time.
  • Expertise: Our history of producing ingenious ideas is beyond all others.
  • Quality: Our solutions meet or exceed industry or regulatory specifications.

The Perfect Choice for Your Business

Highline Controls has full capability to design, build, and test at our shop in Livermore, California, which is located just a few blocks from the highway. 


Our Satisfied Clients

Boston Scientific ResMed Intelliject AirXpanders Kaleo
Invisalign General Motors MOS Plastics Monarch Materials Group Inc. Hirsh Industries
MCSI Steelcase Falcon Coldforming