2019

Since our founding in 1919, Universal has been dedicated to embracing technology and innovation to enable our customers’ success. We are actively engaged in strategic partnerships with some of the world’s largest industry innovators at the forefront of their markets;...

2010s

With our strong core product portfolio and stellar industry expertise, company transitions into a provider of comprehensive line solutions Lightning™ Head upgraded and renamed as FZ30™; provides significant improvements in accuracy & reliability Continuous...

2000’s

The revolutionary Lightning™ Head is introduced. This 30-spindle high-speed chip placement head strengthens Universal’s position in the mid-range and high-speed flexible market. Key products introduced: The release of the HSP 4797 launches company into the high-speed...

1990’s

John E. Pomeroy assumes temporary presidency and CEO of both Universal & Dover Technologies Inc. Gerhard Meese becomes Universal’s seventh President, drives significant growth at the company Universal receives patent for “Advanced Digital Motion Control,” allowing...

1980’s

Radial Lead Component Sequencer/Inserter product line introduced; well received by customers. Universal and Sanyo Electric, Japan enter “strategic partnership” with reciprocal exchange of machines to strengthen our position in surface mount market. Surface Mount...