Who We Are
Trusted by market leaders, Alker is proud to be one of the longest-standing fibre optic solution providers and fibre optic termination houses in the UK.
Our team will take care of all your fibre optic requirements, providing the design, consultancy, and manufacture of specialist fibre optic assemblies for use in notoriously harsh environments.
We provide everything you need in one place, with a wealth of knowledge and experience at your fingertips. We also have the agility to adapt quickly to the growing demands of our customers, offering fast turnaround capabilities without compromising on quality.
Our Product RangeConsultancy
Consulting is more than providing expert advice: at Alker, we engage with your company to analyse your problem giving specialised feedback and recommending the better solution.
Design
Creativity, competence and problem-solving lead our design process with emphasis on performance, scalability, reliability and versatility.
Manufacturing
We manufacture bespoke fibre optic solutions proved to perform in any environment. UK make-to-order.
Testimonials
Innovation, integrity and excellence are the pillars and values of Alker
Richard Alan Kershaw
Company Director
It is difficult to express my admiration for the level of ability that exists within your organisation to not only restore full optical functionality, but to also manufacture additional parts to actually improve the original design. Well done and thank you for a job perfectly executed.
JES ENGINEERING
read moreOur brief to Alker was to design & manufacture fibre optic assemblies in preparation for our ultrasonic sensor technology to be used in harsh and extreme environments. Despite the challenge and changing requirements, Alker was always very accommodating with the aim of providing consistently high-quality service in a short time frame.
read moreAlker’s expertise and professionalism led to a well-constructed and refined approach with huge success for our project; the assistance and support we received was excellent.
read moreOur Sectors
Space
Space
We ensure quality, reliability, and safety for complex and sensitive fibre optic assemblies in spacecraft engineering and research.
Military
Military
Armoured assemblies, inspection and cleaning solutions are proven to add value to your military assets.
Aerospace
Aerospace
We deliver highly specialised and customised products and assemblies to fit the scope and rigorous requirements of the aerospace industry.
Research
Research
Alker operates at the forefront of research and innovation through its network of collaborations with universities and research centres around the world.
Medical
Medical
We help develop ideas into products and we manufacture components for complex biomedical projects: from sensing and laser to biotechnology.
Renewable
Renewable
Alker provides a range of products and solutions for the renewable energy sector, including micro armoured assemblies. These solutions are suitable for solar, wind and power plants.
Nuclear
Nuclear
Nuclear industries require trusted, reliable fibre optic solutions designed to perform in mission critical harsh environments.
Oil/Gas
Oil/Gas
Alker provides fibre optic components used in flow management, sensing, oil exploration and drilling equipment.
Rail/Transport
Rail/Transport
From reverse engineering of obsolete parts to complete redesign of new solutions for complex projects in the transport sector.
Countries
We are a worldwide supplier of fibre optics
"I would like to thank all our customers who, over the years, have continued to support and trust the Alker team with their fibre optic projects.
In a specialist field such as fibre optics, it is essential that you choose a company with the right credentials, expertise, knowledge and history. We believe solutions exist for all your fibre optic requirements.
There are few companies around the globe as talented, passionate, experienced and able to provide bespoke fibre optic solutions like Alker, it’s in our DNA.
Our team is ready for your next challenge; we look forward to hearing from you."
Richard Alan Kershaw
Company Director
Clients
News
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