EPB Tech is officially formed as a consortium company between East 101 and Blitz Automation, combining deep engineering expertise with advanced manufacturing capabilities to serve heavy industries across the region.
The company is established with a clear objective: to become a regional innovation hub for hybrid machining and Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM), enabling faster production of critical industrial components while significantly reducing material waste, lead times, and overall lifecycle costs.
Strategic Purpose
Heavy industries frequently face long procurement cycles, overseas fabrication dependency, and high costs for critical replacement parts. EPB Tech addresses these challenges by integrating additive manufacturing with precision subtractive machining delivering structural-grade metal components with improved turnaround time and localized production capability.
Leadership Appointments
EPB Tech is led by an experienced leadership team with complementary strengths in governance, business strategy, and advanced engineering:
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Dato’ Sabarudin – Chairman
Providing strategic oversight and industry leadership to guide EPB Tech’s long-term growth and governance framework. -
Rafil Elyas – Managing Director
Leading corporate strategy, industry partnerships, regional expansion, and operational execution. -
Syedi Amirul – Technical Director
Driving the implementation of hybrid machining and WAAM technologies, ensuring technical integrity and performance standards.
Technology Focus
EPB Tech will focus on:
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Hybrid machining (additive + subtractive integration)
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Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) for large-scale metal structures
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High-strength alloy component fabrication
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Repair and remanufacturing of critical parts
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Rapid turnaround production for downtime-sensitive industries
By combining advanced deposition techniques with precision machining, EPB Tech delivers:
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Reduced material waste
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Shorter lead times
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Lower dependency on imported components
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Improved structural efficiency
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Competitive lifecycle economics
