BROMONT, CANADA -- Cogiscan, factory digitalization experts for electronics manufacturers globally, is proud to announce new distribution partnerships with Realize SMT and Starbord Technologies for technical sales support and representation in Eastern Canada.

“I am genuinely excited about partnering with these two companies. They both have a fantastic reputation in this industry, after working in the electronics manufacturing sector for so long they bring deep know-how, acute technical understanding, and a solution-oriented approach that matches our culture at Cogiscan," said Mitch DeCaire - Director of Business Development, Cogiscan.

“Every manufacturer today, whether big or small, is facing shortages – both related to labor and materials. Adding Cogiscan to our portfolio will help our customers better address these concerns. Their scalable and modular solutions are suitable for a variety of electronics manufacturing environments, and I personally see their solutions for component kitting, error proofing, line monitoring, and data archiving as some of the key offerings," said Dave McAtee - Partner, Realize SMT.

Additionally, Realize SMT represents iTAC Software AG, Cogiscan’s parent company. With this combined solution covering machine connectivity to MES/MOM and AI-powered analytics, Realize SMT can now offer their customers the complete factory digitalization journey.

“Cogiscan is a perfect fit within Starbord Technologies’ list of industry-leading partners. Due to the open nature of their platform, their solutions seamlessly integrate with most equipment manufacturers and software applications in our industry. I look forward to working with Cogiscan to help our clients improve their operations," said Salvatore Vaccarino - President, Starbord Technologies.

PCB West: The leading technical conference and exhibition for electronics engineers. Coming Oct. 4-7 to the Santa Clara (CA) Convention Center. pcbwest.com

Atlanta, Georgia – Koh Young Technology, the industry leader in True 3D measurement-based inspection solutions, will explain how electronics manufacturers can leveraging the IPC-CFX machine communication standard to integrate process equipment and create a smart factory at PCB West on 05 October 2022 at the Santa Clara Convention Center in California.

Leveraging IPC-CFX, Koh Young can use AI-powered technology to help manufacturers realize a smart factory. These tools collect factory data on defects, optimization, traceability, and more to improve metrics, increase quality, and lower costs. Yet, successful CFX implementation on the shopfloor requires confidence that equipment has been qualified to IPC-CFX using the QPL certification platform. In this presentation, Ivan will explore how Koh Young successfully applies real-time data to improve the production process by converting data into process knowledge using CFX and other software tools. Combined with IPC communication standards, the gates to a smart factory are open to anyone.

For more than 30 years PCB West has trained designers, engineers, fabricators and, lately, assemblers on making printed circuit boards for every product or use imaginable. More than 2,500 designers, fabricators, assemblers, and engineers register and more than 100 companies exhibit each year at the four-day technical conference and one-day sold-out exhibition. From high-reliability military-aerospace to cutting-edge IoT and wearables, there is something for everyone involved in the electronics supply chain. This is one show you cannot afford to miss, so register today at www.pcbwest.com for the Koh Young presentation scheduled for 2:30pm PST on 05October 2022.

If you cannot attend the show, you can still learn more about our best-in-class inspection solutions at our regional website www.kohyoungamerica.com.

About Koh Young Technology, Inc.

Established 20 years ago in 2002, Koh Young pioneered the market by launching the first 3D Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) system using a patented dual-projection Moiré technology. Since then, it has become the global leader in 3D measurement-based SPI and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment for the electronics industry. Based on its True3D™ measurement-based inspection technology, Koh Young has developed innovative inspection solutions for challenges with machined parts, press-fit and through-hole pins, conformal coatings, dispensed materials, and semiconductor packages. Through its constant innovation, Koh Young has secured over 3,500 global customers, and maintains the dominant global market share in the SPI and AOI markets with over 20,000 machine installations. By adopting a user-centric R&D focus, it continues to use its core competencies to develop innovative solutions for new and existing markets. Its activities stem from the corporate headquarters in Korea to its global sales and support offices in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. These local offices ensure it stays close to the market, and more importantly, its growing customer base. Learn why so many electronics manufacturers trust Koh Young for reliable inspection for a smart factory at www.kohyoungamerica.com.

For More Information

Brent A Fischthal, Senior Marketing Manager, Koh Young America Brent.Fischthal@kohyoung.com

Koh Young America, 1950 Evergreen Blvd., Ste 200, Duluth, GA 30096 www.kohyoungamerica.com

Cybord, an inline visual AI electronic component analytics software leader that implements AI & Big Data technology, today announced it has signed a new Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) partnership with Siemens Digital Industries Software, which will now offer the Cybord AI visual analytics solution.

Electronic components' authenticity, quality, and reliability are at the core of performance for every circuit board and, by extension, every electronic product. However, this sophisticated industry (unlike mechanical industries) does not always inspect and provide traceability for the components it uses, neither prior to nor during manufacturing. This can result in product failures, high return rates, and large-scale recalls that can cost billions of dollars.

Cybord disrupts the industry by setting a new standard in component analytics and traceability. The company delivers advanced AI and Big Data software that visually analyzes, qualifies and tracks every component and every electronic board.

The Cybord inline visual AI solution is being offered as part of Siemens' manufacturing analytics solutions for electronic manufacturers. It can be integrated as part of a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) system or as a standalone solution.

"Our strong partnership with Siemens amplifies the value of Cybord's platform and expands our market reach," said Zeev Efrat, CEO of Cybord. "We are looking forward to working with Siemens to bring the power of our combined solution to electronics manufacturers across the industry."

The unique advantage of the Cybord inline visual AI solution is that it uses SMT machines' component imaging for visual verification and analyzes 100% of the electronic components at production before they are placed on the circuit board, without changing SMT throughput.

Cybord is available to the production line operators and electronic manufacturers, providing production data analytics and verification to all stakeholders.

Izik Avidan, Analytics Business Unit Manager, Digital Manufacturing, at Siemens Digital Industries Software, said: "The Cybord SaaS solution helps fill a key gap by providing electronics manufacturers with an accurate and scalable way to help confirm that all PCB components are authentic and with satisfactory quality. This is even more necessary today with many manufacturers being forced to source components from new or less-familiar suppliers due to the ongoing supply chain disruption."

He continued: "With this solution, our customers can gain increased transparency over their components, enabling them to reduce risk through more comprehensive validation."

About Cybord

Cybord`s innovative inline AI component analytics software solution for electronic manufacturing. Cybord platform enables 100% analysis of all components placed on PCBA. The solution implements AI & Big Data technology to ensure productivity, Quality, counterfeit, and unique visual traceability based on evidence, visit https://www.cybord.ai or follow us on LinkedIn and Twitter.

About Siemens Digital Industries Software

Siemens Digital Industries Software is driving transformation to enable a digital enterprise where engineering, manufacturing and electronics design meet tomorrow. The Xcelerator portfolio helps companies of all sizes create and leverage digital twins that provide organizations with new insights, opportunities and levels of automation to drive innovation. For more information on Siemens Digital Industries Software products and services, visit siemens.com/software or follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Siemens Digital Industries Software – Where today meets tomorrow.

PCB West: The leading technical conference and exhibition for electronics engineers. Coming Oct. 4-7 to the Santa Clara (CA) Convention Center. pcbwest.com

September 26, 2022 - Haverhill, MA USA - Circuit Technology Center announced it recently received and commissioned a second Heller 1707-MK III in-line solder reflow oven. This new machine doubles the existing in-line reflow oven capacity to meet increasing customer demand for high-volume BGA component re-balling applications. The BGA re-balling department at Circuit Technology Center now features four robotic hot solder dip machines for the automated de-balling of BGA devices, two in-line Heller reflow ovens, two batch cleaning systems, and multiple MSL bake and dry ovens.

The company also reports that it recently purchased additional Finetech-Martin benchtop mini-oven systems and now has ten benchtop systems to support low to mid-volume re-balling applications. All equipment and processes comply with stringent J-STD-001, IPC 7711/7721, and IEC TS 62647-4 standards.

"For nearly 40 years, leading electronics manufacturing companies have relied on Circuit Technology Center as the world leader and innovator for circuit board modification, rework and damage repair services," said Andy Price, Sales Manager. "We are thrilled to announce these new equipment purchases and capacity expansion, offering our customers the most advanced BGA component re-balling department in the industry with the capacity, flexibility, and expertise to support high and low volume requirements."

PCB West: The leading technical conference and exhibition for electronics engineers. Coming Oct. 4-7 to the Santa Clara (CA) Convention Center. pcbwest.com