PVA6000 coating and dispensing system combines an extruded aluminum frame with sheet metal finishing. Includes a hatch similar to PVA650. Pneumatics, ventilation and facilities are fully enclosed in a cabinet at the rear of the machine. Onboard PC features Portal software; permits unlimited program storage capability, fluid level monitoring, integration of vision systems, barcode readers, flow monitors, and other options. Has updated motion platform.

PVA, www.pva.net

Genesis GX-37D is a multipurpose surface-mount platform, placing chips at high-speed. Combines Series 2 Lightning placement head with InLine7 head for a component range of 01005 passives to 150mm sq. Handles odd-form components up to 25mm tall with 2.5kg grams of placement force. Features nozzle-changer support for gripper nozzles. Provides standalone prototyping solution, or a line balancer capable of taking on component placements from up-line or down-line machines.

Universal Instruments Corp., www.uic.com

LED nozzles are designed to overcome the tackiness or stickiness of LED substrates. Use semi-rigid material made from organic compounds to create a vacuum bond with components. Reportedly improves LED component release onto the board, preventing misplaced LEDs, lost components or miss-picks. Can be applied to any style of pick-and-place nozzle for any OEM or machine type.

Count On Tools, www.cotinc.com

Agilis Flex feeder is for larger components. Now covers any component on tape or stick, and reportedly cuts loading and unloading times to a fraction of that of conventional feeders. Is capable of handling component tapes from 8mm up to 152mm in width. Pocket depths accommodate the thickest, tallest components.

Mydata, www.mydata.com