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SHIRLEY, MA -- VJ Electronix will introduce VJE X2500, a fully automated x-ray inspection system for the inspection of lead-free solder at the Nepcon East conference and exhibition this week in Boston.

Provides high-contrast resolution at higher viewing angles than other x-ray systems. Integrated motion control and image measurement analysis also provide a level of ease.

Simple setup program using the 1-2-GO interface allows users to characterize the entire process with one solution while offering the freedom to inspect from every angle without losing ROI. On-screen representation of boards for easy maneuvering allows for maximum productivity and increased quality based on instant and accurate information, minimizing bottlenecks and maximizing throughput.

VJ Electronix Inc., www.vjelectronix.com

Nepcon East Booth 5018

SwifTest software platform has new quality assurance features that support Inline QA and real-time trend analysis using Western Electric Co. (WECO) rules.

Inline QA solution randomly selects a configurable number of passing devices and re-bins them to a specific QA bin automatically - resulting in a consistent sample size spread throughout the lot that provides a more uniform representation of the lot. Enables better visibility and QA sampling across an entire lot. For multi-site testing, passing parts are selected from all sites, ensuring measurement of an adequate number of QA samples.

WECO rules measure the quality of stable manufacturing processes while enhancing sensitivity to trends.Violation of WECO rules usually signals major production issues and requires immediate attention. Real-time trend analysis following WECO guidelines immediately notifies test station operators and responsible engineers when rules are violated.

"Pintail is proud to be the first company to offer real-time inline QA and WECO monitoring capabilities to the semiconductor industry for probe and wafer test without impacting the current test process," said Jeff Bibbee, CTO. "Test operations, in particular, should benefit since they have typically been required to perform inline QA by stopping production to manually re-test parts, which hurts operational efficiencyand throughput."

The WECO rules are a standard feature included with SwifTest-Monitor. Inline QA is available as a separately licensed module.

Pintail Technologies, www.pintail.com

 

  

 

OEMs considering outsourcing their electronics manufacturing have much to consider.  Although the decision may start with raw manufacturing cost, other costs such as transportation, travel, cash flow and opportunity cost due to timing must also be considered. Next comes effective evaluation of an EMS company's capabilities and making the right fit--- from company size andgeographic location to cultural issues and technology. 
 
To help OEMs with their strategic outsourcing decisions, IPC offers a guide, "How to Begin the Process of Selecting an EMS Provider."
 
It covers definitions of strategic outsourcing, identifies core competencies of EMS providers, weighs offshore vs. domestic manufacturing options, offers tips on EMS provider corporate culture and more.
 
"EMS companies have transformed themselves from simple 'board stuffers' to companies offering a complete range of services including product design and product build," said Art Rutledge, president, Fawn Electronics Co. and IPC EMS Management Council Steering Committee member. "I urge all OEMs seeking a qualified EMS provider to choose carefully. Making the wrong choice could ultimately damage your working relationships with customers and your reputation in the market."
 
To access the guide, visit: www.ipc.org and click on "Business Resources" under the
"Knowledge" heading.

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