MUNICH – Accelerating innovation has always been a touchstone of Seica’s approach to providing solutions to the electronics industry, so visitors to Seica’s booth at Productronica 2023 will see full alignment with this year’s theme in the latest, leading-edge, completely automated test solutions on display in Booth A1-445 as well as the fully automated selective soldering and optical inspection solutions on show at the Seica Automation Booth A3-335.

The PILOT VX test platform on display in Booth A1-445, is the new gold standard in terms of flying probe speed and performance. New, state-of-the-art mechanical architecture and motion controllers enable a reduction of up to 50% in test time, 12 multi-function test heads provide the capability for double-side probing of up to 44 points simultaneously and technologically advanced measurement hardware and a new microwave-based measurement technique provide unrivaled test performance. Optimized VIVA software management saves even more time by enabling the parallelization of different types of tests, and smart analysis capabilities together, with algorithms based on the principles of artificial intelligence can automatically optimize the test flow in run-time, while maintaining test coverage targets. The FlyPod option extends testing capability even more by specializing a single mobile probe to carry up to 14 channels, enabling access to boundary scan circuits and adding onboard programming capability without any external fixed cables and the Pilot VX platform includes options for testing flex circuits and the electrical and optical test of LEDs. In addition, the Pilot VX can also generate pressure/force topology maps of the device under test using the innovative FlyStrain™ option. Once a necessity for traditional fixture-based solutions, Seica has migrated these new tools to the flying prober where testing of ceramics, wafers and avionics and satellite boards requires delicate probing and traceability.

The Pilot VX is a tremendously powerful asset, deployable in every phase of today’s accelerated product lifecycle, from concept, to design, to prototype, to production: the intrinsic capability of the Pilot VX flying prober to give immediate, extremely precise access to all of the points on a first prototype board, coupled with an extensive suite of measurement hardware and software tools, including the PR boost feature with the capability to power the board (up to 2A per probe) with all of the 8 standard electrical probes enables the test and validation of prototypes quickly and with minimum effort without requiring deep specific training on the tester or generating a test programs. Once the design has been validated, the automatic generation of a complete test program starting from the board CAD is a fast, streamlined process using SEICA’s VIVA software platform, minimizing the setup time for pre-series and/or full production test. In fact, the dramatic improvements in speed and performance achieved in the Pilot VX platform, has now made flying probe test a key solution in many high-volume production environments with a high level of automation.

Visitors to Seica’s booth will also see the fully automated COMPACT SL 4J NEXT>. Designed to maximize configurability and customization, the Compact SL satisfies the full range of test requirements: from in-circuit, to functional, to combinational, as well as performing other tasks such as onboard programming (OBP) and has the speed and flexibility to meet todays’ demanding throughput targets As part of Seica’s COMPACT line of test solutions, the COMPACT SL allows the user to choose the most suitable configuration for today’s need, while ensuring scalability for future requirements. The test solution on display includes the new ATE BOOSTER module, the latest addition to the vast suite of performances available, designed to maximize LED test capability and OBP performances, while reducing costs by means of innovative optimization of the hardware resources required.

Seica’s MINI Line, also on display, a very useful and cost-effective platform to develop your customized test benchmark, providing a wide range of integrated instruments, switching matrices and user power supplies and, unlike most self-manufactured “rack and stack” test beds, Seica’s MINI test solution has the standard “core” VIVA Integrated Platform (VIP™) with complete user documentation and a self-diagnostic program, guaranteeing sustainability and maintainability over time, even in the case of resource turnover. The user has broad discretion in the choice of configuration and programming languages: Seica’s VIVA Integrated Platform (VIP™) allows easy integration of off-the shelf instrumentation, and test sequences can be developed using the VIVA Test Studio environment as well as a wide range of third-party software including LabView©, TestStand©, C, and Python. Moreover, the programs developed on the MINI are completely transportable to other SEICA systems which makes for fast and easy setup of the manufacturing test process.

In Hall A3 visitors to Seica Automation ’s booth A3-335 will be able to view Seica’s innovative solutions for board manufacturers together with the other automation solutions on display.

The DRAGONFLY Next > provides optical inspection of THT components: the combination of multi-colored LED lighting and color scan camera enables detailed inspection of the solder joint meniscus and shorts detection, while the full scan acquisition of the PCB surface and not only of the components allows the detection of solder balls. The DRAGONFLY Next > series also includes the configuration for conformal coating inspection of finished products, as well as for process control and setup. Configurable for single and double sided inspection of the board, its intuitive and streamlined management software environment enables the user to develop and deploy an application program in a few hours. The Firefly Next> is a technologically advanced automated selective soldering solution, with its perfect integration, on a single axis, of a high-efficiency LASER source, fully-programmable donut spot, vision system and temperature sensor. The Firefly redefines the levels of performance achievable in the selective soldering process in terms of flexibility, throughput, reliability, applicability and process traceability. The Firefly will be demonstrated in-line, using Seica Automation board handling modules and visitors will have the opportunity to see live demos of the soldering process directly at the booth.

All of the solutions on display include Seica’s VIVA NEXT software platform, which is able to provide intelligent integration with all aspects of the customer’s manufacturing processes – data collection, traceability, interaction with MES, repair operations – and all of the Next> series systems have Canavisia’s Industrial Monitoring solution on board, for remote monitoring of current and voltage consumption, mains supply, temperature, light indicators and other parameters useful to indicate correct operation, provide information for predictive maintenance and, in general, to render the systems compatible with today’s Industry 4.0 standards

Come visit us at Booth A1-445 and Booth A3-335 to see how our innovation can help accelerate yours!

TYNGSBORO, MA – Transition Automation, Inc. will exhibit a full range of high-performance Permalex Squeegee Blades and Holder Systems in Hall A3, Stand 142 at Productronica in Munich, Germany from November 14-17. In addition to a full range of blades, holders, and paste retainer designs, Transition will display its newest product release – Squeegee-Buddy 2924-4X, the first solution for storing and cleaning squeegees in an ergonomic frame system.

Transition Automation, Inc. is a worldwide leader in the manufacturing and sales of Permalex® Edge Metal Squeegees, holder systems, and advanced SMT printing systems.

Founded in 1989, Transition Automation, Inc. is the first company to develop polymer infused metal squeegees for SMT. Transition Automation remains the only company with a singular focus on High Performance Metal Squeegee blades and holder systems. Permalex brand squeegees are used by many top tier electronics manufacturers – especially those companies who supply to high value, mission critical end-markets, such as Space and Satellite, Automotive, Avionics and Industrial Controls. Transition Automation, Inc. is located at 5 Trader Circle, Building D, Tyngsboro, Ma 01879 USA; 978-649-2400; Fax 978-649-2402, Web: www.metalsqueegees.com

PHOENIX, AZ – Latham Industries, a renowned electronics contract manufacturer headquartered in Phoenix, proudly announces its achievement of the ISO 13485:2016 certification for medical devices. This significant milestone reflects the company's commitment to delivering quality, safety, and reliability in the design, development, and production of electronic components and assemblies for the medical industry.

The ISO 13485:2016 standard is a globally recognized quality management system that outlines the requirements for a comprehensive quality system dedicated to medical devices. This standard encompasses critical aspects such as risk management, regulatory compliance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement. With the attainment of this certification, Latham Industries has demonstrated its capability to meet the highest standards of quality and performance within the medical device sector.

Latham Industries is a trusted provider of electronics contract manufacturing services, catering to clients across various industries, including aerospace, medical, automotive, and industrial sectors. The company specializes in printed circuit board assembly, offering services that encompass prototyping, cable and wire harness assembly, box build assembly, and rework and repair. With the ISO 13485:2016 certification, Latham Industries has expanded its service offerings to the medical device industry, one of the fastest-growing and most demanding markets globally.

Tracey Latham, the Founder and CEO of Latham Industries, expressed, "We take immense pride in achieving the ISO 13485:2016 certification, which underscores our dedication to quality and excellence. We are thrilled to broaden our capabilities and serve the medical device industry, a strategic growth area for our company. We eagerly anticipate collaborating with our existing and new customers to provide innovative and reliable solutions for their medical device requirements."

For more information about Latham Industries and its ISO 13485:2016 certification, please visit www.lathamindustries.com 

QUERETARO, MEXICO – ROCKA Solutions proudly announces the appointment of Justin Cody Worden as its new Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Worden, an energetic leader with an impressive track record across various industries, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his new role.

With a successful career spanning the SaaS, FinTech, Real Estate, Electronics, and Manufacturing sectors, Worden is known for his ability to enhance profitability through business development leadership, scalable sales strategies, innovative deal structures, and the generation of recurring revenue. His extensive experience includes the development of revenue-generating strategies that drive predictable and profitable growth for organizations.

One of Worden’s key strengths lies in his talent for recruiting, mentoring, developing, and leading high-performing sales and marketing teams. His leadership has consistently led to the discovery of new revenue streams and the construction of robust sales pipelines. Worden's dynamic, stabilizing presence, coupled with his expertise in business, technology, data analysis, and leadership, positions him as an exceptional addition to the ROCKA Solutions team.

Worden places great importance on the value of relationships in the business world. He firmly believes that fostering strong connections with clients and partners is a cornerstone of success. He said, “The relationship is one of the most important parts of business. When you enjoy the people you are working with, providing the value that helps them accomplish their goals becomes much easier.” Worden attributes this philosophy to both his Midwest upbringing and the valuable mentors who influenced him early in his career.

In addition to his professional accomplishments, Worden serves as the VP of Membership for the Central Texas Electronics Association (CTEA), where he continues to make a positive impact within the electronics industry.

Rodrigo Cacho, ROCKA President & CEO, commented, “We at ROCKA are confident that Justin’s expertise and commitment to building strong relationships will be instrumental in driving the company’s continued growth and success. As Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Justin will play a key role in shaping the future of ROCKA Solutions.”