Stellar IP automates FPGA image creation by reusing proven IP cores. Creates new FPGA designs by relying on existing IP; extends domain of influence to entire system. Simplifies the integration of new cores that can be reused across multiple designs. Provides a library of off-the-shelf IP cores and automates the creation and compilation of ISE projects, in addition to simulation scripts. Knowledge of HDL language not required.

4DSP, www.4dsp.com

Ecoselect 1 selective soldering system requires less than 3m² of space. Is semiautomatic; uses same technology as Versaflow system. Can handle printed circuit boards sizes up to 406 x 508mm. Includes spray monitoring and continuous pressure monitoring of the flux storage tank. Is equipped with a full-area preheater. Bottom-side heating consists of eight emitters that can be switched in groups to match their power with the assembly’s heat requirements and size. Has universal pallet conveyor; fluxer module with precision spray fluxer; bottom-side preheating via short-wave, dynamic IR emitters; top-side convection heating; Pb-free single point solder module; second solder pot to process two different solder alloys; second solder pot to process multi-up panels; camera/screen for solder process monitoring; barcode scanner; CAD data download of board layouts; operation via touch panel; traceability according to ZVEI standards, and fiducial recognition standard/option.

Ersa, www.ersa.de

MC385V1V has a speed of 5,000 cph and features placement accuracy of 30 µm @3 Sigma. Has a vibration-free, rigid unibody steel frame, ball screw X-Y drive and linear encoders with high-speed servo motors. Cognex on-the-fly and upward-looking vision is standard for a placement range of 01005s to 150 x 100mm devices. Has 128 smart feeder capacity. Boards of up to 435mm x 340mm can be accommodated. Dual-head version has speed of 8,000 cph. Is compatible with MC384 placement machine.

Manncorp, www.manncorp.com

FIS Track and Remote modules interface with external software systems like MES (Manufacturing Execution Software). Enable automated collection and export of programming results, to support traceability, reduce risk of recalls and minimize scrap. Provide remote control of programming commands, eliminating operator errors related to job selection and downloads, and ensuring that the correct data is programmed into the correct device on each line.

Data I/O, dataio.com