Component counters are said to handle all part sizes, including 01005s. Detect missing parts while deducting them from the total. Include handheld and motorized versions. Handles surface-mount and through-hole (axial and radial leaded) components. Another model includes a barcode reader and scanner, plus a label printer that outputs quantity, lot number, company name and barcode. Software counts SMDs directly on the pick-and-place machine.

Manncorp, www.manncorp.com

Mascot hand assembly workstation is for attaching through-hole and odd form insertion, inspection and printed circuit board rework. Is said to eliminate setup time; good for high mix, small- to medium-sized batch runs. Can reportedly reduce mistakes by 60%. Does not require training. Program changes can be made quickly.

Robotas Technologies, http://www.robotas.com/standalone.html

TCQ automatic tray changer reportedly can replace a component tray in fewer than 5 sec. and align it with accuracy better than 50µm. The 18-bin changer comes on Cobra and Paraquda pick-and-place machines. Trays are stored in a magazine equipped with handles; can be replaced quickly. Standard magazines feature 18 or 14 slots, depending on tray thickness. Each slot has room for one standard Jedec tray; the space can be divided for several smaller trays.

Essemtec, www.essemtec.com  

ES 808 surface mount adhesive is for bonding of surface-mounted devices to printed circuit boards prior to wave soldering. Is for medium to high dispense speeds and high dot profiles; is suitable for pin transfer and stencil print. Is said to have good humidity resistance, high wet strength and good electrical characteristics, excellent mechanical strength and long-term stability. ES 807 is for high-speed dispensing (25,000 - 50,000 dph). Reportedly has outstanding dot profile, excellent adhesion substrate and wetting strength. Typical cure temperature of 130°C and 90 sec. cure time or 60 sec. at 150°C.

Electrolube, www.electrolube.com