StripFeeder Trays are for loading tape-and-reel components onto compact modules for prototyping and high-mix low-volume applications. Now feature reusable adhesive layers on tracks to securely hold down tape-and-reel during the assembly process. Adhesive can be removed and replaced. Are designed for quick loading of tape-and-reel components on existing SMT pick-and-place equipment with fiducial markers for alignment.  Are available for tape ranging from 8mm to 72mm wide with many predesigned configurations and customizable widths and pitches. Are compatible with paper and emboss tape simultaneously, and are ideal for low-volume, high-mix applications and prototyping. Are compatible with any style SMT pick-and-place equipment or JEDEC-style tray feeders.

Count On Tools, www.cotinc.com

Capital Harness MPMT software application models harness designs against production capabilities to create structured bill-of-materials data. Is used to drive enterprise resource management systems. Helps identify what, where and how harnesses and their constituent sub-assemblies should be built. Identifies sub-assemblies common across different harness designs. Is part of Capital tool suite, an electrical system and wire harness design environment for the automotive, aerospace and defense industries.

Mentor Graphics, www.mentor.com

The 1300 bottom router PCB depaneling cell uses advanced linear motor technology to separate printed circuit board panels. Is designed for high volume, mass production. A clean cutting process that produces less dust has been incorporated. Software interface allocates required information for daily production. Options include PCB quality verification, bit height and diameter verification, CAD file download, and offline programming.

Cencorp Corp., www.cencorp.com

X3 inline x-ray inspection includes new 3D reconstruction software to generate slice images for solder joint analysis. Combines selective 3D analysis with high-speed transmission x-ray. Has compact AOI module; scanning speed up to 200 cm²/sec.; CyberOptics SIM technology; AOI application range with presence and polarity tests, and a link to MIPS inspection platform.

Matrix Technologies, www.m-xt.com