Precision Metering Pump for conformal coating applications controls liquid flow rate through piston in the pump cylinder, preventing flow rate drift due to viscosity changes. Novel software tracks the exact amount of coating used for each coating recipe and stores the data in a log file. Is said to overcome limitations of traditional pressurized liquid delivery systems associated with liquid viscosity changes due to changing ambient conditions.  

Ultrasonic Systems Inc. (USI), www.ultraspray.com

xLink adapter enables real-time connectivity of results from Parmi's SPI to Aegis’s FactoryLogix Manufacturing Operations systems. Transmits SPI data immediately for identifying PCB defects. Data collection includes PCB serial number, time stamp and other critical SPI information.

Parmi, www.parmi.com

Aegis Software, www.aiscorp.com

WXR 3 is a 3-channel soldering and desoldering station with a total power output of 600W. Offers full WX tool compatibility, benchtop functions and all essential traceability features. Intelligent power management system automatically controls power output of individual tools, saving energy. Multifunctional USB port allows quick and mobile configuration. Includes backlit graphic display, multilingual menu navigation and operating status display. Built-in pump means the station is not dependent on an external compressed air supply.

Weller, www.weller-toolsus.com

M Series video inspection systems now come with optional upgrade brilliant full HD (1920x1080p) imaging at 60fps with a 30x optical zoom. Feature a plug-and-play approach, integral compact control unit and aluminium single-rod stand. ESD-protected housing. 

Optilia Instruments, www.optiliaindustrial.eu/home/

IntelliText OCR is for AutoVision 3.0 software. Has optical character recognition functionality. Is for reading characters on products in automated identification, tracking, and inspection applications. Can convert human-readable characters into machine-readable characters. Reportedly can be adjusted to recognize characters regardless of marking or printing method.  Is capable of reading text printed by inkjet, drop on demand, direct part marking, and more. Can train on character variations and store them in a font library. Advanced character segmentation allows the software to parse characters regardless of uniformity or precision of the print region. Offers image preprocessing. Includes image binarization process that converts grayscale image to a binary image. Supports string matching.

Microscan, www.microscan.com

Summit LXi large board rework supports assemblies up to 24 x 36" (610 x 914mm) and incorporates a large area 8.0 kW bottom heater for fast board conditioning. Options include noncontact solder scavenging, local bottom-site heater, and a wide variety of tooling for components ranging from large connectors to micro passives.  Is built on the LX platform with updated thermal process controls. Control system eliminates effects of facility variations and supports more precise calibration, permitting process parameters to be readily shared between systems in multiple locations. Closed-loop control for heater gas flow combined with enhanced thermocouple feedback and a new strategy for heater power management accurately matches each system, for storing centralized profiles on a host server to be accessed and used anywhere. SierraMate V9 software provides a simplified icon-based GUI. Enhanced profiling tools ease profiling and allow profiles to be tweaked without being re-learned. Standard network interface permits centralized storage of process files with easy access for multiple systems. MES interface can be customized to meet specific requirements.

VJ Electronix, http://vjt.com/vje/vje

The 3rd gen. Optima spray fluxing system features nozzle-less ultra-spray coating technology that provides through-hole flux penetration and reportedly reduces flux use more than 90%.  Uses smart-motion motorized drive system to traverse the ultrasonic spray head; can be configured for single-direction or two-direction spray application. Selectable options include dual flux supply, automatic head wash-down, electronic flux flow rate control, and 24" process width. Manual adjustments not required.

Ultrasonic Systems, www.ultraspray.com

MK-U6000 Series inkjet printers feature auto-shower self cleaning, automatic ink particle optimization, one-touch nozzle replacement, and intuitive programming and maintenance. Cleans ink path, nozzle, electrode plates, and gutter all at once, reducing disassembly for maintenance and enabling stable printing by proactively sustaining print head components. Nozzle can be replaced without using any tools. MK-U and Keyence vision systems can be linked by connecting them with a single LAN cable, and operated from MK-U touch panel. OCR dictionary has been prepared in advance with specialized fonts, so no further settings are required after installation.

Keyence, https://www.keyence.com/prmku

Pilot 6 AOI software reportedly has easy operating steps, from data import to adjustment and improvement of test programs. Is combined with 3D presentation of components and test programs for visualization of individual steps. Includes inspection from different angles for IC pins and virtual programming. Test functions and library entries are extendable on a modular basis. Has integrated SmartGuide for test program generation and touch screen. Is available for AdvancedLine, BasicLine, THT-Line and TurboLine AOI systems.

Goepel electronic, www.goepel.com

Corstat-Korrvu provides static shielding protection with a static dissipative retention film design. Contains no charge generators; is suitable for shipping and handling needs of a high mix of static sensitive devices. Reportedly eliminates the need for shielding bags. Retains and cushions static-sensitive devices. Package stores flat.

CCI, http://corstat.com/design-enstein/

X8068 universal x-ray inspection system has an extended inspection scope for larger electronics assemblies. Is flexible, and equipped for random sample analysis of nonstandard components or automated inspection of larger printed circuit board panels. Inspects boards up to 722mm. Has open x-ray tube. IPS monitor depicts the x-ray results independent of viewing angle. Detector swivel range is up to 60°. XMC software is available for specialized inspection or nonstandard components. Optional sealed direct beam tube.

Viscom, www.viscom.com

CheckSum V12 Measurement Card controls and runs in-circuit and functional testing systems. Performs power-off ICTs using test voltages as low as 50mV. Can test ICs and other sensitive devices without accidentally powering them up. Reportedly decreases test times and increases throughput for ICT and FT measurements. Uses digital signal processing.

CheckSum, www.checksum.com