Global SMT Podcast

Alfonoso Herrera discusses the benefits of their Durafuse low-temp solder. Herrera also discusses how manufacturers can eliminate the need for wave soldering using low-temp solders.

With a large installed base of over 2,400 inspection machines in Mexico, Heriberto Cueves, Mexico Sales Manager discusses the support infrastructure and his aspirations to grow sales to 2,800 in the near future.

Hanwha Automation introduce the XM520F pick and place mounter, which places a larger array of larger, heavier components, with up to 100 newtons of placement force, while maintaining the flexibility to place smaller components and devices.

Anda is moving to new offices in Guadjalahara, expanding their services and equipment ranges in Mexico. Carlos Barassa talks about a new machine that combines dispensing and coating on the same platform.

StenTech have developed a unique nanocoating called Bluprint that is applied using Vapour Phase Deposition and lasts for the life of the stencil.

With a large installed base of over 2,400 inspection machines in Mexico, Heriberto Cueves, Mexico Sales Manager discusses the support infrastructure and his aspirations to grow sales to 2,800 in the near future.

Trevor Galbraith and Tom Forsythe discuss the current status of the Mexican market for electronics manufacturing and the bright outlook for 2025.

Don Dennison from PIT Equipment Services discusses the emerging opportunities with the CREATE NEW YORK program.

Joe Hertline discusses the range of die attach or thermal interface materials to meet increasing range of applications needing higher junction temperatures. Hertline discusses the different materials and how to approach heterogeneous challenges.

Jose Luis Ciccio reveals the latest pick-to-light portable racks for at-line component storage. The system is extremely flexible and can accommodate reels, sticks or jedec trays.

Kamil Stasiak discusses the Yamaha One-Step Solution. The benefit of using a full line of equipment from the same manufacturer is greater integration and performance capabilities. The latest equipment upgrade is to their 3D AOI system, which has upgraded cameras to 25 megapixel and a new laser for measuring shiny and reflective parts that cannot be measured using Moire.

EV car manufacturers are looking for more in-depth data on their manufacturing processes with real-time feedback and closed-loop control.

Rob Di Matteo introduces ANS GmbH as the new German distributor for BTU. Rob also provides an update on the recent launch of the Aurora reflow oven and the large number of features that have contributed to its success. Di Matteo also discussed the recent factory opening in Mexico and some of the other custom furnace applications that BTU serves.

Mike Young introduced the new SASinno NuTech selective soldering system. The update machine handles board sizes up to 605 x 810mm.

Taylor Wagen describes how ERP systems that control most of the day to day business processes integrate into MES and other systems.

Gus Mavrou discusses the latest upgrades to SEHO's wave soldering and selective soldering systems.

Jesper Lykke explains how AXI has progressed over the years to produce the clarity and actionable information needed by the operators.

Seika Machinery specializes in identifying, marketing and distributing the leading technologies from Japan to the North American market.

Don Dennison talks about his most recent rep award from Impossible Objects. The company produces high quality 3D fixtures and parts using ESD compliant materials with a quick turnaround.

Mark Stansfield describes the reasons nitrogen is used to reduce oxidization on PC boards. Solderstar SLX measures the amount of oxygen in the air within the oven and is the result of a three year development program.

Dalton Dodge explains how collaborative Robots from Brooks Automation can be used to augment or support Automation Islands for testing, materials management and other functions in the electronics assembly process.

Zi Yang Seow describes how ViTrox have intelligently improved the SPI, AOI and X-ray inspection systems to overlay each inspection technique to provide a holistic view of any defects.

Calcuquote celebrated their 10th Anniversary by enabling customers the ability to customize Stock CQ to meet their needs closer.

Essemtec continue to add capabilities within a single platform on their Puma and Fox placement machines.