Global SMT Podcast

Nordson Electronics Solutions have introduced two, new selective soldering platforms. The Synchro 3 and the Synchro 5 are capable of high-volume applications. The Synchro has up to 3 potting systems and the Synchro 5 can accommodate a maximum of 5 different pots.

Rehm launched the new Protecto dispensing platform that can be fitted with a variety of valves and nozzles for a wide range of applications. Complemented by Rehm's loaders/unloaders, curing ovens, reflow and vapour phase ovens, the company now has the ability to offer full line solutions.

Aegis FactoryLogix is now available on a SaaS platform enabling subscribers to get up and running and receive instant updates in real-time. Aegis have also partnered with Arch Systems to develop an Automated Real-Time Improvement Accelerator (ARIA) which takes the rich data collected by FactoryLogix and passes it upstream to the Arch Systems engine to process and pass back down to the Aegis MES wi...

Mycronic debuts the US launch of the A40 pick and place platform, armed with a unique new high-speed head, which handles a much wider range of components. The company also debuted their new stencil printer, which was launched at Productronica. The stencil printer is designed to be used in tandem with the Mycronic SPI system and the MY500 jet printer for touch up of missing paste or insufficients....

Dave Bennet, President at Bentec has partnered with David Erskine from Detech to market a new concept inspection system for final assembly inspection. The system called Prey by Detech is now available worldwide through Bentec network of rep and distributors.

Trevor Galbraith hosts the show wrap-up with Megan Wendling, looking at the products on the show floor and other highlights from Anaheim.

MicroCare has developed a range of PFAS excempt formulations to meet the upcoming regulations on banning PFAS in electronics assemblies. 3M is currently one of the biggest suppliers in that market and is committed to stopping production of PFAS material by 2025.

Todd Rountree explains the synergies and benefits of the newly combined organisation, which now offers a full service cleaning capability from sohisticated batch cleaners to full in-line systems.

Dieter Weiss discusses the impact of the 2022/23 chip crisis resulting in the bull-whip effect that is responsible for soft number in Q1 and Q2. Demand is expected to pick up again in Q3 and Q4, returning to normal by the end of 2024.

Arch Systems' was launched in 2015 by two Stanford graduates, Andrew Scheurmann (CEO) and Tim Burke (CTO). The company have had a global impact on Flex's systems and their success has helped attract additional tier one customers such as Jabil, Plexus and Celestica. The React tool has been added to monitor and guide actions on the factory floor, contributing to improvements in attrition, qu...

IPC's Chief Economist Shawn Dubravic gives Trevor his insight into the state of the industry.

John Mitchell reports on the major wins and challenges for IPC over the past 12 months and the goals the association has set for the upcoming year ahead.

ASYS Group won two major awards at Productronica. The Global Technology award for their new Sphere print head for the Serio 6000 and the Productronica award for their latest Pulse Pro software charting OEE of the factory. In addition, ASYS introduced a new smart buffer for management of their WIP materials.

Leo Peng describes the MAS-i2 selective soldering system, equipped with two fluxers. A spray fluxer and a drop jet fluxer. They can be setup to top-up areas, or contain different fluxes for high-mix applications. Preheating is infra-red and the soldering station contains two independent pots.

Anders Petersen describes a new microscope system from Tagarno. The system contains the latest SONY 4K technology and is hands-free. Powered by a Linux computer installed into the base of the unit, the microscope has virtually no latency. The lenses can be interchanged easily. Everything is attached magnetically without the need for any tools.

Arcadia demonstrated the Archimedes Smart Storage system. The reel sensors are built into a metal strip at the base of each reel bay, which the manufacturer claims is more reliable than switches or other methods. The Archimedes has a 3D scanner and a smart software system built into the rack to track reels as they are added or subtracted from the cart. Arcadia also showed a smart stencil storage s...

The Redox tool from Plasmatreat removes oxide in an inline process. The system does not use flux and is performed under nitrogen using a formic gas.

The new printer from Panasonic has a 10 stencil automatic changeover to cater for the high-mix market. It also has an automatic paste changeover and a paperless cleaning system. The printer also has a viscosity meter which allows the operator to alter the temperature for optimum results. On the mounter side Panasonic have introduced a new platform with chip placement accuracy of 15um. The weight o...

BTU shows the new Aurora platform with programmable zones for flexible manufacturing. The system also comes with Aqua Scrub flux management incorporated and BTU's energy management system.

Trevor Galbraith asks Josef Ernst how ASMPT's "Open Automation" philosophy is shaping the intelligent electronics manufacturing facilities of the future?

Trevor Galbraith interviews Robin Ng about how ASMPT adapts to changes and disruptions in the market, and what strategies are in place to ensure its long-term growth and resilience.

Approximately one year now Gunter Lauber moved up from leading the SMT Solutions Team as their CEO to become the Chief Strategy Officer for the entire group, while still acting as the chairman of the SMT Team. He tells Trevor Galbraith about his new role and his plans for the future.

Ben Khoshnood talks about the recent expansion into a 5,000 sq. ft. factory with demo and training facilities and a product showroom. The LS 700-1 is a linside cart designed to be located between the pick and place machines on the line. This new cart is the first to enable configurable dividers to accommodate larger reels.

Soni Singh, Managing Director, NM Tronics discusses the rapid pace of growth in India for electronics manufacturing. NM Tronics is the leading distributor in India and manages sales and service for many leading brands, such as FUJI, Koh Young and Heller.