STOCKHOLM — As a leading global partner for flexible PCB assembly solutions, Mycronic will continue to respond to growing customer demand for standardized software integration and state-of-the-art inspection technologies at IPC APEX EXPO in San Diego, January 24-26, 2023. In addition to the latest factory connectivity, PCB assembly, jet printing, dispensing, coating and material handling solutions, the company will introduce major advances in 3D inspection technologies, auto-assisted programming and factory connectivity.
Boosting quality and productivity
As a turnkey solution provider for all process steps in PCB assembly, Mycronic will be welcoming visitors to discover a wide range of assembly process solutions at IPC APEX EXPO. Manufacturers will have a chance to discuss directly with Mycronic’s experts in inspection, printing, placement, material handling, dispensing and coating, and factory connectivity.
In today’s intelligent manufacturing environment, significant productivity gains can be made through improvements in data management and human-machine interaction. APEX visitors will have the opportunity to discuss the latest solutions to these information bottlenecks with Mycronic’s experts, whatever their production mix or class may be.
High-reliability manufacturers of aerospace, medical and automotive electronics will have a chance to discover a comprehensive range of process control, traceability and dispensing solutions. For those aiming to increase first pass yield with minimal programming and takt times, a number of next-generation inspection technologies will also be highlighted, including the new Iris™ 3D AOI vision technology and Escape Tracker programming assistant.
“We’ve already experienced huge interest in our latest breakthrough innovations in 3D inspection,” says Clemens Jargon, Sr VP High Flex. “The hardware, programming software and user interfaces have all been developed together with leading tier-one customers to make high-performance 3D inspection more accessible and future-proof for all types of manufacturing environments.”
A new generation of advanced AOI
The MYPro I series 3D AOI, released in 2022, is the company’s latest flagship in-line inspection system capable of continually improving product quality and first pass yield for all types of PCBs. On display at APEX will be the new Iris 3D AOI vision technology, which enables manufacturers to improve test coverage while capturing the industry’s highest-resolution images at speeds up to thirty percent faster than previous technologies. APEX visitors will have the opportunity to witness Iris in action at the Mycronic booth to see its breakthrough capabilities firsthand. The Iris 3D vision technology is available on all new MYPro I51/81/91 AOI systems as well as through upgrades to existing 2D and 3D AOI machines.
Escape Tracker, a real-time programming assistant that is part of the MYWizard programming software, will demonstrate entirely new levels of reliability and speed in inspection programming. A live demo will show how the software continuously scans and updates the system’s inspection library to eliminate escapes, substantially reducing false calls and consistently enhancing inspection models over time. Thanks to a unique combination of advanced machine vision and machine learning, the software enables efficient pattern and image recognition to simplify program fine-tuning regardless of production conditions or programmer skill levels.
Enhanced connectivity and process control
New for APEX is the MYPro Connect connectivity platform, which enables plug-and-play connectivity with all leading IPC-CFX-compatible MES and ERP systems. The platform’s standardized data exchange eliminates the need for custom integration and ensures stable connectivity to support the need for advanced traceability, changeover management and controlled assembly automation at the board level. With all MYPro process steps also Hermes compliant, Mycronic's connectivity solutions fully support EMS and OEMs in their Industry 4.0 strategies.
MYPro Link and MYCenter Analysis, which enable real-time performance monitoring and root cause analysis, will demonstrate the power of real-time KPIs to improve process performance. The MYPro Link software, which correlates data between solder paste inspection and automated optical inspection, helps to improve inspection efficiency and line performance, while MYCenter Analysis provides opportunities to monitor and improve placement process efficiency. Both products help operators efficiently troubleshoot and resolve production quality and utilization issues with detailed drill downs into relevant production images.
To further improve component storage and handling, the MYTower series X high-capacity intelligent storage solution will also be exhibited at APEX. These latest MYTower models provide up to twice the storage capacity compared with their predecessors of the same height, ensuring safe storage and material automation for a vast range of components, thereby preventing the assembly line’s efficiency from being impacted by component supply issues. The top-of-the-range MYTower 6X, for example, can store more than 2,468 4mm-thick component reels within a footprint less than 2 square meters.
Tailored solutions for automated electronics protection
To meet growing demand for high-precision electronics protection, Mycronic has continued on its path of rapid innovation and customer-driven development to firmly establish its MYSmart series of coating and dispensing solutions as a leading choice among global tier-one manufacturers. At IPC APEX EXPO visitors can experience versatile conformal coating and dispensing solutions and the latest valve technologies.
Producers of consumer electronics will welcome the high-speed jet dispensing valve technologies available for the MY700 Jet Dispenser, making it the industry’s fastest all-material jetting system. Wherever large-area, random-dot dispensing patterns are crucial to manufacturing quality and efficiency, the new jetting system brings the speed and accuracy of the MY700 into a far wider range of dispensing fluid applications.
“These are really exciting times for the industry,” says Kevin Clue, VP Global Sales High Flex. “I’m thrilled to welcome visitors to APEX, which is a golden opportunity to explore new ways to improve manufacturing flexibility, quality and productivity together.”
To experience live demos and to learn more about Mycronic’s MYPro Line, software and connectivity solutions, and MYSmart dispensing and coating platforms, visit booth #1339 at IPC APEX EXPO in San Diego, January 24-26, 2023.
GARDENA, CA ― Pemtron Technology, an inspection equipment developer and supplier, is pleased to announce that the company has added direct support in Canada. In addition to its local manufacturers’ representative, BROCK Electronics, the company has hired a specialized printed circuit board assembly (PCBA) technician with extensive hands-on experience based in Toronto, Canada.
Pemtron’s new Field Service Engineer has proven experience with SMT & PTH machine programming, setup and operation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and problem solving. In addition to providing maintenance and support, the new FSE will help Pemtron customers improve production efficiency and production quality. He earned his degree in Electronics Engineering.
Pemtron aims to become the unrivaled global No. 1 company in the field of inspection equipment based on state-of-the-art equipment equipped with the best hardware and software. Offering local support for its customers worldwide is a key step in the company’s strategy.
“Due to travel restrictions at the beginning of COVID-19, it was difficult to get to our customers in Canada,” said Steven T. Wongsonvanee, General Manager - Americas. “This is why it is so important to have feet on the ground and the ability to offer our customers in Canada fast support.”
Pemtron manufactures and sells 3D precision process inspection equipment in the SMT, semiconductor and secondary battery fields. Its equipment is based on inspection technology using 3D measurement and AI deep learning based on machine vision and image processing S/W technology using industrial high-speed camera images.
BROCK Electronics represents Pemtron throughout Canada. Founded in 1967, BROCK Electronics is a manufacturers’ representative providing equipment and supplies to the electronics assembly industry in Canada. For more information, visit www.brockelectronics.com.
CLACKMAS, OR – MaRCTech2, Inc., a Manufacturers’ Representative organization providing products and services to technology companies in the Pacific Northwest, is pleased to welcome Dylen Brewer to their sales team. Brewer is based out of the Clackamas, Oregon, office and servicing accounts in Oregon, S.W. Washington and Idaho.
Brewer’s previous experience as a business owner and several service-related jobs has positioned him to have an immediate impact when it comes to “serving the customers first.”
“Dylen will be able to provide the sales and service our expanding customer base and product lines demands,” says Jennifer Eby, Co- Founder of MaRCTech2.
Mike Gunderson adds, “Dylen’s ‘Customer First’ approach and ‘do what it takes’ work ethic will prove valuable to our customers, principals and company.”
STRAMBINO, ITALY — Customers looking for leading-edge test solutions can come to Seica’s booth 2511 and view the newest line of Flying Probe test on the market in the form of the PILOT VX platform, bed of nails ICT solutions, the Compact LR, and Mini200 and the latest conformal coat inspection systems, the Dragonfly.
Visitors to Apex 2023 will see the premiere of the Compact LR, the latest addition to Seica’s already well-known in-circuit bed of nails and functional test solutions included in the COMPACT Next line. Seica’s COMPACT line of test systems are already the solution of choice for many contract manufacturers and OEMs, and the Compact LR provides additional legacy replacement capabilities for customers looking to replace test systems which are no longer supported by the original manufacturers.
This new configuration joins Seica’s existing legacy replacement solutions for in-circuit testers such as Aeroflex/Marconi as well as for functional testers including Computer Automation, Schlumberger/Factron, GR179X, and GR275X series, and Teradyne’s L2XX, and L3XX. The Compact LR on display addresses the challenge of allowing redeployment of Teradyne Spectrum 8851 and 8852 fixtures onto a modern platform which includes all of the technologically advanced performances required by new applications, while at the same time allowing developers to continue to use their traditional standard fixture design.
We are looking forward to seeing you at Booth 2511!
WATERBURY, CT — MacDermid Alpha, a leading global supplier of integrated circuit, assembly and semiconductor solutions for the electronics design and manufacturing industries, will be highlighting their latest research on final finishes, lightweight bio-based polymers, solder alloy reliability for automotive applications, and brand new findings from test data on conformal coatings. The four separate technical presentations will take place at this year’s IPC APEX EXPO, January 24 – 26, at the San Diego Convention Center in California.
Authored by MacDermid Alpha’s leading industry experts, these papers will address various material challenges, testing methods, and new solutions that will help manufacturers of Automotive, 5G, Mobile, and other critical markets, to meet the increasing demands of reliability, performance, cost efficiency, and sustainability.
Two papers are scheduled under the High Reliability for Extreme Environments Track. Bethany Turner, Senior Technical Manager and Resins Specialist, will present the paper entitled “Expandable Bio-Based Polymers: A Lightweight Future for Electronics Ruggedization - Immersion Study”. Bethany’s presentation will take place on January 24, 10.30am-12pm, and will explore an important new manufacturing trend, known as “Lightweighting”. Lightweight materials are not only ideal for portable devices, but are also valuable for other applications, such as mass transit and automotive systems. Kennedy Fox, Reliability Failure Analysis Scientist, will present “Highly Accelerated Vibration Testing for the Evaluation of Solder Alloys in Automotive Applications” on January 24, 1:30- 3pm. The paper analyses the performance of solder pastes and more specifically, how a paste’s resilience to vibration fatigue can influence the failure of an entire electronic unit in a vehicle.
As part of the PCB Plating and Finishes Track, Frank Xu, Technology Manager Final Finishes, will present “Reassessing Surface Finish Performance for Next Generation Technology” on January 22, 8-11am. Finishes such as aImAg, ImSn, OSP, ENIG and ENEPIG are well established in the decision making process for PCB fabricators when considering cost and performance. 5G is growing in importance and requires increased data flow. One challenge is signal loss, especially at higher frequency bandwidth.. Fabricators are once again looking to the next generation surface finishes to resolve the issue of signal loss; this paper compares and contrasts performance attributes of a range of finishes.
Phil Kinner, Global Business and Technical Director for Coatings, will present “A New Approach To Conformal Coating Demonstrates Significantly Improved Ruggedization Performance” in the Cleaning and Coatings Track. Phil will explore test data using the IPC- TR-587 technical report, ‘”Conformal Coating Material and Application ‘State of the Industry’’’ as the basis to compare the performance of assemblies coated with state-of-the- art materials as opposed to standard coatings used by manufacturers. In his presentation, which takes place on January 25, 3:30-5pm, Phil will examine the new findings from tests that show how a natural, slight shift in position of components during soldering could yield very different coating patterns and coating coverage, resulting in inconsistent protection from one board to the next.
The MacDermid Alpha team will also be welcoming visitors to Booth 1933 to discuss more about these subjects and our latest solutions that can deliver greater reliability and performance for today’s increasingly complex electronics assemblies.
For further information, please visit www.macdermidalpha.com
MANASSAS, VA — ZESTRON, the leading global provider of high-precision cleaning products, services, and training solutions in the electronics manufacturing and semiconductor industries, is pleased to announce that they will exhibit at the 2023 IPC APEX Expo and offering live demos of the all-new ZESTRON EYE CM II.
Incorporating the ZESTRON® EYE CM II into your process provides an efficient and fully automated solution that monitors, and controls wash bath concentration in real time. This stand-alone concentration management system easily integrates with all cleaning systems providing reliability and control you can trust.
ZESTRON will be offering live demos of the all-new ZESTRON EYE CM II at Booth #1941. The ZESTRON EYE CM II, made in the USA, has multiple advantages such as wash bath concentration monitoring and control, a graphic interface that tracks and records cleaning agent and Di-water usage, the ability to track cleaner pump runtime with bath change alerts, easy downloading capabilities via Ethernet or USB.
To schedule a demo or to speak with one of ZESTRON’s engineers about your cleaning needs, please visit: ZESTRON APEX 2023