MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN) today announced that it has been selected for a 2022 SMT China Vision Award in the category of Test & Inspection – AOI for its CyberOptics SQ3000™+ Multi-Function system. The highest-level award was garnered based on the level of product innovation.

The all-in-one SQ3000+ was introduced at the beginning of 2022, and since then has received a 2022 NPI Award, 2022 Global Technology Award, 2022 EM Innovation Award, and now its fourth award – the 2022 SMT China Vision Award. It is the 33rd award for Multi-Reflection Suppression® (MRS®) sensor technology.

The innovative SQ3000+ offers a combination of unmatched high accuracy and high speed, with an even higher resolution MRS sensor that inhibits reflection- based distortions caused by shiny components and specular surfaces. The system is specifically designed for high-end applications including advanced packaging, mini-LED, advanced SMT, 008004/0201 SPI, socket metrology and other challenging CMM applications.

“We are excited that our latest MRS sensor technology-enabled system has been deemed best-in-class for innovation,” said Perry Duffill, Vice President of Test and Inspection, Nordson Corporation. “Designed specifically for next-generation applications, customers can rely on the superior performance of the advanced SQ3000+ to improve their yields and processes.”

SMT China magazine launched the SMT China Vision Awards in 2007 to recognize both international and domestic providers of SMT equipment, materials, software and services that have made outstanding contributions to the rapid growth of China's electronics manufacturing industry by their inventions and innovations.

For more information, visit www.cyberoptics.com

MEDINA, MN ― ASC International, a leading manufacturer of 3D solder paste inspection (SPI) and automated optical inspection (AOI) systems, will exhibit in Booth #827 at the 2023 IPC APEX EXPO, scheduled to take place Jan. 24-26, 2023 at the San Diego Convention Center in California. ASC International will offer live demonstrations of its industry-leading SPI and AOI solutions.

On display will be the VisionPro M500 offering an affordable option for true 3D bench top SPI. The VisionPro Merlin sets the standard as the price to performance leader for offline 2D-3D AOI and the VisionPro DMI combines both 3D SPI and 2D-3D AOI into a single platform for the most cost-effective inspection station island solution in the market today.

Also on display, the LineMaster Fusion 3D provides sophisticated 3D solder paste measurement coupled with an intuitive user interface and Windows® 10 OS. With only a few minutes of training, an operator can perform accurate and reliable 3D measurements of solder paste deposits as well as many other important SMT measurement applications. LineMaster's completely automatic solder paste measurement process eliminates manual board handling as found with offline SPI systems and provides operators with immediate feedback to reduce printer related defects.

For more information about ASC International’s LineMaster Fusion 3D and other AOI/SPI products, visit https://www.ascinternational.com/products/solder-paste- inspection/linemaster-fusion-3d/

REDDITCH, UK — As a leading distributor of capital equipment for the electronics assembly industry in the UK and Ireland, Altus ensures its portfolio is the most advanced, and includes the best solutions for Smart facilities. One of its most recent additions not only meets these criteria, but is also an award winner.

Koh Young KPO Printer technology has recently earned the Global Technology Award for Best Process Control Software, and it is easy to see why. Koh Young’s AI-based automatic printing process optimiser applies machine learning algorithms to real-time print process data and delivers the optimum printing parameters. As a result, KPO Printer allows customers to monitor print quality and optimise parameters in real-time to guarantee the best print quality without any intervention by an operator or process expert.

Joe Booth, Altus Group CEO, said: “Koh Young continues to lead the way in 3D measurement and inspection technology, and the KPO Printer is no exception. So I am not surprised it has been recognised for an industry award as it solves many process challenges.

“Product miniaturisation makes it more difficult for manufacturers to produce electronics components reliably. As the most critical stage in the SMT process, ensuring that printing is correct is crucial, particularly as over 70% of defects occur during this step. Maintaining suitable printer conditions is challenging and requires user expertise, therefore consistency and quality can be compromised.

“The Koh Young KPO can stop the unpredictability and improve the process with its AI engine. Using complex algorithms, it intuitively diagnoses issues, recommends parameters, and improves print quality. For the production of highly complex electronics and where there is no room for error, the award-winning KPO is a game changer. It makes print process optimisation simple and allows manufacturers to improve productivity.”

Encompassing advanced AI technology, KPO is helping companies to implement smart manufacturing practices by digitising their production facility and helping to connect devices, machinery and production systems.

AUBURN HILLS, MI — The Murray Percival Company, the award-winning leading supplier to the Midwest's electronics industry, is pleased to announce their sales force will be in attendance at the IPC APEX EXPO 2023. As a courtesy, Murray Percival sales team likes to arrange appointments for customers at key exhibits on the show floor. Their experienced team will ensure that you speak to the right people and see the newest technologies to get the most out of your show experience. The sales team will be at the show, taking place in San Diego, CA at the San Diego Convention Center, from Tuesday, Jan 24-Thursday, Jan 26, 2023.

“After winning Distributor of the Year two years running, we are ready to prove once again to our customers and principals the value that we bring to this important show,” said MARCOM Manager Mark Percival Jr. “Our lineup of leading brands in the industry are ready to meet our customers, make new introductions, and demonstrate how the latest and greatest technology can improve their processes.”

Last month the company was awarded Distributor of the Year by the Global Technology Awards for the second year in a row by Global SMT & Packaging at SMTA International in Minnesota, MN. At the IPC APEX Expo, The Murray Percival Company will represent about 30 of the most prestigious companies in the electronics industry, including MIRTEC, SCHUNK, MacDermid Alpha, Kurtz Ersa, KYZEN, ITW EAE, Hanwha, Cluso, JBC, Identco, Apollo Seiko, EVS International and many more!