Pulsar solderability test system determines how well molten solder will wet on solderable surfaces of electronic components.

Newman Lake, WA (November 15, 2022) – Hentec Industries/RPS Automation, a leading manufacturer of selective soldering, lead tinning and solderability test equipment, is pleased to announce that Pacific Component Xchange, Inc. has purchased a Pulsar solderability test system. The Pulsar utilizes the highly proven dip-and-look test method that is a qualitative type test performed by comparative analysis after specimens are dipped in a bath of flux and molten solder. An advantage of the dip-and-look method is since it is based on comparative analysis it can be performed rapidly by shop floor personnel with minimal training as well as requiring significantly lower capital investment then a wetting balance test system. The Pulsar solderability test system complies with all applicable solderability test standards including MIL-STD-883 Method 2003, IPC J-STD-002 and MIL-STD-202 Method 208.

About Pacific Component Xchange

Headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, Pacific Component Xchange, Inc. is a major distributor of electronic components serving customers across America, Europe, and Asia. Their in-house services include global purchasing support, X-ray, XRF, and solder testing, microscopy, and topical chemical analysis. For more information, please visit: www.pcxco.com.

About Hentec Industries

Hentec Industries/RPS Automation is a manufacturer of automated selective soldering, component lead tinning, and solderability test equipment for electronics and electronic component manufacturing, assembly, and distribution. Hentec/RPS has been advancing automated soldering and lead finishing technology for defense, aerospace, automotive, contract manufacturers and micro-electronics component manufacturers since the early 90’s. All Hentec/RPS products are designed and manufactured in Newman Lake, Washington. For more information, please visit us at www.rpsautomation.com.

GARDEN GROVE, CA — Revco, an industry leader in contract electronic manufacturing with over 40 years of experience, has won this year’s coveted Circuits Assembly 2022 Service Excellence Award. This exclusive award recognizes the industry’s top companies that stay dedicated to excelling in customer service. In addition, it is the only award in the industry that uses direct customer feedback to determine the winners.

Customers were surveyed to determine their satisfaction level across multiple categories, including:

• Dependability and Timely Delivery
• Manufacturing Quality
• Responsiveness to Requests and Changes
• Technology
• Flexibility
• Value for the Price
• Overall Satisfaction

After tallying and ranking the replies, customers rated Revco as best-in-class in every category. In this unbiased review, several customers raved about the honesty and dependability of the Revco team. “I have personally worked with Revco as a CM/EMS for more than 25 years. Although I have seen a lot of suppliers come and go, Revco has been dependable, attentive, and has demonstrated professionalism and expertise throughout the years. I have consistently relied on them as our primary supplier and could not be happier with the results.” Anonymous Customer

Driven by their customer-centered culture, Revco continued to stay ahead of the curve to ensure their customers were taken care of during pandemic-related material shortages. During the pandemic, Revco weathered the storm of supply chain issues by committing to forecasting and restocking for their valued customers, even absorbing some of the cost themselves.

“We felt that we were ahead of the curve by stocking parts ahead of time. We created long-term blanket orders and absorbed the material cost so that our customers were covered, insulating them from these shortages.” – Greg Gonzales, VP of Business Development at Revco Products

Additionally, Revco was committed to making sure that all of their clients received product to sustain them during these material shortages, rather than merely completing orders for its largest customers.

Revco also considers the quality of their service and manufactured components of the utmost importance, and they routinely reach their target of 98% quality due to this commitment.

“Revco is very proactive and goes above and beyond in validating/QC of our files and notifying us of anomalies that may not be in our best interest to fabricate without a second look. Revco does a great job of partnering and scrubbing our fabrications, parts lists, and placements and when necessary, runs pilots to assure that the first articles are functional before running production volumes. In addition, we have assurances that only the highest quality parts and boards are being used.” Anonymous Customer

Revco has seen outstanding average growth of 10% over the last five years and anticipates continued growth due to their dedication to providing high-quality service. The team at Revco is honored to be the recipient of the prestigious Circuits Assembly Service Excellence Award and will continue to strive to meet the demands of their valued customers.

“Honesty and integrity are important in all aspects of our work at Revco. It’s the way we build confidence and trust in the Revco brand.” David Gonzales, President of Revco Products

SHINGLE SPRINGS, CA — PDR, founded in 1985, and today a leading manufacturer of BGA rework systems and X-ray systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of TechSystems as its newest manufacturers’ representative. Under the agreement, Chris Putney, President of TechSystems, will represent PDR’s SMD/BGA Rework and X-ray systems throughout Northern California.

Dave White, CEO of White Industrial Corporation, parent company of PDR Americas, states: “Good things happen when quality organizations unite to advance the industry in both technology and customer service. PDR and TechSystems Northern California are two such firms that are in alignment with the philosophy that serving customer needs is foremost in all that we do. PDR is proud to announce that Chris Putney will be helping customers by introducing to them the advantages of PDR technology, both in rework and X-ray. Welcome to the team Chris!”

TechSystems has been a manufacturers’ representative for electronics assembly equipment in Northern California for more than 30 years. The company provides complete installation, training, applications and machine repair. The team’s combined technical support background includes placement equipment, wave soldering, cleaning, reflow, rework, AOI SPI and X-ray inspection systems, programming and component packaging.

TechSystems now offers both PDR IR Rework Stations and PDR X-ray Inspection Systems. PDR IR Rework Ssystems have become the industry standard for high quality – high yield PCB rework. PDR rework products offer state-of-the-art rework capability to address sophisticated SMT/BGA Rework applications. As a result, PDR customers continually achieve ultra-high production yields due to PDR’s well-engineered system designs that are both easy to use and maintain. PDR is the recipient of multiple Global Technology Awards for their rework systems.

PDR’s Micro Focus X-ray solutions offer both 2D and 3D (DTS) X-ray systems with truly remarkable image fidelity. Made in the USA, PDR X-ray systems are operator friendly and easily programmable with 4-axis fully motorized control to automate the pass-fail inspection of PCBs, components, and assemblies. Available in multiple kV configurations and Flat Panel Detectors (FPDs), PDR X-ray cabinets are built to integrate X-ray solutions from 60kV up to 160Kv, while maintaining safety standards of Less Than 1 uSv/hr (0.1 mR/hr) for radiation safety. PDR’s unique cabinet design provides customers with the maximum flexibility for upgrading X-ray system capabilities over the long- term, while still providing a safe and reliable X-ray system for the customer.

For more information about TechSystems’ products and services, contact Chris Putney at cputney@techsystemsnc.com.

In November 2021, Precision Graphics Inc. announced they were expanding their business to Snow Hill and in doing so, create 70 jobs. Per their website, Precision Graphics Inc. is a complete electronic manufacturing services organization. With over 40+ years of experience in design, layout, and manufacturing of printed circuit board assemblies.

The North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region posted the following on their Facebook page:

Today we celebrate the official opening of Precision Graphics, Inc., a leading global electronics manufacturing solutions provider. The company announced in 2021 it would open a production facility in Snow Hill, NC, with plans to renovate the former Smart Play building with an investment of $5.1 million and create 70 jobs. Today the ribbon has been cut with remodeling complete and production already underway. Great news for the EDR region, Greene County, and Eastern NC.