Atlanta, Georgia – Koh Young Technology, the industry-leader in True 3D measurement-based inspection solutions and the premier sponsor of SMTA International, will be presenting whitepapers and delivering live demonstrations of its award-winning inspection and measurement solutions in Booth 925 at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minnesota on November 2-3. The following is just a glimpse of what Koh Young will have in store for our visitors:

Automated Optical Inspection (AOI)

The Zenith 2 AOI delivers industry-leading inspection performance with True 3D measurement-based technology. In the 2D inspection world, false calls and escapes are unavoidable. To solve this problem, we took a different approach. We based our solution on full 3D measurement technology. We did not start with antiquated 2D technology and its inherent shortcomings. We did not simply add some 3D tech to a legacy 2D system. At Koh Young, our AOI systems measure in True 3D from the start. We find the component body based on true 3D profilometric information. Using this approach, we deliver trustworthy inspection results, regardless of substrate color, board warpage, or component variations. When our 3D measurement data meets our AI engines, we can deliver even more benefits to manufacturers.

Dispense Process Inspection (DPI)

The award-winning Neptune C+ is the industry’s first 3D optical measurement solution for transparent material inspection. Using Koh Young LIFT technology (Laser Interferometry for Fluid Tomography), the Neptune delivers non-destructive 3D inspection to precisely measure and inspect fluids – wet or dry. With its Machine-Learning algorithm, the Neptune accurately measures materials for coverage, thickness, and consistency with a user-defined threshold setting. It also identifies bubbles, cracks, and other defects in coating. It also measures underfill, epoxy, bonding, glue, potting, flux, and more to deliver an exact measurement of transparent materials.

Process Control

AI-powered KSMART solutions help automate process control, while focusing on data management, analysis, and optimization. It collects data from across the factory for defect detection, real-time optimization, enhanced decisions, and traceability to improve production, increase quality, and lower costs by eliminating variances, false calls, and escapes. In short, the award-winning KSMART software suite seamlessly turns data into insight to help manufacturers improve the process.

Process Optimization

The Koh Young Process Optimizer (KPO) solution is an AI-based automatic print process optimizer. This system improves the printer offset, as well as critical printer parameters like squeegee speed, print pressure, and separation speed. KPO performs an automated DOE to determine the optimum printing parameters for the best print quality. As a result, manufacturers can optimize the print process, without the need for a dedicated print process expert. Furthermore, KPO monitors and perfects parameters in real-time to guarantee quality despite environmental changes.

Manufacturing Excellence

The partnerships at Koh Young go beyond combining our SPI and AOI machines with printers and mounters from other industry leaders. The MFX5 Smart Factory & Automation session beginning at 1:30pm CST includes a collaboration whitepaper between Koh Young America, AEGIS Software, and the IPC-2581 (DPMX) Consortium. During the session, Ivan Aduna, Global MES Manager at Koh Young will present how to securely exchange data between design and manufacturing using the Digital Product Model Exchange (IPC-2581 DPMX) and Connected Factory Exchange (IPC-2591 CFX) standards.

To learn more about how our solutions boost your quality, visit us at the SMTA International in booth 925. You can register to attend the in-person conference and exposition at https://smta.org/mpage/smtai-registration. If you cannot attend the panel, but still want to learn more about smart manufacturing and our best-in-class portfolio of True 3D solutions, vis our site at www.kohyoungamerica.com.

For more relevant content about inspection from Koh Young America:
• “SMT Inspection: Today, Tomorrow, and Beyond”, a downloadable eBook and reference guide
• Converting Process Data into Intelligence, a 12-part micro series

About Koh Young Technology, Inc.

Established 20 years ago in 2002, Koh Young pioneered the market by launching the first 3D Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) system using a patented dual-projection Moiré technology. Since then, it has become the global leader in 3D measurement-based SPI and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment for the electronics industry. Based on its True3D™ measurement-based inspection technology, Koh Young has developed innovative inspection solutions for challenges with machined parts, press-fit and through-hole pins, conformal coatings, dispensed materials, and semiconductor packages. Through its constant innovation, Koh Young has secured over 3,500 global customers, and maintains the dominant global market share in the SPI and AOI markets with over 20,000 machine installations. By adopting a user-centric R&D focus, it continues to use its core competencies to develop innovative solutions for new and existing markets. Its activities stem from the corporate headquarters in Korea to its global sales and support offices in Europe, Asia, and the Americas. These local offices ensure it stays close to the market, and more importantly, its growing customer base. Learn why so many electronics manufacturers trust Koh Young for reliable inspection for a smart factory at www.kohyoungamerica.com.

For More Information

Brent A Fischthal, Senior Marketing Manager, Koh Young America Brent.Fischthal@kohyoung.com

Koh Young America, 1950 Evergreen Blvd., Ste 200, Duluth, GA 30096 www.kohyoungamerica.com

Indium Corporation is pleased to announce two new additions to its Engineered Solder Materials (ESM) team—Igor Faleichik, senior product specialist, and Jim McCoy, product specialist.

Faleichik assumes responsibility for creating, driving, and supporting initiatives to grow his product lines, with a focus on the connector and RF infrastructure markets for ESM. He researches and analyzes customer and market data for his respective products to understand market trends and technical inflection points. He also supports current and prospective business while serving as a product line resource to coordinate activities among internal departments, including sales, manufacturing, quality assurance, and research and development to advance product growth.

Faleichik brings more than 10 years of industry experience to his new role. He previously served as a sales manager, business development manager, and a marketing consultant—roles that have allowed him to cultivate and nurture strategic business partnerships and develop targeted business initiatives. Most recently, he served as president of an infrared optical component manufacturer.

Faleichik holds both a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in marketing from Siberian State Aerospace University. He holds a business certificate in First Principles of Computer Vision from Columbia University, is a certified associate in project management, and is a Certified Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt.

McCoy is responsible for researching and aligning customer needs with product capabilities to facilitate current and prospective business within the Engineered Solder Materials segment. His focus is on solder preform technology for power electronics applications and he serves as a product line resource to customers and internal departments to address the growing market.

McCoy joined Indium Corporation in 2014 as a talent acquisition coordinator and was promoted to a supervisor role in 2017. During his time with the human resources department, McCoy developed close working relationships with hiring managers and many other members of the community. He was instrumental in creating, developing, and leading Indium Corporation’s award-winning summer college internship program.

McCoy holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Western New England University and an MBA in technology management from the State University of New York Polytechnic University. He is a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt and a graduate of the Dale Carnegie Leadership Skills for Success program.

About Indium Corporation

Indium Corporation is a premier materials refiner, smelter, manufacturer, and supplier to the global electronics, semiconductor, thin-film, and thermal management markets. Products include solders and fluxes; brazes; thermal interface materials; sputtering targets; indium, gallium, germanium, and tin metals and inorganic compounds; and NanoFoil®. Founded in 1934, the company has global technical support and factories located in China, Germany, India, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the U.S.

For more information about Indium Corporation, visit www.indium.com or email jhuang@indium.com. You can also follow our experts, From One Engineer To Another® (#FOETA), at www.linkedin.com/company/indium-corporation/ or @IndiumCorp.

Roseville, Calif. — The County of San Diego in partnership with PRIDE Industries, the nation’s leading employer of people with disabilities, hosted its “Jay’s Program” recruitment event to provide individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities opportunities for six-month, part-time, paid internship opportunities with County of San Diego departments.

The recruitment event was attended by 20 candidates, and they had access to more than 15 individuals from County Departments such as Aging and Independence Services, Department of Child Support Services, Child Welfare Services, Department of Human Resources, Land Use and Environmental Group, and the Office of Emergency Services/Fire Authority. The program exists to help those with intellectual and developmental disabilities improve their job skills and increase opportunities for future employment.

In 2019, Chair Nathan Fletcher created the inclusive employment program at the County in honor of Raymond “Jay” Bariuan, who has worked with Chair Fletcher since his days in the California State Assembly.

“Individuals with disabilities possess different life experiences and can provide tremendous value to a team,” said Chair Fletcher. “Since we started Jay’s Program, 20 individuals have played integral roles in 20 different San Diego County departments. It has been a successful program, and we are excited to welcome some new Jay’s Program participants to the County.”

Over six months, participants collaborate with County mentors to discuss career goals and craft their program courses. They gain practical work experience for resume development and hone skills and abilities that will qualify them for entry-level civil service jobs. PRIDE Industries’ job coaches provide tailored support to each individual for long-term success. Moreover, twice monthly, interns meet as a group to debrief and share growth milestones.

The initiative went on hiatus in March 2020 because of the COVID 19 pandemic, when non- essential staff members were sent home; however, some of the team members did support the County’s COVID-19 programs.

“I applaud the County of San Diego for its commitment to Jay’s Program and recognizing that an inclusive workforce is a strong workforce,” said Jeff Dern, President and CEO of PRIDE Industries. “When a large employer like the County employs 20,000 individuals and embraces inclusivity, it leads by example. PRIDE Industries encourages counties throughout the country to implement similar internship opportunities within their regions.”

Annually, there will be four teams with five interns per team. Additionally, PRIDE Industries has partnered with San Diego County to provide disability workplace inclusion training to County staff in a phased rollout.

For over 35 years, PRIDE Industries, formerly operated as Partnerships With Industry (PWI), has provided meaningful employment and training services for people with disabilities in the San Diego region. Funding and individual referrals for the internship program are provided by the San Diego Regional Center (SDRC), which serves and empowers people with developmental disabilities and their families to achieve their goals with community partners.

About the County of San Diego

The County of San Diego provides a wide variety of health, public safety, and community services to residents of 18 cities and a large unincorporated area. The County works toward a vision of a just, sustainable, and resilient future for all 3.3 million San Diegans living throughout the 4,526-square-mile region. Learn more at www.sandiegocounty.gov.

About PRIDE Industries

PRIDE Industries delivers business excellence with a positive social impact. A social enterprise, we provide facilities operations and maintenance services, custodial services, contract manufacturing, supply chain management, packaging and fulfillment services, and staffing and recruitment services to private and public organizations nationwide. Founded in 1966, PRIDE Industries’ mission is to create employment for people with disabilities. Through personalized employment services, we help individuals realize their true potential and lead more independent lives. PRIDE Industries proves the value of its inclusive workforce model through operational success across multiple industries every day. Learn more at PRIDEIndustries.com.

Tyngsboro, Mass. — Transition Automation, Inc. releases a new Universal Permalex Holder and Blade Assembly to install on Ersa SMT Printers.

The Holder Assemblies include brass alloy alignment pins to improve the installation of the holders into the quick-release Ersa print head. These holders are Transition’s fourth generation, which include an extended aluminum support that eliminates the need for shim support. The holders also feature the company’s patent pending “Soft-Touch” articulating paste retainers to help keep the solder paste in the print area and reduce damage to stencils due to handling mishaps. These advanced holders offer benefits over OEM holder designs including lighter weight, available in any length, low front profile for better paste roll and color and angle options.

This item is available on the company’s web store at www.metalsqueegees.com and has the part number designation EA1-LxxW32T10-B-E where the letters xx denote the length of the blade and holder combination.

Transition Automation, Inc. is a worldwide leader in the manufacturing and distribution of Permalex® Edge Metal Squeegees, holder systems, and advanced SMT printing systems. Founded in 1989, Transition Automation, Inc. continues to advance the state of the art in surface mount solder paste printing by innovating the critical and high-cycle squeegee component of the SMT assembly process. Company headquarters are located at 5 Trader Circle, Building D, Tyngsboro, MA 01879 USA; Phone: 978-649-2400; Email: Sales@TransitionAutomation.com; Web: www.transitionautomation.com.