Pantera-XV SMD placement machine is designed for prototype and mid-size series manufacturing. Meets standards of a high-mix/low-volume production. Application range is large. Is capable of placing 4,500 components per hr. Features optical laser and vision centering. Can place all SMD components from 0201 up to 50 mm x 50 mm. Has large feeder capacity and automatic identification of intelligent feeders. All tape feeders are electrically driven. Feeding pitch is programmable.

Essemtec, www.essemtec.com

iineo-II dual-head VLB is designed for the LED assembly segment. Can process PCBs that exceed 48" in length at speeds often exceeding 20,000 CPH. Optimizes productivity in high-mix environments. Can accommodate PCBs as large as 24" x 63". Is ideally suited for handling LED PCB form factors, particularly industrial fluorescent lighting. Can be converted from single-stage handling to four-stage handling of large, typical sized PCBs (up to 18" x 20"). Is backwards compatible with all iineo-II machines. Offers a heavy PCB option for higher mass conveying up to 22 lb.  Automatic conveyor offers full-edge clamping, fiducial correction and features a SMEMA interface.

Europlacer, www.europlacer.com

Mydata Replacement Feeder Springs repair damaged Agilis Feeders. Are available for Agilis Feeder 8 - 4.7 and Agilis Feeder 12 - 8.5. Are currently under development for remaining sizes (3.7, 4.0, 5.4, etc.).

Count On Tools, www.cotinc.com

MC-1002 PCB Storage Cabinet is ESD-IEC61340-5-1 compliant and grounded to prevent static electricity. Is equipped with a digital RH meter and maintains a 3% RH level. Features locking doors and adjustable shelves that can hold up to 220 lbs.

Seika USA, www.seikausa.com