PHILADELPHIA, PA - FlashPCB, a leading provider of quick-turn PCB assembly, has enhanced its precision and efficiency by investing in the PEMTRON ATHENA 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) system. This strategic acquisition enhances FlashPCB’s AI-powered approach to PCB
fabrication, ensuring superior quality and reliability for its customers.

The ATHENA 3D AOI system brings cutting-edge AI-driven capabilities to FlashPCB’s inspection process, including automatic judgment, automatic teaching, and Optical Character Recognition (OCR) functionality. These features streamline defect detection and improve production efficiency, enabling FlashPCB to maintain its position as a trusted partner for hardware startups, research institutions, and technology firms.

Equipped with 12-way projection technology, the ATHENA system minimizes shadow-induced errors and delivers precise 3D measurements. Its high-resolution options—10, 15, or 18μm—combined with an optional 12MP camera and a three-stage conveyor system, provide unmatched accuracy in inspecting complex PCB designs. These advanced capabilities align with FlashPCB’s mission to provide rapid, high-quality PCB prototyping solutions.

“We are excited to integrate the PEMTRON ATHENA 3D AOI into our inspection process,” said Thomas Castner, CEO at FlashPCB. “This advanced system enables us to achieve new levels of precision and efficiency, while delivering the highest-quality PCB prototypes to our customers with speed and reliability.”

For more information, visit www.flashpcb.com.