MX-1000 Series mobile terminals perform inventory management, logistics and field service. Combine ease-of-use, cost and flexibility of off-the-shelf smartphones with rugged hand-held assembly that holds both the phone and a specially designed barcode reader. Read 1D and 2D barcodes, and contain a vision engine capable of other vision-based capabilities such as OCR, package dimensioning and inspection.

Cognex, cognex.com

MicroHAWK ID-30 and ID-40 barcode readers now include optional Diffuser and Polarizer optical filter accessories. Selected optical filter blocks unwanted light. Diffuser filter softens and flattens background light around the barcode and minimizes noise and reflections. Is useful when reader needs to be mounted perpendicular to the part. Polarizer filter is reportedly ideal for managing reflections from other highly-reflective, transparent or lucid materials such as cellophane or glass test tubes. Eliminates hot spots caused by reflections by allowing one linear light polarization to be used for outgoing scanning beam.

Microscan, www.microscan.com

NPM VF high-speed odd-form placement machine has a clinching option capable of insertion height checks and PCB hole recognition. Leverages NPM Series' tape feeders and nozzles. Designed for automotive and other extreme odd-form parts applications. Cycle time is 0.8 sec./component. Handles 2 feeder trolleys (30 seats). Installs radial or axial leaded components. Programmable gripper.

Panasonic, panasonicfa.com

159HF halogen-free water-soluble flux has a neutral pH. Formulated to perform under high temperatures and is compatible with leaded and lead-free alloys. With low solids content, it can be used in selective drop-jet spray soldering applications and wave soldering. Stays active during preheat and wave; performs well with multilayer boards. Provides ionic cleanliness after water cleaning and has been formulated to minimize foaming in the wash process. Can be used for SMT rework and touch-up soldering.

FCT Assembly, www.fctassembly.com