Smart-Release nano layer stencil coating is said to reduce the frequency required for under-screen cleaning on the printer. Test results demonstrated that over 40 prints before cleaning can be reached, reportedly with no deterioration in print quality or bridging. Helps solder paste separate more easily from the stencil, with less contamination on the underside. Apertures and component edges are cleaner. Comes on all types of stencils, including laser cut, electroformed, NicAlloy, and chemically etched.

Photo Stencil, www.photostencil.com/apex2013.php

SEC Conflict Mineral Compliance system permits companies to maintain trade secrets about products and raw materials while simultaneously providing supply chain traceability. Users can upload reporting templates such as EICC-GeSI and IPC templates to a central data set for regulatory risk assessments and compliance reporting.

Comes as part of the Material Disclosure software line.

Actio, www.actio.net

FactoryLogix MES suite supports all types of discrete manufacturing, from PCB assembly, to complex box-builds, large system integrations and high-speed consumer goods processing. Manages entire manufacturing information environment including product launch, material logistics, manufacturing execution, operations analytics and real-time dashboard systems. Ensures materials traceability, data fulfillment and visibility.

Aegis, www.aiscorp.com

FactoryLogix MES suite supports all types of discrete manufacturing, from PCB assembly, to complex box-builds, large system integrations and high-speed consumer goods processing. Manages entire manufacturing information environment including product launch, material logistics, manufacturing execution, operations analytics and real-time dashboard systems. Ensures materials traceability, data fulfillment and visibility.

Aegis, www.aiscorp.com