HiTester 1220 in-circuit tester has newly designed measurement electronics and an optional parallel testing feature for higher test speeds. Features quick connectivity to PC networks. Data conversion outside the Hioki tester family possible on advanced system. Configurable as a functional tester via a dedicated functional test board and measurement units with GPIB controllers. Evaluates boards using the macro test function. Has high-speed, multi-channel measuring instrument. Press-type tester uses fixtures for printed circuit board mass production. Is embedded loaded board tester, micro tester for impedance measurement, active tester and a high-speed data collector.

Hioki, www.hioki.com
Seika Machinery, www.seikausa.com

Weller WX 2 control unit for soldering features an antistatic touch-screen and intuitive user interface. Is a two-channel system that offers a variety of connectivity options and soldering tools for soldering work on LED backplanes, solar applications and micro-soldering joints. Benefits include: High-capacity 240W power supply allows simultaneous power for two 120W tools and heats up quickly; antistatic capacitive touch-screen is temperature- and chemical-resistant; menu navigation options include English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Mandarin Chinese, with additional languages available; improved visibility with graphic LCD visible from all angles; versatile connectivity options, including standard digital connection and decoupled robot connection; management of Weller fume extraction units and heating plates; USB port for localized firmware updates; sleep mode activated by sensor in the handle that detects when device is not in use, and automatic standby sensor controls connected accessories, including fume extractors and heated plates.

Weller Electronics, http://www.cooperhandtools.com/weller/index.cfm 

Parylene C-UVF coating fluoresces under a specific spectrum of UV light, enabling identification and verification that components are protected with Parylene. Coating is thin, optically clear, and maintains the electrical, mechanical and physical properties of Parylene C.

Specialty Coating Systems, www.scscoatings.com

Optek three-axis staging/transport systems are suitable for a range of applications. Feature granite bases and bearing ways, are driven by linear motors that generate no heat and position to a small fraction of a micron. Air-bearing transports are close-looped to one-tenth µm linear scales that are bonded to granite x and y axes. Have accuracy greater than 4 µm, repeatability greater than 3 µm and a transport speed of up to 30" per sec. Feature a center drive in all three axes and split-axis operation. Y-axis table and x-axis carriage “float” on air bearings. Available in 12" x 12", 18" x 12", 28" x 24", 38" x 30", and 50" x 36" ranges. Are provided with 8" of z-axis travel. Are provided on floor-standing welded steel frames, with or without amplifiers and computer controllers. Custom fiberglass “hoods” also available.

Operations Technology Inc., www.optek.net