Screens with HT stainless steel mesh are woven on looms. High-tension mesh is capable of achieving tension values higher than traditional meshes. Permits the use of a lower off-contact and less squeegee pressure. Shows improvements in the separation of the ink from the mesh. Ink clears the mesh opening easier.

MicroScreen LLC, www.microscreen.org

VisionPro is hardware-independent software that expands image acquisition options with support for large camera images and nontraditional sources such as 3-D, thermal and x-ray imagers. Offers high-accuracy calibration and image correction for line-scan cameras, and expanded ID reading capability of 2-D codes. Image acquisition has been enhanced to support images up to 16 bits in depth. Has built-in compatibility with selected thermal cameras and 3-D profile scanners. Enables users to switch between 32-bit and 64-bit operating systems. Symbol reader tool has been expanded to read 2-D codes up to 144 x 144.
 
Cognex Corp., www.cognex.com/visionpro 

 

RemUVa is designed to remove coatings from finished assemblies. Has a fully configurable nozzle to permit working on smaller areas or to remove coating across a larger area. Reportedly does not damage adjacent devices, interconnects or PCBs. Is a bench-top powder abrasion system designed to remove conformal coatings, including UV40. Is equipped with adjustable powder flow control and air pressure regulation. Uses an abrasive media known as carbo-blast. Uses a point ioniser to reduce ESD from reaching levels that could potentially damage components. 

HumiSeal, www.humiseal.com

7700-FV pick-and-place machine places 0402 components, CSPs, BGAs, and fine pitch QFPs. Is said to place 0201s with optional nozzle and feeder. Comes in three versions, with cut strip feeders or filled reels of 8 and 12 mm tapes, along with standard holders for JEDEC trays and stick feeders.

Manncorp, www.manncorp.com/pick-and-place/7700fv/