Circuits Assembly Online Magazine - Features

Mantis Elite-Cam is a stereo microscope with a permanently engaged camera. Can capture images for reporting, cataloging and communicating with colleagues and customers. Permits simultaneous optical and digital viewing. Is comprised of a Mantis Elite head and a factory-integrated digital camera. Requires little configuration. Image capture options include BMP, JPEG and PNG.

Vision Engineering, www.visioneng.com

PatternJet Plus hot melt dispensing applicators enable applying a wide variety of adhesive spray patterns. Flexible design and replacement components permit custom configuration. Designed for roll-fed labeling applications; can be integrated into a wide range of high-speed packaging and general product assembly operations. Integrated process-air heating and cycling, using a dedicated valve, provides cleanliness between patterns. Integrated applicator body and module with retract-on-close actuators prevents adhesive stringing. Compatible with Universal nozzles.

Nordson Corp., www.nordson.com

CheckMate Work In Process Lite management solution tracks who is assigned a job, where it is in the plant, and how long it's been in that location. Work order can be tracked to department, task, employee; multiple jobs many be assigned to the badge; timeframes may be set for each task and reported when overdue. Multiple work orders may be checked out to one badge. When a work order is moved, the transaction is recorded. Keeps an audit trail of all activities associated with the work order. Work orders may be put on hold.

Dynamic Systems Inc., www.abarcode.com

Condenser and Demister are designed to recover exhaust vapors originating from automated cleaning processes without negatively affecting the operation of the associated equipment. Reduce VOC emissions. Condenser enables a maximum recovery of cleaning agent up to 85%. Can be applied in cleaning processes using Vigon and Atron products. Demister decreases evaporative losses, recovering up to 14% of the cleaning agent. Internal airflow design does not promote clogging. Does not require additional blower capacity.

Zestron, www.zestron.com

MegaXP high-speed surface mount component counter is portable and housed inside an aluminum carrying case. Is unlocked and its chrome latches snapped open. Setup involves entering the component type and presetting the quantity. After positioning the spindle posts to vertical, reels are inserted as the taped components are threaded through the sprocket holes. Has rechargeable battery-powered sensor. Up to 10,000 cph. Includes a built-in accessories compartment containing hand crank, battery charger and shoulder strap, plus a RS-232 link to an optional adhesive label printer.

Manncorp, www.manncorp.com

MH-900 Series material handler is multifunctional and configurable for inline or same-side load and unload operations. Supports single- and dual-lane conveyors, and provides loading and unloading of a variety of parts from very thin strips to large heavy boats and carriers. Includes programmable transport speed and carrier staging to maximize units per hour while multiple carrier sensors, active pinch wheels, and thin strip guides ensure safe handling. Elevator and shuttle operate independently with programmable speed to provide precise, high-speed movement. Comes with novel LoaderMove Touch Software and Control System. Offers scalability in loading options. Are fully enclosed with interlocked doors and windows for operator safety and part security. Can be fully integrated with the Spectrum S-900N series dispenser or operate independently with other SMEMA equipment.

Asymtek, www.asymtek.com