Siplace MultiStar now powers Siplace X-Series. Reportedly delivers a combination of chip shooting speed and extensive component range capability required for flexible end-of-line placement. Siplace MultiStar is a high-speed collect-and-place placement head capable of placing up to 24,000 cph with a component range from 01005 to 27mm². Also can place components up to 40 x 50 mm. Can automatically choose the appropriate placement mode for components; bottlenecks are said to be eliminated. Can run as a chip shooter and redeploy as an end-of-line machine without reconfiguring any heads. 

Siemens Electronics Assembly Systems, www.siplace.com

Value-level handheld readers are for standard barcode applications ranging from linear barcodes up to 2-D direct part marks. HS-1 and HS-2D provide a plug and play experience. Barcode output can plug directly into Microsoft Office programs. HS-1 is a handheld linear CCD reader for decode of linear barcodes in applications such as printed black and white labels. HS-2D is said to be ideal for any high-contrast automated data application from clean rooms to industrial environments. Is for decoding linear barcodes and 2-D symbols in applications such as high-contrast black and white labels. Reads symbols in any orientation and includes a built-in dual LED targeting system. Both are designed to withstand rugged industrial environments.

Microscan, www.microscan.com

To meet industrial certification, cartridges and components must meet or exceed GSA and industry standards. Are made to be RoHS and REACH compliant; currently none contain Substances of Very High Concern. Cartridges are silicone-free and are manufactured and assembled in silicone-free environments. Meet or exceed repeatability requirement for industrial dispensing use. Are manufactured to maintain a zero draft on the inside diameter. Feature high burst strength, designed for operating pressures up to 100 psi when properly used in a retainer. Are designed to withstand high-impact forces. Feature a low temperature rating, designed to withstand quick freeze at -100Fº (-73ºC) and storage temperatures of -40Fº (-40ºC). Are available in 2½, 6, 8, 12, and 20 ounce, as well as 1/10 gal. capacities. 

Techcon Systems, www.techconsystems.com

Visionscape GigE is a machine vision solution for Gigabit Ethernet networks, featuring Visionscape machine vision software, multiple GigE cameras, and machine vision lighting range of Nerlite lighting solutions. A single camera system to an eight-camera application. Has automated technical inspection, gauging and measurement capabilities. Leverages standard network components such as cabling switches and interface cards. Supports machine vision GigE cameras that reportedly permit rapid deployment of any scale of machine vision solution.

Microscan’s, www.microscan.com