PanaCIM Maintenance controls the lifecycle of a manufacturing asset. Provides real-time asset communication to help manufacturers verify, modify, and predict an asset’s maintenance needs. Automatically schedules asset maintenance using predictive data and real-time inputs. Provides variable-based planning by time, usage, and urgency. Records data points such as resource availability and skill level, spare parts, schedules, and procedures. Includes certification and completion tracking. Online manuals, checklists, and certifications help ease deployment, while paperless documentation can automatically link with maintenance orders. Integrates with other platforms such as PanaCIM, machinery, and power tools. Offers framework to add ability to monitor, evaluate, track, and control a manufacturer’s costs. Features include labor tracking, myriad reporting, knowledge base, and automated audit functions.

Panasonic Factory Solutions Company of America, www.panasonicfa.com

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MultiCam inline AOI system is based on the multi-camera image acquisition module MultiEyeS. Provides placement inspection of THT components with a test speed of up to 300 cm²/s. Camera module consists of multiple cameras arranged in a matrix-like configuration with a combined resolution of 120mp. Images, captured in parallel, are merged together with an application-optimized stitching algorithm; no x/y axis movement of the camera head is necessary. Has a footprint of 660mm x 760mm and an inspection area of 490mm x 390mm. Can be operated with Pilot AOI system software.

Goepel electronic, www.goepel.com

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EA6000 spectrometer is for precision microanalysis and mapping analysis. Dual CCD camera system allows precise positioning of large sample while a laser-based collision protection system secures navigation over the sample. Flexible excitation conditions and SDD detector provide fast point analyses and element distribution mappings. Predefined sample points can be measured and evaluated in an automated way. For localized failure analysis on PCB. Elemental range: Na (Z = 11) … U (Z = 92) / detection limit ppm range. Chamber size is 580 x 450 x 150mm.

Hitachi Hi-Technologies, hitachi-hightech.com

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Graco UniXact is an automated precision dispenser that provides a single source for motion, fluid dispense, and process monitoring for thermal interface management applications. Is designed to handle TIM materials that are highly viscous and abrasive. Features 1 gal. Dynamite Pump and rod-positive displacement valves.

Graco Advanced Fluid Dispense, www.Graco.com/UniXact

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FH58 flexible printed circuit (FPC) connector supports USB 3.0, Embedded DisplayPort v. 1.3 and MIPI D-PHY v. 1.1 standards. Features a backflip-style actuator that uses a dual-sided FPC. Provides high retention forces and reliability required in consumer, medical, point-of-sale and other portable electronic applications. Has a 0.2mm pitch, mounted depth of 3.1mm, and height of 0.9mm. Weighs 0.046g. Incorporates metal lock mechanism, which allows for horizontal FPC insertion/withdrawal, and produces a clear tactile click. Tab lock holds FPC in place until actuator is locked. Dual-sided contact design employs a bottom contact spring. Delivers retention force of 15N for top contact and 14.5N for bottom contact. Is available in 31, 35, 41 and 51 positions.

Hirose, www.hirose.com/us

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SmartLine enables big data capture from reflow ovens for intelligent manufacturing requirements. New interface provides network link and software for streaming of live process data from ovens on the production floor. Provides tools required for big data capture from single test/evaluation lines to full smart factories. System architecture enables deployment on locally hosted servers. Can be standalone or part of a scalable network. Can be hosted in the cloud. Supports Solderstar-API functionality. Developed to work with Industry 4.0/Internet of
Manufacturing.

SolderStar, www.solderstar.com

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No. 957 is a 300ºF, electrically-heated vertical conveyor oven for curing potting compounds.

Alpha GHS SDS Search Tool allows web-based searches for GHS Safety Data Sheets (SDS) on all commercially available Alpha products. Searchable by an Alpha product name or finished goods item number (SKU). Can be filtered by region and/or language to further refine search results. Accessible through alphaassembly.com under “Site Tools.”

Alpha Assembly Solutions, alphaassembly.com

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Nano Stencil Clean is for cleaning solder paste from nanocoated stencils and misprinted printed circuit boards. Is environmentally safe with a low pH and nearly zero VOC content. Contains no CFCs, HCFCs, terpenes, alcohol or other hazardous ingredients. Performs in ultrasonic, spray or manual cleaning applications.  Is safe on metals and plastics and is REACH and RoHS compliant.

Nano Stencil, www.NanoStencil.com

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SV540 vapor phase soldering machine is for individual and series production. Features a max. board size of 540 x 360 x 80mm. Fits through doorways and has built-in profiling capabilities. Designed for small- to mid-volume production. Is reportedly ideal for soldering BGAs, LGAs and MID units. Includes fluid filter system and can be connected to exhaust or small filter system to remove solder odors. Additional features include front loader; two-chamber design; oxygen-free soldering; no overheating of components; no ΔT´s throughout assembly.

IBL Technologies, www.ibl-tech.com  

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JT 5705/FXT is a compact, single-board, multi-function JTAG tester that supports analog measurement and stimulus, frequency measurements, digital I/O, boundary scan testing and in-system device programming. Tester cards can be mounted on carriers featuring Pylon connectors.

JTAG Technologies, www.jtag.com   

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Zero Smog EL provides fume extraction for up to two workplaces. Provides clean, reconditioned air with a combo ultrafine H13 HEPA/10% active carbon foam filter that captures 0.3µm, plus low-volume gas. Includes M5 dust pre-filter that captures 40 to 50% of particles up to 100µm. Features maintenance-free, brushless turbine, energy-saving air recirculation, a simple filter replacement process and optional remote control. Has blower capacity of 220m³/h and extraction power of 2,500Pa. Is compatible with other fume Weller extraction systems.

Weller, www.weller-toolsus.com

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