The Static Control Anti-Fatigue 9900 series mats are said to enable workers to stand comfortably for long periods, while minimizing fatigue and reducing static electricity. The mats, 0.60" (1.52 cm) thick with a beveled edge made of solid molded rubber, consist of a matrix of hollow cylinders that function like springs when compressed. Said to get softer as compressed. Weigh 2 lbs. per sq. ft. and come in three sizes: a standard 3 x 5ft. (0.9 x 1.5 m); an octagonal 22" diameter (55.9 cm), and in 3ft.-wide runners that can be customized. Reportedly have a resistance in surface to ground snap of <1 x 10 (to the 6th power) ohms and surface to ground resistance of <2 x 10 (to the 6th power) ohms when connected through a 3M-brand ground cord 3040. Includes three-year warranty. 
 
3M, www.3M.com
 
 

The JOT Automation line features a bare board unstacker, segmented conveyor, and high-speed router. The J210-50 bare board unstacker automatically feeds boards onto a production line. Has a pass-through length of 19.7" (500 mm). The track height is adjustable from 29.5–39.4" (750-1000 mm).  The J204-50 segmented conveyor transports and buffers PCBs between process machines using multiple-drive technology. Comes with line width adjustment and mechanical connection to other equipment. Reportedly ensures no contact occurs between boards during transfer. The J215-33 single magazine handler is said to be ideal for high-mix, low-volume production. Features a feed-out conveyor for unloading. Offers a no-program setup. Track height is adjustable between 35.4 – 37.4" (900 and 950 mm).  The J501-44 high-speed router is a compact inline router said to be suited for high-volume production of small panels. Makes use of grippers to hold the PCB in place for underside milling to ensure short-cycle duration. Cutting speed is reportedly up to 60 mm/s with a reported cutting accuracy of 0.15 mm. The J501-41 standalone mini-router for topside routing reportedly offers a cutting speed of up to 60 mm/s with accuracy of 0.2 mm within a compact footprint.

Elektrobit, www.elektrobit.com
 

The Fonton BGA 936A has been specifically designed for R&D and RMA departments in both computer and communication fields. Said to be an economical and efficient solution for soldering and desoldering procedures. Built-in industrial microprocessor. Users reportedly can set temperature profiles, perform auto-cooling and auto pick-up processes, prepare profile printouts, and adjust parameters directly on the machine without requiring an external PC. Available Jan. 1.
 
Quiptech, www.quiptech.com
  
 

The DXU-580AF feeder cabinet stores moisture-sensitive components and may be placed on each line. The ergonomic system holds up to 20 feeders, depending on reel size, and uses a sliding shelf to ease installation and removal. Height and angle are designed for operators to handle feeder storage easily. Includes one shelf for storage of trays and extra reels. Other features include ultra-low humidity storage of 1% RH without nitrogen; ESD-safety design, including one M resistor for prevention of static electricity; high-quality steel construction with lockable doors; standard digital RH meter; portability with caster wheels; chart recording and data logging with relay and alarm.
 
Seika Machinery, www.seikausa.com

The Sayaka PCB router is said to enable high-precision, low-stress depanelization and is reportedly easy to program. Has a small footprint and short tact time. Reportedly precisely cuts densely populated PCBs without stressing the PCB; cut paths can be as close as 0.5 mm to a component. Automatic 5-stage depth adjustment. CCD camera captures image of the PCB while programming cutting paths are achieved by point-and-click operation on screen. Camera is said to automatically compensate relative position of PCB and the router bit on every PCB. Cutting path accuracy said to be within +-0.01 mm.
 
Seika Machinery, www.seikausa.com

The Hioki 1220-00 benchtop model in-circuit tester uses third-party or existing bed-of-nails fixtures. ICT test functions are integrated into a single small cabinet; said to be ideal for constructing space-saving test systems while improving the speed of conventional ICT tests.
 
Seika Machinery, www.seikausa.com
 

The Fluid Dispenser Pen with nylon brush tip consists of a lightweight polypropylene cartridge and is said to have a capacity of 7cc. The tip reportedly allows users to reach minute areas accurately. Designed to provide the user with ultimate control over the amount of fluid being dispensed. Especially designed to minimize waste; prevents leakage.

QTEK, www.qtek.com  

Menda’s new green 6 oz. dissipation one-touch dispensing bottles and 8 oz. dissipative wash bottles promote ESD and lead-free awareness. Made of dissipative LDPE E9 Durastatic by Vermason. RTG is 10e9. No migratory additives. Contamination from the bottles is said to be greatly reduced. Provide controlled delivery of solvents, cleaners, water and oils. The wash bottle has an angled non-drip spout to deliver a single drop or a fine stream.
 
Menda, www.mendapump.com

 

FireWire high flex round and flat cable assemblies are said to provide motion control and vision systems with reliable flex life performance. Reportedly maintain stable attenuation over the flex life. Designed to meet the demands associated with motion control and vision systems. Will flex with no bit errors or loss of data. 
 
Round cable assemblies have been tested to achieve 5 million cycles in rolling flex motions on bend radius of 50 mm. Flat cable assemblies have been tested to achieve 20 million cycles in rolling flex motions on bend radius of 20 mm. Come in two, three, 4.5 and 7.7 m, or custom sizes.
 
W. L. Gore & Associates, www.gore.com


 
 
 

Three new lens colors for protective eyewear are available: dark gray and SCT gray (for outdoor glare) and amber (for low light). Meet ANSI and OSHA requirements and are CSA-certified. Designed for comfort all day, the eyewear features anti-fog, scratch-resistant, anti-UV lens coatings. Wraparound polycarbonate lenses for clear peripheral vision and eye protection. Adjustable temple lengths and soft, flexible nose-piece.
 

Samsung’s RF30 series reflow soldering systems has been added to the SP450V screen printer, SM and CP Series component placement systems, and associated board handling systems, to provide a full turnkey line.
  
Features include a Windows-based operator interface, a multifunctional heating system. Double-covered insulated heating zone construction is said to feature multi-ejection nozzles and fans circulating air in five directions. Dual-active cooling zones with variable speed fans reportedly bring the board temperature below the liquid state at a controlled rate. Available in 8, 10 and 12 heated zones, plus two cooling-zone configurations.

Dynatech Technology, www.dynatechsmt.com

PCB Raptor features a pressure-foot brush assembly for depanelizing PCBs. Mills, drills, routes and engraves at feeds up to a reported 600" per minute. Designed the rapid in-house PCB routing. The 60,000-rpm spindle is said to mill precision geometries required by high frequency and microwave applications. Can machine most electronics materials, including G10, FR-4, EMI-proof aluminum, copper, stainless steel, gold, Delrin, Torlon, Delmat, Kapton, Lexan and many other plastics and metals. The use of low-pitch precision ball screws on the EX model reportedly results in a resolution of ± 0.00008", an absolute accuracy of ± 0.0005", and a relative accuracy of ± 0.0002".
 
Datron, www.datrondynamics.com