ASM PCB Printer
ASM Assembly Systems (ASM) exhibited several of its new systems at this year’s IPC APEX in San Diego, Calif. One such system is the DEK NeoHorizon printer, created to communicate board transfer information via the Hermes Standard, and machine-to-line software communication via the CFX standard. The lines consist of eight different machine suppliers all passing PCBs down the line using the Hermes protocol between the machines for the first time.
For more information, visit ASM’s website.
Hitachi Wafer Surface Inspection
Hitachi has announced its Wafer Surface Inspection System LS9300A-EG (Edge Grip Type), designed for inspection of wafer surfaces prior to circuit patterning application. The LS9300A-EGis capable of inspecting both the front and backsides of wafers. As a result, the system provides users with a wider range of applications, and will contribute to improved semiconductor mass production quality.
For more information, visit Hitachi’s website.
Manncorp Pick and Place Device
Manncorp has unveiled its MC-388 4-head Pick and Place machine. The device offers space to hold over 150 feeders, providing flexible assembly options and a 10,000 part-per-hour pl acement capability. The MC-388is available in several configurations, such as a version that is loaded with feeders in 192 feeder slots and an inline conveyor. Manncorp also recently demonstrated the MC-388 at IPC APEX 2019.
For more information, visit Manncorp’s website.
Nordson Complete Dispensing System
Nordson has launched its Pro-Meter S PLC, which is suited for a wide range of materials and applications, and features a lower cycle time and increased productivity. The addition of a remote meter box enables faster dress-out and installation.Design improvements also allow for faster repair.
In addition, positive rod technology works to dispense various types of materials in applications such as swirl, patch, dot, daub and bead—extrude or bead—stream.
For more information, visit Nordson’s website.
SCREEN Thermal Plate Recorders
SCREEN has released its PlateRite Ultima 24000N series of thermal plate recorders designed for plates including up to 24 A4 pages. The series features the latest GLVTM imaging heads and delivers high throughput of up to 35 plates per hour.
The PlateRite Ultima 24000N series incorporates GLVTM imaging heads with an upgraded optical system. These heads support the output of SCREEN’s Spekta 2 hybrid screening,creating high resolution expression of printing themes. The series Z model is equipped with 1,024 channel heads that boost output to 35 plates per hour, up from the 27 plates that are possible with the current system.
For more information, visit SCREEN’s website.
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