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NI LabVIEW 8.6 launchedYesterday, National Instruments announced the launch of LabVIEW 8.6; the latest version of the graphical system design software platform for control, test and embedded system development. According to the company, LabVIEW 8.6 delivers new tools to...
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This weeks releases...
Zero halogen initiative (04 August 2008)
Cookson Electronics has launched a zero halogen initiative for Alpha branded products. The aim of this is to assist electronics assemblers in the selection of materials that either have zero halogen content, or only trace levels, based on published...
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PCI Express slot test (04 August 2008)
Goepel has recently released CION Module /PCIe-x(1/4) as additional interface cards within the CION Module product range. The new modules are plugged into a x1 or x4 PCI Express slot and controlled by means of a TAP (Test Access Port). Due to the...
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NPI for iPULSE (04 August 2008)
An OEM agreement has been signed between Valor and i-PULSE, which will result in NPI for i-PULSE machine users. i-PULSE (of the Yamaha Motor Group), and Valor have established the agreement to deliver CAD-to-machine NPI for i-PULSE assembly...
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Also this month...
Plug-in cards (21 July 2008)
Keithley Instruments has announced that two new plug-in cards will join its series 3700 system switch/multimeter and plug-in card range. The model 3724 dual 1X30 solid state FET relay multiplexer card and the model 3750 multifunction I/O card claim...
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Making a mark on traceability (21 July 2008)
Traceability was the subject of a recent Contax demonstration that publicly showed Rommel equipment for the first time in the UK. Rommel’s WL 2010 LC 2D barcode laser marking system for top and bottom side marking is a third generation product...
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Standing proud (21 July 2008)
Tecan has developed techniques to produce versatile cost-efficient embossing tools from which manufacturers can produce high-resolution prototype and mass-production parts in a range of materials. Typical applications for embossing tools include...
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Filling a gap in the market (21 July 2008)
A thermal interface pad for high-end gap filling in the computer and telecoms markets has been launched by Chomerics Division Europe. THERM-A-GAP 976 is electrically non-conductive and has a thermal conductivity of 6W/mk. The unsupported boron...
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Bondtester toolset (14 July 2008)
At the Semicon West show, currently running in San Francisco, Dage is demonstrating its 4000HS Bondtester toolset. Used for detecting brittle fracture failures in lead-free materials, this toolset includes the high-speed trigger capture software and...
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Boundary-scan integration (14 July 2008)
A provider of IEEE 1149.x standard for testing and in-system programming of PCBs, JTAG Technologies, has announced an improvement in integrating boundary-scan within the Agilent 3070 ICT (In-Circuit Test) systems. The JT 37x7 / APC controller is a...
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Thermal probe conveyor (14 July 2008)
A manufacturer of PCB handling equipment and robotic assembly systems has announced that it has developed a custom edge carry conveyor for the controlled temperature release of PCBs after cooling. The ECC-700 TP from Promation is an edge carry,...
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Horizontally cooled housings (07 July 2008)
With integrated power supply and climate control features, the 19-inch rack mounted horizontally cooled housings for CompactPCI or VME systems from Rittal, called Slim-Box Vario, are designed for small electronic enclosures. These housings are 300mm...
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Imaging system sees more (07 July 2008)
Sonoscan has introduced the HiRes Generation THRU-Scan, which claims to enhance through-transmission imaging with the company’s C-SAM line of acoustic microscopes. Reflection-mode acoustic imaging is limited to a defined depth within a sample, but...
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Flying probe test system breaks barrier (07 July 2008)
A flying probe test system is now within reach of specialist test houses and manufacturers of low-volume, high-value PCBs. Designed for low-volume production runs and the testing of prototypes, or field failures where full ATE is not a viable...
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Inspection system speeds up production (07 July 2008)
Dage Precision Industries has revealed that it will display its new Quick View CT inspection system later this month at the Semicon West show in California. The new system allows users to obtain initial computerised tomography reconstructions within...
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UV and LED UV curing anisotropic adhesive (30 June 2008)
An anisotropic conductive adhesive has been launched that is claimed to revolutionise the LCD production market. Elecolit 3063 from Eurobond Adhesives, in partnership with Panacol Gmbh, is a conductive anisotropic adhesive that can be cured by UV...
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Preheater lowers temperatures (30 June 2008)
A programmable preheater has been launched by OK International that claims to lower soldering and rework temperatures to improve efficiency. The PCT-1000 enables users to deliver more heat to difficult boards while maintaining high levels of thermal...
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PXI precision resistor modules (30 June 2008)
Pickering has introduced two PXI precision resistor modules that have software interfaces based on simple resistance calls for each channel, allowing users to request the resistance value required. The 40-261 is a two-channel resistor module range...
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Label applicator launched (30 June 2008)
At NEW earlier this month, Brady unveiled its APACS system that claims to accurately and consistently print and apply labels to improve product traceability. Exhibited by Brady’s partner Nutek, the APACS system boasts a patented dispenser system for...
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DPX technology in a handheld device (23 June 2008)
DPX waveform image processor technology that provides a live RF view of the spectrum is now available in a handheld real-time spectrum analyser. The SA2600 and H600 RF Hawk models with DPX from Tektronix are, according to the company, suitable for...
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Lots on show at NEW (23 June 2008)
A supplier to the microelectronics production, PCB assembly and test, RF and EMC test markets launched a number of new products at National Electronics Week. Accelonix demonstrated the latest products from its three newest suppliers; Modus’ AOI...
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Benefits of software tool add up (23 June 2008)
Visitors to Black Stick’s stand at National Electronics Week received a free software tool from the PCB design bureau. Called C4Calculator (current carrying capacity calculator), the tool calculates current capacity for a given PCB track width...
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AOI and AXI in one (23 June 2008)
Viscom has launched the X7056 inspection system that simultaneously carries out AOI and AXI. As a result, hidden defects can be detected, with a large inspection depth and maximum throughput. The system is equipped with the Viscom microfocus X-ray...
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Review Strategies for Reducing Cost of Test from 2008 Automated Test Summit (16 June 2008)
Leading test and measurement companies worldwide recently took part in this virtual industry event, hosted by National Instruments, to share their tips and best practices for reducing cost of test. Review sessions from this online event, focused on...
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Quick drying components (16 June 2008)
A new MSD handling process has been launched that promises to dry components faster than conventional methods and without oxidation problems associated with traditional baking. Designed to exceed the challenges associated with IPC J-STS-033 for...
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Satisfying a demand (16 June 2008)
A supplier of thermal management materials, adhesives, and coatings has announced a selection of new products in response to customer demands. LORD has developed a thermally conductive flip chip underfill, high thermal conductivity thermal greases,...
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Handy handbook (16 June 2008)
A provider of conformal coatings for the protection of PCBs and electronic assemblies has announced that it has published its new edition of the Conformal Coating Facts and Data Handbook. HumiSeal has designed the book to be a source of information...
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Picking and placing at speed (16 June 2008)
This pick and place machine has a claimed top speed of 36,000 components per hour. Assembléon has launched the MC-12, which packs up to 120 feeders into a 1.25m x 1.44m machine. The new machine offers large board size support of 510mm x 460mm,...
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Acting On Innovation (09 June 2008)
Marantz launched its PowerSpector AOI system at SMT last week. The new system has Apple Mac controllers at their heart and improves upon the performance seen in Marantz’s DL series of AOI systems by adding fully re-engineered optics; which includes...
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Dispensing at the Photonics Festival (09 June 2008)
Asymtek, a Nordson company, will be demonstrating its dispensing systems at the Photonics Festival in Taiwan later this month. Asymtek’s scalable Spectrum S-920 series dispensing system for high-volume microelectronics manufacturing and the FPD...
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Simultaneously reworking (09 June 2008)
OK International has released the MFR-2200 series soldering and rework system for production hand soldering, touch-up, and SMD rework. Incorporating the response and control of SmartHeat technology, this new model has the ability to operate two...
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Family of five (02 June 2008)
Agilent Technologies has introduced a family of USB-based instruments designed for flexible configurations, quick set-up, and affordability in electronic functional test and troubleshooting applications. Each device of the compact Agilent U2700A...
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Reworking like an expert (02 June 2008)
At National Electronics Week, Link Hamson will introduce the Martin Expert 09.6 rework system with new easy-solder software that promises to cut cycle times by 30%. Martin Rapid IR Technology is primarily based on two building blocks. These are a...
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Microscopic developments are huge! (02 June 2008)
Olympus has introduced a silicon inspection microscope designed for the non-destructive, high-resolution observation of the interior of silicon wafers, IC chips, MEMS and other devices. Packaging technology of semiconductor devices is rapidly...
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AOI system developed (26 May 2008)
Mirtec will showcase the MV-7L in-line AOI system in TestWorks’ stand at the upcoming National Electronics Week. Fully configured, the MV-7L provides one top-down camera with a native resolution of four-megapixels (2048 x 2048) and four side view...
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RTD simulator extends PXI range (26 May 2008)
Pickering Interfaces is expanding its range of PXI products with the introduction of Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD) simulator. The 40-262 is an 18-channel variable resistor module designed to simulate the operation of PT100 and PT1000 RTD’s...
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Seeing beyond the Horizon (26 May 2008)
Mass imaging company DEK will be demonstrating its technology at NEW’s Production Live! environment. In addition to showcasing print platforms, productivity tools, precision screens, stencils and consumables, DEK will also be demonstrating the...
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Quick as a FlashRunner (26 May 2008)
SMH Technologies, the licensee of the SofTec Microsystems trademark, will be demonstrating at National Electronics Week next month. Its primary attraction will be FlashRunner, a high-performance, stand-alone in-system programmer for Flash-based...
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Free guide is a SMART idea (25 May 2008)
The SMART Group has launched its Lead-Free Defect Guide2, and free copies will be available at National Electronics Week. This guide has been compiled from knowledge and feedback gleaned from seminars, the European Leadout project, and SMART’s email...
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New solder technology at NEW (25 May 2008)
Almit is showcasing its range of solder technologies at the National Electronics Week exhibition at Earl’s Court. SR-37 LFM-22S lead-free cored solder wire and LFM 48 N dipping paste will be on Almit’s stand, demonstrating the company’s commitment...
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New company at NEW (25 May 2008)
Productivity Partner will be at National Electronics Week with samples of its newest bench top products. The young company, formed by ex-employees of Astro Technologies, will be demonstrating assembly products including dispensing consumables such...
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Taping machines on show (25 May 2008)
V-TEK will be showcasing its latest component handling equipment on Adaptsys’ stand at National Electronics Week The American company’s TM-4450 automatic taping machine is suited to environments with a high mix of components. Tube fed SOICs, SOJs,...
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PXI and LXI at NEW (25 May 2008)
Pickering Interfaces will be showcasing several new additions to its line of PXI and LXI products at the National Electronics Week in London. There will be two PXI switching modules on show that have been designed specifically to address...
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Automated test system advice (25 May 2008)
With NI LabVIEW at NEW, National Instruments will be demonstrating how it can assist engineers with the design, prototype and deployment of automated test systems. Additionally, PXI, and modular instruments from DC to RF, and instrument control...
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Boundary-scan tools on show (25 May 2008)
New products will be launched at National Electronics Week by boundary-scan tools company, JTAG Technologies, as well as an enhanced version of its test development tool, ProVision. New hardware to simplify JTAG boundary-scan integration into a...
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Tapping into success (25 May 2008)
Goepel’s ‘true parallel’ transceiver for testing complex boards using JTAG/Boundary scan platform Scanflex, named SFX-TAP7, will be on show at National Electronics Week. The latest member of the Scanflex TAP transceiver family (SFX-transceiver) has...
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Product miniaturisation gets a big help (25 May 2008)
As medical devices, electronics, mobile phones and many other products continue to put more features into smaller packages, manufacturers need new ways to apply adhesives, coatings and other assembly fluids in smaller, more precise amounts than...
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Touch screen hits the spot (25 May 2008)
Designer and manufacturer of precision impedance analysers, PDS Instruments, has launched a touch screen 120MHz model that will be on show at NEW. The Wayne Kerr 6500B series offers a 0.05% basic accuracy rate, a TFT touch screen, an intuitive...
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PXI developments on show (25 May 2008)
XJTAG will be targeting LabVIEW users with its PXI boundary scan module at National Electronics Week. The 3U PXI XJTAG module provides a high speed interface to the boundary scan chain and will enable PXI chassis users to leverage XJTAG’s...
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Five Test & Measurement Industry Trends for 2008 (23 May 2008)
National Instruments, a worldwide leader in automated test solutions, has identified five trends it anticipates will significantly influence the T&M industry over the next three years, including multicore-enabled test systems and software-defined...
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Clocked at 1100 dph (devices per hour) (19 May 2008)
A new automated handler for Flashstream technology has been announced by BPM Microsystems. The company’s distributor, PB-Technik, will display the 3000FS on its distributor’s stand at the SMT/Hybrid/Packaging 2008 exhibition and conference. ...
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Pyramax builds on success (19 May 2008)
Supplier of thermal processing equipment for the electronics manufacturing markets, BTU International, is to exhibit the Pyramax 75A at SMT Nuremberg. The new model features 75inches of heated length and six zones, 350ºC maximum temperature,...
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AOI at SMT (19 May 2008)
CyberOptics will showcase its Flex HR automated optical inspection system (AOI), at the upcoming SMT/Hybrid/Packaging 2008 exhibition and conference. As the winner of the 2007 Global Technology Award, Flex HR is an enhanced resolution AOI system...
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Expecting more? (19 May 2008)
DEK will be attending SMT Nuremberg and highlighting its ‘Expect More’ philosophy in action. At the heart of the company’s stand, DEK will be demonstrating the Europa platform. Driven by an Instinctiv V9 machine user interface, Europa is designed...
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Component placement with flexibility (19 May 2008)
Essemtec’s enhanced placement machines will be on show at the SMT exhibition in Nuremberg. The new FLX2011, FLX2021 and FLX2031 machines are, according to the manufacturer, faster and more precise than previous models. The FLX series has a large...
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A Vision of things to come (19 May 2008)
An enhanced automatic profiling system is to be launched by KIC at SMT Nuremberg. KIC has developed the Vision; a tool for measuring a product’s thermal profile as often as once an hour. It eliminates the costly and error prone task associated with...
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Cleaning up (19 May 2008)
A new PCB and stencil cleaner will be launched by Kyzen at SMT Nuremberg. The company will premier Aquanox A4241 PCB and stencil cleaner at the show; an aqueous cleaning solution designed for the toughest soils whilst protecting sensitive parts...
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Automated tooling system (19 May 2008)
Ovation Products will demonstrate its Grid-Lok tooling system at SMT in Nuremberg. The high density Grid-Lok automated tooling system has been designed to support the entire PCB assembly, and drive enhanced productivity without a need for manual...
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Dummy PoP causes a fizz (19 May 2008)
Practical Components will be demonstrating triple stack package on package and 15mm dummy PoP packages at SMT Nuremberg next month. As the exclusive supplier for Amkor Technology, Practical Components will be showcasing the dummy components...
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Flying high (19 May 2008)
Seica has announced the latest addition to its line of flying probe test systems that differs from traditional designs. The Pilot V8’s vertical architecture enables high speed, high precision probing on both sides of the UUT simultaneously, offering...
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Siemens set to show placement performance (19 May 2008)
At SMT in Nuremberg, Siemens’s Electronics Assembly Systems Division will present its portfolio, designed for European electronics manufacturers. On show will be the Siplace X4i, claimed to be the world’s fastest four-gantry placement solution, and...
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