PCB + ASSEMBLY PRODUCT UPDATES Increasing production with storage towers Whizz Systems, Inc. has improved operational technology and increased production by implementing an automated warehouse system supplied by Juki Automation Systems. Consisting of eight ISM 2000 Fortresses and an ISM 500 Intelligent Storage System, it replaces the company’s ware- Human-error is no longer an issue as it ensures correct parts are always available. Source: Whizz Systems, Inc. house consisting of shelving and racks while reducing the amount of space required. “We are always investing in enhancing our capabilities and value that we offer to our customers,” stated Muhammad Irfan, President. “This includes equipment and training. Whizz was the first adopter of Juki the Fortress and intelligent storage systems. It is a significant investment for companies of our size, but demonstrates our commitment to excellence and we have seen great improvements.” The Fortress is designed for optimal management of all reels, regardless of the reel diameter or thickness. Now, their automated warehouse will store all of the necessary material to run complex, high-mix, low volume, high-changeover, NPI type assemblies that the company manufactures regularly. Whizz Systems has improved efficiency by reducing the time and labor spent trying to locate parts, as well as realizing quality improvements by always picking the correct parts. With the Fortress, there is no longer the risk of any human-error selecting the incorrect part ensuring that the correct reel is available during production runs. Designed for the optimal management of all reels for production requirements, it offers the flexibility to support a combination of 7 “ reels from 8 mm to 16 mm in height, 13 “/15 “ reels up to 88 mm in height as well as JEDEC trays. With the possibility of configuring up to 640 different positions, in the ISM500 intelligent static warehouse, it is possible to insert 7/13/15 “ reels, JEDEC trays, SMT and PTH tubes, screen-printing frames and foils, printed circuits, PTH components and more. SMTconnect, Booth 4-221 ww.juki-smt.com; www.whizzsystems.com Source: Whizz Systems, Inc. The automated warehouse system has improved efficiency by reducing the time and labor spent trying to locate parts. Flexible XL rework and selective systems Kurtz Ersa Inc., a supplier of electronics production equipment, introduced the HR 600 XL and the Versaflow 4XL with Versaflex. With the HR 600 XL, it is possible to professionally rework BTC components on big board assemblies. Boasting a heated area of 24 x 24 inch and a PCB thickness of up to 10 mm opens up rework capabilities in the segments of telecommunication, network and infrastructure. The HR 600 XL features a bottom-side IR Matrix heater with a total power of 15 kW that consists of 25 individually controllable heating elements. For each application the ideal heat distribution can be set. The highly efficient 800 W hybrid heating head executes the component desoldering or installation from chip resistors to 60 x 60 mm (2.36 x 2.36 inch) BGAs or sockets. The Versaflow 4XL is designed for PCB sizes of up to 610 x 1,200 mm. This selective soldering system provides a flexibility and application variety – at the highest soldering quality. Printed circuit board (PCB) formats of up to these sizes can be soldered efficiently and safely with the Versaflow 4XL, making it a perfect system for large, highly integrated assemblies or LED applications. Featuring the Versaflux and Versaflex modules, the Versaflow 4XL is flexible and manages most diverse solder jobs. Part of the company portfolio includes, the Versaflow 455 selective soldering system, Smartflow 2020 selective soldering system, N2 Generator, Hotflow 3/20 reflow oven, Source: Kurtz Ersa Inc. Powerflow Air, Versaprint Ultra with the latest measuring technology via 3D camera, and HR550 & HR600/2 rework systems. Additionally, automation solutions (conveyors, lifts, etc.), as well as, hand tools. SMTconnect, Booth 4-111, 5-434B www.ersa.com The Versaflow 4XL is a selective soldering system that is great for large, highly integrated assemblies or LED applications. 62 EPP EUROPE April 2019
Cleaning machines, cleaning agents and analytical support At SMTconnect, Zestron will be exhibiting a selection of cleaning machines from leading international manufacturers that will showcase a variety of innovative and proven technologies to trade show visitors looking for a Zestron will be exhibiting cleaning machines at this year’s SMTconnect show. Source: Zestron new cleaning machine. The company’s process engineers and technologists of the equipment manufacturers are available to answer questions about the technology as well as the compatible cleaning chemistry. Highlights of the cleaning chemistry are the latest pH-neutral and alkaline media of the Vigon PE series with a focus on power electronics, as well as, the innovative stencil cleaner Hydron SC 300. In addition to the selection of machines and cleaning agents, the focus is on process monitoring. Trade show visitors can get information about innovative test methods and measuring concepts that help to ensure the reliability of electronic assemblies and to optimize production processes. SMTconnect, Booth 4–329 www.zestron.com European reveal of printer with automated changeovers Yamaha Motor Europe SMT section will showcase the latest innovations from its Total Line Solution for high-productivity surface-mount assembly, including the richly automated YSP10 screen printer, at 2019 SMTconnect show, Nuremberg, May 7–9. Headlining at their booth, the YSP10 minimizes the most time-consuming part of the screen-print process with new features for fully automated changeovers. Automatic push-up pin exchange, stencil replacement, and solder-paste gathering for direct transfer to the new stencil cut human intervention to an all-time low. Cycle time is also 20 % faster, setting the world’s best tact time, and the enlarged standard maximum board size of 510 mm x 510 mm handles large display-backlight panels, industrial boards, and more with ease. Alongside the advanced printer, the company will demonstrate precision solderpaste inspection with the YSi-SP. Proprietary high-speed algorithms accelerate the 2D and 3D inspection modes, and switchable superhigh resolution gives extra accuracy where needed. YSi-SP captures the data needed for deeper insights into the print process that reveal new ways of boosting productivity, and integrates smoothly with other equipment in their Total Line Solution to put the results of analysis into action. Next on the booth, the YSM20R high-speed modular mounter combines the company’s one-head solution that minimizes reconfiguration stoppages with component recogni- tion on the move and placement of the latest 0201 (0.25 mm x 0.125 mm) SMD chips to enhance capability and efficiency. Increased structural rigidity allows higher X-Y axis speeds, contributing to 5 % greater throughput compared to the YSM20. Auto-loading feeders and the auto tray sequencer for nonstop tray replacement make the most of the superior mounting speed of 95,000 cph. Bringing everything together, the YSi-V postplacement inspection system demonstrates the latest features including a full-HD LCD touch panel with enhanced navigation for programming and character-recognition algorithms to boost usability. The 12-Mpixel camera combines unbeatable performance with great value, consolidating 2D, 3D, and oblique-angled inspection for coplanarity and height as a single cost-effective unit. Also featuring the company’s exclusive image-capture technology, the YSi-V delivers more than double the inspection capability of ordinary inspection systems. With the Factory Tools 4.0 software suite, the most complete software solution for Industry 4.0, completing the digital connection of machines, materials, humans, and method, the company will demonstrate how its True Total Line Solution fulfills production demands from entry level, through high-mix medium/ high-volume up to ultra-mass production. SMTconnect, Booth 4–319 www.yamaha-motor-im.eu
