Ausgabe 11 | 2022
Ausgabe 11 | 2022 epp-online.de Issue 11 | 2022 www.epp-europe.eu The leading information source for electronics manufacturing in Germany and Europe www.epp-europe.eu www.epp-online.de Elektronik Produktion Prüftechnik Messen & Veranstaltungen 30. FED-Jubiläumskonferenz in Potsdam » Seite 12 Baugruppenfertigung Weltneuheit aus dem Bereich des maschinellen Lötens » Seite 38 Test & Qualitätssicherung Optische Qualitätsprüfung in Bestückautomaten » Seite 62 Interview “Die Vorfreude auf die electronica in der Branche ist riesig.“ Dr. Reinhard Pfeiffer, Messe München » Seite 6 TITELSTORY Digital vernetztes Handlöten » Seite 26 SMT at its best Electronics Production & Test Industry News IPC: Likelihood of 2023 recession in Europe is increasing » Page 13 Tradeshow + Events Sustainability to take centre stage at Electronica 2022 » Page 14 W PCB + Assembly Remove insoluble particulate efficiently and sustainably with vapor degreasing » Page 22 Interview “We do not offer a machine, but a ready-made application” Daniel Schultze, Tresky » Page 6 COVER FEATURE Overcoming the challenges of conformal coating inspection » Page 16 SMT at its best Thickness measurement for transparent materials LIVE-EVENTS WEBSESSION Power Electronics 19.10.2023 Your Multi-Channel Expert Andreas Hugel andreas.hugel@konradin.de phone +49 711 7594 -472 With 48 years at the heart of the industry, EPP Elektronik Produktion Prüftechnik together with sister brand EPP EUROPE is today the market-leading information platform within the field of electronics production in Germany and throughout Europe. Our success in the market, long-time satisfied customers and alike confirm our competence and unparalleled experience. Take full advantage of these benefits and book your campaign with us now! We will be happy to advise you!
» EDITORIAL Dear readers, Smart software for smart people The digital transformation does not end with machines. Digital solutions can also optimise how an operator uses their time. Read our cover story on page 22 to find out how administrative processes including staff assignments, material flow, reporting and maintenance and repairs, can be planned and controlled using smart software. THE ONE. FOR EVERYONE. The VERSAFLOW ONE – Your Entry into Selective Soldering Excellence. Staying cool with IMS In the age of power electronics and EVs, managing heat in PCB assemblies is crucial; and yet thermal management solutions are often complicated or bulky. The article on page 28 details a simple, space-saving way of cooling through the substrate. Say goodbye to static As PCBs get more sophisticated, their sensitivity to ESD (electro-static discharge) spikes increases. Luckily, there are some pretty easy ways of eliminating this unwanted presence, and the damage it causes, as the article on page 46 reveals. Say hello to the future This year’s IPC Apex event in San Diego emphasised the central role advanced packaging will play in the future of electronics manufacturing (see page 18). Those interested in this and other fascinating insights about the technologies driving the sector forward will not want to miss the Fraunhofer IZM Future Packaging production line on display at SMTconnect in Nuremberg from 9-11 May (page 20). We’ll see you there! Don‘t forget to visit our website (epp-europe.eu) to stay up to date with the latest industry news and trends. Sophie Siegmund Online Editor EPP Europe redaktion.eppe@konradin.de VERSAFLOW ONE F-TYPE already from € 97.500 * Your Entry into the VERSAFLOW world • Highest quality and services • Short delivery time • Future-proof technology & sustainable investment • Fast start-up & intuitive operation • Quick & easy program setup • High throughput • 10 % energy savings • Award-winning user interface *excluding VAT/FCA Wertheim Follow us: Further Information online: LinkedIn: bit.ly/36aMJh1 Twitter: @EPPmagazine Ersa GmbH | Wertheim GLOBAL. AHEAD. EPP Europe SUSTAINABLE. » 04 | 2023 3
