PHD, Inc.    Fort Wayne, IN 46899
Apr 24, 2013 Intended for automation applications, Series GRV comes in 4 sizes with internal flow control and precision dowel pin holes. Latter ensures accurate alignment of tooling and gripper mounting. Construction lends to extended lifetime expectancy, while slim design allows space for stacking grippers in confined area. Supplied switch-ready for facilitated integration of optional magnetic position sensing switches, product features teachable 2-position switch and cleanroom fluoro-elastomer seals.

Spirol International Corp.    Danielson, CT 06239 1434
Apr 05, 2013 Constructed with cast iron frame and all heavy-duty components, Model PMH is suited for low to moderate volume levels of production that require high insertion force. Machine features fixed throat dimension of 4.7 in., stroke range of 3–7 in., and ability to install pins ranging from 1/32–3/8 in. in diameter. Through changing driving chuck and replacing fixture at base, machine accommodates specific application and pin size to be installed.

Fastems, LLC    West Chester, OH 45069
Feb 28, 2013 Designed to handle 1,000 and 1,250 mm pallets, FPC-7500 single-level flexible manufacturing system (FMS) features dual-rail guided pallet change vehicle with low-profile design. Accommodating loads up to 7,500 kg, heights up to 2,300 mm, and diameters up to 2,300 mm, this complete FMS is configured with load station and 4 pallet positions as standard but may be expanded to configurations of 6, 8, 10, or 12 pallet positions.

Manncorp    Willow Grove, PA 19090
Feb 12, 2013 Featuring 3 pick-and-place heads mounted on ball-screw-driven gantry, Model MC-LEDV3 is built to assemble LED tube lights, flexible LED strips, and LED bulb boards. Simultaneous pickup, vision based component alignment, and feeder placement optimization combine to achieve placement rates up to 10,000 LEDs/hour, per IPC-9850. Machine places both standard and domed LEDs from 1 x 0.5 mm to 8 x 8 mm, with positive air pressure and Teflon®-coated nozzles ensuring release of sticky components.

Hitachi High Technologies, Inc.    Schaumburg, IL 60173-2295
Feb 08, 2013 CoTRO Head, Sigma F8 achieves ultra high-speed One-by-One Pick-up/Placement using 4 direct drive heads per module. Component range starts at 0402s and delivers placement accuracy of 3σ: ±36 µm, with placement optimized by closed loop rotary inspection and on-the-fly component recognition. Via HITACHI LISA line server software tools, all process and component placement data can be stored for access to all users as well as PCB and component traceability and configured with QUATRO Head.

Universal Instruments Corp.    Binghamton, NY 13902 0825
Dec 20, 2012 Automated Insertion (AI) products include Radial 88HT and VCD 88HT. While accommodating range of components on one machine with quad-span insertion tooling (2.5, 5.0, 7.5, and 10 mm), Radial 88HT radial inserter also addresses high-density applications with single-span insertion tooling. Programmable clinch height facilitates lead length optimization, sensitive component placement, and backside density conflict resolution, and Tall Part Kit enables placement of components as tall as 27 mm.

Count On Tools    Gainesville, GA 30501
Dec 04, 2012 Featuring precision machined aluminum base with magnetic supports and soft, ESD-safe foam fingers, ezLOAD PCB Support System for EKRA Screen Printers eliminates component damage during assembly process. ezLOAD PAD features active grip technology to securely hold boards during screen printing. Compatible with any SMT equipment, system is customizable depending on machine requirements, specialized components, or specific application requirements.

Rockwell Automation    Milwaukee, WI 53204
Nov 19, 2012 With PlantPAx, manufacturers can integrate process control, power, information, and safety into one infrastructure. Scalable DCS supports up to 50 operator workstations and offers expanded server capacity, making real-time information available throughout organization through EtherNet/IP network architecture. Additional features include sequencer tool, optimized state model for alarm systems, faceplates for common control objects, and trending tools for navigation.

ATTEXOR Clinch Systems SA    Lenoir City, TN 37771
Nov 13, 2012 Offering alternative to self-tapping screws, riveting, and spot welding for tasks in ventilation industry, SPOT CLINCH® 0404 IP V3 allows rectangular clinch to be implemented in parallel with edge of ventilation duct. Die is completely protected, and fixed jaw design facilitates positioning. Able to clinch low junction in or out of ventilation duct by being reversed, product is also available with special tooling for 3-layer and leak-proof joints.

ATTEXOR Clinch Systems SA    Lenoir City, TN 37771
Nov 12, 2012 Allowing total mobility, 100% pneumatic SPOT CLINCH® 0201 IP V2 can achieve more than 2 clinch joints per second in continuous production. This hand tool, suitable for certain applications with angle or plane surfaces, may be used for light gauge sheet metal products, such as HVAC, Appliances, Automobiles, Electric products, furniture, and others. Design is balanced for handheld operations.

Manncorp    Willow Grove, PA 19090
Oct 10, 2012 Suitable for soldering through-hole components and connectors to SMT and mixed technology PCBs, ULTIMA TR2 incorporates X-, Y-, Z-axis drive that moves PCB, rather than solder pot. Solder pot and pump assembly features integral nitrogen hood with built-in micro-preheater for inerting solder site and stabilizing wave temperature. Via bottom-side witness camera, operator can view live video of soldering process on laptop/PC. Universal PCB holders handle boards up to 13 x 10 in. or 18 x 15 in.

Bell Howell Mailing Systems Div.    Durham, NC 27713
Sep 28, 2012 Supporting multiple applications and changing over from flats to letters in minutes, Ascender™ 16  is suitable for short, mid-length, and long runs. System features Navigator™ controller and Harmonix™ productivity management software. These solutions deliver optimized production and mailpiece integrity, detailed production reporting, capability to control third-party peripherals, and connectivity to ADF environment such as Bell and Howell’s IQ™ Software Suite.

Count On Tools, Inc.    Gainesville, GA 30501
Aug 14, 2012 Available for MPM SPM Screen Printers, ezLOAD PCB Support System is comprised of precision machined base plate and soft, ESD-safe foam fingers, eliminating component damage during assembly process. ezLOAD PAD features active grip technology to securely hold boards during screen printing process. With basic universal design, there are no mechanical functions to fail. System requires no air, electronics, or communication from user.

Adept Technology, Inc.    Livermore, CA 94551
Aug 14, 2012 Offering standardized, fully integrated solution that adapts to each customer's production line, ClamPAC(TM) minimizes food processor's integration complexity and deployment time. SoftPIC grippers, made of soft silicone that conforms to shape of clamshell, provide direct vacuum path to product, helping system achieve gentle handling at high speeds. Before delivery, customer-specific modifications are made based on size and design of clamshells, case sizes, and speed of line.

Count On Tools    Gainesville, GA 30501
Jun 28, 2012 Featuring extruded aluminum base and soft, ESD-safe foam fingers, ezLOAD XL PCB Support System can be customized for any length and width combination. Horizontal posts can be unlocked and replaced with longer or shorter ones to accommodate other board sizes. With active grip technology, ezLOAD PAD securely holds boards during assembly process. Compatible with any SMT equipment, system has no mechanical functions to fail and requires no air, electronics, or communication from user.

Fastems, LLC    West Chester, OH 45069
May 29, 2012 Employing low-profile, dual-rail guided pallet change vehicle, single-level FPC 3000 provides end-users and machine tool builders with complete flexible manufacturing system. Flexible Pallet Container (FPC) contains all equipment required for automated pallet storage and handling system and each is designed for a specific type of machine tool. FPC 3000 handles loads to 3,000 kg, heights to 1,800 mm, and diameters to 1,600 mm.

ABB Inc.    Wickliffe, OH 44092
May 04, 2012 Available as part of Symphony(TM) Plus plant automation platform, Symphony Plus Control HPC800 process controller accommodates applications that require modular DIN rail packaging. Ethernet-based plant network makes it suited for geographically distributed control applications in conventional or renewable power plants and water networks. Interface modules are available that expand connectivity of controller to intelligent electronic devices using PROFIBUS DP and HART communication protocols.

Count On Tools    Gainesville, GA 30501
May 01, 2012 Benefitial to EMS companies and contract manufacturers, ezLOAD 40 Series features 40 x 40 mm extruded aluminum base and soft foam pad. Compact design, which helps target more specific areas on builds with increased precision, also provides capability to flexibly handle multiple board widths. Protecting components while allowing boards to move freely through assembly line, ESD-safe ezLOAD PAD features active grip technology. Customizable product is compatible with any SMT equipment.

DEK    Rolling Meadows, IL 60006
Feb 22, 2012 Enabling real-time continuous alignment adjustments and cleaning frequency adaptation, ProDEK optimizes throughput and yield while limiting operator intervention. From paste offset data feeds delivered to printer by SPI system, ProDEK monitors configurable quantity of PCBs, sending corrected forward/reverse offset to printer, which then adjusts paste on pad alignment in real-time. ProDEK also monitors high area warning counts, which may indicate excessive or insufficient understencil cleaning.

Putnam Plastics Company, LLC    Dayville, CT 06241
Dec 12, 2011 Tri-Tie(TM) guide catheter shaft manufacturing replaces traditional hand lay-up manufacturing process of multiple components with continuous processing that creates 3-layer composite shaft, with maximum adhesion between layers for optimal performance. Solution also provides gradual transition of varying durometer outer layer without bonding or hinge points.