DEK    Rolling Meadows, IL 60006
May 06, 2013 In addition to optimized solder paste deposition and definition, VectorGuard™ High Tension features foil tension of 33 N/cm², transferred evenly on all 4 sides. Product has no glue bonds to fail and offers frame flatness for process control and repeatability of position from foil to foil of same product, minimizing time to switch stencil. Long-term integrity of stencil ensures no tension degradation over time.

WAGO Corp.    Germantown, WI 53022
Feb 25, 2013 Able to print 100 terminal block markers in 10.7 sec, Ethernet-ready smartPRINTER weighs 4.4 lb, measures 6.9 in. long, and is integrated with ProServe® Design and Engineering software. Markers for 25 terminal blocks can be printed and installed within 15.5 sec. Solution marks WMB markers, exclusive Continuous Marking Strips, wire/cable markers, push-button plates, and adhesive labels. Promoting wiring accuracy, Multi-Line Marking creates up to 3 lines of text per terminal block.

Transition Automation, Inc.    North Billerica, MA 01862
Feb 20, 2013 Featuring benchtop design, PrinTEK Ultra-Fine Pitch Printer has dual squeegee structure and drive mechanism with 4-bar linkage, enabling main squeegee head, gantry, and squeegees to be smoothly pushed back. Two digital cameras are mounted on pantograph style articulating arms, allowing focus and orientation of cameras to remain fixed while they are moved in position. Integrated tooling table combines independent X-Y-THETA and Z-height adjustments, anti-backlash springs, and magnetic tooling plate.

United Silicone    Lancaster, NY 14086
Feb 14, 2013 Using a combination of heat, pressure, and dwell to permanently apply pre-printed graphics to part, Evolution HT - Grower’s Edition is designed specifically for nursery containers requiring high-speed application of multi-color heat transfer decals up to 355°. Machine can decorate full color graphic images while providing planting instructions, barcodes, and other relevant information. In addition, branding with permanent decorating eliminates need for stick, which often gets lost or thrown away.

United Silicone    Lancaster, NY 14086
Feb 14, 2013 Using combination of heat, pressure, and dwell, Transgrafix HT applies pre-printed, full color graphics permanently to cylindrical parts. Platform utilizes silicone rubber roller mounted to vertical stamping head for peripheral marking, and ability to combine full color decoration with metallics can be accomplished in one pass.

Mokon    Buffalo, NY 14207
Dec 21, 2012 Designed and built to customer specifications, completely pre-wired HTF ST Series features low-watt density electric heating mounted on structural steel frame and comes in single- and multiple-zone configurations with pumping capacities up to 120 gpm. Thermal fluid designs are available up to 700°F, and heating capacities reach up to 600 kW. Along with cooling circuits, features include water or air-cooled, high-temperature pumps; NEMA rated electrical enclosure; and expansion tank.

Pad Print Machinery of Vermont    East Dorset, VT 05253
Nov 12, 2012 Featuring 2-axis design, Redesigned KP08 Printer is capable of marking multiple sized width and length catheters or tubes. Z-axis servo with vertical stroke allows various diameter tubes sizes to be programmed along with appropriate stroke depth. With front to back stroke, Y-axis servo eliminates need for rolling table. Slide-mounted pads enable pad position to be adjusted, while cupslide ensures full length printing, and bed with adjustable vacuum control holds each tube diameter and length.

Pad Print Machinery of Vermont    East Dorset, VT 05253
Aug 17, 2012 Featuring all electric design, Model PE09 is equipped with touchscreen control that allows operator to vary speeds for different inline operations. Dual servo drive runs both pad shuttle and cliché supports separately, enabling all pad and ink cup operations to be changed, including down stroke speed, pickup, and drop-off pauses. Printer can be configured as 2-color printer or single-color with 110 x 220 mm oval cup to print larger images.

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.

Zebra Technologies    Vernon Hills, IL 60061 3109
Aug 13, 2012 Along with flexibility to print in thermal transfer or direct thermal mode, Energy Star®-compliant GC420(TM) provides track-and-trace capabilities for manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and post (mail) applications. Performance and throughput are optimized with 32-bit processor, co-resident EPL(TM) and ZPL(TM) programming languages, and triple connectivity. Dual-walled construction withstands busy work environments, and other features include 8 MB memory, unicode support, and odometer.

Pad Print Machinery of Vermont    East Dorset, VT 05253
Mar 13, 2012 Available for pad print or screen print operations, film positive system comprises Epson Printer, high-density ink, 17 in. film cassette, RIP Software, as well as training and technical support. Print resolution is 2,880 x 2,880 dpi, and 17 in. roll has 100 ft of film and either manual or automatic cutting capabilities. While RIP software lets user layout files for optimal media use, Web browsing software lets users check status, manage queues, and perform automatic file prep functions.

Transition Automation, Inc.    North Billerica, MA 01862
Mar 01, 2012 Featuring magnetic locking tooling plates for PC board positioning and locking, PrinTEK I MP-1818 printing system comes with pure vertical liftoff using precision needle bearing guided cams. Printer's stencil is easy to view, align, and clamp. Device is field-upgradeable to semi-automatic version. Small footprint and weight of 150 lb provide portable operation, and Permalex® edge metal squeegee ensures maximum print quality.

Pad Print Machinery of Vermont    East Dorset, VT 05253
Feb 23, 2012 Operating at 1,200 cycles/hr, EAZY90 Pad Printer is suited for textile printing and general print production. Pneumatic operation guarantees printing uniformity, while 90 mm diameter sealed inking system accelerates color changes. With control panel, operator can set speed, pickup, and print strokes as well as continuous and/or single cycle. Print holder table is adjustable in all directions.

SATO America, Inc.    Charlotte, NC 28273
Feb 21, 2012 Designed for item level tracking and traceability applications, SATO CL4e HF RFID printers accommodate labeling needs of libraries, hospitals, pharmacies, and entertainment venues. Thermal transfer and direct thermal printers enable use of HF RFID tags for product authentication and asset tracking by producing labels with 13.56 MHz High Frequency (HF) RFID tag inlays, such as I-Code and Tag-IT. Print speeds range up to 6 ips, and various plug-in interface cards and options are available.

Transition Automation, Inc.    North Billerica, MA 01862
Jan 11, 2012 Equipped with synchronized 4-cam liftoff system, PrinTEK I Series Ultra-Fine Pitch SMT Printer offers magnetic array table with locking pin-plates to tool up PCB position. Precision X, Y, and theta anti-backlash adjustment heads enable accurate 3D adjustment. As options, user can purchase Patented Dual Squeegee Gantry head as well as Dual Video Microscope Alignment system, both of which are field upgradeable.

Essemtec Ag      Switzerland
Dec 22, 2011 Able to print on single- and double-sided PCBs, ceramics, and foils, programmable Fino can be placed on table to meet needs of smaller, flexible production. Features include touchscreen programming terminal, laser-guided vision alignment, and pneumatic fast-fixation for screen and stencil tension frames. All motions of squeegee and print table are motorized, promoting programmability and reproducibility. Also included, 2-color vision cameras enable secure fine-pitch printing.

Essemtec Ag      Switzerland
Dec 20, 2011 Equipped with sliding print table, Kea Semiautomatic Screen/Stencil Printer uses screen and stencil tension frames up to 23 in. and is capable of borderless printing on substrates up to 400 x 460 mm. Integrated vision automatically verifies substrate alignment before printing. If substrate is correctly positioned, printing process runs automatically and is controlled by software. System's universal PCB holder is suitable for single- and double-sided substrates.

Inkcups Now    Danvers, MA 01923
Dec 15, 2011 Suitable for any pad printing machine, ToughCup features coating that repels inks and solvents. Cleaning is possible via minimal thinner or dry towel, even when ink mixed with hardener is left in cup overnight. Also, coating allows use of same ink cup for years. This facilitates reclamation and reducing use of chemicals as well as waste. No plastic inserts to throw away when changing ink, and ceramic ring does not need to be removed when changing over to another color.

Inkcups Now    Danvers, MA 01923
Sep 15, 2011 Formulated for adhesion to range of plastics, Sapphire BA series pad and screen printing ink is rated toy safe, free of heavy metals and restricted phthalates, and compliant with CPSIA and California Proposition 65. Alcohol-resistant, opaque, and glossy ink has highly pigmented formula suitable for use with 305 mesh and images with fine details. Product can be used as 1- or 2-component ink and, when used with hardener, exhibits optimized abrasion resistance and pot life (8-9 hr).

Inkcups Now    Danvers, MA 01923
Aug 25, 2011 Used for pad printing and screen printing, SI Series ink adheres to silicone products such as wristbands, iPod and iPad covers, oven mitts, swimming caps, flexible computer keyboards, and remote controls. Glossy ink exhibits flexibility and abrasion resistance. Curing takes 2-6 min at 400°F or 10 min at 260°F.