
Metcal's New HCT2-120 Hot Air Pencil Picks up an NPI Award at APEX
GARDEN GROVE, CA – Metcal today announced that it has been awarded a 2014 NPI Award in the category of Rework & Repair Tools for its HCT2-120 Hot Air Pencil. The award was presented to the company during a Tuesday, March 25, 2014 ceremony that took place at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center during the IPC APEX EXPO. We are thrilled that the product has been recognized by this award," commented...
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Rework System offers automation and mobility options.
Scorpion Rework System is available with Automatic Placement Package, capable of 50 mm of motorized travel in Z-axis andÂ- full 360° in ϴ (Theta), that offers fine motor control in Z-axis and ϴ during alignment of component to pad. Force feedback control during placement process enables unit to accurately pick and place components without disturbing component or solder. System is...
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Transition Automation Exhibits Advanced SMT Printing at Apex
Tyngsboro, Massachusetts, USAÂ- – Transition Automation, Inc., a worldwide leader in the manufacturing and distribution of PrinTEK Fine Pitch SMT Printers and Permalex edge metal squeegees will attend the Apex IPC trade show in Las Vegas, Nevada from March 24 to March 27. Transition's booth #1237 will exhibit the latest PrinTEK System MP1818, and a full line of Permalex...
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Essemtec to Introduce World's First SMT Assembler with Integrated Solder Paste Jet Printer at APEX 2014
Essemtec, the Swiss manufacturer of production systems for electronic assembly and packaging, will debut its new SMT production centre in booth #851 at the IPC APEX Expo, scheduled to take place March 25-27, 2014 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Convention Center in Las Vegas. Essemtec is the first manufacturer that developed a combined SMT production center that is able to jet solder paste and mount...
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The Ultimate Guide To Hydra Pneumatic and Servo Cylinders
This white paper provides a guide to hydra pneumatic and servo cylinders.
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Metcal Brings Bench Tool Rework Solutions to MD&M West
GARDEN GROVE, CAÂ- – Metcal today announced that it will exhibit in Booth #3340 at MDM West, scheduled to take place February 11-13, 2014 at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA. The new MX-500 Soldering and Rework System and HCT2-120 Hot Air Pencil will be displayed at the show. Metcal’s updated MX-500 Soldering and Rework System builds on the features that make it an...
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Digital Hot Air Pencil suits small component applications.
Equipped with 120 W ceramic heater and dual stage air pump, Model HCT2-120 is suited for applications that use small components and integrated circuits. Two LED displays provide graphical and numerical representation of desired airflow and temperature. Supplied with 6 nozzles, work stand with nozzle plate holder, and nozzle removal pad, handheld convection tool allows users freedom to access and...
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Metcal Rolls Out New Rework Equipment for Productronica
GARDEN GROVE, CAÂ- — Metcal today announced that it will exhibit in Hall A4, Stand 221 at the 20th Productronica International Trade Fair, scheduled to take place November 12 - 15, 2013 at the New Munich Trade Fair Centre in Munich, Germany. The new MX-500 Soldering and Rework System and HCT2-120 Hot Air Pencil will be displayed for the first time. Metcal's updated MX-500 Soldering and...
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Metcal and DG Marketing to Exhibit Leading Rework Systems at SMTAI
GARDEN GROVE, CAÂ- -- Metcal announces that it will exhibit with its manufacturers’ representative, DG Marketing Corporation, in Booth #106 at the upcoming SMTA International Exhibition, scheduled to take place October 15-16, 2013 at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Texas. The new MX-5200 Soldering, Desoldering and Rework Series and the award-winning Scorpion Rework System will be...
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Metcal Brings the Scorpion with Side-View Camera to Northern Manufacturing in the UK
CHANDLERS FORD, UKÂ- – Metcal today announced that it will exhibit in Stand A23 at the Northern Manufacturing Electronics Exhibition, scheduled to take place October 2-3, 2013 in Manchester, UK. Company representatives will demonstrate the Scorpion Rework System with the new Side-View Camera Upgrade Kit. The addition of the Side-View Camera Upgrade Kit (APR-SRS-UK3) facilitates visibility...
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OK International to Exhibit Bench Tool Solutions from Metcal at NEPCON South China
SHENZHEN, PRC.Â- -- OK International will demonstrate the new Metcal MX-5200 and Scorpion with Side-View Camera in Stand A-1K25 at NEPCON South China 2013, scheduled to take place August 27-29, 2013 at the Shenzhen Convention Exhibition Center in China. The MX-5200 now features a dual-simultaneous use option, meaning that two hand-pieces can work from one power supply at the same time. The...
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Basalt America Announces Stronger, Lighter, and Corrosion-Free FRP's (Fiber Reinforced Polymers)
Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP), represents a truly groundbreaking advancement in structural reinforcement. Lightweight, strong, and green, they are changing the way the construction industry thinks about rebar. Unlike steel, FRPs don't rust and are far stronger than standard rebar. To learn why Fiber Reinforced Polymers are poised to change the way the world builds, see our video.
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