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News Release from: Assembleon
Edited by the Electronicstalk Editorial
Team on 27 September 2005
Productronica display focuses on
mid-volume sector
Technology leader in SMD placement Assembleon is introducing a range of products and systems at Productronica 2005.
On Stand A4.179 at Productronica 2005 the technology leader in SMD placement, Assembleon, introduces new capabilities, from enhanced machine multifunctionality to full-functioned remote operation of multiple production lines making 'lights-out' manufacturing in the mid-volume sector a reality New leading-edge capabilities on the successful, award-winning AX machine expand the component range from fine-pitch down to 01005s with no decrease in speed and lowest cost per placement
This article was originally published on Electronicstalk on 4 Jun 2008 at 8.00am (UK)
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Together with output scalability from 45 to 150k cph in 5k cph increments on the same footprint, these advantages maximise return on investment.
Features supporting processing of a very wide range of components include new digital vision systems, feeder options, and wide-ranging z-force control for high-quality placement of any component.
The AX delivers a stable, predictable output independently of mix.
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A fine-pitch pick-and-place-machine places fine-pitch and odd-form components with an accuracy to within 30um at a rate of 6,800 components per hour.
A high feeder count allows a fixed set-up for all production in many manufacturing environments and off-line set-up and verification using quick-change trolleys enable fast changeovers in the remainder.
Online program editing assists fast new product introductions.
Application flexibility is achieved through robot-level modularity, which allows rapid, cost-efficient implementation of new component and process capabilities.
At a 'feeder corner' on the stand, Assembleon will demonstrate stick, bulk, tray and tape options for the AX as part of its wide range of feeder and feeder trolley options.
For further application and technical scalability, Assembleon is showing the new AQ-2 ultra fine-pitch and oddform placer with an optimal output of 5.3k cph.
The AQ-2 aligns with the AX for any demanding component capabilities at any output.
It places the smallest flip-chip with the highest accuracy at 3.1k cph, and also the largest connector or most demanding oddform component at 3.9k cph.
Also on show at Productronica will be the new MG-8, as well as the MG-1 which made its debut at APEX 2005, both designed to meet single-platform production requirements in high-end mid-volume manufacturing.
In addition, used in-line, the MG-1 and MG-8 handle any application with throughput and quality benefits.
With the same look and feel as the MG-1, the MG-8 is equipped with a high-precision placement beam carrying three FNC heads, each carrying six nozzles, to handle a component range from 01005 to 55 x 100mm, with maximum component height 25.5mm.
Precision z-force control delivers snap-in force for connectors and the delicate handling required to avoid cracking 01005s.
The MG-8 achieves accuracy ratings of 50um for chips and 30um for QFPs, and placement speed for ICs and QFPs of 7.5k cph.
The MG-8 accommodates 90 smart feeders along with stick, bulk and tray feeding solutions.
A large component sequencer contains 60 pallets, with two in-line loading heads doubling the rate of delivery of components to the machine.
An automatic tray stacker holds up to 30 trays in quick-change containers.
Quality benefits are supported by a cost-effective co-planarity system which checks three components simultaneously, and a unique side viewing camera option which verifies 01005 or 0201 presence at the nozzle.
A nozzle cleaning system prevents nozzle contamination for improved quality and reduced maintenance.
The new AMS 2.0 Advanced Manufacturing Suite for mid-volume manufacturers is designed to integrate the placement function into the overall production environment.
It focuses on maximising total production efficiency and providing connectivity to other machines and software used in the factory, thereby making Assembleon's installed base of mid-volume machines more competitive at a global level.
AMS 2.0 controls one or many production lines containing Assembleon's stand-alone or multiple mid-volume machines.
AMS 2.0 provides a comprehensive set of hardware and software tools for the modern electronics factory.
Modularity allows manufacturers to choose their entry level and build as their requirements develop.
Implementation of full AMS 2.0 functionality offers advantages at all stages of the production cycle, from production preparation through error-free manufacturing to logistics.
It delivers the shortest design-to-production time, fastest ramp-up, lowest cost per placement, and highest output, as well as error-free set-ups for assured product quality.
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