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Metcal
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OK International
Eagle Close
Chandler
SO53 4NF
UK
Telephone: (UK) +44 23 804 89100
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Listing of all 15 news releases from Metcal:
Fume extraction system covers two stations
A new fume extraction system uses a proprietary fan design to deliver multi-user capabilities in a compact and truly portable form factor.
News from Metcal ( 6 February 2004)
Cut-price deal on portable fume extractor
Manufacturers can now save up to Eur 220 on Metcal's BVX-100 fume extraction system, the portable, single-user system claimed to have all the power of a larger, multi-user system.
News from Metcal ( 3 September 2003)
Optical inspection system takes on larger boards
A new highly versatile and flexible optical inspection system can be used on large boards measuring up to 914 x 914mm.
News from Metcal ( 2 September 2003)
Distribution deal expands German exposure
Metcal has appointed Peter Jordan to distribute its hand soldering, rework, repair, optical inspection and fume extraction systems in Germany.
News from Metcal (12 August 2003)
Rework system expands to handle bigger boards
The APR-5000-XLS array package rework system uses a single reflow/placement head and a stationery PCB centred over an enhanced, dual-zone pre-heater capable of handling both large and small boards.
News from Metcal (15 July 2003)
Seaside showing for array package rework system
Metcal will exhibit its APR-5000 array package rework system at Nepcon UK, Brighton.
News from Metcal (15 April 2003)
Bargain combo for soldering and rework
Anyone buying a Metcal MX-500 soldering, desoldering and rework system in the UK can purchase the system's Talon tweezers, complete with a pair of TATC-601 tips for just GBP 1.
News from Metcal ( 4 March 2003)
Upgraded optical inspection system looks better
Metcal has made three significant enhancements to its ground-breaking VPI-1000 optical inspection system.
News from Metcal (24 September 2002)
Tiny rework tips tackle smaller packages
Metcal has developed a new range of Micro Fine rework tips, designed to make it easier for operators to rework miniature components such as 0402s and 0201s on compact high-density boards.
News from Metcal (18 July 2002)
Fresh look at optical inspection
The VPI-1000 optical inspection system is new, from the ground up, adding features and flexibility to traditional optical inspection while offering customers an economical inspection solution.
News from Metcal (11 June 2002)
Rework system focuses on array packages
The APR-5000 array package rework system is a versatile system offering the repeatability, accuracy and thermal control essential for safe and effective rework of today's leading-edge packages.
News from Metcal (11 June 2002)
US judge rules OK
US District Court Judge Robert M Takasugi has dismissed a lawsuit filed by American Hakko Products against OK International's soldering instruments division, Metcal.
News from Metcal (29 March 2002)
Roadshow demonstrates inspection and rework
Metcal is hitting the road with a series of presentations around Europe, starting in April in Wales.
News from Metcal (26 March 2002)
The hidden costs of hand soldering
Technical background article Today's electronics manufacturing and rework place tight demands on the humble soldering iron.
News from Metcal (11 December 2001)
Smart route to lead-free hand soldering
Technical background article Switching to lead-free hand soldering need not demand new soldering equipment or processes thanks to an established iron technology from Metcal.
News from Metcal (17 October 2001)

