Webinar Details:

Topic: Malcom Process Control Webinar – Session 1: Solder Paste

Registration: Register Here

Cost: Free (Registration required)

Presenter: Charlie Fujikawa, Product Specialist for Malcom Solder Paste Process Control Systems

During the webinar, Charlie Fujikawa, an expert in Malcom solder paste process control systems, will delve into the critical role of solder paste in the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) process. He will explain how various properties of solder paste can significantly impact the reflow process and emphasize the importance of measuring and controlling these properties for optimal performance.

Key topics to be covered include:

• Solder Paste Properties: Understanding how different properties of solder paste affect the reflow process.
• Consistency in Solder Paste: The importance of maintaining a consistent solder paste mix and working temperature.
• Measurement Techniques: Methods for measuring solder paste viscosity and tackiness to ensure it is optimized for printing.

Additionally, attendees will gain insights into Malcom’s state-of-the-art solder paste process control equipment, including:

• Malcom Paste Mixers: Designed to ensure a consistent and uniform solder paste mix, which is crucial for high-quality SMT assembly.
• Malcom Viscometers: Ideal for accurately measuring solder paste viscosity, enabling precise control and optimization of the paste’s properties.

This webinar is an excellent opportunity for electronics manufacturing professionals to enhance their knowledge of solder paste process control and learn about the latest technologies available for optimizing their SMT processes.

For more information, contact Michelle Ogihara at 310-540-7310; e-mail michelle@seikausa.com; or visit www.seikausa.com.

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Unsafe particles and gases present in the workplace can significantly impact productivity and employee well-being. The upcoming complimentary webinar aims to address this issue by providing valuable insights into fume hazard mitigation in PCB Assembly and Rework applications. Led by a team of experts, attendees will learn practical solutions to keep their workforce safe and their operations running smoothly.

Speakers:

• Amanda Smeltz, Director of Sales, VMI Solutions, CE3S
• Mike Luzius, Corporate Sales Director, PACE Worldwide
• Ryan Grimm, Director of Sales, Strategic Accounts, CE3S

CE3S offers a range of fume extraction systems from PACE, including:

• ARM EVAC 105 with ESD safe flex-arm option
• ARM EVAC 150 Digital Fume Extractor with SteadyFlex Arm
• ARM EVAC 200 Fume Extraction Central Filtration Unit with ESD safe flex-arm option
• ARM EVAC 250 Microprocessor Controlled Fume Extraction with ESD safe flex-arm option

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into workplace health and safety practices. Register now to secure your spot for the “Workplace Health & Safety with PACE & CE3S” webinar.

For more information about fume extraction from PACE and other solutions offered by CE3S, please visit www.ce3s.com.

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Learn from the experts and be inspired by new industry solutions. The extensive webinar and seminar program offers you many opportunities to gain a knowledge advantage.

Registration for the webinars and seminars is done online at www.rehm-group.com/en/news/dates.html.

March 7, 2024, and June 20, 2024 / 9:00 AM CET / CEST (Asia, Europe, ROW) and at 4:00 PM CET / CEST (America, Europe)

Webinar: Thermal Processes in Fuel Cell Manufacturing (English)

Fuel cells play a significant role in the energy transition, whether in stationary energy supply or in the field of e-mobility. In our webinar, we discuss the changing perspectives on the use of hydrogen as an energy carrier and the associated requirements for fuel cell production worldwide and in Europe.

Thermal systems are used for drying processes in the production of individual components for fuel cells. These drying processes with different requirements for the individual components of the fuel cell can be realized with solutions from the portfolio of Rehm Thermal Systems GmbH.

The German-language webinar on this topic will take place on March 6, 2024 and June 19, 2024 at 9:00 AM CET/CEST.

March 14, 2024 / 9:00 AM CET (Asia, Europe, ROW) and at 4:00 PM CET (America, Europe)

Webinar: Precise Application and Dosing: Automation for Challenging Processes in Medical Technology (English)

Automation is already established in many markets, with the increasing shortage of skilled workers driving companies in this direction. Medical technology also benefits from this development with positive effects for manufacturers and patients.

Bendable, irregular, and three-dimensional medical products such as catheters, prostheses, pacemakers, or stents are often still manually glued and encapsulated. Because the step towards automating these processes is often still associated with hurdles in the demanding MedTech market.

In our webinar, we provide an overview of the requirements of modern medical technology for such manufacturing processes as well as the benefits resulting from the automation of these processes.

The German-language webinar on this topic will take place on March 13, 2024 at 9:00 AM CET.

March 21, 2024 / 9:00 AM CET (Asia, Europe, ROW) and at 4:00 PM CET (America, Europe)

Webinar: Vapor Phase Soldering (English)

As the world’s only manufacturer, Rehm offers not only convection soldering systems but also condensation or vapor phase soldering systems from a single source. Do you process large and heavy boards for which convection soldering is not an option? Or do you want a system that allows you to reliably carry out vacuum processes at any time? Then this webinar is just right for you.

The webinar focuses on the differences between vapor phase soldering and convection soldering, as well as application areas, technologies, and possibilities for integration into the existing manufacturing environment.

The German-language webinar on this topic will take place on March 20, 2024 at 9:00 AM CET.

April 10, 2024 / 9:00 AM CEST

In-Person Seminar: Temperature Profiling – Measurement Methods and Paths to Optimal Reflow Soldering Profile (only in German)

The world of electronic assemblies is so diverse and complex that it will not be possible to adequately represent all the specific needs of the components and materials. It remains the expertise and skill of the manufacturer to find the optimal reflow parameters. However, there are sufficient indications, clues, and experiences available to enable optimization.

Discover in our seminar how to distinguish the feasible from the myth. The first part of this seminar gives you insights into the basics and optimal parameters of reflow profiling. In the second part, you will learn to prepare a test board, understand the benefits of a thermal imaging camera, and create reflow profiles yourself.

Number of Participants: min. 15 persons / max. 20 persons

Participation Fee: 449 € per person including conference drinks, lunch, printed training materials

Venue: Rehm Thermal Systems GmbH, Leinenstrasse 7, D-89143 Blaubeuren

April 25, 2024 / 9:00 AM CET (Asia, Europe, ROW) and at 4:00 PM CET (America, Europe)

Webinar: Next Generation Reflow Soldering – Focus on Energy Efficiency and Resource Conservation (English)

Convection reflow soldering has been used for decades as a robust and cost-effective joining method for the production of electronic assemblies. This process has been continuously shaped by various requirements. These include, among others, the switch to lead-free solders, throughput optimization, or sustainability.

The tense situation regarding the availability of resources such as electrical energy and nitrogen sets new goals and challenges for both plant technology and the process definition of soldering. In this webinar, our speakers will present, among other things, the plant- and process-specific possibilities of the new generation of systems to reduce these resource consumptions and will gladly answer your questions.

The German-language webinar on this topic will take place on April 24, 2024 at 9:00 AM CET.

May 16, 2024 / 9:00 AM CEST (Asia, Europe, ROW) and at 4:00 PM CEST (America, Europe)

Webinar: Smart Turnkey Solutions for your requirements (English)

The electronics industry is facing new challenges more and more, which drives it to peak performance. The requirements for the new generation of manufacturing systems have steadily increased: Today, it is no longer just about individual machines, but about line solutions, keyword “turnkey”.

Find out in this webinar how Rehm can support you in configuring and implementing complex manufacturing lines, both in the soldering area and in dispensing and coating processes. Our many years of expertise in electronics manufacturing as well as our comprehensive product range combined with high software competence guarantee competent project support from planning to installation in your manufacturing environment.

The German-language webinar on this topic will take place on May 15, 2024 at 9:00 AM CEST.

June 27, 2024 / 9:00 Uhr MESZ

In-Person Seminar: : Reflow Soldering with Vacuum Assistance – Goals, Influencing Factors, and Experiences (only in German)

Currently, there is no reflow soldering process that cannot be combined with the vacuum option. While vacuum with convection soldering focuses on reducing pore content, vacuum in vapor phase soldering also serves to remove Galden^® from the assemblies. In contact soldering, the vacuum option unfolds its complete multifunctionality.

This seminar is an exciting event that deals with the technique of reflow soldering with vacuum assistance. You will learn the basics of vacuum soldering, and practical content will be conveyed particularly within the lectures and workshops. The seminar offers an ideal opportunity to expand your knowledge in this area and to exchange ideas with other experts.

Number of Participants: min. 15 persons

Participation Fee: 395 € per person including conference drinks, lunch, printed training materials

Venue: Rehm Thermal Systems GmbH, Leinenstrasse 7, D-89143 Blaubeuren

Participation in the webinars is free of charge. Please refer to the seminar description on the website www.rehm-group.com for the participation fees for the in-person seminars.

Registrations for all events can be made online at www.rehm-group.com/en/news/dates.

For questions about the events, please contact Ms. Sina Bartosch at s.bartosch@rehm-group.com.

About Rehm Thermal Systems

Rehm Thermal Systems is a specialist in the field of thermal system solutions for the electronics and photovoltaic industries and is recognized as a leader in technology and innovation for the modern and cost-effective manufacturing of electronic assemblies. As a global manufacturer, we offer a wide range of products, including convection, condensation, or vacuum reflow soldering systems, drying and coating equipment, functional testing systems, equipment for the metallization of solar cells, and numerous custom solutions. With over 30 years of industry experience, we operate in all significant growth markets and provide innovative manufacturing solutions that set industry standards. www.rehm-group.com

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Webinar Highlights:

• Introduction to Smart Material Handling: Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of SMH fundamentals, exploring its critical role in modernizing material handling processes for enhanced efficiency and productivity.
• Benefits of Smart Material Handling: The webinar will cover the myriad advantages of SMH, including increased operational efficiency, error reduction, and the positive outcomes of integrating smart solutions from receiving to production.
• IoT and Connectivity in Material Handling: A deep dive into how the Internet of Things (IoT) and connectivity are revolutionizing material handling, facilitating seamless factory-wide communication and real-time decision-making.
• Enhancing Traceability with SMH: Discover how SMH improves traceability within the SMT industry, utilizing advanced tracking systems for superior quality control and compliance.
• Exclusive Real-World Insights: A unique opportunity to view how Inovaxe effectively implements smart material handling in its operations, with a real-world video demonstration.

The event is designed for professionals across the SMT and logistics sectors, offering valuable insights into the future of material handling. Participants will leave with a thorough understanding of how smart technologies can be leveraged to achieve unprecedented levels of efficiency and accuracy in their operations.

Register NOW!

Don’t miss this opportunity to explore the cutting-edge of material handling technology with Inovaxe. Reserve your spot today and be part of shaping the future of the industry.

To learn more, visit www.inovaxe.com.

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Conformal coatings play a crucial role in protecting electronics from moisture, debris, corrosion, and provide mechanical stability to reduce failures and enhance reliability in harsh environments. However, thin or defective coatings can lead to system failures. Traditional laser-confocal and electron microscopes are limited to measuring three-dimensional shapes and are unable to inspect transparent materials due to their shallow penetration depth. Optical systems using UV light are effective only for simple 2D presence or absence. The patented L.I.F.T. Technology (Laser Interferometry for Fluid Tomography) offers non-destructive 3D inspection, precisely measuring wet or dry fluids, including material thickness, at production speed. Leveraging low-coherence interferometry, L.I.F.T. uses Near-Infrared Light (NIR) to capture images through multiple layers of a fluidic structure, irrespective of transparency.

The award-winning Neptune Series is the industry’s first 3D optical inline measurement solution for transparent material inspection. Featuring an integrated flipper, intuitive programming, and machine-learning algorithms, the Neptune empowers manufacturers to thoroughly analyze their dispensing process using non-destructive 2D, 3D, and cross-section views to identify defects. Equipped with advanced algorithms for inspection parameter training, the Neptune accurately measures materials for coverage, thickness, and consistency based on user-defined threshold settings. It also detects bubbles, cracks, and other defects, including splash marks in “keep out” areas. Beyond coatings, the Neptune provides precise measurements for underfill, epoxy, bonding, and more, catering to transparent, translucent, and pigmented materials. Currently compatible with acrylic, silicone, polyurethane, hybrid coatings, and parylene, the Neptune marks a breakthrough as the industry’s first True3D optical measurement solution for transparent material inspection, addressing a longstanding industry challenge.

Register for the Spanish webinar scheduled for March 13, 2024, at 11:00 am GMT-6. Simply follow link at www.repstronics.zohobackstage.com/DiveintoYourDispensingProcesswithNeptuneC. You can also see the Neptune in action at the IPC APEX EXPO in Booth 2112 at the Anaheim Convention Center in California. Learn more about our other award-winning technologies, visit our regional website www.kohyoungamerica.com. There, you can request an online or live in-person demonstration.

About Koh Young Technology

Established in 2002, Koh Young revolutionized the inspection market by launching the industry’s first 3D Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) system using a patented dual-projection Moiré technology. Since then, it has become the global leader in 3D measurement-based SPI and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) equipment for the electronics industry. Based on its True3D measurement-based inspection technology, Koh Young has developed innovative inspection solutions for challenges with machined parts, press-fit and through-hole pins, conformal coatings, dispensed materials, and semiconductor packages. Through its constant innovation, Koh Young has secured over 3,600 global customers, and commands the dominant global market share position in the SPI and AOI markets with over 23,000 machine installations. A customer-centric R&D focus uses our core competencies to develop innovative solutions for new and existing markets by listening to users and researching trends and applications. From the headquarters in Korea, activities spread across the world through its global sales and support infrastructure spanning Europe, Asia, and the Americas. These regional offices ensure Koh Young stays close to the market, and more importantly, its growing user base. Learn why so many electronics manufacturers trust Koh Young for reliable inspection for a smart factory at our website at www.kohyoungamerica.com or www.kohyoung.com.

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As manufacturers worldwide seek innovative solutions to enhance productivity and efficiency, investing in smart storage systems has become paramount. In this webinar, attendees will discover how Inovaxe’s cutting-edge Smart Storage Systems can revolutionize their operations and maximize their return on investment (ROI).

The webinar will delve into key areas where ROI is typically realized, including:

• Drastic reduction in labor costs
• Effective space utilization leading to potential space savings of up to 90%
• Minimization of human error in part selection and data entry
• Tighter inventory control and reduced need for excess stock

Attendees will gain valuable insights into how Inovaxe’s Smart Storage Systems streamline SMT material handling processes, eliminate costly errors, and optimize operations for greater productivity.

“We’re excited to share our expertise and innovative solutions with manufacturers seeking to enhance their material handling processes and maximize ROI,” said Ben Khoshnood, President of Inovaxe. “Join us on February 2nd to discover how our Smart Storage Systems can transform your operations and drive success.”

Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to learn from industry leaders and take your manufacturing operations to the next level. Register now for Inovaxe’s webinar on February 2nd at 11am EST!

For more information and to register, click here.

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Despite rapid advancements in e-Mobility electronics technology, significant challenges remain. The webinar will address a variety of topics such as the impact of market and technical forces on the global market, energy infrastructure and its impact on vehicles, charging technology, use of data center AI, supply chain issues, and types of passenger EVs. Dr. Mackie will also explore the changing nature of automotive electronics reliability in light of new approaches to reliability, increased power and power density, and increased functional density.

“Evolution of electronics technology within the e-Mobility industry is being driven by three main factors,” said Mackie. “Increased safety, from the ubiquity of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). Electrification, the move from internal combusion engines to fully electric vehicles. Automation, the emerging demand for semi- and fully-automated driving vehicles, enabled by vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technologies.”

“Not only will we examine the issues facing e-Mobility electronics technology, we will also touch upon the ways in which Indium Corporation is working with customers and equipment partners to meet their needs,” Mackie added.

To register for this free and insightful session, visit indium.com/webinars. Webinar links will be shared with registrants the day of the event. Registrants must use a company email account to avoid Indium Corporation’s spam filters. This is a first-come, first-served event.

Dr. Mackie focuses on identifying the intersection of novel materials, emerging technologies, and their potential business impact. His professional experience covers all aspects of materials and processes for electronics manufacturing from wafer fabrication to semiconductor assembly and packaging and SMT/electronics assembly. Dr. Mackie holds a Ph.D. in physical chemistry from the University of Nottingham, UK, and a Master’s of Science (MSc) in physical chemistry and surface science from the University of Bristol, UK.

About Indium Corporation

Indium Corporation is a premier materials refiner, smelter, manufacturer, and supplier to the global electronics, semiconductor, thin-film, and thermal management markets. Products include solders and fluxes; brazes; thermal interface materials; sputtering targets; high and ultrahigh purity indium, gallium, germanium, and tin metals, and inorganic compounds. Founded in 1934, the company has global technical support and factories located in China, Germany, India, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, the United Kingdom, and the U.S.

For more information about Indium Corporation, visit www.indium.com or email jhuang@indium.com. You can also follow our experts, From One Engineer To Another^® (#FOETA), at www.linkedin.com/company/indium-corporation/.

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The resources just released include the following:

• Hand Soldering & De-Soldering with Lead-Free Solder – Webinar
• PCB Microsectioning, Analysis of Failure & Quality Standards – Webinar
• Solder Paste Printing & Defect Guide – Causes & Cures – Webinar
• Printed Circuit Board Defects – Photo Album
• Pin in Hole Intrusive Reflow Soldering – Photo Album
• Solder Paste Printing and Defects – Photo Album
• SMT Component Acceptability Guide – Poster Set
• BGA X-ray Inspection Criteria and Defect Guide – Poster Set
• BGA Optical Inspection Criteria and Defect Guide – Poster Set

To ensure the widespread dissemination of these resources, the content has been made exclusively available through the sponsorship of HumiSeal Europe Ltd, a leading provider of conformal coatings. Their support has enabled SMTA to make these webinars, photo libraries, and poster sets accessible to a broader audience within the industry.

As part of this collaboration, HumiSeal Europe Ltd has generously sponsored £5000 towards this initiative. The proceeds from this sponsorship will be split between two worthy causes – the Charles Hutchins Educational Grant and Prostate Cancer UK. This joint effort between SMTA and HumiSeal Europe Ltd aims to not only advance professional development within the industry but also contribute to the betterment of society.

The Charles Hutchins Educational Grant, established in honor of the late Charles Hutchins, a prominent figure in the surface mount technology community, provides educational scholarships and financial assistance to deserving students working on thesis research in electronics manufacturing, electronics packaging, or a related field. Prostate Cancer UK is a leading charity dedicated to raising awareness, funding research, and providing support to those affected by prostate cancer.

The SMTA and HumiSeal Europe Ltd encourage professionals in the surface mount technology industry to take advantage of these valuable resources and contribute to the support of the Charles Hutchins Education Grant and Prostate Cancer UK.

For more information about the SMTA, Bob Willis’ contributions, or the exclusive sponsorship by HumiSeal Europe Ltd, please contact Tara Dunn, Director of Training and Education at tara@smta.org.

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Abstract

No-clean solder paste was supposed to eliminate the need to clean circuit boards, but why are so many electronics assemblers still running with the cleaning process? You will find cleaning is not an option, but especially important when come to high-end boards in industries such as aerospace, automotive, high-end computing, medical and telecommunications for long-term reliability and quality purposes. In this webinar, you will learn about the true definition of “No-clean” and the benefits of removing them from circuit boards.

To register for this webinar, please click: Register for free webinar

For more information about Zestron, please visit: https://www.zestron.com/my

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