Transition Automation, Inc.
Transition Automation is a pioneering company which develops and sells advanced Permalex Edge Metal Squeegees for SMT printing, and also precision SMT printing systems.
Transition Automation, Inc. is the world's leading supplier of advanced squeegee technology for improving SMT print quality and production yield. Our pioneering efforts have led to many patented and innovative enhancements which have allowed end-users to transition to ever finer and more advanced electronics devices. We continue to develop improvements and are expanding our capabilities to include advanced printing systems, and thick-film and screen-printing enhancements.
Your Printing Process is Critical - Make an intelligent choice with Permalex Edge ® Metal Squeegees
Permalex Edge Metal Squeegees are premium metal squeegees used for SMT and Microelectronics printing applications. Transition Automation, Inc. offers this outstanding line of products to enhance your electronics manufacturing and perfect your lead-free process. Your satisfaction is guaranteed by our no-questions-asked 30-day guarantee and expert customer service. At Transition Automation, Inc. Permalex squeegees are our only business.
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PrinTEK Ultra-Fine Pitch Benchtop SMT Stencil Printer
A highly refined and capable Ultra-Fine Pitch printer suited for all types of Fine Pitch SMT production. PrinTEK I MP-1818 embodies Transition Automation’s 20+ years of expertise in Fine Pitch SMT printing and squeegee design to...
PrinTEK I PPS - Manual SMT Stencil Printer
The PrinTEK i-PPS manual printer features a solid tooling plate shuttle for your pc board and a good stencil mounting platform. This printer is a very accurate tabletop printer with a precision Permalex edge hand squeegee. The equipment provides e...
PrinTEK I APS - Semi-Automatic SMT Stencil Printer
The PrinTEK I Model APS gives you exceptional fine pitch accuracy along with an open design for easy stencil loading and alignment. A precision R-Theta tooling plate is manually loaded and unloaded during the print cycle, and the squeegee stroke a...
PANASONIC SQUEEGEES - PERMALEX RIVETED SHIM ASSEMBLY FOR RUBBER SQUEEGEES
PANASONC Permalex riveted shim assembly for rubber squeegee with 20 degree angle - (5.92 - 7.87 inch) (151 - 200 mm) PLX-PAN-A-6 PANASONC Permalex riveted shim assembly for rubber squeegee with 20 degree...
PANASONIC SPP, SPPA, SPPD, SPPG1, SPPG3, SPPV - REPLACEMENT SQUEEGIE BLADES
Panasonic, Create, KME Squeegee Models - SPP, SPPA, SPPD, SPPG1, SPPG3, SPPV - replacement Permalex blade - (5.92 - 7.87 inch) (151 - 200 mm) PLX-PAN-R2-6 Panasonic, Create, KME Squeegee Models - SPP, SP...
PANASONIC SQUEEGEES MODELS - SPP, SPPA, SPPD, SPPG1, SPPG3, SPPV
PANASONIC squeegee holder and Permalex blade (select machine and machine size below includes paste retainers) - (5.92 - 7.87 inch) (151 - 200 mm) PLX-PAN-[MOD #][SIZE]-6-PR PANASONIC squeegee holder and...
PANASONIC- SP10P-M, SP20P-M, SP22P-M, SP28, SP28P-D (H), SP60, SP60P-M, SP80 KME SQUEEGEES MODELS
Panasonic, Create, KME - SP10P-M, SP20P-M, SP22P-M, SP28, SP28P-D (H), SP60, SP60P-M, SP80 holder and Permalex squeegee blade - (5.92 - 7.87 inch) (151 - 200 mm) PLX-PAN-T-6-PR Panasonic, Create, KME - SP10P-M...
Panasonic SP18 Permalex Replacement Blade
Panasonic SP18 Permalex Replacement Blade for Model SP18 - (5.92 - 7.87 inch) (151 - 200 mm) PLX-PAN-U2-6 Panasonic SP18 Permalex Replacement Blade for Model SP18 - (7.88 - 9.84 inch) (201 - 250 mm) &nbs...
Panasonic SP18 Holder & Permalex Blade for Model SP18
Panasonic SP18 Holder and Permalex Blade for Model SP18 - (5.92 - 7.87 inch) (151 - 200 mm) PLX-PAN-U-6-PR Panasonic SP18 Holder and Permalex Blade for Model SP18 - (7.88 - 9.84 inch) (201 - 250 mm) ...
Panasonic SPG Permalex Replacement Blade
Panasonic SPG Permalex Replacement Blade for Model SPG - (5.92 - 7.87 inch) (151 - 200 mm) PLX-PAN-V2-6 Panasonic SPG Permalex Replacement Blade for Model SPG - (7.88 - 9.84 inch) (201 - 250 mm) &...
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Transition Automation Introduces New Slim-LineTM Universal Squeegee Holder
Jan 09, 2023 | Transition Automation, Inc. is pleased to announce the release of a new "Slim-Line Tool Free" Squeegee Holder System at this year's IPC APEX EXPO Trade Show in booth #3325. The new holder design is aptly named SlimLine to highlight the flat front surface and lack of screws or clamp bar features. This new holder design is our first "tool free" holder that allows for blade changes without the use of screwdrivers, nut wrenches or other tools. The new design incorporates magnets to secure the main body of the squeegee blade and unique end "locks" that have a very low profile. The result is a holder that provides a complete smooth front blade surface. The benefit of this design is that the squeegee blade does not have any protruding elements that typically interfere with solder paste rolling. Clamp bars, screws and hardware located in the front of the squeegee cause interruption and difficulty when maintaining squeegees. Screws get clogged with dried solder paste and paste will stick on any protruding surface. By eliminating these protruding elements, this new squeegee holder improves print quality and cleaning ability. Now, users can simply swipe across the front squeegee and obtain complete cleaning with a smooth spatula. This design is available for all SMT printers and maintains similar design outline as previous Transition Automation holder geometries. Another goal of the new design is to minimize interstitial spaces where cleaning fluid and paste can be trapped.
Transition Automation Introduces New Permalex S Series
Dec 14, 2022 | Specific for Aqueous Cleaning and Water-Based Paste Formulations
Transition Automation Improves Permalex Double-Edge Squeegee Assembly for Yamaha YSP
Nov 15, 2022 | Transition Automation, Inc. today announces an update to its double-edge squeegee assembly for Yamaha YSP SMT printer platforms. The addition of end-anchor points to the bonded Permalex blade improves the life of the assembly by preventing the boundary limited bonding that can cause separation.
Transition Automation Introduces Universal Holder for Ersa SMT Printers
Oct 20, 2022 | Transition Automation, Inc. releases a new Universal Permalex Holder and Blade Assembly to install on Ersa SMT Printers.
Transition Automation Introduces Updated Holder Design for Better Blade Support
Feb 25, 2022 | Transition Automation today releases an updated holder design to improve blade support and simplify maintenance and blade changes for SMT printer operators. This new revision increases the holder width supporting the blade, which eliminates the support shim normally included with the holder assembly. This change also allows for faster printing speeds and better blade wiping as well as eliminating the problem of solder paste becoming lodged between the shim and blade after long use. An additional upgrade is the change to alloy steel flat head screws (vs. stainless steel). Alloy steel screws are less prone to stripping and deformation, making it easier to replace blades.
Transition Automation Introduces Updated Holder Design for Better Blade Support
Feb 25, 2022 | Transition Automation today releases an updated holder design to improve blade support and simplify maintenance and blade changes for SMT printer operators. This new revision increases the holder width supporting the blade, which eliminates the support shim normally included with the holder assembly. This change also allows for faster printing speeds and better blade wiping as well as eliminating the problem of solder paste becoming lodged between the shim and blade after long use. An additional upgrade is the change to alloy steel flat head screws (vs. stainless steel). Alloy steel screws are less prone to stripping and deformation, making it easier to replace blades.
Permalex Squeegees Selected by Henkel/Aqua Membranes for Advanced RO Filter Technology
Jan 23, 2022 | Transition Automation's Advanced Permalex squeegees have passed initial trials in a new technology development between Henkel's Advanced Resins Division and Aqua Membranes. The technology under development is a new innovation that creates 3D printed membranes for improved Reverse Osmosis Filtration. Transition Automation supplied several versions of Permalex squeegee to enable this project to reach its goals. The project is featured in a YouTube Presentation located at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3zF1Umbekow.
Transition Automation to Exhibit at SMTA Austin Expo and Tech Forum on October 19th
Oct 17, 2021 | Transition Automation, Inc. announces that it will exhibit Permalex Long Life Metal Squeegees and Advanced Holder Systems at the upcoming Austin Expo and Tech Forum to be held this Tuesday, October 19 at the Norris Conference Center, in Austin, TX.
Transition Automation to Exhibit at SMTA Space Coast Expo and Tech Forum on October 7
Oct 07, 2021 | Transition Automation, Inc. announces that it will exhibit Permalex Long Life Metal Squeegees and Advanced Holder Systems in booth #26 at the upcoming SMTA Space Coast Expo and Tech Forum to be held this Thursday, October 7 at the Melbourne Auditorium in Melbourne, FL.
Transition Automation Selects PDMTech Services for Representation in Canada
Sep 23, 2021 | Transition Automation, Inc. today announces that it has selected PDMTech Services as its exclusive representative for Permalex Edge Metal Squeegee and Universal Squeegee Holder Systems as well as advanced Batch SMT Printers for the territory of Canada.
