Electronics Forum | Mon Jul 29 08:21:54 EDT 2002 | pjc
All DEK 248 semi-auto printers have been built in China for quite some time (years). Its shipped to the UK from China. All DEK ELA models are now built in China (past 6 mos.?). Thats the fact Jack. All MPM models are built in Mass. Its the savings in
Electronics Forum | Mon Jul 29 11:08:39 EDT 2002 | Rob Fischer
How about Kulicke and Soffa? They've been making their wire bonding equipment there for years and have finally decided to do all of their manufacturing there. I think we're all faced with the same concern and it is frustrating because there are ver
Electronics Forum | Wed Jul 31 10:03:44 EDT 2002 | gdstanton
Todd, Slim KIC 2000 would be my choice. We traded our Gold M.O.L.E for it and are very happy with the performance. The optimization program is great. No more guessing. The only thing I could gripe about is that it sucks up 9V batteries pretty quic
Electronics Forum | Tue Jul 30 13:58:26 EDT 2002 | dragonslayr
To all SMTneters: I am seeking recommendations for software packages. I will be managing a Document Control Center for a Contract Manufacturer. I am aware of the functions, duties but do not know the commercial names of software needed. We will be ne
Electronics Forum | Tue Aug 06 17:14:33 EDT 2002 | melo_guy
I thought this would be a good place to post to get input from the "trenches" as to what is going to be the next consumer fad? It seems like the market is in need of something new to instigate future consumption. I work for an electronic component
Electronics Forum | Tue Aug 13 17:03:37 EDT 2002 | Mick
The Electra and Electra 500 are basically the same. 20 or 24" As far as the other items Spray fluxer type can be picky on flux type(solids content etc)and also there are choices for selective spraying Check out finger conveyor config - may suit palle
Electronics Forum | Thu Aug 15 09:06:59 EDT 2002 | davef
Very short list of strategies: * Accept only products are designed to be manufactured and tested. * Assure components are of the proper form and are solderable. * Make sure your processes are capable and in control. * Provide lots of training for you
Electronics Forum | Fri Aug 30 17:33:20 EDT 2002 | slthomas
Thanks, guys. Hi Larry, long time no "see". Dave, 60k dots out of a Camalot 2800 does not a "Dispenser Boy" make. :P I'd print them in a heartbeat if the proximity to radial leads didn't necessitate me placing radials first. Oh, wait, I'd have to
Electronics Forum | Fri Sep 06 16:32:04 EDT 2002 | pgarsoe
I would think you would start by looking in the SMTnet directory for another supplier. The failure of one is a poor reason to get into the type of business you are considering, when that is not your type of business.I would be very leary of starting
Electronics Forum | Fri Sep 20 04:56:17 EDT 2002 | byates
Hire a seasoned SMT process eng and buy used equipment.I would use Fuji. There is a glut of used stuff out there and you can set up a whole line for under 200K. I have done this in the past and have set up over 10 lines myself using different equip m
