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Automate with KIC i4.0 Profiling and Software at NEPCON South China
Jul 24, 2018 | KIC is pleased to announce plans to exhibit at NEPCON South China, scheduled to take place Aug. 28-30, 2018 at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center. The new RPI i4.0 automatic profiling system with network software for real-time dashboard, data sharing and traceability storage will be demonstrated in Booth 1C53.
KIC to Discuss Closing the Loop at SMT/Hybrid/Packaging
May 21, 2018 | KIC announced today that they will co-exhibit in the SmartRep booth, Hall 4A, Stand 230, at the upcoming SMT/Hybrid/Packaging show, scheduled to take place June 5-7 at the Messe in Nuremberg, Germany. KIC will discuss ‘Closing the Loop’ with the KIC Eco-system (systems that work together to help run your production more effectively from NPI through manufacturing and traceability data).
KIC to Discuss the Smart Factory Starter Kit at May SMTA Expos
Apr 11, 2018 | KIC announced that MB (Marybeth) Allen will discuss the retrofittable Smart Factory Starter Kit that contains all of the elements of the smart factory concept relating to reflow and curing ovens at the SMTA Wisconsin, Carolinas and Michigan Expos. The SMTA Wisconsin Expo & Tech Forum is scheduled to take place Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at the Milwaukee Airport Crowne Plaza in Milwaukee, WI. The Carolinas Expo & Tech Forum will be held Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at the DoubleTree Raleigh Brownstone in Raleigh, NC, and the Michigan Expo & Tech Forum will take place Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at Laurel Manor in Livonia, MI.
KIC Promotes Ryan Wilshusen to R&D Manager
Apr 04, 2018 | KIC today announced the appointment of Ryan Wilshusen as its R&D manager. He joined the company in 2016 with more than 16 years of experience as an electrical engineer with respected companies, such as HP, and various industries, including medical, industrial, aviation and consumer. Wilshusen has demonstrated strong management capabilities with a consistent track record of anticipating consequences of new designs, initiating solutions, and completing specifications on the first attempt.
Smart Factory Starter Kit from KIC at the SMTA Dallas Expo
Mar 29, 2018 | KIC announces plans to exhibit at the SMTA Dallas Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at the Plano Centre in Plano, TX. The retrofittable starter kit has all of the elements of the smart factory concept as it relates to the reflow and curing ovens:
KIC to showcase real-time dashboard, traceability and data analytics at NEPCON China
Mar 20, 2018 | KIC today announced plans to exhibit in Booth 1B58 at NEPCON China, scheduled to take place April 24-26, 2018 at the Shanghai World EXPO Exhibition & Convention Center. The KIC team will debut the new ecosystem led by the Vantage network software system and discuss the SPS smart profiler.
KIC Demonstrates Smart Factory Technologies With IPC CFX Communication at APEX
Feb 22, 2018 | KIC plans to showcase the benefits of connected smart oven technologies at the 2018 IPC APEX EXPO. An active member of the IPC Connected Factory Exchange (CFX) committee since the beginning, KIC will offer demonstrations of the connected factory, process visibility, traceability and more in booth #3301 during the three-day event.
Industry 4.0 Smart Factory Starter Kit from KIC at APEX
Jan 24, 2018 | KIC today announced plans to showcase its Smart Factory Starter Kit for reflow ovens in Booth #3301 at the 2018 IPC APEX EXPO. The retrofitable starter kit has virtually all of the elements of the smart factory concept as it relates to the reflow oven:
KIC Receives Global Technology Award for Its SPS Smart Profiler
Nov 15, 2017 | KIC announces that it was awarded a 2017 Global Technology Award in the category of Assembly Tools for its SPS Smart Profiler. The award was presented to the company during a Tuesday, Nov. 14, 2017 ceremony that took place during productronica in Munich, Germany. The SPS utilizes smart factory technologies to acquire and analyze thermal process for new insight and actionable data leading to increased production line utilization, reduced rework and electricity use.
KIC to Exhibit at SMTA Silicon Valley Expo
Nov 02, 2017 | KIC announces plans to exhibit at the SMTA Silicon Valley Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Wednesday, Nov. 29, 2017 at Bestronics, Inc. in San Jose, CA. MB (Marybeth) Allen will showcase how to turn your reflow ovens into a smart ovens with KIC’s eco system comprised of a smart profiler, automatic profiling system and the all new KIC Vantage network insight software.
KIC and SmartRep introduce real-time dashboard, traceability and data analytics at productronica
Oct 17, 2017 | KIC today announced plans to exhibit with SmartRep in Hall A2, Stand 361 at productronica 2017, scheduled to take place Nov. 14 – 17, 2017 at the Messe München in Germany. The KIC team will debut the new ecosystem led by the Vantage network software system and discuss the SPS smart profiler.
KIC releases new smart technology for real-time insight into reflow and wave solder processes
Oct 12, 2017 | KIC is pleased to announce the release of its new Vantage network software system. The new software provides a real-time dash-board for thermal processes, accessible anywhere, from any authorized PC or mobile device. The process data is automatically stored in a central location where the engineer can quickly retrieve and share all relevant data.
KIC’s MB Allen to Discuss Smart Reflow Ovens for the Industry 4.0 Factory
Oct 08, 2017 | KIC announces that MB (Marybeth) Allen will present at the SMTA New England Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, Nov. 16, 2017 at the DCU Center in Worcester, MA. Allen will present, “The Smart Reflow Oven for the Industry 4.0 factory.”
ViTrox and KIC Establish Cooperation and Connectivity
Aug 16, 2017 | KIC today announced a new business relationship with ViTrox Corporation. ViTrox, the leader in visual inspection and production line dashboard systems, and KIC, the smart oven technology company, have established this new business relationship to meet the needs of the evolving electronics industry. The need for real-time data and insight from production machines and inspection systems is growing rapidly as the electronic manufacturing industry converts factories into smart production facilities. While real-time dashboard and traceability systems have been around for some time, the ‘black box’ reflow process has been a glaring omission in such systems. The ViTrox V-One system will connect to KIC’s automatic profiling and thermal monitoring systems to offer a full line solution.
Move up the SMART FACTORY Learning Curve with KIC at SMTA International
Aug 15, 2017 | KIC announces plans to exhibit in Booth #123 at SMTA International, scheduled to take place September 19-20, 2017 at the Donald Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. The KIC team will showcase the KIC ecosystem comprised of the brand new SPS Smart Profiler, RPI automatic profiling system, and the new Vantage with networked real-time dashboard.
Carlos Espinoza Promoted to Operations Manager for KIC
Aug 03, 2017 | KIC is pleased to announce the promotion of Carlos Espinoza to Operations Manager. Espinoza joined KIC in September 2016 as a senior buyer/planner, and quickly climbed the ladder at KIC to operations manager within 8 months.
KIC Appoints Accomplished Engineering Manager
Jul 26, 2017 | KIC today announced the appointment of Ryan Wilshusen as its engineering manager. He joins the company with more than 16 years of experience as an electrical engineer with respected companies, such as HP, and various industries, including medical, industrial, aviation and consumer.
Making Ovens Smarter – Visit KIC at NEPCON South China
Jul 25, 2017 | KIC today announced plans to exhibit in Stand 1N55 at NEPCON South China, scheduled to take place August 29-31, 2017 at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center. The company will showcase the KIC ecosystem comprised of the brand new SPS Smart Profiler, RPI automatic profiling system, and the new Vantage with networked real-time dashboard.
KIC Honors Bjorn Dahle for 20 Years of Innovating Thermal Process Tools
Jul 12, 2017 | KIC announces that its president, Bjorn Dahle, celebrated his 20-year milestone with the company. Though he joined KIC in 1996 and assumed his role as the company’s President in 2000, Dahle believes he is just getting started. KIC’s thermal profiling products have become omnipresent in the EMS industry with the well-known KIC logo appearing on reflow ovens in thousands of factories.
Larry Fey Joins KIC as Principal Electrical Engineer
Jul 10, 2017 | KIC announces the appointment of Larry Fey as Principal Electrical Engineer. Fey is an exceptionally skilled and accomplished electrical engineer with more than 27 years of hands-on design experience. He has been active in all phases of product development, including feasibility studies, planning, design, CAD, assembly, testing, field trials, production support and customer assistance.
Move toward the future of line connectivity, flexible production, process transparency, machine learning and real-time insight
Jun 13, 2017 | KIC announces plans to exhibit at the SMTA Ohio Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, July 13, 2017 at the Embassy Suites Cleveland Rockside in Independence (Cleveland), OH. MB (Marybeth) Allen will showcase discuss how to turn your factory into a Smart Factory with KIC’s new SPS Smart Profiler reflow process inspection tool and all new KIC Vantage network insight software.
Turn Your Factory into a SMART FACTORY – Meet with KIC’s MB Allen at the SMTA Upper Midwest Expo
Jun 01, 2017 | KIC announces plans to exhibit at the SMTA Upper Midwest Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, June 22, 2017 at the DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis – Park Place in Minneapolis, MN. MB (Marybeth) Allen will showcase KIC’s new SPS Smart Profiler reflow process inspection tool and all new KIC Vantage network insight software. Combined, these solutions will quickly move you up the Smart Factory learning curve and turn your factory into a Smart Factory.
KIC’s MB Allen to Discuss Thermal Process Data Collection at SMTA Michigan
May 03, 2017 | KIC will exhibit at the SMTA Michigan Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, May 11, 2017 at the Crossroads Conference Center in Grand Rapids, MI. MB (Marybeth) Allen will showcase the Vantage network intelligence system and KIC SPS Smart Thermal Profiler. The new SPS Smart Profiler for reflow, wave and curing transforms thermal process data collection from a costly chore to a value-added function.
Reduce costs through thermal process optimization with KIC at SMT Nuremberg
May 01, 2017 | KIC today announced plans to exhibit with SmartRep in booth 4A-230 at SMT Hybrid Packaging, scheduled to take place May 16-18, 2017 in Nuremberg, Germany. KIC’s representatives will showcase the new KIC SPS thermal profiler and Vantage network intelligence system.
Smart Profiling System at NEPCON Shanghai – KIC SPS
Mar 22, 2017 | KIC will introduce the new KIC SPS thermal profiler in China in Stand 1G12# at NEPCON China, scheduled to take place April 25-27, 2017 at the Shanghai World EXPO Exhibition & Convention Center.
KIC Debuts New Smart Profilers
Mar 17, 2017 | KIC today announced plans to introduce its new thermal profiler. This new reflow profiler transforms thermal process data collection from a costly chore to a value-added function. The core function of a reflow oven is to produce an acceptable profile on each PCB. The new KIC SPS smart profiler collects the profile data and compares it to the process specifications. Within seconds, our new smart profiler also suggests an improved reflow oven setup.
KIC Brings on New R&D Manager
Feb 07, 2017 | KIC today announced that it has hired Bill Kazmierowicz. Kazmierowicz will develop new products and services, using the latest technologies, techniques and materials.
KIC Strengthens Its Sales Channels & Customer Support in the Upper Midwest
Jan 24, 2017 | KIC is pleased to announce the appointment E-tronix as its representative in the Upper Midwest. E-tronix is an experienced manufacturers’ representative company that specializes in the electronics assembly, medical device manufacturing, semiconductor manufacturing and research and development industries. KIC has signed on E-tronix to cover the Upper Midwest territory, including Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin, North Dakota, South Dakota and Iowa.
KIC introduces the $35,000 Smart Factory Starter Kit at APEX
Jan 10, 2017 | KIC today announced plans to introduce its new Smart Factory Starter Kit in Booth #3019 at the 2017 IPC APEX EXPO, scheduled to take place Feb. 14-16, 2017 at the San Diego Convention Center in Calif.
KIC Celebrates 40 Years of Helping Manufacturers Improve Quality & Reduce Costs Through Thermal Process Optimization
Jan 03, 2017 | KIC today announces its 40th year anniversary in the thermal processing business, helping manufacturers improve quality while reducing costs. A key to KIC’s success is the ability to provide value to its customers by giving them real-time and historic thermal process data that allows the manufacturer to make better decisions, faster.
ACI Technologies Conducts Hands-on Profiling and Solder Reflow Course with KIC Equipment
Nov 17, 2016 | KIC today announced that ACI Technologies will host a “Profiling and Solder Reflow: Electronics Manufacturing Skills Training” from Nov. 21-22, 2016. The hands-on training will be conducted on KIC’s automated thermal process tools and systems, and will provide personnel with the knowledge and skills necessary to setup and operate a reflow process. Upon completion students will be able to apply their knowledge of reflow soldering techniques by successfully identifying the heat transfer modes and systems for each reflow method covered.
MB Allen to Present Recent Research at the SMTA Space Coast Expo
Oct 17, 2016 | KIC today announced plans to exhibit at the SMTA Space Coast Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, Nov. 17, 2016 at the Melbourne Auditorium in FL. MB (Marybeth) Allen will present “Optimization of the Reflow Profile to Minimize Voiding” at 11 a.m.
Optimize Your Reflow Profile at the SMTA New England Expo Booth 604
Oct 13, 2016 | KIC today announced plans to exhibit at the New England Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, November 3, 2016 at the DCU Center in Worcester, MA. MB (Marybeth) Allen will present “Optimization of the Reflow Profile to Minimize Voiding.”
Leading Automated Thermal Process Tools – Visit KIC at MATELEC
Oct 11, 2016 | KIC today announced that its distributor in Spain, Propelec, will represent the company at MATELEC, scheduled to take place Oct 25-28, 2016 in Madrid, Spain. Visit Hall 5 – Booth #5B03 & 5B05 to learn more about KIC’s X5 Profiler, automatic profiling, and smart oven technology.
KIC Offers Automation and Smart Oven Technology for the Smart Factory
Sep 06, 2016 | KIC today announced that it will exhibit at the SMTA Guadalajara Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Oct. 5-6, 2016 at Hotel Riu Guadalajara. KIC will demonstrate how its smart oven technologies lead to reduced production costs, higher quality and the new capabilities that the electronic assembly market demands.
KIC’s MB Allen to Present ‘Optimized Reflow Profiling to Minimize Voiding’ during SMTAI
Sep 01, 2016 | KIC today announced that Marybeth (MB) Allen will present “Optimized Reflow Profiling to Minimize Voiding” during SMTA International. The presentation is scheduled to take place during the IPC Session ‘Lead-Free Symposium,’ Session LF2 on Thursday, Sept. 29, 2016 from 11 a.m.-12 p.m.
Make Your Oven Smarter! Visit KIC in Booth #338 at SMTAI
Aug 31, 2016 | KIC today announced that it will exhibit in Booth #338 at SMTA International, scheduled to take place September 27-28, 2016 at the Donald Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL. KIC will demonstrate how its smart oven technologies lead to reduced production costs, higher quality and the new capabilities that the electronic assembly market demands.
Tired of profiling? KIC to show automatic real-time profiling at NEPCON South China
Aug 01, 2016 | KIC today announced that it will exhibit in Booth #1N35 at NEPCON South China, scheduled to take place August 30-September 1, 2016 at the Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center. KIC will showcase its automatic smart oven technologies that eliminate manual tasks such as periodic manual profiling and reduce the opportunities for human mistakes in setting up and running the ovens. Products on display will include: the KIC RPI, X5 Profiler, K2 Profile Setter, KICstart2 Thermal Profiler and KIC EK-7 Thermal Profiler.
KIC’s MB Allen to Present “Optimization of the Reflow Profile to Minimize Voiding”
Jul 18, 2016 | KIC today announced plans to participate in the SMTA Carolinas Chapter Tech Session, scheduled to take place Thursday, August 18th in Greenville, SC. The event will be hosted by Hubbell Lighting, Inc. MB (Marybeth) Allen will present “Optimization of the Reflow Profile to Minimize Voiding.”
Find Out How to Reduce Production Costs at SMTA Chihuahua
Jul 07, 2016 | KIC today announced that it will exhibit at the SMTA Chihuahua Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, July 14 at the Casa Grande Hotel
In Chihuahua, Mexico. Miguel Carbajal, KIC’s Sales Manager in Mexico, will be available to discuss KIC’s smart oven technologies.
KIC Follows up ‘Making Ovens Smarter’ with Free Webinar on July 13
Jun 28, 2016 | KIC announces that on July 13 at 9 a.m. Pacific/12 p.m. Eastern, Miles Moreau and Bjorn Dahle of KIC will present content from the company’s latest white paper in a free, live webinar.
Industry Expert MB Allen to Present at the Southern California Reliability Workshop
May 31, 2016 | KIC today announced plans to sponsor and participate in the Southern California Reliability Workshop, schedule to take place Tuesday, June 7th at the Green Dragon Tavern and Museum in Carlsbad, CA. Marybeth (MB) Allen will present “Improving Productivity in a High-Mix Environment – Reflow Related.”
KIC Brings on New COO
May 03, 2016 | KIC today announced that it has hired Isidre Rosello. Reporting directly to the company’s president, Rosello will plan and direct KIC’s operations, new product and services development, company objectives, initiatives, and drive the company’s financial and operational goals.
KIC to Present during ACI Technologies’ Third Annual Tech Expo
Apr 17, 2016 | KIC today announced that Robert Baxter, Service Manager, will present during ACI Technologies’ Third Annual Tech Expo, scheduled to take place April 27-28th at its facility in Philadelphia, PA. Baxter will present “Making Ovens Smarter.”
KIC Smart Technologies Can Be Retrofitted for All Oven Models – Learn More at SMTA Michigan
Apr 14, 2016 | KIC today announced that it will exhibit at the SMTA Michigan Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, May 19, 2016 at Laurel Manor in Livonia, MI. Marybeth (MB) Allen, Product Manager, will be available to discuss KIC’s smart oven technologies.
Find Out How KIC Is “Making Ovens Smarter” at SMT/Hybrid/Packaging 2016
Mar 30, 2016 | KIC today announced that it will exhibit in Booth #7A-315 at SMT/Hybrid/Packaging, scheduled to take place April 26-28, 2016 at the Messe in Nuremberg, Germany. KIC will demonstrate how its smart oven technologies lead to reduced production cost, higher quality and new capabilities that the electronic assembly market is starting to demand.
KIC’s Technologies Automatically Measure the PCB Profile – Find out How at SMTA Atlanta
Mar 30, 2016 | KIC today announced that it will exhibit at the 20th Annual SMTA Atlanta Expo, scheduled to take place Wednesday, April 20th at the Infinite Energy Center (Formerly Gwinnett Center) in Duluth, GA. Robert Baxter, KIC’s Service Manager, will be available to discuss KIC’s smart oven technologies.
KIC’s Technologies Lead to Reduced Production Cost, Higher Quality and New Capabilities – Find Out How at SMTA Monterrey
Mar 27, 2016 | KIC today announced that it will exhibit at the SMTA Monterrey Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, April 14 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel (Apodaca) in Monterrey. Miguel Carbajal, KIC’s Sales Manager in Mexico, will be available to discuss KIC’s smart oven technologies.
KIC Will Showcase Its Automated Smart Oven Technologies at NEPCON China
Mar 24, 2016 | KIC today announced that it will exhibit in Booth #1G22 at NEPCON China, scheduled to take place April 26-28, 2016 at the Shanghai World EXPO Exhibition & Convention Center. KIC will showcase its automatic smart oven technologies that eliminate manual tasks such as periodic manual profiling and reduce the opportunities for human mistakes in setting up and running the ovens.
KIC Authors and Releases ‘Making Ovens Smarter’ White Paper
Feb 21, 2016 | KIC today announced the release of a new white paper, entitled ‘Making Ovens Smarter,’ that sets out to explain the value of — and the path to — smarter reflow ovens. The paper, which is available for download in numerous places including leading industry media sites, discusses trends such as Industry 4.0, Smart Factory, IoM (Internet of Manufacturing) and IoT (Internet of Things) as well as offers an explanation of benefits that can be gained by making ovens smarter and connected.
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