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completion. “Rapid Development Services’ technical


expertise in handling products, test socket and integration methods, precision in machining, robotic, PLC and actuator inte- gration, and customer support allowed Triton Network Systems to complete the integration of five work cells within 9 months. Their par- ticipation in the project has provided solu- tions that were identified by other integra- tors as ‘not possible’ or ‘need 12 months to develop’,” says Kreuzpaintner.


Durable Equipment When automated manufacturing sys-


tems are developed, the equipment must also be robust enough and the inte- gration reliable enough to oper- ate with near flawless capability and minimal supervision for the long haul.


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prior to starting. This increases machine uptime, since production does not require stopping for manual cleaning or nozzle reacti- vation. The consistency of the nozzle wall


improves heat energy transfer to the solder joint and the wave height is kept stable, ensur- ing greater overall process stability and higher quality. In poorly activated solder nozzles, the center may shift, resulting in solder bridges or washing away components. The LongLife noz- zle is designed for permanent and ideal activa- tion, due to its material properties. Finally, the new solder nozzle helps to


reduce the environmental impact of the sol- dering process as well. The nozzle conserves resources when compared with conventional solder nozzles. Due to the reduction of wear and tear and elimination of activation chem- icals, oxides and dross are reduced also. Sustainable production pro cesses, the


ability to react flexibly to new requirements, consistently high quality, and overall cost opti- mization are key focal points for SEHO. Often, innovative technologies that may be consid- ered small details make the largest difference. Contact: SEHO North America, Inc.,


1445 Jamike Avenue, Suite 1, Erlanger, KY 41018 % 859-371-7346 E-mail: sehona@sehona.com Web: www.seho.de/en/north-america r


Off-the-shelf equipment can provide a starting point, but most applications require a tailored or even customized solution.


In this regard, a distinct


advantage can be gained when working with an integrator that can couple the knowledge of cus- tom machine building with stan- dardized robotics, as well as develop specific control and com- munication support between pro- duction machinery and operator or inventory management sys- tems.


Pohlman, Inc., a Chester -


field, Missouri-based manufac- turer of screw machine products, benefitted from such an ap - proach, according to Hank Studt, Pohlman’s president. “RDS has provided three different auto- matic robotic pick-and-place machines that have been in use at Pohlman, Inc., for more than 10 years. The machinery has operated without any service needed by them. This technology helped us to get our products into mass production with a competi- tive advantage,” says Studt. He concludes, “The flexibili-


ty of six-axis robotic technology allows us to produce an array of products on the same equipment while maintaining a high-quality product. We have relied on this equipment to continue serving our customers.” Contact: Rapid Development


Services, 4329 Green Ash Drive, Earth City, MO 63045 % 866-900-1033 E-mail: info@rapidds.com Web: www.rapidds.com r


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