Saunders Electronics has recently purchased the Mirtec MV-7 in-line AOI inspection system. The technologically advanced MV-7 comes with 5 cameras with 9.8 micron/pixel resolution. This top of the line system allows for superior lifted lead detection for gullwing devices, four point height measurement for co planarity testing of BGA and CSP devices and enhanced solder paste measurement capabilities.
Saunders Electronics is proud to announce its AS9100 Aerospace Quality Standard System Certification. This accomplishment advances the company’s long term goal of attaining a world class quality management system. AS 9100 was developed by the International Organization for Standardization, assisting aerospace industry manufacturers to employ quality assurance practices in customer service, product design and development, testing and production methodologies, process control, risk management, and traceability. The Registrar Company of Dallas, Texas conducted the audit in parallel to our re-certification to ISO9001-2000.
Saunders Electronics has hired Dennis Vandi as director of operations. Dennis was most recently the site general manager for the Plexus Electronic Assembly site in Ayer, Ma. Prior to Plexus, he held various positions including vice president of Texcel, director of quality and manufacturing for Genrad, quality and material manager of SCI Systems, and over 20 years with Digital Equipment Corp.
International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) is a set of United States government regulations that control the export and import of defense-related articles and services on the United States Munition list (USML). The United States Munitions List (USML) is a list of articles, services, and related technology designated as defense related by the United States federal government.
The USA made Rythm Selective Soldering System with nitrogen management from RPS Automation represents the latest innovation in high-precision selective soldering. The Rhythm is designed to successfully operate in both high mix and high volume assembly environments. It can be programmed in minutes to basic to complex thru-hole soldering needs. The Rhythm is designed for both lead and lead-free applications.