Towards a Data-Driven Cleaning Environment

September 19, 2018 | Stephen Las Marias, I-Connect007

Tom Forsythe, executive vice president at KYZEN, discusses the most critical challenges of the cleaning process, a new approach to testing the cleanliness of PCB assemblies, and how KYZEN is helping customers develop a more data-driven approach to cleaning.

Artificial Intelligence: Super-Exciting, Ultra-Competitive

September 18, 2018 | Dr. Jennie Hwang, H-Technologies Group

Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) have become common everyday words, however, the present reality and future potential are yet to evolve. This article looks into the key considerations and strategies to better leverage these trends that are expected to transform the manufacturing world.

Cleaning a No-clean Flux: The Worst Decision You’ve Ever Made?

September 4, 2018 | Eric Camden, Foresite

There are a few reasons to choose to clean a no-clean flux, such as when the PCB assembly requires conformal coating, or when probes are required for testing. Other than that, there seems to be no need to clean a no-clean flux. This...

Advanced Digitalization Makes Best Practice, Part 2: Adaptive Planning

August 27, 2018 | Michael Ford, Aegis Software

For Industry 4.0 operations, Adaptive Planning has the capability of replacing both legacy APS tools, simulations, and even Excel solutions. As time goes on, with increases in the scope, quality and reliability of live data coming...