AOI

Mek has launched a newly redesigned version of the PowerSpector JSAz 350 desktop AOI system. Rather than having a completely different chassis shape to the PowerSpector 550 as the old 350 did, the new 350 AOI is now simply a smaller version of the newer 550 chassis. The major mechanical update in the new PowerSpector automatic optical inspection (AOI) machine is its fixed PCB stage. In the previous model, the PCB moved in the Y…
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For most electronics manufacturing engineers, time and budget constraints often make traveling for equipment demonstrations a luxury few can afford. Yet, investing in a new AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) or SPI (Solder Paste Inspection) system is a critical decision that requires more than just a brochure or a generic video. At Mek (Marantz Electronics), we’ve bridged the gap between our Netherlands showroom and your facility, wherever you are in the world. Real-World Testing: Your Boards,…
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The electronics market is driving a rapid increase in component complexity and PCB density. Telecom, data-centre, and automotive assemblies now routinely include large BGAs, high-pin-count connectors, mixed-height components, and tight fine-pitch layouts. These trends challenge traditional inspection methods and require AOI systems that deliver high accuracy, high throughput, and robust defect coverage. Modern AOI is no longer limited to 2D imaging. Today’s production lines rely on hybrid 2D/3D AOI, AI-based defect classification, and inline inspection…
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Published in SMT Today in February 2026 Founded in 1987 and located in Nivelles, Belgium, DVC has built a reputation for delivering high-quality, reliable electronic manufacturing services — from initial specification and development through prototyping, production, and PCB testing. The company works in different domains, such as: HVAC, automotive, railway, medical, energy, industry, military and space sectors. — always with a focus on reliability, quality, innovation and futureproofing. The company’s philosophy is guided by sustainability,…
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  Kat Mekatronik, based in Istanbul, Turkey, is a family-owned business with seven decades of experience in the automotive electronics sector. Specializing in high-quality components for a wide range of industries, including agriculture, marine, off-highway vehicles, and passenger cars, the company is trusted by prestigious OEM clients such as Volkswagen AG, BMW AG, and Ford Motor Company. With a focus on modern, efficient production processes, Kat Mekatronik follows an all-in-one-place approach, allowing them to carry…
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