Ny 'best practice' guide til SMT-produktion

Det engelske konsulenthus A.R.T. har udarbejdet den 'best practice' guide omkring SMT-produktion og optimering af assembly-linjer (in english).

Advanced Rework Technology Ltd (A.R.T.), the leading independent provider of IPC-certified and bespoke training services for the electronics assembly industry, has produced a best practice guide to Surface Mount Technology (SMT) that provides insights and practical advice to help optimise the assembly line.

A.R.T. Managing Director & Master IPC trainer, Debbie McDade explains:

- Mastering SMT requires a solid understanding of the techniques and processes involved, from the initial application of solder paste to the final inspection of solder joints. Each stage of the assembly process plays a crucial role in ensuring high-quality outcomes, and even minor errors can lead to defects that compromise the functionality of the final product. Whether you’re new to SMT or looking to refine your existing processes, this guide will provide the insights and practical advice you need to optimise your assembly line and stay ahead in the fast-paced world of electron

The SMT guide covers: solder paste application; component placement; reflow soldering; automated optical inspection (AOI) and X-ray inspection, and maintenance. It also suggests that to enhance the efficiency and quality of an SMT assembly line, Lean Manufacturing principles which focus on reducing waste, minimising setup times, and improving overall workflow, should be considered.

Debbie McDade adds:

- Skilled operators are very valuable, so it is vital to keep your personnel up to date with the latest thinking and practices. A.R.T. delivers training that ensures that your electronics assembly technicians perform to the best of their ability – and develop their skills using best practice.”

Access the SMT best practice guide at: https://rework.co.uk/blog/in-depth-guide-to-surface-mount-technology/

About A.R.T.

Established in 1988, Advanced Rework Technology (A.R.T.) Ltd is a fully Independent Electronics Training Provider, with customers in the UK and around the world in the Military, Medical, Aviation, Aerospace and Automotive industries. Our staff are all highly trained, motivated individuals that have extensive experience in electronic design, fabrication, assembly, rework and repair. Training is carried out using the latest equipment for hand soldering and rework of PCBs at our custom-built training centre or at our customers’ facilities. Both practical and theory-based training is offered.

A.R.T. provides bespoke training which can be customised to meet the requirements of our customers. We are also one of only a small number of fully accredited IPC certification centres worldwide that can offer certified IPC training to all programs including Space and Military Addendums, to all IPC standards. A.R.T. also offers consultancy, inspection plans, materials/processes and auditing services.

A.R.T. offers all IPC training classes to every standard and all levels required: CID - Certified Interconnect Design; CID+ - Certified Interconnect Design Enhanced; CIS - Certified IPC Specialist; CIT - Certified IPC Trainer; CSE - Certified Standards Expert. Our C Courses are designed to include theory and hands on practical training in assembly, inspection, rework and repair. For higher end assemblies we also offer practical BGA rework training: C1 – Soldering and Rework of Surface mount Devices; C1BGA – Rework of Surface Mount Ball Grid Arrays; C5 – Hand Soldering Techniques.