unilink is the branded bus service operated under contract and serving the university of southampton in hampshire , england .

the service was created in 1998 following the university 's expansion onto several new campuses , requiring new transport links between them .

the current contractor of the service is bluestar , part of the go-ahead group , who took over in 2008 .

the service also encourages use by members of the public outside the university community .

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unilink’s new “probation cloud” includes a fully outsourced option and is accredited to il3 .
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that’s a very good question . unilink have yet to announce what will eventually happen to them .
unilink has negotiated manufacturer support terms for clients which can be used in conjunction with exisiting terms .
unilink , the university’s dedicated bus service , has been relaunched with a new look and new vehicles .
7 days ' unlimited travel for under 16s on any bluestar & unilink bus in the zones listed below .
unilink can undertake a full analysis and comparison of alternative funding options on a financial and non financial basis .
unilink has a truck fleet consisted of modern and reliable equipments with brands that are synonymouss with safety and modernity .
the stirling unilink provides customers with services every 7 - 8 minutes , monday to friday from 8am to 6pm .
service information for bus operator minerva accord , also known as unilink / buses r ' ural us , of southampton .
the unilink upgrade complements the fleet’s existing flight deck which includes dual universal avionics fmss , installed as delivered from embraer .
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bus operator unilink is gearing up for the start of this year’s student influx by installing usb points for charging smartphones and tablets .
a unilink representative said most dual seats on all routes u1 , u2 , u6 and u9 will have the phone and tablet chargers .
unlimited travel on any bluestar & unilink bus within the southampton plus zone which includes totton , hedge end , eastleigh and chandlers ford .
all unilink routes are in the southampton zone - with a valid ticket you can also use any bluestar bus in the southampton zone too .
alex hovden , president of southampton university ’s students’ union said : “it is great to see unilink taking the initiative to install charging points on its buses , which i am in no doubt will be very much welcomed by all students who rely on unilink buses for transport . ”
unlimited travel on any bluestar , unilink , salisbury reds , more & damory bus right across the south coast ( except night buses ) .
unlimited travel on all bluestar and unilink buses , including travel to winchester , romsey , lymington , hythe , langley , fawley & calshot .
unilink prides itself on interfacing to systems : from legacy national offender management systems , to turnstile , key systems , canteen and phone suppliers , education providers and so on . unilink will attempt to interface to any system required provided that system has an interface ; it takes two to tango .
unlimited travel on any bluestar and unilink bus within the southampton zone , which is bounded by the m27 and m271 but also includes southampton airport .
the unilink bus service was originally created in 2001 by bluestar and the university of southampton to transport staff and students between teaching sites and halls of residence .
“unilink database customization is a unique option that we offer , ” said robert kline , universal avionics airline sales manager ( usa & latin america ) . “for the erj 145 installations , unilink’ s customer database driven user - interface and message set was customized to match trans states’ operational requirements , ” he added .
restrictions on bluestar / unilink / salisbury reds : on bluestar 6 : valid only between southampton - ashurst . cannot be used on quayconnect or night buses ( u1n ) .
unilink uses flex 4 lease evaluation software for both options appraisal and new lease evaluation . flex 4 is the most powerful lease evaluation tool in the uk and provides for :
unilink is continuing to enhance the services it operates across southampton - by announcing an order for 32 brand new double decker buses due to be delivered later this year . . .
to qualify for the award of the diploma of information technology ( unilink ) ( 8 months ) students must successfully complete 100 credit points comprising seven core units and one elective unit .
nicki honer , unilink’s communications manager , said : “there is significant demand for more charging points – and our buses offer the perfect opportunity for those travelling with us to get a power boost whilst travelling .
if you ' re going to be watching a show at the nuffield theatre , why not grab a bite to eat at the nuffield kitchen . get dropped outside of the nuffield on any unilink bus .
unilink is a long established provider of leasing and asset finance solutions to public and private sector clients . we can provide advice on a range of requirements including operating leasing , finance leasing and contract hire .
the unilink has truck fleet of the most modern equipment , with brands that are synonymous with safety and modernity , with an average age not exceeding three years and in various configurations to meet every specific demand .
the relaunched unilink was unveiled on the 3rd september 2013 by the managing director of go south coast , andrew wickham , and the provost and deputy vice chancellor of the university of southampton , prof . adam wheeler .
biometrics are complex and not easy to add on afterwards . only unilink’s products have biometrics integrated as a fundamental component . used throughout for fingerprint biometric attendance recording and prisoner / staff / visitor enrolment / release and movement tracking
there are four ways of buying tickets for travel on bluestar and unilink ; pay the driver using cash or contactless , our key smartcard , our ' clickit2ride ' mobile app or from the bluestar travel shop in southampton .
if you are looking for unlimited travel further afield then our explorer ticket is ideal for you . it is valid for travel across all bluestar and unilink services , plus our sister companies : morebus , salisbury reds and damory buses .
unilink’s lease advisory service incorporates the complete range of functions required to undertake the acquisition and funding of equipment in accordance with prudential code and value for money criteria . we provide effective management of a local authority’s entire lease procurement process .
student rhianna wheatley has scooped an academic year ' s free travel across the city with unilink . the southampton university marine biology student was praised for her recycling initiatives - including re - using old cereal boxes to file coursework . . .
our overriding objective is to operate with professionalism and integrity . we have a proven track record of providing transparent and unbiased advice delivered in a clear and professional manner . the unilink management team has a combined 85 years experience as leasing practitioners .
five buses in total will run on the ‘unilink’ route serving the university and stirling city centre . a total of £1 , 132 , 645 has been invested in the vehicles , inclusive of £196 , 000 support from the scottish government’s green bus fund .
unilink has access to a wide range of contract hire companies . this service is a highly effective method of assessing this important form of vehicle finance and applies the principals of our advisory service i . e transparency , value for money and full market coverage .
the diploma of information technology ( unilink ) ( 8 months ) provides a credit - bearing pathway into a selection of information technology related bachelor degrees . the topics covered seek to blend a range of key skills and knowledge required by current and projected industry needs .
the diploma of information technology ( unilink ) ( 8 months ) consists of a total of eight units ( 100 credit points ) with 644 hours of study ( computer technology stream ) or 630 hours of study ( information systems stream ) within two 14 week teaching periods .
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unilink data systems is committed to working together with organisations globally to resolve their payment and reconciliation challenges by providing a hosted , integrated payment platform focused on ‘centralising campus commerce’ . we understand that your organisations can be complex in nature , often with multiple locations , departments and business rules .
the diploma of information technology ( unilink ) ( 8 months ) is a higher education diploma which provides an alternative pathway to a bachelor degree . the units are similar to bachelor degree units , but classes are smaller and students have more one - on - one time with teachers .
as a company , we feel it is essential to reward our colleagues for their hard work and efforts . as a unilink customer , you get the opportunity to not only nominate who you feel should be in with a chance of winning star of the month , but you yourself could win a prize yourself !
andrew kinnell , stirling students’ union president , added :
the unilink bus service is highly popular with stirling students and to know our students can commute in comfort on the best buses in scotland is great . it will be nice to be able to charge phones and access the wi - fi before and after a busy day of studies .
“customizing our aircrafts’ unilink database is helpful in streamlining our operations , ” said keith stamper , trans states director of flight operations . “it allows us to tailor the cdu page layouts so we can choose what the pages look like and eliminate fms key presses , ” he added . “in addition , we are provided with weight and balance uplink functions provided through the services of aerodata , inc . ”
the key smartcard is a great way of buying tickets for travel on bluestar and unilink in and around southampton and south hampshire . you can top - up your key with tickets safely & securely online . it will only take 3 hours for your online ticket to load and then your key is ready for use on the bus . you can also top - up your key on the bus and at the bluestar travel shop .
tucson , az – may 10 , 2016 – universal avionics unilink communications management unit ( cmu ) has been selected for trans states airlines embraer erj 145 fleet to provide datalink and acars capabilities . the cmu includes a custom customer database allowing the regional airline to choose the flight management system ( fms ) control display unit ( cdu ) page layouts and customize the content of downlinked and uplinked messages , thereby expediting dispatch while improving the monitoring of operational performance .
the statement concerning increased capacity came from unilink themselves so i haven’t actually measured it or conducted any scientific tests . the new buses do include seats on the front wheel arches and under the stairs , previously unused space , and the seats on the door side between the two doors fold up so that this area can either be used for another wheelchair or pushchair , for additional standing space or for three seats . as a wheelchair user i would presume you should have room or have priority .
restrictions on bluestar , unilink - it is only valid on bluestar 6 between southampton & ashurst and cannot be used on night buses . if you already have a bluestar key card you can purchase solent go tickets via our key portal and these will be added to your key , or alternatively you can download the bluestar mobile app and buy your solent go tickets on there . be sure to choose the right ticket for the zone you are travelling in . you can check out the solent go zone map here
the diploma of information technology ( unilink ) ( 8 months ) is designed as a high quality transitional education program that aims to prepare students for successful higher education studies . the program consists of eight units over two fourteen week teaching periods and is designed to provide students with a sound understanding of the basic it principles to enable them to learn valuable information technology skills which can be used later in their life . students will be exposed to subjects from each of the core information technology disciplines as well as communication for information technology .
around six weeks after the initial launch of the buses , unilink has now added more buses to their fleet . these are a couple of single decker buses for use on the u2 route between the civic centre , avenue campus , highfield , glen eyre and basset green for bencraft . prior to this , around three of the buses used before were repainted in the new livery and these buses are at present still in use around the network . these new buses contain around the same number of seats as before and are built by northern ireland based company wright bus who pioneered the low floor bus style .
derek mackay , minister for transport and islands , joined stirling students to give the vehicles his stamp of approval . he said :
the unilink bus project is just one example of the ways in which the scottish green bus fund is delivering real benefits for passengers while encouraging partnerships between government , local authorities and the bus industry . this is a clear indication of our support and commitment to encouraging cleaner ways to travel in scotland . i am delighted to be part of this launch event today , along with first and the university of stirling , and i hope the students who get to experience this new service are encouraged to consider greener transport options as a lifestyle choice .
among the changes are a new logo and vehicle livery , designed by ray stenning of the best impressions design agency , and a brand new fleet of primarily double - decker buses , built by the notable scottish bus manufacturing company alexander dennis . the changes come as contractor bluestar reach the half - way mark of their current ten year contract to run the bus service . that contract stipulated that the route should use buses no older than five years , and the new buses will replace those bought by bluestar in 2008 when they won the contract .
the new buses are equipped with wifi , and are fitted with new engine technology that reduces the bus’ fuel consumption and emissions produced , contributing to the university’s plans to become more sustainable . they cost the company £4 . 5 million and have been specifically laid out so as to increase capacity .
the relaunch also includes timetable changes that will come into effect in a few weeks time . buses on the u1 route will run every seven minutes between the national oceanography centre and wessex lane halls of residence , with extensions to southampton airport now only every 15 minutes . other routes retain their frequency , although daytime u6 journeys will no longer serve the noc .
this latest relaunch follows on from the changes at the beginning of this summer with the introduction of the key smart - card system . that decision was controversial amongst the student population , with some questioning the advantages to students . the new system saw the university id card used previously become incompatible with the new systems and requiring all students with a bus pass to apply for the new card . the benefits were use on bluestar’s city services , mainly the 16 to townhill park and the 18 to millbrook , shirley , bitterne and thornhill . however , some students questioned the benefit when compared to the inconvenience of carrying another card , while others saw the deal as benefiting bluestar customers only .
the other change that occurred over the summer was the raising of some fares . while one - way tickets remain at £2 , child tickets increase to £1 . 60 and day - rider tickets increase to £3 . 50 .
these new buses will now only accept the key smart - card and new students are being provided with one in their welcome packs , while returning students have to visit their on - campus shop or order one online .
among the first challenges for the new fleet will be the university ‘open days’ this weekend and the freshers’ events at the end of this month .
while these new buses came into service without much fanfare they will no doubt made a valuable contribution to the award winning service .
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the real question is… how much is this going to cost us in fares now ? ? fares have increased steadily since i’ve been at uni - when i started it was £1 . 70 return and is now £3… i sense a further increase soon !
fares have indeed increased recently so that it is now £3 . 50 for a day rider ticket . however , some of this should be put down to the increasing cost of fuel .
at the moment they are all still being used for transport on the university open days , but i did notice that many of them now have notices saying they are on loan from marchwood motorways ltd . they run bluestar services for totton and the waterside region west of the main city . it’s therefore easy to theorise that they were sold to sister company bluestar for use on these routes . speaking as a user of bluestar’s totton services , i can confirm that the buses being used out there are very old and noticeably worse compared to bluestar’s other buses .
as for the keeping them beyond five years , bear in mind that those buses were working incredibly long days transporting a huge number of students each day . they were staring to show signs of their age and they were prone to break downs . the five year margin is also not that unusual in the bus industry . transport for london notably control the age of buses and it is not uncommon for new buses to be used in london before being passed on to other sister companies elsewhere .
you say that the new buses “have been specifically laid out so as to increase capacity” . is there any indication as to whether this includes more space for wheelchairs / pushchairs and the like ? several times ( as a wheelchair user ) i have not been able to get on board due to this space already being taken .
new timetables will commence 22 sept onwards , when the u1 will increase its frequency during the day to every 7 mins , as opposed to 10 currently .
the wessex scene is the oldest student news provider at the university of southampton , and has been in print since 1936 . the scene is written and edited by students , for students , and is always looking to welcome new writers , photographers , designers , researchers and illustrators .
in with the new… mobile app ! we ' ve taken into account a lot of feedback from our customers and colleagues , in developing and improving the new app , and its available to download now . . .
check the southampton university term & vacation dates . as some of our routes run to different timetables during vacation times . . .
monday 2nd to sunday 8th july marks the sixth national catch the bus week - a shared initiative to raise awareness of local bus services up and down the country . using the bus is a great way to get to your destination , whether that be for work , school , college , university , visiting friends and family or even just a great day out . . .
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a biometric , modular software solution , which enables secure establishments to achieve significant operational efficiencies and financial savings whilst contributing towards rehabilitation .
capture prisoner details , biometrics , discharge , property etc . used throughout other cms modules to assist in identifying prisoners .
nominal and visitor warnings – configurable warnings with associated business logic . prevents inappropriate visits
the processing of all prisoner monies and transactions – automates offender payment processes . it integrates seamlessly with shop and phone to provide real - time account debit .
create , produce , report on prisoner food selection , enabling kitchen staff to quickly and easily determine the meal requirements for each day . menus are loaded onto the system with symbol keys for e . g . vegetarian , halal etc . and photos . food wastage is significantly reduced .
automated prisoner application system that enables them to request doctor’s appointments and health checks .
individual areas of the prison can have controlled biometric access e . g . for administration where keys are not required
activity scheduling and attendance recording / reporting and prisoner pay . sophisticated management tool to enable activities to be scheduled and viewed by staff and prisoners though kiosks . in addition selected activities can be added and auto - scheduled . combined with the schedule prisoners can be tracked to record their presence at the correct activity or redirect them to other areas of the establishment . enables free - flow with the scheduling and biometrics ensuring the right prisoners at the right place / time ensuring prison safety .
the edcuation module initially records an assessment of the prisoner’s education attainments and assigns prisoner automatically to courses dependent upon the assessment . education journey planned and course results recorded towards qualifications . plus reports , links to employment functionality and waitlist functions .
full fingerprint and photo biometrics for visitors ; biometric scan at each access point ; quick and easy to use , speeding up visits process and improving visitor experience and enhanced security and efficiency .
provides front and back - office support for the kiosk based shop . controls on spend restrictions and sale item restrictions and iep based sales . fully integrated with finance enables rapid reconciliation and analysis of sales of goods . includes stock management and assists with inventory and stock control .
enables system administrators to manage the entire nforce cms system . this module makes nforce cms flexible and highly configurable system , allowing changes can be made to the base system operation .
records staff biometrics and key skills onto the nforce system , enabling staff attendance to be automatically and accurately recorded using fingerprint scanning . the staff module also allows rapid identification and location of any individuals on site with specialist skills .
publishes notices to prisoners via self - service kiosk . ability to track who has , and when they have read a notice . a notice can be sent to all prisoners , or a selection of prisoners , based on configurable criteria .
fully functional library system . books / items can be issued / returned to offenders quickly and easily . full search and reservation facility compliments standard functionality .
custom report writing tool , users create their own reports by setting the desired criteria / parameters .
software solution that increases security , allows prisoners to take responsibility of their own lives , but also delivers cost savings to the prison .
activity scheduling and attendance recording / reporting and prisoner pay . activities are scheduled and viewed by staff and prisoners ( via kiosk timetable ) . some activities can be added and auto - scheduled .
prisoners can book friend / family visits . the applicable visits entitlements , approved visitors and available dates / time slots are clearly displayed .
canteen shop module , incorporating custom user defined canteen types e . g . bakery , newspapers category and item pictures can be uploaded to assist prisoners with reading difficulties .
interfaces to pin phone and vending systems allowing credit purchase , which are credited to the phone provider and updated in real time . view call history , phone balance , approved numbers etc .
this module features questions prisoners most frequently ask , and the establishment’s standard responses .
contains two categories : internal ( staff to prisoner ) and external ( approved friends / family to prisoner ) .
displays account balance and transaction history . records incoming transactions from prisoner’s pay , incoming funds and outgoing transactions from shopping , pin phone top - up .
menu options are displayed by day with tabs for future days enabling prisoners to order meals up to two weeks in advance . meals can include photographs and include assigned health and nutrition symbols .
provides platform for education in the privacy of the cell . the improved literacy and it skills , increase prisoners’ chances of employment and reduces the likelihood of re - offending .
submit applications / requests for services , appointments , jobs , information . application status and responses are displayed on the kiosk . appointments can be requested and cancelled directly from the kiosks and if approved , are displayed in the timetable .
fully integrated with cms finance , the shop module enables biometrically validated purchasing of goods by prisoners based on the prisons’ canteen rules .
create custom surveys that prisoners complete on kiosks . powerful criteria logic enables targeted surveys allows staff to define each survey question and the format the answer will take . cms surveys has a powerful integrated reporting tool to allow for full analysis of survey results .
allows message exchange online , quick , affordable , and it cuts on the paper usage . it is direct to the kiosk or in - cell and allows short return messages
integrated cloud based offender management provides cloud based case management , risk management and delivery of interventions .
biometric reporting of people for community payback including scheduling , interface to delius and attendance .
probation cloud includes secure support for case management in a multi - party co - operative environment .
for the police based safetynet case management there is a focus on ensuring victims and vps are understood and taken into consideration .
these systems are designed to identify risks and enable integrated management of offenders using data gathered from a wide range of operations to drive workflow for example to help identify interventions .
a comprehensive risk assessment tool is provided for the crc participants to provide questions and assess risks of reoffending . risk assessment tools are included enabling customers to make secure assessments using their own specific questions and assessment criteria in place of national tools . the tool provides a flexible environment enabling assessments to be processed efficiently .
automated biometric attendance reporting combined with questions in selected language and workflow . links to ndelius to enable automated reporting for low risk offenders . specific questions are asked of each offender and workflow driven . multiple - languages are available .
nms supports automated notifications , alerts and reminders for reviews and tasking ; tracks and maps locations ; automatically exports selected fields to neighbourhood web pages , home office mandated npia crime mapper site ( www . police . uk ) and to crime reports / command central application
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onestopsecure addresses these challenges through innovative technology , simplifying work - flows , providing efficiencies in enterprise costs , standardisation , compliance , reconciliation and other related financial processes . payments for tuition , services , events and merchandise can be made 24 / 7 , anywhere , anytime , with the confidence that everyone will receive a consistent , reliable and secure payment experience online or in - person .
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southampton will be welcoming hundreds of new and returning students in the next few weeks and a bus company has a new service to assist them students and all the city’s bus users .
the operator now runs 25 buses used by passengers across the city from all walks of life , both students and non - students .
“we’re looking forward to greeting new students in southampton over the next few weeks – and i am sure they will welcome this new addition to our service here . ”
she added : “local people – from students and professionals to young parents and pensioners – are using their mobile phones and tablets constantly throughout the day , and often find themselves low on battery with nowhere to recharge . ”
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for regular customers , particularly commuters , our 7 , 30 and 90 day tickets or annual passes offer great value for money .
you can buy tickets for the southampton , southampton plus or network zones . 7 and 30 day tickets are available from your driver payable by cash or contactless , on thekey or our mobile app , whilst 90 day tickets can only be purchased from the bluestar travel shop or online via thekey . period tickets are only valid for consecutive days travel .
if you only use the bus now and again multi - trip tickets are great , as these tickets don ' t have to be used consecutively .
our best value tickets are available on our smartcard - thekey . you can register for your key from our website and then you can top up with tickets for travel online or from the driver or travel shop , bundles of
these are special offers that are available for a limited period only . they can be withdrawn at any time .
* £3 dayrider tickets can also be used between city - bitterne ( sainsbury ' s ) on b * 3 , and city - shirley ( precinct ) on b * 4 & 17 , and city - millbrook ( borrowdale road ) on b * 7 . * * £6 weekly tickets can also be used between city - bitterne ( sainsbury ' s ) on b * 3 & 16 , and city - shirley ( precinct ) on b * 4 & 17 , and city - millbrook ( borrowdale road ) on b * 7 .
* * * £10 weekly tickets can also be used between the city - bitterne ( sainsbury ' s ) on b * 3 , and city - shirley ( precinct ) on b * 4 .
, which is bounded by the m27 and m271 but also includes southampton airport .
cheaper way of buying single journeys , each time you travel one journey is deducted .
there is no time period in which you need to use the tickets by . multi - trip tickets are a
which includes southampton , totton , hedge end , eastleigh fair oak & chandlers ford .
the key is our smartcard that allows you to buy travel in advance online .
if you ' re going to use a number of our buses in the same day , our unlimited day tickets are ideal . to ensure you get the best value , our tickets are available for three different zones – southampton , southampton plus & network .
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automated x-ray inspection ( axi ) is a technology based on the same principles as automated optical inspection ( aoi ) .

it uses x-rays as its source , instead of visible light , to automatically inspect features , which are typically hidden from view .

automated x-ray inspection is used in a wide range of industries and applications , predominantly with two major goals : process optimization , i.e. the results of the inspection are used to optimize following processing steps , anomaly detection , i.e. the result of the inspection serve as a criterion to reject a part ( for scrap or re-work ) .

whilst aoi is mainly associated with electronics manufacturing ( due to widespread use in pcb manufacturing ) , axi has a much wider range of applications .

it ranges from the quality check of alloy wheels to the detection of bone fragments in processed meat .

wherever large numbers of very similar items are produced according to a defined standard , automatic inspection using advanced image processing and pattern recognition software ( computer vision ) has become a useful tool to ensure quality and improve yield in processing and manufacturing .

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automated x - ray inspection , x ray inspection , axi , automated x - ray inspection equipments , test research inc . , automated test equipments .
automated x - ray inspection ( axi ) is a technology based on the same principles as automated optical inspection ( aoi ) but it uses x - rays as its source instead of visible light to automatically . using x - ray has two major goals :
ndt x - ray inspection technologies such as 2d x - ray dr ( digital radiography ) , 3d x - ray ct ( computed tomography ) , and now 4d x - ray ct ( 3d ct with motion ) can be used to inspect nearly any object .
convert your existing 2d x - ray system into a powerful 3d ct x - ray system . we offer a customized upgrade package ; older ct x - ray systems can greatly benefit .
- key essentials about automated x - ray inspection , axi , systems used for inspection pcb printed circuit board assemblies and especially ones with bga ics .
industrial x - ray and ct inspection system for large aerospace partsyxlon mu80 ae is a ‘large envelope’ industrial x - ray and computed tomography system designed for inspection of large . . .
pcb inspection systems come in a number of guises : automated optical inspection [ aoi ] ; automated x - ray inspection [ axi ] ; and manual optical inspection – positioned at post paste , post place , post solder and finished goods stages .
x - ray inspection systems the i 110 x - ray inspection system is suitable for the detection of foreign bodies in packs and trays . it stands out for its high inspection speed and can be . . .
cyxplus inspection machine perform in - line inspection of radial tires . cyxplus provides a complete range of x - ray inspection machines for radial tires . . .
x - ray inspection system for tire on wheel applicationswith yxlon mu2000 - d tire on wheel , x - ray inspection of tires that are wheel mounted can be carried out efficiently , acquiring high quality hdr images . . . .
in recent years , the need for automated x - ray inspection equipment has grown considerably and as a result , a much wider range of equipment is available . additionally the techniques used in automated x - ray inspection equipment has improved and this has enabled far greater levels of detection to be achieved for printed circuit board , pcb manufacture .
etac proview – semi - automated visual inspection system for syringes . cartridges , vials and ampoules
nordson dage is a market leading provider of award winning bondtester and x - ray inspection systems for destructive and non - destructive mechanical testing and inspection of electronic components .
as one significant improvement in axi , automated x - ray inspection , not only are 2d or two dimensional techniques available , but machines utilising 3d technology are available and give significant improvements in performance .
north star imaging’s inspection services group provides real - time x - ray inspection and 3d industrial ct scanning services to virtually anyone needing to verify the integrity of internal components .
the dyxim d is a dual beam x - ray inspection system that produces two x - ray images at a 90° angle . this improves the ability to detect contamination in plastic and glass containers , jars and bottles particularly in comparison . . .
skyscan 1275 fully automated high - speed x - ray microtomograph x - ray micro - computed tomography is one of the most advanced methods for getting 3d insights into samples of any material , any shape , and any size with little to no sample preparation . bruker . . .
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edge - texture wavelet features for automated x - ray inspection ,
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the evolution of automated optical inspection led the way to automated x - ray inspection – a testing system that uses x - rays as the source , in place of visible light that its predecessor uses . this new technology is forced upon by the ever changing needs of circuit board manufacturers . the newer ic’s are built with its connectors seated beneath the chip and therefore , making them not easily visible . this is what made the regular automated optical inspection devices unusable .
x - ray worx provided a micro - focus rod anode x - ray source with a customized head . bosello designed and provided a cnc - controlled manipulation system to move the drum , with the weld centered between the x - ray tube and the dda . the x - ray projection is carefully controlled to a specific magnification in order to reach the basic spatial resolution requested by the customer ( based on material and weld thickness ) .
the development of automated inspection routines has been fuelled in part by the changes in electronics manufacturing processes .
as far as costing is concerned , the automated x - ray inspection units are far more advanced and complex . they are way better in terms of performance and can accurately increase the quality of the circuits and integrated boards being checked . and as such , x ray inspection has successfully improved the performance the quality assurance teams of the circuit board manufacturing industry .
. . . analysis of small to large objects . the system features powerful 225 / 320 kv microfocus x - ray sources to run highly accurate inspection on dense industrial objects . as the x - ray spot size of these sources is orders . . .
visiconsult x - ray systems & solutions gmbh becomes a member of the nondestructive testing management association . the goal is , to provide insights about automation and digitization in x - ray inspection in the field of non - destructive testing , especially in north america .
this means that axi , automated x - ray inspection systems are able to provide additional information over that which could be provided by purely optical systems to ensure that solder joints are being made to the required standard .
as the digitization of x - ray technology continues to expand in the ndt inspection world , many manual inspection tasks can now be fully automated . the main benefits are a significant increase in productivity and efficiency as well as higher end - product quality .
leave the bunker , perform x - ray exposure and re - enter the bunker to remove film from drum .
inspection of large - thickness pcbs and power devices is possible by combining a proprietary ct structuring technology with a high - output x - ray source .
the contract electronics manufacturer qualitel improves material management using automated x - ray smd component counter . this led to significant savings in time and costs compared to the labor intensive manual approach .
the dp 469 is a programmable system that is equipped with a 450 kv isovolt 160 hs x - ray machine .
north star imaging applications specialists will help you select the best combination of x - ray source and x - ray detector for your application . whether you need to penetrate through several inches of thick aluminum castings or focus on . . .
dürr ndt is a german manufacturer of innovative digital radiography testing systems and x - ray film processors for nondestructive testing .
. . . automation inspection applications , varying from simple pass / fail inspection to full in - line automated ct inspection with feedback to the production process . benefits of automation . . .
semi - automated visual inspection systems for vials containing liquids or powdered / lyophilized products . inspection of empty or filled vials from 2 ml to 500 ml
in addition to xrhcount , the wide product portfolio of visiconsult includes x - ray systems for other applications , such as inspection systems for the automotive , aerospace and industrial markets . visiconsult also provides mobile systems for the security sector and retrofitting of old or defective x - ray systems .
- key points for aoi , automatic or automated optical inspection systems used in electronics pcb printed circuit board manufacture .
with all of the technological developments of automated inspection solutions , there remains the fundamental reliance on human intervention to program and train the automated inspection system to achieve the level of fault coverage that is required for a particular product .
nordson dage ' s award winning x - ray inspection systems offer high resolution nano - focus not only for within failure analysis laboratories but also within the production environment .
. . . choice for laboratories or r & d ; applications . system capabilities advanced 2d x - ray inspection 2d ct slice reconstruction ct volume reconstruction for 3d inspection 3d internal and external surface . . .
as demonstrated , any inspection workflow where conventional x - ray film is used to perform weld inspection during the manufacturing process can benefit from huge time and labor savings by utilizing a fully - automated solution . an additional benefit is the seamless digitization of the inspection data which allows further analysis for part optimization and future development purposes .
this scanner uses an x - ray source with adjustable voltage and a range of filters for versatile adaptation to different object densities . a sensitive 1 . 3 megapixel x - ray camera allows scanning of your whole sample volume in several minutes . . . .
the dp 600 is a fully automatic x - ray inspection system with the image evaluation system saba 3000 p dp 600 stands for a high universality . the main argument for this robot x - ray solution is given in the high speed for inspection and part exchange , for the very compact design , and for the price - performance relation .
. . . ct inspection system for the aerospace and foundry industryyxlon mu60 ae is a compact industrial x - ray and computed tomography ( ct ) inspection system designed for broad aerospace and foundry ( automotive ) . . .
with automated x - ray inspection or axi , errors on newer circuit board and integrated circuits are easily detected . common errors detected are shorts , opens , excessive or insufficient solder , misalignment , and missing components . automated xray inspection machines are normally used in conjunction with an in - circuit test , a functional test , or a boundary scan test to assure maximum quality output .
often , alongside automated inspection systems there will be spot checks on production solder quality . this will usually be implemented to stringent quality procedures making sure the boards are being inspected by the automated systems consistently .
harold h . szu , charles c . hsu ,
edge - texture wavelet features for automated x - ray inspection
, proc . spie 3078 , wavelet applications iv , ( 3 april 1997 ) ; doi : 10 . 1117 / 12 . 271738 ; urltoken
x - ray fluorescence analysis using ed - xrf spectrometers is a commonly used technique for the identification and quantification of elements in a substance .
bits of debris such as rubber , metal , glass , stone , and other opaque that contaminate products can be detected using x - ray technology fitted for manufacturing applications . x - ray equipment can see through a product and its packaging to assess density of contents to distinguish foreign materials from product . x - ray inspection can be used with many packaging types , including cans , jars , bottles , foil , and pouches made of a variety of materials . and x - ray machine is higher priced than metal detection equipment , but it precisely locates the contaminant and shows the line operator exactly where it is to be found inside the product . modern x - ray equipment is optimal for high - speed manufacturing lines and for producers who need to minimize contaminates to guard against recalls . today’s sophisticated x - ray equipment for manufacturing quality control can be stationed in - line to :
in the past , the inspection process involved the use of analog x - ray roll film on every weld in combination with a 360° x - ray source head . this typically took between 1 and 7 hours depending on each interim production step and the number of welds to be inspected . the complete procedure was as follows :
a high quality manual inspection process is essential in the generation and stabilization of an automated inspection programs . this is particularly important where a variety of boards are assembled and tested .
the new generation of standard x - ray inspection systems the x - cube compact is a highly versatile 160 kv radioscopic inspection system for spot tests and inspection of small series of a variety of test samples including light metal castings , steel components , plastics , ceramics and special alloys . the design of the system allows a great flexibility in applications like production , incoming inspection , failure analysis or research and development .
spectro ` s stationary ed - xrf spectrometers are based on the energy - dispersive - x - ray - fluorescence analysis method . the atoms in the sample material , which could be any solid , powder or liquid are excited by x - rays emitted from an x - ray tube or radioisotope . for increasing sensitivity , the primary excitation radiation can be polarized by using specific targets between the x - ray tube and the sample ( ed - p ( polarization ) - xrf ) . all element specific x - ray fluorescence signals emitted by the atoms after the photoelectric ionization are measured simultaneously in a fixed mounted semi - conductor detector or sealed gas - proportional counter .
an x - ray c - arm removes a component for image acquisition the component holder will not be needed in future due to patended tracking technology .
visiconsult x - ray systems & solutions gmbh is a leading manufacturer of customized digital x - ray systems and solutions . the family business is known for highest production quality and reliable customer service . the companies main focus is on high quality customer solutions , such as automated in - line inspection systems , computed tomography systems and roof mounted systems . in addition , the company is a leader in the field of public safety x - ray equipment , the mobile systems mobile checks suspect baggage and defuses bombs worldwide . visiconsult is proud to be able to contribute to a safe world with its solutions .
visiconsult offers a broad portfolio of x - ray inspection systems . the configurator suggests suitable systems based on your products and requirements . this is the fastest way to the perfect solution - discover the invisible !
built for maximum inspection performance , tr7600x sii series offers ultimate performance 3d x - ray inspection for the largest server , networking and power pcbs . with advanced ultra - high - speed cameras , the tr7600x sii series combines tri’s unique shadow - free 3d inspection of multi - layer boards with . . .
axi , automated x - ray inspection systems are not only able to
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through the chips , but they are also able to provide an internal view of the solder joints . in this way they are able to detect voiding within a solder joint that may otherwise look perfectly acceptable .
start cnc program for specific drum type . this program will x - ray all welds – single images are automatically stitched together by the image acquisition software .
the x - ray inspection system dylight guarantees extremely high levels of safety for your packaged food . this true ‘plug and play’ solution combines all functions in one compact unit . extremely compact design plug and . . .
the dp 500 is a versatile real - time x - ray inspection system designed for the high - speed on - line or off - line inspection of unmachined cast aluminum wheels . the design of the system allows the greatest flexibility in inspecting wheels of different sizes .
built for maximum inspection performance , tr7600x sii ct series offers ultimate performance 3d x - ray inspection for the largest server , networking and power pcbs . with advanced ultra - high - speed cameras , the tr7600x sii ct series combines tri ' s unique shadow - free 3d inspection of multi - layer boards . . .
template matching : using this form of process the aoi , automated optical inspection system compares the image obtained with the image from a
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x - ray is a versatile technology that can be used to solve a broad variety of inspection tasks . browse through visiconsult ' s extensive reference catalogue in different fields and industries . challenge our application engineers with your inquiry .
aoi pcb inspection : automatic or automated optical inspection is the preferred method of pcb inspection . it utilises an optical system that takes an image of a good assembly and compares the two images to detect any faults or other issues . this form of pcb inspection is widely used and has been perfected so that it operates very reliably .
the nordson dage xm8000 offers fast automatic x - ray measurement of tsvs , 3d packages , mems and wafer bumps for voiding , fill level , overlay and other critical dimensions .
place x - ray film on circumference of drum , lead markers are placed to label areas in case any rework is required if defects are detected on the processed film later .
the dymond series of x - ray inspection systems is extremely versatile . featuring 4 models it is able to cover the majority of applications for inspecting packaged products . with belt widths up to 800 mm it is ideal for . . .
with this end - to - end solution , aerospace turbine manufacturers can implement a state - of - the - art digital x - ray inspection process which offers full data management and integration using industry standards such as diconde and iso 17636 .
from robotics , to medical equipment and supplies , to food production , inspection and testing plans for incorporating inspection equipment are now driving what has become a robustly innovative inspection equipment industry .
the mih dx is a manual inspection hood for particle inspection of liquid - filled vials , ampoules , cartridges and syringes .
an essential aspect of our yxlon service strategy is the provision of comprehensive upgrade packages and pathways for our x - ray systems in the market . click here to learn more about upgrades .
prosem technologies offers high - end x ray inspection units that can be calibrated to suit your production requirements . trust us with your confidence as we supply your company with the automated xray inspection units that you need , all carefully designed and programmed to be usable for your particular purpose . this company looks forward to providing client satisfaction in every single way and that’s why we are the world leaders in the testing equipment industry .
headquartered in penang , malaysia , and with offices in asia and the unites states , vitrox technologies is a total solutions provider of innovative , advanced and cost - effective automated vision inspection systems and equipment for the semiconductor and electronics packaging industries . in june 2011 , the company sold its first v810 automated x - ray inspection ( axi ) system in the united states . the sale was made to asteelflash , a top electronics manufacturing services ( ems ) customer in fremont , ca with asteelflash’s director of engineering john burke facilitating the sale .
our latest innovation in advanced 3d x - ray inspection system ( axi ) is designed to specially cater to different sizes of pcb assembly to be examined at micron level with maximum throughput . this translates to increased production efficiency and cost savings for manufacturers .
. . . integrated with state - of - the - art sensors and electronics , the x - ray inspection system is proven reliable and highly efficient . the contaminants are readily shown in the built - in hmi terminal . not only . . .
fluorescent lighting : fluorescent lighting is widely used for aoi , automated optical inspection applications as it provides an effective form of lighting for viewing defects on pcbs . the main problem with fluorescent lighting for aoi applications is that the lamps degrade with time . this means that the automated optical inspection system will be subject to a constantly changing levels and quality of light
application : the programmable dp 500 xl wheel inspection systems with optional available automated defect recognition ( saba ) represent very economical systems with a high throughput at a very short idle time .
dürr ndt provided the software integration solution for the multi - manufacturer system which allows the viewing and analysis of the segmented digital weld images for sentencing by level 2 and 3 x - ray inspectors .
axi pcb inspection : with density on pcbs increasing and new ic mounting technologies being used , not all solder joints may be visible . particularly when new boards are being manufactured and new set - ups being used , it is very important to check that solder joints on packages such as bgas ( ball grid arrays ) are being correctly soldered . optical inspection cannot achieve this because the solder joints are not visible . the only option is to use an x - ray system - automated x - ray inspection , axi , that is able to look under the chips to view the solder joints . although expensive and only used for a small proportion of the solder joints , etc , they are necessary in many instances .
visiconsult x - ray systems & solutions gmbh is a leading manufacturer of high - quality digital x - ray systems and solutions . the family business is known for highest production quality ( iso 9001 certified ) and reliable customer service . the main focus of the company are high - quality customer solutions , like automatic row control systems , computed tomography systems and roof mounted systems . furthermore , the company is a leader in the field of public safety x - ray equipment , the mobile systems mobile check suspect luggage and defuse bombs worldwide . visiconsult is proud to contribute to a safe world with its solutions .
the dp 51 radioscopic inspection system is designed for random tests and 100 % inspection of cast light - alloy wheels and other castings .
laboratory equipment that can produce hazardous amounts of electromagnetic radiation include ultraviolet lamps , arc lamps , heat lamps , lasers , microwave and radio - frequency sources , and x - ray and electron - beam sources .
visiconsult is a family owned company located in northern germany and is a specialist for customized and standard x - ray systems . to ensure a premium quality our products are developed and produced locally as turnkey solutions .
assure product integrity with our automated xray inspection machines . contact us for all of your testing and inspection requirements and we ’ll be ready to deliver . prosem is guided by its own mission of making every business competitive and efficient in whatever industry it belongs to .
application : generally speaking wheel inspection covers a variety of wheel types . if the inspection process is automated as it is e . g . in conjunction with saba the wheel recognition process must be automated as well . the wheel recognition station is designed for the type recognition of unmachined wheels . the use of modern image processing technology enables the recognition of an almost unlimited number of different wheel types . inspection is non - contact and largely independent of work piece fettling .
with the aforementioned customer requirements in mind , dürr ndt’s local dealer was responsible for proposing the complete turn - key solution to the customer – this automated solution combines the technology and expertise from three different international companies : dürr ndt gmbh ( germany ) , x - ray worx gmbh ( germany ) and bosello high technology srl ( italy ) .
visiconsult is a family owned company located in northern germany and known as the leading supplier for customized and standard x - ray inspection systems . to ensure a premium quality , all products are developed and produced locally as turnkey solutions . this leads to cutting edge technology and an unmatched flexibility .
for your qm team to ensure quality in daily operations by confirming that processes are optimally efficient in conforming to operating procedures , manufacturing inspection equipment affords ideally controlled repeatable inspections . updating your quality management program technology with automated inspection equipment can take your program a great distance toward :
automated x - ray inspection , axi has an important place in many electronics pcb manufacturing organisations . axi is able to provide a fast and in - depth and accurate inspection of pcbs passing through the production facility and in this way provide real - time feedback that enables the production system to be optimised to enable high quality reliable circuits to be produced . although more expensive than some other forms of inspection , axi has many advantages and these need to be carefully balanced against the costs to ensure whatever choice is made , it is correct for the particular production environment .
the new multiscale x - ray nanotomograph skyscan 2211 covers the widest range of object sizes and spatial resolutions in one single instrument . it opens unique possibilities for 3d imaging and exact modeling of geological materials in oil . . .
axi , automated x - ray inspection systems are able to monitor a variety of aspects of a printed circuit board assembly production . they would normally be placed after the solder process to monitor defects in pcbs after leaving the soldering process . they have the distinct advantage over optical systems that they are able to
see
solder joints that are under packages such as bgas , csps and flip chips where the solder joints are hidden .
automatic or automated optical inspection , aoi , is a key technique used in the manufacture and test of electronics printed circuit boards , pcbs . automatic optical inspection , aoi enables fast and accurate inspection of electronics assemblies and in particular pcbs to ensure that the quality of product leaving the production line is high and the items are built correctly and without manufacturing faults .
the benefit of automated x - ray inspection ( axi ) has proven to be not only a good defect detection tool , but also an efficient device for smt process improvement . by understanding the axi limitations with accuracy and consistency of results , the data can be used real time to adjust process parameters . in manufacturing , we all agree that - prevention is better than detection , 1 but it can only happen with good and timely data .
the tv350 is an automated optical inspection ( aoi ) machine for pcbs , manufactured by beijing torch smt co . , ltd . this product is used for checking unqualified components , independent parts chips and . . .
yxlon x - ray and ct inspection systems come in many different configurations . we’ve developed a product finder to help narrow your search for the system that best meets your needs . can’t find what you’re looking for ? our specialists will customize a system to your exact specifications . contact us today for more information .
vision inspection system equipment automatically identifies a vast array of quality problems that human inspectors cannot detect with comparable consistently . and , these automated camera processes are increasingly fast and wider ranging in the numbers of tasks a camera can manage . the equipment is advancing to produce ever - higher resolution to capture subtle defects . this reduces rates of false rejections by the automated system . additionally , a vision inspection system can be integrated into automated line processes to catch errors that might otherwise ruin entire lots . this benefit may be enough to account for enough loss savings to realize a favorable roi .
for particular inspection tasks a workpiece table , three - jaw chuck and fixing kits out of black plastic are available , which allow x - rays to pass right through into the testing sample without creating shadows disturbing the inspection as it is the case with aluminum or other plastics .
the system can nondestructively visualize up to 209 megapixel ( 14450x14450 pixels ) virtual slices through objects , more than 2600 such slices after a single scan using newly developed 16mp and 11mp x - ray detectors in up to three offset . . .
excerpt from the iso17636 - 2 standard showing weld inspection requirements vs . penetrated thickness
the skyscan 1173 is a high energy micro - ct scanner for large and dense objects with spiral scan possibility . it includes a newly developed 130kv microfocus x - ray source with improved stability of the focal spot position , a large format . . .
the beam from a low - energy x - ray diffraction machine can cause cell destruction as well as genetic damage . the user must always be alert to the on / off status of the x - ray beam , keep aware of the location of the beam , and know how to work safely around the beam when aligning it in preparation for conducting an experiment . machine warning lights indicate when the beam shutter is open . users are required to wear a monitoring badge to measure any accumulated exposure .
infra - red or ultra - violet : on some occasions infra - red or ultra - violet lighting may be required to enhance certain defects , or to enable automated optical inspection to be carried out to reveal certain types of defect .
when an automated x - ray inspection system , or an optical system is used within an electronics pcb manufacturing process , the defects and other information detected by the inspection system can be quickly analysed and the process altered to reduce the defects and improve the quality of the process . in this way not only are actual faults detected , but the process can be altered to reduce the fault levels on the boards coming through . accordingly they ensure that the highest standards are maintained and they are particularly useful when new boards are being set up and the process needs to be optimised .
seamlessly acquire full internal and external measurements of your components with the cxmm 50 , a true x - ray metrology system . whether you need to measure the inside of a fuel injector or the coating thickness on a heart valve , the cxmm . . .
it is essential that any printed circuit board manufacturing area is able to check the quality of the boards coming off the end of the line . only in this way are they able to monitor quality and when problems are detected to rectify the process so that further boards are not affected by the same problems . in this way automatic optical inspection and where necessary x - ray inspection are two essential tools for the manufacturing industry .
accurate , rapid inspection of plastic and glass containers to detect particles and cosmetic defects .
the apk is a spinning visual observation tool used for particle inspection of small batches .
as such the pcb inspection process is an essential element of any pcb manufacturing process .
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the x3 is a production in - line automated x - ray inspection system for up to 100 % inspection of solder joints on both single and double - sided printed circuit assemblies . utilizing both transmission and off - axis imaging , the system can be setup flexibly depending on the smt process to inspect side a then side b , or the double - sided assembly . while transmission imaging offers the fastest and highest resolution imaging process , the x3 also uses two reconstruction techniques to address double sided assemblies and overlapping solder joints . these include the patent pending slice filter technique and 3d - sart which allows inspection at multiple horizontal cross - sections or
slices
. the x3 can identify head - in - pillow ( hip ) defects , inspect package on package ( pop ) components and measure / check barrel fill on thru hole and pin - in - paste processes . the x - 3 can also accommodate a front end automated optical inspection scanner to check for components presence / absence , polarity , off - position , tombstoning , and correct part .
automatic optical inspection works very well in electronics manufacturing for printed circuit boards where joints are visible . however many pcbs today are using technologies such as ball grid array , bga integrated circuits and chip scale packages , csps where the solder connections are not visible . this has arisen as a result of the need for greater numbers of interconnections to integrated circuit packages and as a general result of increasing complexity . in these and many other instances it is necessary to carry out checks using automated x - ray inspection , axi , equipment that can not only check the solder joints under components , but also reveal many defects in solder joints that may not be visible with ordinary optical inspection equipment .
an additional requirement from the manufacturer was that the automated inspection process be compatible with different types and sizes of drums – so a flexible and easily configurable solution was crucial . furthermore , quality assurance required inspection to be performed after each assembly step ( i . e . after each welding and material heat - up / release action ) .
the mih 1 is a floor standing workstation for manual visual inspection with ergonomic height adjustment .
the pcb inspection enables faults to be detected as soon after the manufacture process as possible .
app - based ultrasonic flaw detector for weld inspection and corrosion mapping of tanks and pipelines .
there are advantages and disadvantages to both systems . it is a balance between set - up time , maintenance , accuracy and the requirements for the particular aoi , automated optical inspection system . typically the requirements will be largely dependent upon the machine in use .
in designing manufacturing processes , asteelflash is aware of the limitations of electrical test . electrical test does not cover the solder quality of the components ; therefore , added automated visual inspection is a necessity in the pcba line . to have a complete solution of automated visual inspection , asteelflash conducted evaluations on several market - leading axi systems based on its stringent requirements . after meticulous examination and careful verification of both the system capabilities and cost of ownership , vitrox v810 was selected as the company’s qualified supplier for axi systems .
the automated optical inspection , aoi system uses the captured image which is processed and then compared with the knowledge the machine has of what the board should look like . using this comparison the aoi system is able to detect and highlight any defects or suspect areas .
the mih dx is a fully enclosed stainless steel manual inspection hood for small to large containers .
. . . uses the latest image processing and optical inspection technologies to assure reliable results , higher quality and competence in monitoring surfaces without any subject to fluctuations . its specified inspection . . .
manual pcb inspection : as the name implies , manual inspection involves individual inspectors looking at boards or other assemblies to inspect them for problems . this approach has been proved to be costly , and yielding poor results . before automation , it was the only way that inspection could be performed .
inspection of assets subject to internal corrosion and erosive wall loss such as piping , storage tanks , and other critical assets ; requiring mapping and visual display of remaining wall thickness . two - axis x - y scanner for efficient corrosion inspections .
the radioscopic inspection system has been designed to cover a universal range of applications . it is therefore superbly suited to tackle quality assurance tasks in such diverse areas as production , incoming inspection , or research and development . the programmable dp 419 p version is recommended if inspection time calls for optimization .
. . . creation and the capabilities of high frequency and high speed inspection of 200mm and 300mm wafers . is series contributes to optimizing costs of the defect management and defect inspection of patterned wafer .
the matrix x3 - s is an automatic x - ray inspection system featuring combined transmission and 3d - technology for sophisticated high - speed inspection in electronic production . the system is based on the matrix x2 . 5 axi system platform but is equipped with an additional detector axis used to generate the angle - shot images for the 3d reconstruction . this newly developed 3d reconstruction software generates high resolution slice images for 3d analysis of solder joints . main applications are double - sided boards with critical overlapping areas .
final year project of lbrce , mylavaram . on line quality inspection using plc by hitech automation , vij
evgueni todorov is responsible for the development and maturation of nde and quality measurement technologies , based at ewi colorado in loveland . evgueni specializes in advanced electromagnetic , ultrasonic , and x - ray material testing technologies . with over 30 years of nde experience , he has published over 30 papers and holds two patents .
. . . thing about this groundbreaking technology is it has straightforward inspection automation which makes it very reliable . this can be used in a broad range of applications like inspection of small castings , . . .
world ' s highest ct speed * thanks to our patent - approved technologies . new imaging system reduced inspection tact times by 10 % compared with conventional systems . enabled the complete inspection of all components ( almost impossible by visible light - based inspection ) . * based on an internal research conducted in january 2015 .
- notes and details on maximising manufacturing yields through using electronics inspection technologies including aoi , axi , etc .
raj brewery levarages the xl lv utility video borescope to complete pipe weld and cleanliness inspection effectively and efficiently .
some production processes may also place a pcb inspection stage after the pick and place operation - indeed , some pick and place machines include an optical pcb inspection system . this allows pcbs to be corrected before being soldered .
this fully automated solution has been in operation for over two years and has successfully reduced the inspection burden associated with examining numerous large welds of a single complex part - the time now associated with examining 11 welds has dropped from the length of a shift ( 8 hours ) to merely 1 . 5 hours .
. . . - full inspection : materials inspection , assembly analysis , dimensional metrology - insight : capture problems earlier - ndt : reduce expensive scrap - micro - focus accuracy : check all parts & features at . . .
the advanced cd measurement sem cs4800 provides high - quality sem imaging , improved measurement precision , and fast , automated operation , designed to improve productivity and operating efficiency of existing manufacturing lines and increase . . .
the dp 435 radioscopic inspection system serves to examine small batches and to random - test large , heavy work pieces .
on the other hand , cutting corners on inspection costs predictably prove to be a costly error , escalating risks of comparatively high quality control failure rates and nonconformance rates that can jeopardize a manufacturer’s competitiveness . optimizing inspection systems doesn’t necessarily mean spending more . however , it does mean manufacturers need to get the most for their investment in manufacturing inspection equipment and processes .
optical inspection is often used by research and development engineers , especially where the prototypes of boards are inspected for accuracy and design for fit . at this point automated routines have not been programmed and with no defect history , quality procedures rely on the experience of their engineers and the accuracy of the tools allowing them manually inspect the boards .
reliable automated systems for populating pcbs are a common sight on most of today’s assembly lines . with this in mind , to what extent are manual processes implemented into the production of pcbs , in today’s demanding electronics industry ?
streaming video : one type of camera used for automated optical inspection , aoi , takes streaming video from which complete frames are taken . the captured frame then enables a still image to be generated on which the signal processing is performed . this approach is not as accurate as other still image systems but has the advantage of very high speed .
the dp 500 xl is designed for inspection of light - alloy car and truck wheels from 13 inches to 25 inches .
inspection trajectories and system configurations can now be simulated in advance . this is how customer specific solutions are created at visiconsult .
many electrical instruments , such as lasers and x - ray , electron - beam , radioactive , photochemical , and electrophoresis equipment , emit potentially harmful radiation , and , therefore , special precautions must be taken when they are used . only trained laboratory personnel should use and service this equipment . ( see section 7 . c . 1 and chapter 6 , section 6 . e . )
asteelflash’s electronic plants are equipped with the latest pcba equipment that ensures that its customers’ manufactured boards are of the highest quality . this is accomplished by using full inspection and testing on assemblies that require automatic visual inspection , in - circuit testing and functional testing .
one of the key elements of an aoi , automated optical inspection system is the image capture system . this captures an image of the printed circuit board , pcb assembly which is then analysed by the processing software within the aoi system . there are many variants of image capture system dependent upon the exact application and the complexity / cost of the aoi system .
one of the solutions to this is to use automated or automatic optical inspection systems . automated optical inspection systems can be placed into the production line just after the solder process . in this way they can be used to catch problems early in the production process . this has a number of advantages . with faults costing more to fix the further along the production process they are found , this is obviously the optimum place to find faults . additionally process problems in the solder and assembly area can be seen early in the production process and information used to feedback quickly to earlier stages . in this way a rapid response can ensure that problems are recognised quickly and rectified before too many boards are built with the same problem .
one of the main reasons that the vitrox v810 was chosen by asteelflash to be applied in the manufacturing line is because of its high test coverage for structural defects occurring at the solder john burke , director of engineering at asteelflash , said , “considering that vitrox is a healthy financial yet vision - focused organization , vitrox v810 was singled out for its higher throughput , better focus repeatability , better image quality and system mobility . ” joints . test coverage for structural defects of 3 - d automated x - ray inspection is more than 90 percent , giving manufacturers the upper hand in detecting failure up front ― before the structural failure occurs at the end user’s facility . this minimizes parts return and warranty cost , which significantly increases the return on investment to the manufacturer .
the tr7600f3d presents a next generation inspection platform for the most demanding pcb design . the inline ct axi solution combines ultra - high resolution imaging with high definition planar ct inspection , a new robust hardware platform and a redesigned intuitive software to achieve exceptional image . . .
the cross - sectional images of relevant inspection targets can be easily selected from abundant camera - image libraries to ensure precise fault detection .
automatic inspection processes detect errors at an incomparably higher rate than people can accomplish , bolstering efficiency of production lines . automated inspections afford reliably repeating inspections . and , they offer precision in capturing performance data , such as rejection rates . these benefits spur quality and conformance improvements that become very significant contributors to customer upgrade and repeat purchase rates , profit margin , and market competitiveness .
the tr7600 siii series ct axi is a new generation of tri’s hallmark inline pcba inspection solutions . designed for 100 % inspection coverage at production line speed , the tr7600 siii combines industry’s fastest high resolution imaging speed with greatly improved image quality in the industry ' s . . .
rejects underweight or overweight product units and immediately removes them from the line . the rejection triggers an alert that prompts line workers or supervisors to attend to the fill weight problem , before perhaps thousands of nonconforming products are produced . some features and benefits of automated
the 3d - ct method enables the inspection of indistinct shapes which 2d or pseudo ct cannot detect . making the impossible in design a reality !
abnormal detection , for example the result of the inspection serve as a criterion to reject a part ( for scrap or re - work ) .
the radioscopic system has been designed to cover a universal range of applications . it is therefore superbly suited to tackle quality assurance tasks in such diverse areas as production , incoming inspection , or research and development . the programmable dp 435 p version is recommended if inspection times call for optimization .
inspect safety equipment regularly ( e . g . , every 3 to 6 months ) to ensure that it will function properly when needed . the laboratory supervisor or safety coordinator is responsible for establishing a routine inspection system and verifying that inspection records are appropriately maintained and archived as required by law .
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the tr7600ll siii series ct axi is a new generation of tri ' s hallmark inline pcba inspection solutions . designed for 100 % inspection coverage of very large boards , the tr7600ll siii delivers industry ' s fastest high resolution imaging performance and great image quality in the industry ' s most advanced . . .
use of
golden board
: one method is to provide a known good board as a target for the aoi , automated optical inspection system to use . this is passed through the system so that it can learn the relevant attributes . it will look at the components , the solder profiles of each joint , and many other aspects . in order to provide the system with enough variance data several boards are often required .
provide process feedback : an equally important function of a pcb inspection system is to provide feedback into the manufacturing process . using a pcb inspection system on the output of the soldering process can enable any pattern faults to be seen and the process corrected almost immediately to reduce or eliminate the occurrence of a given problem .
if your plant is still using outmoded manual inspection processes , it is probably time to discuss with your sme in manufacturing machinery , possibilities for implementing quality and conformance inspection and identification technologies . you may discover that it is more affordable to procure the equipment and implement its use than it is not to do so .
furthermore , a dürr ndt cr scanner ( hd - cr35 ) was also installed to provide ultra - high resolution inspection capability in cases where this is required if the material thickness is below a certain value . as the inspection techniques for this application are based on the 2013 iso17636 - 2 standard ( “non - destructive testing of welds – x - and gamma - ray techniques with digital detectors” ) , penetrated thicknesses of 1 . 5 mm and below require a minimum basic spatial resolution ( bsr ) of 40 µm – the hd - cr35 exceeds this requirement and is certified by bam ( federal institute for materials research and testing ) down to 30 µm . for any resolution requirements below 30 µm , the dürr ndt dr7 digital detector is more suitable as it can achieve a 25 µm basic spatial resolution .
qualitel is a contract manufacturer ( ems ) specialized in a full range of high - mix , low - volume , and high - reliability products and services . serving aerospace , medical and life sciences , industrial , and military markets qualitel is now also using the contactless component counting system xrhcount from visiconsult . qualitel did a comprehensive market evaluation and comparison , which led to the conclusion that the xrhcount is the fastest and most accurate component counting system based on x - ray technology worldwide .
ewi’s nondestructive evaluation ( nde ) group designs and performs inspections for a broad range of applications . we use manual and automated inspections , custom equipment designs , and mathematical modelling , to tackle the most challenging inspection problems . in addition to evaluating welds , we inspect bulk materials and components . we continually update our capabilities to include state - of - the - art nde techniques and work closely with ewi’s other technology groups to assure the highest standards of quality .
firstly the departure from through - hole components to surface mount components meant that traditional incircuit tests no longer had the electrical connectivity to provide high levels of fault coverage . it has further been accelerated by the use of smaller and smaller geometry devices forcing the requirement for a high connection count automated solution .