The Totech Dry Tower is an automated, highly flexible and expandable buffer storage system designed for the safe storage of components and production materials in a controlled environment. A unique identification code ensures that the right component is selected for set up and delivered to the correct retrieval station. Return-to-storage is equally quick.

The right component is always in the right place at the right time – ready for quick and smooth changeovers in your SMT line. Continue Reading ->

Industry 4.0 changes the rules of the game for manufacturing. It holds great promise for significant increases in productivity by connecting machines with information technologies and the Internet.

Companies that use new technologies for Industry 4.0 are more competitive because they produce at lower costs and possess the flexibility to meet wide ranging and quickly changing customer requirements. Industry 4.0 is upon us, and those that are prepared to implement it now will actively shape and lead the change.

Mass customization is a marketing and manufacturing concept that merges the personalization and flexibility of custom-made with the low cost per unit for which mass production is known. The 4.0 environment advances this concept towards reality. With all useful information available at any time, in any location, it is possible to economically produce individualized products in very small batches. Companies that implement Industry 4.0 produce faster, with more flexibility, greater efficiency of material, and reduced complexity and downtime. Continue Reading ->

We spoke at this year’s Apex with a number of people interested to learn more about our automated logistics systems.  One conversation was with iConnect 007’s Andy Shaughnessy.  Excerpts from that interview follow:

Andy Shaughnessy: Rich, we talked a few times last year, and I understand that you’ve got some updates on what’s been going on in the company. What’s the rundown?

Rich Heimsch: Absolutely. Nice to see you again. We’re consistent with our “More than just dry air” slogan. The rate of product development has continued along the lines of moving beyond dry cabinet and moisture-sensitive device storage. Continue Reading ->