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One Platform, Total Visibility: The Importance of a Unified Analytics Platform for Electronics Manufacturers

Discover why electronics manufacturers need a unified analytics platform to connect shop-floor data, eliminate silos, track KPIs across lines, and turn machine data into actionable insights.

June 25, 2026

OPC UA: From Partnership to Co-NECT

From partnership to innovation—see how collaboration with Kurtz Ersa led to the first OPC UA implementation in Co‑NECT for smarter factory connectivity.

May 11, 2026

Key Takeaways from IPC APEX EXPO 2026

Greg Benoit reflects on IPC APEX EXPO 2026 in Anaheim: lower foot traffic offset by higher-quality conversations, strong industry innovation in smart material management, and AI-enabled solutions raising the interoperability bar.

March 30, 2026

The Silent Referee of SMT Line Quality Control

Improve SMT line quality control with the Product Flow Controller—real‑time interlocking that stops non‑compliant materials and setups instantly.

March 28, 2026

Engineering Excellence: Spotlight on Galen Alexander Celebrating a career of curiosity, dedication, and global reach

Spotlight on Galen Alexander, Application Engineer, with Cogiscan that highlights his extensive technical experience in PCBA manufacturing

November 20, 2025

Resurgence of MSD Management in PCBA Manufacturing

Why enquiries about moisture-sensitive device control have surged, and the industry trends pushing manufacturers to automate MSD handling on the shop floor.

September 16, 2025

Moisture Matters: Simplifying MSD Control for Electronics Manufacturers

In this engaging 45-minute webinar, our experts Greg Benoit and Julie Cliche-Dubois explored everything you need to know about effective MSD management.

June 11, 2025

The Epic Data Journey in Electronics Manufacturing: From shop floor connectivity to actionable insights

Welcome to our digital narrative, where we embark on an epic quest through the bustling floor of an electronics factory. This is a tale of transformation, a data journey that starts in the heart of the shop floor and ends with a trove of actionable insights for the entire production ecosystem.

May 7, 2025

Cogiscan and Scienscope Partner to Advance Factory Digitalization for X‑ray Inspection

Cogiscan and Scienscope announce a partnership to unlock the full value of X‑ray inspection data and support smarter, more connected electronics manufacturing.

March 17, 2025

Cogiscan and Ersa Partner to Deliver OPC UA Connectivity for Ersa Soldering Systems

Cogiscan partners with Ersa to deliver OPC UA connectivity for Ersa soldering systems, enabling standardized integration and smarter electronics manufacturing.

March 16, 2025

Optimizing Profit During Market Uncertainty

Join us for a concise 45-minute webinar where the seasoned professionals from Cogiscan and iTAC will delve into the utilization of specialized software solutions to boost profit margins within the electronics manufacturing sector.

March 12, 2025

Think Outside the Box: The Power of Customized Dashboards in Electronics Manufacturing

Discover how customized dashboards transform electronics manufacturing by turning complex factory data into clear, role‑specific insights. Learn how tailored analytics empower Production Managers and Machine Operators to boost efficiency, reduce downtime, and make smarter, faster decisions.

February 16, 2025

How the Increasing Complexity of PCBAs Raises the Pressure on MSD Control

As PCBAs become increasingly complex, manufacturers face rising risks tied to miniaturization, higher component density, fragmented workflows, and stricter customer demands. Discover why modern production environments require advanced, automated MSD Control to maintain reliability, ensure traceability, and eliminate costly exposure errors.

January 28, 2025

The Critical Role of MSD Control in Aerospace and Defense Electronics Manufacturing

Unfailing reliability is the top requirement for products used in the aerospace and defense industries–– electronics used in these sectors are vital to mission success, and even a single component failure is not an option. To that end, having a robust Moisture Sensitive Device (MSD) control system is essential, not simply a nice to have. Since these products are expected to have extensive operational lifetimes, A&D manufacturers must make the long-term integrity of MSDs a basic prerequisite to help meet these requirements.

January 23, 2025

The Power of Active Traceability and Analytics in Electronics Manufacturing for High-Reliability Sectors

Active traceability and analytics help electronics manufacturers prevent errors, optimize production, and improve quality—essential for high-reliability sectors like aerospace, medical, and automotive.

January 15, 2025

The Founders of Cogiscan Reflect on Cultivating Culture and Pioneering Change in Electronics Manufacturing

Founded in a spare bedroom in 1999 by André Corriveau, Vincent Dubois, and François Monette, the company has since established itself as a key player in the industry, particularly known for its Track, Trace & Control (TTC) platform. As the founders prepare to retire after 26 remarkable years, they reflect on their journey, sharing insights into the company's culture, their proudest achievements, lessons learned, and the future of electronics manufacturing.

November 27, 2024

Driving Factory Digitalization Future of Smart Manufacturing

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November 5, 2024

An In-depth Look at Cogiscan's Kitting Control Module

Despite its simplicity at the surface, the kitting step in the electronics manufacturing process can be deceptively complex and resource-intensive. Often overlooked as place to optimize, kitting is in fact a critical phase within the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) sector, where the accuracy and efficiency of job preparation can greatly influence the entire production workflow. Any errors or delays in kitting can cause quality issues and a waste of resources.

October 24, 2024

Maximizing IFS-NX Capabilities To Help Realize Your Smart Factory

This 30-minute webinar covers an overview of Cogiscan and Juki technologies in the manufacturing ecosystem, explains the functionalities of IFS-NX from pre to post-production, and discusses traceability and MSD control options.

October 15, 2024

A Guide to Reducing Failures in the Field: Ensuring Product Quality with Factory Insights

Utilizing Cogiscan's Factory Insights can significantly enhance the ability to monitor and maintain product quality, thus reducing the incidence of failures in the field. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to leveraging Cogiscan's system to proactively address potential defects detected during production.

October 1, 2024

Tackling Spillage in SMT Placement Machines with Factory Insights

When you want to get more through on your SMT lines, you'll often want to first make sure your placement machines are running smoothly. These machines are the backbone of the assembly process, so keeping a close eye on them is key to eliminating waste and ensuring a smoother running line. This guide walks you through how to tackle spillage problems using Factory Insights, Cogiscan’s analytics platform designed specifically for electronics manufacturers.

September 18, 2024

Advanced Integration of Component Tracking Systems in the Circuit Board Assembly Process

Integrating advanced component tracking systems like those from Cogiscan into circuit board assembly processes is essential for precise inventory management and financial strategy, as it prevents excess capital lockup in inventory and keeps production lines moving efficiently. These systems provide real-time data to ERP systems, issue proactive low-level alerts to prevent production stoppages, ensure accuracy during part replenishment through splicing verification, and employ post-teardown counting methods like X-ray technology for precise inventory tracking, leading to better operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.

August 7, 2024

Cogiscan adds sales channel partner Univertools for representation in interior Mexico

Cogiscan, factory digitalization experts for electronics manufacturers globally, is proud to announce a new partnership with Univertools for technical sales support and representation in interior of Mexico. Established in 2008, Univertools re-sells a wide range of SMT solutions for electronics manufacturers within Mexico – with specific support in the key regions of Jalisco, Aguascalientes, Guanajuato, Queretaro, San Luis Potosi, Tamaulipas, Nuevo Leon and Chihuahua.

July 16, 2024

Material Control: A Storage & Location Tracking Solutions Analysis for Circuit Board Assembly

Efficient and organized management of materials used in Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) is paramount. Given that material costs can account for up to 80% of a finished PCBA's expense, efficient control of these materials is not just an operational concern but a critical financial one. Manufacturers have to thread a delicate balance of maintaining enough inventory to prevent delays and production shortages, while avoiding excess that leads to waste and additional costs. This blog offers an analysis of three of the most used storage solutions in electronics manufacturing.

July 3, 2024

Uncover & Fix Hidden Inefficiencies in Your Manufacturing Process with Factory Insights

Watch the recording - In this 45-minute webinar, our experts Mitch DeCaire and Julie Cliche-Dubois covered everything you need to know about our fully customizable analytics platform, Factory Insights.

June 11, 2024

Overcoming Efficiency Hurdles in Electronics High-Mix Manufacturing with Offline Setup

In high-mix manufacturing environments, where product changeover is high, changeover efficiency is paramount. Each transition can lead to downtime on the line (where time is money), which is why many manufacturers have turned to offline setup as a solution. By moving feeder setup tasks offline and utilizing batch changeover methods with feeder exchange units, electronics manufacturers can minimize both the time and complexity associated with changeovers.

May 16, 2024

Advancing Medical Electronics Manufacturing: Precision, Compliance, and Quality with Our Track, Trace & Control Solutions

The biotech and medical industries are at the forefront of innovation, constantly evolving to meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals worldwide. In this ever-advancing landscape, electronics manufacturers face the critical challenge of delivering precision, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and upholding a strong commitment to quality. As a leader in Track, Trace & Control solutions, we’ve been enabled medical-focused electronics manufacturers to meet the demands of this industry for over twenty years now.

May 2, 2024

Key Takeaways from the IPC APEX Expo 2024: A Showcase of Innovation and Partnership

The IPC APEX Expo 2024, held in Anaheim from April 9th to 11th, is one of our favorite shows – the perfect place for those of us in electronics manufacturing to present our latest technologies and nurture pivotal partnerships. Here, we’ll recap the highlights and key takeaways from Cogiscan’s perspective, specifically highlighting our commitment to innovation and collaboration in this industry.

April 25, 2024

I-Connect 007 Ebook: The Printed Circuit Assembler's Guide to... ™ Factory Analytics

Download I-Connect007 Ebook on Factory Analytics: Embracing and comprehending factory analytics is crucial for any electronics manufacturer. Those who place a strategic emphasis on analytics and effectively utilize the resulting insights across their operations will endure over the long term. In an industry characterized by rapid change, intense competition, and slim profit margins, factory analytics serve as a vital tool for identifying potential enhancements and ensuring the ongoing success of the business.

April 9, 2024

Factory Insights: 25 Years of Data Expertise Focused in one PCBA-Specific Analytics Platform

As a performance analytics platform, Factory Insights takes data collected from the entire production ecosystem, including from machines, sensors, traceability tools (material and process information), and through an underlying data management engine, transforms that rich data into KPIs with actionable intelligence. With Factory Insights, Cogiscan continues to leverage all that data know-how and experience to help manufacturers run a more efficient, timely and thus less expensive operation.

March 27, 2024

Mission-Critical Manufacturing: Cogiscan's TTC Platform for Defense Electronics

Given the mission critical nature of aerospace and defense electronics manufacturing, it is imperative to implement stringent quality control measures that adhere to AS9100 standards, ensure meticulous traceability and maintain long-term data retention, while also fostering a culture of continuous improvements. For over two decades, Cogiscan's Track, Trace & Control Platform (TTC Platform) has been integral to electronics manufacturers in this sector – by helping to fulfil the rigorous demands of assembling these high-reliability products while simultaneously helping to enhance the efficiency of the overall manufacturing process.

March 5, 2024

A Market on the Move The Expanding Horizon of Automotive Electronics

The automotive electronics market has become a cornerstone of the overall industry, with its size reaching a noteworthy USD 239.03 billion in 2022. As technology continues to advance, this market is expected to soar to a staggering USD 386.24 billion by 2030, flourishing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.8% during the forecast period. Major EMS and OEM players —including industry giants like Robert Bosch GmbH, ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Aptiv PLC, and Lear Corporation —are leading the charge in the automotive sector. Many of these stakeholders have adopted software solutions like the Cogiscan TTC Platform and iTAC.MOM.Suite to not only meet the changing demands of the market, but to also continuously optimize and control their manufacturing processes.

January 30, 2024

Driving Excellence Embracing IATF 16949 Standards for Superior Quality and Traceability in Automotive Electronics

Electronics Production In the complex world of automotive electronics manufacturing, precision, IATF 16949 compliance, and a strong commitment to quality are essential. Cogiscan's Track, Trace & Control Platform (TTC Platform) has played a pivotal role in the automotive electronics manufacturing landscape, assisting numerous electronics manufacturers over the past 20 years. This piece delves into the ways in which Cogiscan's active traceability platform, coupled with its efficiency-enhancing capabilities, is tailored for the automotive electronics sector. It highlights the platform's vital contribution to meeting IATF 16949 standards and its effectiveness in elevating quality and traceability within the manufacturing workflow.

January 17, 2024

Catalyzing Change Sustainability and Green Initiatives from High-quality OEMs for Electronics Manufacturers

In the realm of PCBA manufacturing, a significant transformation is underway, with sustainability and green initiatives at the forefront. Customers are demanding eco-friendly solutions, placing significant pressure on manufacturers to adapt and meet these new expectations. However, the path to sustainability is full of challenges, and traditional ways of thinking are insufficient. Electronics manufacturers are exploring ways to optimize performance, aiming to extract every ounce of efficiency from equipment and materials.

January 9, 2024

Bridging the Gap Addressing the Trained Labor Shortage in the PCBA Industry

The PCBA industry has experienced exponential growth in the last 5+ years, driven mainly by the insatiable demand for smarter and more connected devices. This growth has driven the demand for a highly skilled workforce capable of handling intricate circuitry, sophisticated machinery, and ever-evolving technology. But the gap between this demand and the availability of well-trained individuals is widening, creating a crisis that has profound implications for the future of electronics manufacturing. In this article, we’ll delve into the potential solutions to better bridge this gap and ensure the sustainability of this vital industry.

November 23, 2023

Decoding Factory Success: Track, Trace & Control + Analytics

Watch the recording - In this 45-minute exclusive webinar, Mitch DeCaire & Julie Cliche-Dubois show you how to uncover profitable pathways and drive actionable insights in your factory using TTC and Analytics solutions.

November 15, 2023

From Tracking to Action Harnessing Traceability Data for Dynamic Production Control and Insightful Analytics

By integrating effective solutions for traceability and analytics, manufacturers can achieve not only increased client acquisition but also heightened profitability. This powerful combination offers a comprehensive approach that drives PCBA factories towards optimal efficiency by tackling both aspects concurrently.

November 14, 2023

Three Driving Forces Behind Electronics Manufacturing Reshoring From Risk Mitigation to Quality Control

Reshoring in electronics manufacturing is a strategic approach that involves relocating the production of electronic components or devices back to the home country or a nearby region, often from offshore destinations. This trend has gained momentum in recent years for several reasons. This blog explore three of those reasons and how manufacturers are changing to fit this new reality. Reasons cover: Less savings in offshoring, Reducing supply chain risks, Increasing quality control and Intellectual Property

November 2, 2023

Ensuring Perfection The Art of Quality Control in Electronics Manufacturing

Quality management comprises four key steps: Quality Planning, where goals and standards (ISO, IPC, etc.) are established; Quality Control, focusing on real-time monitoring and error detection; Quality Assurance, a proactive approach to prevent defects; and Quality Improvement, a continuous process of enhancing operations, products, or services based on data analysis and feedback, ensuring ongoing excellence in quality. This article will however focus on step #2: Quality Control.

October 3, 2023

Mastering Setup Control in the PCBA Industry Enhancing Efficiency and Quality

Setup control is the linchpin of effective PCBA manufacturing. It revolves around preparing the assembly line, equipment, and materials to achieve consistent, high-quality results. A well-executed setup control process reduces downtime and turnover, minimizes errors, and enhances overall productivity. This blog covers 5 key elements of production setup control: Setup Validation, Process Parameters Setting, Offline Setup Validation, Equipment Calibration & Operator Training

September 19, 2023

Unleashing Connectivity's Potential: Revolutionizing PCBA Manufacturing with Co-NECT

In the fast-paced industry of PCBA manufacturing, staying ahead requires more than just production efficiency; it demands a finely tuned orchestration of processes, seamless data exchange, and real-time decision-making. As the PCBA industry marches forward in this digital age, an industry-focused connectivity solution stands out from the rest – Co-NECT. This connectivity platform is poised to transform PCBA manufacturing by harnessing the power of all types of factory connectivity, redefining how our industry operates

September 6, 2023

Beyond Standard Applications Unveiling the Versatility of Our Product Flow Controller (PFC) in Electronics Manufacturing

For more than 20 years, our Product Flow Controller (PFC) has been one of our top-selling hardware products. There are many reasons for that. Sure, popular for standard applications– like using our PFC for production interlocking & SMEMA control – but one of the main benefits of this 8-bit device is without a doubt its versatility. Here are some non-standard applications we've seen of our PFC over the years.

August 23, 2023

Illuminating the Path The Crucial Role of Traceability in Modern Electronics Manufacturing

In the sprawling landscape of modern electronics manufacturing, the manufacturing process can be likened to an enigmatic labyrinth, where a PCBA’s journey, from conception to the finished product is an intricate web of supply chains and assembly requirements. Within this dynamic and fast-paced reality, the importance of traceability should be looked at as a guiding beacon, an illumination to the best path forward. Traceability in electronics manufacturing serves as a fundamental pillar that fosters product integrity, safety, compliance, and supply chain efficiency. As the industry continues to evolve, embracing traceability not only drives business success but also demonstrates a commitment to responsible and sustainable manufacturing practices.

August 10, 2023

Streamlining Electronics Material Management An In-depth Look at the Incoming Material Station (IMS)

As the backbone of any successful operation, material management encompasses the careful planning, sourcing, receiving, and handling of raw materials and components needed to produce electronic products. The Incoming Material Station (IMS) offers an advanced receiving solution tailored specifically for electronics manufacturing. This blog covers the main features of the station, as well as its benefits.

August 3, 2023

Navigating the Waters Understanding the Difference Between a Data Lake and a Data Swamp in Electronics Manufacturing

In the vast realm of data management, two terms often emerge (especially given the adoption rate of AI): data lake and data swamp. While both involve storing and processing large volumes of data, they represent contrasting approaches and outcomes. In this blog, we'll dive into the differences between a lake and a swamp, exploring their definitions, characteristics, benefits, and pitfalls.

June 1, 2023

Cutting Through the AI Hype Practical guidelines for implementing AI in your electronics manufacturing facility

Watch the recording - AI is everywhere. However, very few have success with this new technology. Why is that? In this 45-minute webinar hosted by Mitch DeCaire (Cogiscan) and Martin Strempel (iTAC Software AG), we've covered everything you need to know about AI in electronics manufacturing.

May 9, 2023

What About Data Management? You Might Have Factory Data, but Are You Harnessing the Full Potential

Connectivity is the mandatory foundation for ANY factory digitalization initiative. And while connectivity gets a lot of hype, the less talked about challenge is how to manage the vast amounts of collected factory data.

March 30, 2023

PCBA Manufacturers’ Pain Points and How to Solve Them 4 Concrete Software Solutions

Most digitalization projects can be daunting due to the sheer scope. Therefore, electronics manufacturers need to focus on THEIR key pain points. In this article, we cover 4 problems that PCBA manufacturers regularly have, and we propose solutions for all of them. From Kitting Control solution to AI tools, there is something for everyone.

February 7, 2023

How to Successfully Implement AI Tools in Electronics Manufacturing Use Cases & Domain Expertise

In this interview from Mitch DeCaire (Cogiscan) and Martin Strempel (iTAC Software), you'll learn about what makes a successful AI project in electronics manufacturing. In summary, it's not just about the tool itself. It has more to do with the intent you had when you built the tool and the industry expertise you have to make it actionable. We're going from reactive to prescriptive analytics with this model.

February 2, 2023

Advanced Analytics for SMT: How to Avoid a Field Recall Before It Happens

At Cogiscan, we believe in the power of proactivity over reactivity. With this mindset, we built an SMT Analytics tool that can help PCBA manufacturers avoid a field recall altogether. Here's how.

May 18, 2022

Using an SMT Manufacturing Analytics Software to Maximize Your Component Placement Performance

In this short article, we’ll cover two concrete examples that demonstrate how to best maximize your component placement performance using an in-depth SMT placement analytics software. In order words, we’ll explain how to use drill-down analyses to get best out of your SMT lines.

February 24, 2022

The Future of Electronics Manufacturing is All About Software Solutions

The future of electronics manufacturing is in the power of factory digitalization through smart software solutions. This summarizes Michael Ho's predictions for the PCBA industry for 2022. EMS will have to do more with less. Manufacturers will need to have a digitalization strategy. There is no one size fits all for digitalization in electronics manufacturing.

December 16, 2021

How to Avoid Getting Stuck With a SMT Manufacturing Analytics Tool Filled With Meaningless Data

Many software companies, and even some of the leading machine vendors, offer interesting SMT manufacturing analytics tool for the PCBA industry. But, does a better SMT analytics tool automatically mean better insights?

December 13, 2021

Tips & Tricks to survive allocation

We’ve got some survival tips from Greg Benoit, Director of Sales Enablement, to help you navigate this component allocation more smoothly. His smart material management advice will help you get the best use out of every single component... and alleviate some of your suffering.

October 21, 2021

Protecting Precious Components

Almost everything sold today has a circuit board in it and most of these smart devices use, and thus compete for stock on, the same ICs.And while manufacturers all vie for the same parts to meet their customers increasingly desperate demands, experts predict we’ll be dealing with this situation well into 2022.

September 16, 2021

When Information Technology Optimizes the Electronic Assembly Process

This is only an excerpt. To read the article in its entirety (in French…

July 1, 2021

When Information Technology Optimizes the Electronic Assembly Process

Jabil selects Cogiscan for SMT machine connectivity to accelerate digital transformation strategy

Jabil has chosen Cogiscan's Co-NECT technology for a corporate-wide connectivity programme spanning more than 2,000 SMT machines across its global plants.

May 25, 2021

Jabil selects Cogiscan for SMT machine connectivity to accelerate digital transformation strategy

Dynamic Source Manufacturing Achieves Another Major Smart Factory Automation Milestone with Cogiscan

CALGARY, CANADA,  April 2021  Dynamic Source Manufacturing Inc. (DSM), celebrating its 20th year as a leading…

April 22, 2021

Dynamic Source Manufacturing Achieves Another Major Smart Factory Automation Milestone with Cogiscan

Digital Factory: How to Achieve it & Where to Begin?

We’ve been focusing on smarter manufacturing solutions for over 20 years. We’ve remained hyper-focused on improving the manufacturing experience for our customers – offering intelligent and customized software solutions that…

February 25, 2021

Digital Factory: How to Achieve it & Where to Begin?

Fast Track to the Digital Factory!

In his latest interview on EMS@C-Level, Philip Stoten wanted to know how Cogiscan and iTAC Software AG would benefit from synergies since the acquisition in early February. Our CEO answered:…

February 24, 2021

We’ve been acquired!

We’ve been acquired by the Dürr Group, via iTAC Software AG, in an…

February 17, 2021

Cogiscan Partners with ASM, Cyberoptics, Heller and C2MI – Implement the Smart Connected Factory

Collaboration Accelerates Digital Transformation for Electronics Manufacturers Cogiscan, the leading connectivity and TTC solutions…

January 20, 2021

Cogiscan Partners with ASM, Cyberoptics, Heller and C2MI – Implement the Smart Connected Factory

Digitalization and how to best achieve it

In this interview, Greg Benoit discusses how the COVID era has accelerated the demand for digital transformation from electronics manufacturers. Listen in as they talk about the data journey steps…

January 15, 2021

Digitalization and how to best achieve it

Case Study on Creation Technologies' Journey to Digitalization with Cogiscan: Elevating Efficiency in Electronics Manufacturing

Creation Technologies chose Cogiscan's Material Control solutions to better streamline operations while enhancing material data accuracy. A pivotal component of their solution is the Cogiscan Open Interface, which establishes a seamless connection with Creation Technologies' Oracle ERP system. Made possible by Cogiscan's Co-NECT integration with Creation Technologies' Nordson X-ray counter – their Oracle ERP now automatically receives material consumption data on teared down materials in real-time, augmenting the accuracy of their inventory.

Positive Improvements from Creating a Connected, Intelligent and Traceable Production System at Saline Lectronics (Emerald EMS)

Saline Lectronics examines the benefits to Cogiscan's enhanced traceability and the positive outcomes of creating an interconnected, intelligent factory.

Detroit Diesel Tracks, Traces and Controls Module Assembly

Recently, DMR began using a TTC data collection system from Cogiscan Inc. to monitor the preassembly, assembly and packaging of ECMs for on- and off-highway diesel engines. The system uses proprietary hardware and software to track, trace and control module assembly—from its initial substrate bake to final packing.

Traceability at Semecs

In 2008 Semecs was requested by some of their major strategic automotive customers to implement a fully automated material tracking and traceability solution for their facility located in Vrable, Slovakia. The Semecs automotive customers were looking for a very high level of product tracking and traceability, from receiving to final packing.

Juki/Cogiscan Tracking Solution Helps Hager Security Productivity

To handle the wide diversity of products, Hager Security needed the appropriate technology, and began working with Juki and their dependable production equipment in 1999.

The What and Why of Trace, Track & Control at Libra Industries

First and foremost it is important to know what it means to have a Trace, Track and Control system in place. In this day of governmental regulation, litigation and cost control, it is surprising how few EMS companies have implemented full traceability in their facilities.

Ensuring Traceability Accuracy at Jabil

Jabil has engaged Cogiscan Product Flow Controllers to ensure that scanners mounted at strategic scan points on the SMT line record all the product information required to populate its traceability database. The inclusion of Cogiscan Product Flow Controllers in Jabil's traceability system makes it a more powerful tool: "Cogiscan's solution ensures a 100% reading rate of serialized PCBs, allowing us to provide accurate information within 24 hours to our customers," affirms Ram.

Fast & Accurate Traceability at Flash Electronics

Flash Electronics: "Cogiscan Traceability software helps us build and access complete historical data that we need, right from the start, and keeps track of every component and process. That's the bottom line," says Sweader Shih, VP Operations.

Practical issues and solutions for handling plastic encapsulated microcircuits (pems) at Raytheon

This paper will describe some of the key issues that were experienced by the manufacturing team at Raytheon Integrated Defense Systems in Andover, MA during the implementation of a new program for PEMs handling. This project was initiated by a customer requirement to comply with the latest revision of IPC/JEDEC J-STD-033.

Controlling Moisture-Sensitive Devices (MSDs) for Double-Sided Reflow Applications at Delphi Automotive Systems

Moisture-sensitive devices require special attention during the assembly process. These devices absorb the atmospheric moisture when removed from their moisture barrier bag, which accumulates at the critical interfaces between the die, leadframe and molding compound.

MSD Control in a High Reliability Production Environment at BAE Systems

BAE SYSTEMS - Given the type of business in which the CCA focus factory is engaged, areas of improvement are continually being identified. One such area pertains to the management of moisture sensitive devices ("MSD"). With the help of Cogiscan, a solution to this industry wide problem of effectively managing MSDs has been addressed.