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November 15, 2016 | PNC Inc.Estimated reading time: 2 minutes
PNC Inc. recently purchased a 1913 Mark III Series SMT Reflow Oven from Heller Industries. In keeping with their commitment to continuous improvement, this machine will be a part of a new SMT line that is coming to PNC in the coming weeks.
"Although we have positioned ourselves as industry leaders, we still want to keep pushing the envelope,” said President Sam Sangani. "We recognize there is no cap on quality so pursuing it is an ongoing endeavor."
The 1913 Mark III is a 13-zone (more than any competitor) reflow machine that is capable of moving as fast as 1.4m/min thus lending itself well to PNC Inc.'s increasing PC board assembly demands. Also, it has a 26-inch wide heater module along with a wide process window which makes it a very versatile tool.
With RoHs becoming more and more prevalent in the industry, the 1913 Mark III is one of the most efficient reflows on the market to date. Its innovative cooling module allows for cooling rates higher than 3 degrees C per second—enabling it to meet the most stringent of lead-free requirements.
"Above all," Sangani said, "was our insistence that this machine be cost efficient for our customers' benefit and energy efficient for the environment's benefit." This reflow can save up to $40,000 per year—these savings will undoubtedly transfer to customers and their bottom lines.
About PNC Inc.
PNC Inc. is located in Nutley, N.J. and is one of the country’s leading providers of Rigid, Rigid-Flex and Flex Printed Circuit Boards and the largest of their in their region. They are committed to providing their customers with innovative solutions for their PCB design, fabrication and assembly and are committed to working side-by-side with visionary engineers and buyers in all technologies including—but not limited to—High Frequency RF/Microwave boards, audio, defense, aerospace and medical. They combine the latest technology with their decades of experience to deliver world class printed circuit board solutions to their customers.
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