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Koh Young America Highlighting Smart Factory Solutions at SMTA Guadalajara
November 6, 2018 | Koh Young AmericaEstimated reading time: 2 minutes
As the industry's leading smart factory solutions provider, Koh Young will highlight its pioneering Industry 4.0 solutions together with its Mexico sales partner Repstronics. Together, they will demonstrate smarter, faster, and innovative True 3D SPI (solder paste inspection) and AOI (automated optical inspection) solutions integrated with the AI-powered KSMART platform at SMTA Guadalajara Expo and Tech Forum during 14-15 November 2018 at the EXPO Guadalajara convention center in Mexico.
Koh Young has become synonymous with innovative, pioneering technologies. “Our efforts to advance Industry 4.0 shows our dedication to improve manufacturing,” said Ramon Hernandez, Sales Manager for Mexico and South America at Koh Young America. “Beyond our support for various M2M connectivity initiatives like IPC CFX and IPC-Hermes-9852, we continue to introduce AI-powered solutions to help realize a smart factory,” finished Hernandez.
From statistical process control software called SPC@KSMART to programming optimization with its OPO@KSMART (offline programming optimizer), Koh Young will show how its solutions apply real-time data analytics to help improve the production process. Beyond its comprehensive KSMART solutions, Koh Young Process Optimizer (KPO) focuses on the print process. “The KSMART software suite makes our award-winning equipment even more powerful, all the while laying the foundation for a smart factory,” said Brent Fischthal, senior manager for Americas marketing and regional sales at Koh Young America.
We welcome attendees to visit us in the Repstronics booth and understand why so many manufacturers turn to Koh Young for inspection solutions.
About Koh Young Technology Inc.
Koh Young Technology Inc., the leading 3D measurement-based inspection equipment and solutions provider, performs an essential role for quality control and process optimization across a growing set of industries including printed circuit board assembly, machining and assembly process manufacturing, semiconductor manufacturing, and various medical fields. In addition to its corporate headquarters in Seoul, Koh Young has sales and support offices in Germany, Japan, Singapore, China, Mexico, and the United States. These local facilities ensure it sustains a close relationship with its growing customer base, while providing them with access to a global network of inspection and measurement process experts.
If you cannot attend the show, you can learn more about Koh Young and its best-in-class inspection solutions click here or by contacting our Mexico sales partner Repstronics.
About Repstronics
Repstronics has over 15 years of experience providing technical and commercial advice in the sale of equipment and consumables for the Manufacturing Industry throughout Mexico. We offer integral solutions in manufacturing processes in the areas of SMT & Electronics, Fiber Optics, MRO, Harnesses & Cables, plus Assembly & Marking. We also have 3 Demo Rooms to provide training on the equipment of the brands we represent. Our experience and the prestige of the companies we represent makes Repstronics the best choice in Mexico and Central America. Invite us to know your processes and discover all the integral solutions we can offer you! Find out more here.
Testimonial
"In a year when every marketing dollar mattered, I chose to keep I-Connect007 in our 2025 plan. Their commitment to high-quality, insightful content aligns with Koh Young’s values and helps readers navigate a changing industry. "
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