Defense Speak Interpreted: If CHIPS Cuts Back, What Happens to Electronics Packaging Funds?
American Made Advocacy: Where’s the Budget for a Modern Military Run on Microelectronics?
Beyond the Board: Orbital High Ground—Why Space Superiority Is Slipping Away
Rocket EMS Outfits New Nevada Facility with XQuik II Plus Counter
July 25, 2022 | VJ ElectronixEstimated reading time: 1 minute
VJ Electronix, Inc., the leader in rework technologies and global provider of advanced X-ray inspection and component counting systems, is pleased to announce that Rocket EMS, Inc. has installed its second XQuik II Plus component counter. When the company acquired its new 50,000 sq ft. facility in Carson City, Nevada, they made the decision to outfit it with the award-winning X Quick II Plus. Rocket EMS now operates an X Quik II at its new Carson City facility as well as its headquarters in the heart of Silicon Valley.
“Working in a fast-paced environment like Rocket EMS is never an easy task to do singlehandedly,” stated Geenno Fontanilla.
Director of Engineering at Rocket EMS. “That is why we rely on partnerships with equipment suppliers like VJ Electronix to provide us with technologically advanced equipment. The XQuick II Plus has been a work horse in our receiving and warehouse departments at both our Nevada and California sites. As we move forward to integrate this into our Voyager 2.0 MES system, our customers would soon have visibility at a component level to ensure accuracy and traceability of their materials on demand.”
The VJ Electronix XQuik II Plus is the solution to today’s demanding component counting requirements. With a cycle time of less than 20 seconds (for both single reel and quad counts), the XQuik II Plus is designed for operational simplicity and automation flexibility. It is easily configured to communicate with any existing MES inventory control system and a sample interface, along with detailed instructions, is provided for the customer’s IT team to quickly customize for their specific needs.
Rocket EMS, founded in Jan 2011, is a Santa Clara, Calif.-based Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) company serving fast-growth, high-technology companies. The company is uniquely positioned to meet the very high demands of New Product Introduction (NPI) manufacturing and test. Rocket is a one-stop partner, specializing in ultra-quick-turn (24 – 48 hour) manufacturing of Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs), design and complementary services.
Share on:
Testimonial
"We’re proud to call I-Connect007 a trusted partner. Their innovative approach and industry insight made our podcast collaboration a success by connecting us with the right audience and delivering real results."
Julia McCaffrey - NCAB GroupSuggested Items
Boston Semi Equipment Adds New Handler Product Lines to Expand Test and Back-end Manufacturing Product Portfolio
09/09/2025 | Boston Semi EquipmentBoston Semi Equipment (BSE), a global leader in semiconductor test automation solutions, introduced several new product lines under a partnership with a leading semiconductor original equipment manufacturer (OEM) based in Asia.
Sypris Wins Contract for Classified Missile Avionics Program
09/09/2025 | Sypris Solutions Inc.Sypris Electronics, LLC, a subsidiary of Sypris Solutions, Inc., announced that it has received a follow-on contract award to manufacture and test advanced electronic power supply modules for integration into the avionics suite of a classified, mission-critical missile program. Production is scheduled to begin in 2026.
Weaning the U.S. Military Off a Tablet Supply Chain That Leads to China
09/08/2025 | Jim Will, USPAETablet computers are essential to how our military fights, moves and sustains, but these devices are built on a fragile global supply chain with strong ties to China. Building domestic manufacturing to eliminate this vulnerability is feasible if we tap into the information and capabilities that already exist and create strong demand for tablets produced by trusted and assured sources.
Zhen Ding Posts August 2025 Monthly Revenue Report
09/08/2025 | Zhen DingZhen Ding Technology Holding Limited, a global leading PCB manufacturer, today reported August 2025 revenue of NT$14,651 million, up 9.13% MoM and down 17.75% YoY.
Kitron Reports Initiation of Share Buyback Program
09/08/2025 | KitronKitron ASA has decided to initiate a share buyback program of up to 16,000 of its own shares for a total maximum amount of NOK 900,000. The buyback program may be carried out in the period from this announcement and until 12 September 2025.