SMT Tooling Partners with The JW Corporation in Canada
February 10, 2023 | SMT ToolingEstimated reading time: 1 minute
SMT Tooling, a division of PSA Systems, announced that it has partnered with The JW Corporation at its newest manufacturers’ representative. Under the agreement, Jason Wahba will represent SMT Tooling’s Matrix™ Automatic SMT Support Tooling throughout Canada.
“SMT Tooling is excited to have the support of Jason and his team! Jason is an intelligent, motivated, and technically knowledgeable individual. His core values align with SMT Tooling’s and we look forward to a great relationship.” – Jeffrey Pulaski (Project Manager) SMT Tooling.
The JW Corporation is a privately held technical sales representation company servicing Canada’s high-tech manufacturing industry. Founded in 2017, Owner and President Jason Wahba saw a growing need for a fresh and innovative representation organization in Canada. Built on integrity, best-in-class service and technical expertise, The JW Corporation streamlines towards excellence through continuous growth and education.
SMT Tooling’s Matrix system installs in minutes and includes the company’s proprietary pneumatic connections for quick and easy product changeover utilizing “Smart Touch” operator interface with on-screen operator instructions and access to PSA downloadable process apps. Features include feather-lite setup force and the most rigid locking force of any system in the industry.
The new and improved Matrix SMT tooling solution installs on most screen printers and placers in about 30 minutes and offers fully automatic PCB support to each consecutive board.
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