Altus: New 3D AOI Inspection System Drives Efficiency and Precision for PCBA Specialist

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Altus Group, a leading distributor of electronics manufacturing equipment in the UK and Ireland, has supplied Alan Anderson Manufacturing, a growing electronic manufacturing services provider, with a state-of-the-art 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) system. This advanced solution is designed to align with their increasing production needs, enhancing inspection precision, streamlining efficiency, and further strengthening their commitment to quality control.

As AA Manufacturing’s operations have grown significantly, they recognised the need for more advanced inspection technology to keep up with the increasing complexity of their products. After consulting with Altus for expert guidance, they decided to invest in the Koh Young Zenith Alpha HS+ 3D AOI system. While their previous system, a benchtop AOI had performed well, this new system allows them to meet the higher demands for inspection precision and efficiency, ensuring their continued commitment to the highest level of quality control while streamlining production processes and ultimately increasing capability.

Phil Bray, Managing Director at Alan Anderson Manufacturing, said: "The reputation of Koh Young and Altus in the market is clearly outstanding; a glance at their recent news and extensive partner list confirms they are a stand out in the technology. For us, the decision to invest in the market’s leading 3D AOI solution is driven by a commitment to quality, not simply to catch non-conformities, but to equip our team with the tools needed to measure deviations from perfection and ultimately drive yield improvements. Our customer expect best in class, and that is what we are committed to deliver."

The Koh Young Zenith Alpha HS+ offers fully automated 3D inspection with advanced features such as high-speed processing and precise SPC analysis, providing 100% inspection coverage up to 25mm in full 3D metrology. It ensures micron-level precision across all components, while integrated KSMART software enables real-time data analysis, helping optimize production processes and improve yield.

Joe Booth, CEO of Altus Group, commented, “Alan Anderson Manufacturing is a dynamic company making smart investments to drive growth and have taken the market by storm over the last years. We’re very pleased to support them with another successful project and their new 3D AOI solution, which will no doubt strengthen their offering to their customers, and position in the UK CEM market.”

With this cutting-edge inspection technology in place, Alan Anderson Manufacturing is now well-positioned to scale its operations while maintaining its commitment to exceptional quality control standards.