Juki Offers 3600 7" Reel Storage Capacity

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Juki Automation Systems (JAS), Inc., a world-leading provider of automated assembly products and systems and part of Juki Automation Systems Corporation, is pleased to announce that its ISM UltraFlex 3600 Intelligent Storage System provides automatic kitting for the next run on placement machines. Providing the ultimate flexibility, the system communicates with the placement system when a reel of parts is low.  

The ISM UltraFlex 3600 builds on the strengths of its ISM 2000 predecessor, with even higher speed/throughput, powerful software that is constantly improved with new features; and an intuitive interface, now fully on touchscreen devices. The new machine and case designs enable the ISM UltraFlex 3600 to store a maximum number of 3600 7"-8mm reels, but can automatically accept any mix of reel sizes.

During idle time, the machine will automatically sort cases to optimize the distribution of reels of different formats, always providing the maximum possible storage capacity. The ISM UltraFlex 3600 offers unsurpassed ROI.

Key features include:

• Full MSD control that reports when a parts has been out of the system too long
• Ability to dynamically support 8mm up to 88mm thick cases for any volume on any reel size
• Ability to deliver a minimum of 27 parts and up to 54 parts for kitting
• Ability to communicate across multiple placement vendor platforms

About Juki Automation Systems (JAS)

Juki Automation Systems (JAS), is an international leader in high-speed SMT Assembly equipment, has shipped more than 30,000 machines worldwide since 1987.  Juki has built its global image with a combination of top-quality and high-reliability machines with a reputation for world-class service and support that result in the lowest production costs for its customers. Juki machines have about 30 percent U.S. made content by cost. The pioneer of the modular assembly system in 1993, Juki offers flexible solutions designed for both high-volume and high mix environments.  JAS, Inc. employs 45 U.S. employees, including 20 service personnel five specializing in applications sales.

Additionally, JAS, Inc. offers a full line of SMT manufacturing products as wells as selective solder and stamp soldering machines plus Advanced Technology through-hole machines.   Juki supports one of the largest field service groups in the industry.