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Transition Automation Unveils New Permalex Pro Reinforced Squeegee Line
October 8, 2015 | Transition Automation, Inc.Estimated reading time: Less than a minute
Transition Automation, Inc., announces a new high performance product line for pump printing applications. The Permalex-Pro “R” series is a reinforced blade assembly which enables high speed continuous operation for extended high volume SMT printing. The new process developed by Transition Automation adapts a steel rod to the non-printing edge of the squeegee which aids the user in handling and assembly and improves the straightness and durability of the squeegee during customer installation and operation. The new product is available for delivery in 3-5 days A.R.O.
About Transition Automation, Inc.
Transition Automation, Inc. is a worldwide leader in the manufacturing and distribution of Permalex® Edge Metal Squeegees, holder systems, and advanced SMT printing systems. Founded in 1989, Transition Automation, Inc. continues to advance the state of the art in surface mount solder paste printing by innovating the critical and high-cycle squeegee component of the SMT assembly process. The PrinTEK Series of SMT benchtop printers are renown for their ability to produce high quality results for ultra-fine pitch SMT in high-mix production situations. The company is located at 5 Trader Circle, Building D, Tyngsboro, Ma 01879 USA . Phone: 978-649-2400; Fax 978-649-2402, Web: www.transitionautomation.com
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