E.D.&A. takes the next step for inline process control

The purchase of the additional AOI machine in May of last year was already part of the project to completely roll out the inline process control. That way you can correct any errors in the process as quickly as possible, which is extremely important. The short feedback loop allows for very quick actions to be taken in order to avoid serious anomalies.

Now E.D.&A. is taking the next step for inline process control.

How does inline process control work?

E.D.&A. is now also transitioning to inline functional testing. The production line is being expanded behind the Flying Probe Test line with a handler and a universal measurement system. The handler is a type of vertical press combined with a horizontal transport system that passes PCBs. The pin beds above and below are automatically pressed to test the controller between them. These pin beds are connected to a single universal measuring system, whereas previously we always had to provide specific measuring electronics for each fixture. Our Test & Repair department continues to be responsible for the fixtures. The programming of the customer software in the controller will also take place in this handler.

Why inline functional testing?

This step ties in with the further optimisation of the production process for our controllers. The result is reduced total turnaround time. The immediate functional testing of the controller ensures rapid feedback to previous processes.