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SCS to Showcase Coating, Ionic Contamination and New Conveyor Technologies at IPC APEX EXPO
SCS announced plans to exhibit at the IPC APEX EXPO, scheduled to take place April 9-11, 2024, at the Anaheim Convention Center. SCS is showcasing its comprehensive portfolio of coatings including, Parylene, liquid, plasma, ALD and multilayer coatings as well as the PrecisionCoat VI, Ionograph® SMD V and PrecisionAdvance systems in Booth #4212. SCS is... Read More >>
SCS’ Amherst Facility Achieves Nadcap® Accreditation
SCS’ Amherst, New Hampshire, coating facility has achieved Nadcap® accreditation for conformal coating of electronics – printed board assemblies. This prestigious accreditation reaffirms SCS’s commitment to meeting the highest standards of quality and reliability in the industry. Nadcap (National Aerospace and Defense Contractors Accreditation Program) is a globally recognized program that sets rigorous standards and... Read More >>
SCS PrecisionCoat VI Material Applications: Underfill and Potting
The SCS PrecisionCoat VI selective conformal coating and dispense system is a fully programmable, multi-purpose system that offers unparalleled programming for automated material applications. In addition to coating application, the PrecisionCoat’s multi-valve technologies enable the application of underfill materials, and its potting platform automates the potting process to increase production accuracy and efficiency. Underfill and potting are both... Read More >>
Conformal Coatings Enhance Coil Winding Designs
With the evolution of e-mobility, medical electronics and electric motors, the demand for advanced coil winding designs is growing. The manufacture of these windings can be broken down into three distinct phases: pre-winding, winding and post-winding. Each phase presents different challenges that can impact the robustness and longevity of the application’s design. To protect and... Read More >>
SCS Introduces New Conveyor System for Conformal Coating Process Control
SCS is pleased to introduce its new conveyor system, PrecisionAdvance. The conveyor system provides exceptional product handling and efficient process step integration often associated with conformal coating processes. PrecisionAdvance conveyors can fully integrate with the SCS PrecisionCoat and PrecisionCure systems to provide a comprehensive solution, enabling line management and automating and streamlining the movement of... Read More >>
Low Outgassing Conformal Coatings Protect Critical Space Electronics
Electronics are critical components of satellites, spacecraft and other extraterrestrial exploration equipment that must operate reliably in the extreme conditions of space. Often, traditional protection methods are inadequate as the harsh operating environment in space creates significant challenges for electronic systems, including extreme temperature cycling, electrical shorts and outgassing. Conformal coatings provide a necessary barrier... Read More >>
SCS Ionograph® Baskets Provide Consistency and Security
SCS is pleased to offer new stainless steel baskets for use with SCS Ionograph® Systems. These baskets provide manufacturers with a secure process for placing boards into and retrieving boards out of the test cell. Because these baskets can remain in the test cell, the possibility of contamination introduced by fixturing is significantly reduced. Baskets... Read More >>
Coating Spotlight: SCS Silicone Conformal Coatings
Silicone conformal coatings offer critical barrier protection to a variety of applications such as printed circuit boards (PCBs) and other components. These coatings protect applications against potential hazards like moisture, high heat exposure, dust, dirt, chemicals and corrosion. Similar to other liquid conformal coatings, silicone conformal coatings are applied via a manual or automated spray,... Read More >>
SCS Expands European Capabilities to include Liquid Coating Services
SCS is pleased to announce the integration of liquid coating capabilities into its European facility in Woking, England. This expansion enables SCS to effectively meet the growing demand for liquid coating solutions in Europe, further enhancing its position as a leading provider of advanced conformal coating services. SCS is committed to delivering exceptional quality and... Read More >>
Conformal Coatings Provide Barrier Protection to Batteries Across Markets
The environments in which batteries are being used are continuously evolving. Due to the rapid advancement of the technology, battery usage is growing at an exponential rate. Many medical implantable devices, drones, stationary energy storage, advanced defense and aerospace technologies and hearables depend on batteries for successful operation. As new applications for batteries are being... Read More >>
