HUDSON, NH — CeTaQ Americas, a leader in quality analysis and optimization of SMT production processes, announces that it will highlight the CmController5 Compact (CmC5 Compact) measurement and analysis tool in booth 1828 at the upcoming APEX 2008 exhibition and conference, scheduled to take place April 1-3, 2008, in Las Vegas.

CmC5 Compactis designed as a universal measuring and analysis tool for SMT production. This dedicated tool for machine and process capability analysis includes a complete measurement system with measurement software for vision and statistical analysis. Additionally, it helps users analyze and optimize the production process with an error rate reduction.

The tool features an attractive and rugged design in order to meet customer demands of measurement precision, mobility, speed, flexibility and ease of use. The standard version is ready to use for all SMT pick-and-place machines, and all of the glass boards designed by CeTaQ fit into the CmC5 Compact without any additional tools. It is possible to expand the system’s functionality with additional hardware and software. The Machine Capability Analysis (MCA) test for printers also can be directly controlled by the system.

Featuring low-cost machine acceptance test, fast error correction, and preventive and predictive maintenance planning, CmC5 Compact provides measurement on site, ease-of-use, and dedicated tools and comprehensive software.

CmC5 Compact offers users significant benefits including quick return on investment, a third-party independent method, productivity and efficiency improvement, significant defect reduction, and validationfor ISO, IPC and Automotive standards. Additionally, the tool is suitable for all major SMT machines.

Because of its low weight (approx. 130 Kg), the CmC5 compact can be equipped with a wheel lift system, allowing it to move easily to the equipment to be measured. The most powerful element is the software package that is organized into different levels and can be adapted to meet specific customer requirements.