SMT - Surface Mount Technology

SMT components are smaller and lighter, allowing for higher component density on circuit boards and enabling miniaturization in electronic devices. This technology offers improved electrical performance with shorter signal paths and reduced parasitic capacitance, making it ideal for high-frequency applications. SMT assembly processes are highly automated, leading to increased efficiency, lower labor costs, and faster production times. Additionally, SMT components offer enhanced thermal performance, design flexibility, and reliability, making them the preferred choice for modern electronics manufacturing.

Surface Mount Technology being Assembled onto PCB Board
Surface Mount Technology being Assembled onto PCB Board

Now Two Lines for Greater Efficiency

Poly Electronics has invested in its manufacturing capabilities with the addition of a second, state-of-the-art Surface Mount Technology (SMT) assembly line.  This upgrade more than doubles Poly Electronics’ manufacturing capacity, ensuring faster turnaround and even greater precision for our customers.

Two Yamaha YSM pick-and-place machines, each capable of placing up to 90,000 components per hour (CPH), for a combined maximum throughput of 180,000 CPH

Ekra Servio 4000 screen printer with vision alignment system for hyper consistent paste deposition.

All new Heller high volume 10 zone oven featuring 20 independent top and bottom heating zones with fast cooling capabilities and advance flux management system.

 

The Right Tools for the Job

SMT placer SM485

SMT Pick and Place

Expanded Capabilities for 2026

Yamaha YSM – 20R

The Yamaha YSM20R is a high-speed, all-purpose surface mount placement system designed to deliver exceptional productivity, flexibility, and accuracy for modern electronics manufacturing. Built on Yamaha’s proven “1-Head Solution” concept, the YSM20R handles an extensive range of component sizes without requiring head changes, minimizing downtime and maximizing throughput.

With mounting speeds up to 95,000 components per hour (CPH), the YSM20R is engineered for high-mix, high-volume production environments. Advanced vision technology, including a wide-scan camera system, improves component recognition and placement accuracy while supporting component sizes ranging from ultra-small 0201 chips to large devices measuring up to 55 x 100 mm.

The machine accommodates PCB sizes up to 810 x 490 mm and offers flexible conveyor configurations for both single-lane and dual-stage operation. Its modular feeder system supports up to 140 feeder positions, enabling rapid changeovers and efficient production of multiple product types. Optional non-stop feeder exchange and tray replacement systems further enhance line utilization and reduce production interruptions.

SMT placer SM485

Hanwha SM485 & SM481 Plus

With a combined line output of placing 64,000 components per hour (40k on SM481 plus, 24k on SM485), our Hanwha team of a state-of-the-art pick-and-place machines is purpose-built for the surface mount technology (SMT) assembly of printed circuit boards (PCBs).

This high-performance chip shooter boasts a combination of speed and precision, allowing for the efficient handling of a substantial number of components within tight timeframes, all while ensuring accurate placement—a crucial aspect in meeting the demands of contemporary electronics manufacturing. Its multi-functionality shines through as it adeptly places a diverse array of components, including various chip sizes, resistors, capacitors, and integrated circuits.

The inclusion of a sophisticated vision system further enhances its capabilities, ensuring precise component alignment, particularly valuable for handling components with varied orientations or for intricate placements on fine-pitch PCBs. Offering flexibility, the SM481 adapts seamlessly to different PCB sizes and types, featuring adjustable feeder capacities and supporting various feeder types to handle a range of component packaging. 

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Screen Printing

Expanded Capabilities for 2026

Ekra -Serio 4000

The EKRA SERIO 4000 is a fully automatic inline solder paste stencil printer designed for high-mix and medium-to-high volume SMT production. Manufactured by ASYS Group, it is known for its accuracy, scalable automation options, and user-friendly operation. The platform has been widely used in EMS, automotive, industrial, and electronics manufacturing environments. 

Key Features Include:

  • Fully automatic inline stencil printing system
  • EKRA Vision Alignment System (EVA™) for precise fiducial recognition
  • Closed-loop print head for consistent solder paste deposition
  • Automatic stencil underside cleaning
  • Quick-change squeegee system (iQUESS)
  • Touchscreen-based SIMPLEX user interface
  • Product changeover in less than 2 minutes
  • Upgradeable architecture for future automation needs

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Europlacer EP710

High flexibility screen printer utilizes the most advanced drive control technology available, including 1 micron resolution linear encoders on all axes. A suite of intuitive software enables total control of the printing process.

The printers are fully equipped with many features such as automatic rail width adjust, auto stencil loading, a fully programmable Under Stencil Cleaner and automatic stencil paste inspection.

PCB transport system includes a fully programmable board stop and employs pneumatically controlled foil PCB clamping.

The system is SMEMA compatible to ease integration with fully automated SMT production lines.

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Reflow Oven - 10 Zone

Expanded Capabilities for 2026

Heller 1810-MK5

The Heller 1810 MK5 is a high-performance 10-zone convection reflow oven designed for medium- to high-volume SMT production. Featuring 20 independently controlled top and bottom heating zones, the 1810 MK5 delivers exceptional thermal uniformity, precise process control, and repeatable lead-free soldering performance. The system supports both air and nitrogen operation, making it suitable for a wide range of PCB assemblies and demanding manufacturing environments. 

Key features include:

  • 10 heating zones (20 independently controlled top and bottom zones)
  • Nitrogen-capable operation with low consumption design
  • Advanced flux management system with reduced maintenance requirements
  • Fast cooling capability for lead-free processes
  • Real-time profiling and SPC/CPK process monitoring
  • Conveyor speeds suitable for high-mix and high-volume production
  • Designed for excellent thermal uniformity across complex PCB assemblies

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Reflow Oven - 8 Zone

Manncorp CR8000

A combination of 8 independently controlled full-convection heating zones (16), 2 cooling zones, and low-velocity, low turbulence air flow allows the CR8000 reflow oven to provide you with thermal accuracy of ±1°C and a ΔT of ±2°C across PCB assemblies to 22″ (570 mm) wide. This high-performance model takes up less floorspace than comparable alternatives on the market and offers a throughput that can keep pace with even high-volume production requirements.