Oct 9, 2019 | Tech
Whether it is processing the smallest components, meeting the demand of minimising the void rate of soldered joints, achieving quality improvements thanks to protective lacquer coatings, or ensuring reliable functioning in extreme temperatures, the electronics industry is constantly coming up against new challenges for the processing of sensitive electronic components. Rehm Thermal Systems offers bespoke solutions and systems for these needs and will be demonstrating them at productronica in Munich. This trade fair, the globally most significant for electronics development and manufacturing, will be held at Messe München from 12 to 15 November. Rehm Thermal Systems will be in Hall A4, Stand 335. Come and introduce yourself – the Rehm team will be pleased to meet you!
At productronica 2019, Rehm will be exhibiting the following systems:
VisionXP+: The VisionX series of convection soldering systems represents the highest in quality and flexibility. Its best-in-class model, VisionXP+, offers the highest throughput rate and thereby makes convection soldering – with or without vacuum – even more efficient. At productronica, we will be presenting highlights of the continuing development of the VisionXP+. These include not only the tried-and-trusted EC fan motors that make the system both quieter and more sustainable, but also a reduction in N2 consumption thanks to a new chamber design plus a newly developed cooling line and a number of software analysis tools.
Vision TripleX: With the TripleX, we will be introducing a new development at productronica for convection and vapour phase soldering. The Vision TripleX is based on the reflow convection soldering system of the VisionX series and combines the convection soldering process with the trusted vapour phase soldering process of the CondensoX series. As a result, three different processes can be carried out in the new Vision TripleX: Reflow convection soldering with or without vacuum and vapour phase soldering with Galden®. This not only provides the customer with flexible production options but also offers an integrated dual lane and thus shorter cycle times and higher throughput.
CondensoXS smart: In developing the CondensoXS smart system, we focused on the process chamber – which delivers the highest process reliability and still has a small footprint. The new chamber design, which opens and closes vertically, ensures the optimum hermetical seal and thus reliable and reproducible results. This modified opening mechanism has greatly improved both the dependability and the service life of the system.
Nexus: The Nexus vacuum soldering system is ideally suited for cavity-free and flux-free soldering at up to 450°C with a variety of process gases. Wet-chemical activation is optionally available with formic acid. Lead-free or lead-based preforms and pastes can also be used. Contact soldering is principally used for advanced packaging and power electronics applications. The optional vacuum function helps to minimise oxidation in the components and in the joint itself.
ProtectoXP/XC: The selective Protecto conformal coating system protects sensitive electronic modules from damage by corrosion or other environmental influences such as moisture, chemicals or dust. At the heart of the Protecto system is a coating management function linked to the nozzle technology. Up to four coating applicators are used, offering a high level of versatility. Thanks to the high flexibility of the system design, with ProtectoXC, you can run two processes simultaneously, and with ProtectoXP, you can run four. At productronica, we will be demonstrating the ProtectoX systems with our ViCON system software. In addition to enabling the use of touch elements and gestures, restructuring the menu items and control interfaces, the key issue in developing the ViCON software was to allow the software to be accessed using different types of devices.
RDS UV drying system: Reduced cycle times for the coating process today call for a faster curing time; this can be provided optimally using UV drying plant. Rehm Thermal Systems has responded to this trend and has created a compact dryer specially designed for the curing of UV coatings and adhesives in the new RDS UV unit. UV coatings are solvent-free and therefore advantageous for processing and for the environment. They are being used more and more commonly as corrosion protection for electronic components in the automotive industry, but also as diversely as for musical instruments and in the cosmetics and household appliance industries.
We look forward to talking with you! Come and see us in Hall A4, Stand 335.
Oct 9, 2019 | Tech
Distec GmbH – leading German specialist for TFT flat screens and system solutions for industrial and multimedia applications – introduces the new, compact TFT display modules POS-RP(-PRO), POS-4K-PRO, and POS-IQ-PRO for the Internet of Things (IoT). “We have further developed our proven IoT CompactPanels to better meet the requirements of professional applications in harsh environments,” stated Matthias Keller, Managing Director at Distec. “The plug-and-play TFT display solutions are installed in a milled aluminum front frame with a stainless-steel chassis and offer front-side IP65 protection against dust and water jets.” They can be integrated easily and quickly into various applications.
Easy to Install, Robust, High-Performance
The POS-RP series is controlled by the Raspberry Pi based Artista IoT TFT controller with the latest Compute module CM3 or CM3 +. The TFT controller Prisma-4K operates the high-resolution TFT displays of the POS-4K-PRO series. The POS-IQ-PRO Panel PCs are based on a powerful Intel x86 CPU of the latest Pentium generation and offer a wide input voltage range from 9 to 36 volts.
With the POS-RP(-PRO) series” Raspberry Pi, users can easily program their own applications or use one of the many operating systems supported by Raspberry Pi. Those looking for more processing power or higher resolutions will find the solution in the POS-IQ-PRO modules with Intel® Pentium N4200 or in the POS-4K-PRO modules with a UHD resolution of 3,840 by 2,160 pixels. To start the series, the units are available in sizes of 7, 10.1, 12.5, and 15.6 inches.
POS-RP-PRO Modules Offer Touch and HighBright
The modules of the new POS-RP-PRO series are CE-certified and integrated in even more robust stainless steel housings. In addition, Distec provides two 12.1-inch HighBright versions that are perfect for use in very bright environments: XGA resolution and real 800 cd/m² as well as WXGA resolution and real 1,100 cd/m². The Longlife LED backlights of both models feature a lifespan of 100,000 hours (MTBF). All POS-RP-PRO modules are equipped with integrated touchscreens that allow for easy operation, even with gloves or under the influence of liquids. An optional mounting frame simplifies installation and enables more flexible mounting, for example according to VESA standard. Distec will start shipping the POS-RP-PRO monitor systems in the fourth quarter of 2019.
Distec will present the new POS-RP monitor series and further highlights at stand 121 in hall 8 at the international automation trade show SPS from November 26 to 28, 2019 in Nuremberg, Germany.
Oct 9, 2019 | Tech
Symlink GmbH
[Berlin, 01.10.19] The new software solution for data security 2ndLock contributes to the fact that a secure and simple but military standard based file encryption and easy handling of encrypted data are absolutely possible.
This opens up entirely new opportunities to cover the need for secure data exchange in many sensitive areas. Community, employees and business partners of Symlink GmbH are impressed by their 2ndLock software solution. The Symlink GmbH website provides further details and additional information: www.symlink.de (https://2ndlock.com/)
The “simply as secure as possible” solution will finally be presented live at the IT Security Fair for Trends & Innovations (IT-SA) in Nuremberg in just a few days: Symlink GmbH”s new software solution bears the beautiful name 2ndLock, which was chosen for its double encryption. A first demonstration in September at the Start-up Night in Berlin impressed industry experts and visitors alike. “We are really very pleased that our solution has been so well received. Without my great team, it would not have been possible to implement our solution so quickly in so few months,” commented Daniel Kalwitzki, Managing Director of Symlink GmbH.
2ndLock offers consumers the following special benefits: absolutely secure file encryption and it”s child”s play. File encryption takes place on the user”s end device and not on external servers. Thus 2ndLock clearly stands out from other projects of a similar kind.
Daniel Kalwitzki plans to develop three editions with his team, which will go live by the end of the year. “We would like to give everyone who has a security awareness in dealing with data the opportunity to use 2ndLock to send sensitive data securely and have therefore already released a free community edition. In addition, the Paranoid and Enterprise editions with many other features will be released. Especially with regard to the IT-SA in a few days, we are looking forward to the feedback from customers, users and companies that is so important for us.
Symlink GmbH was founded in 2018 and is now an employer for 10 employees. The company is well established in the market and the new security feature offering further emphasizes the importance of 2ndLock. The head office is in Berlin.
Contact details and further information:
Symlink GmbH
Oberwallstraße 6
10117 Berlin
Phone: +49 30 54906732
Email: info@symlink.de
Oct 9, 2019 | Uncategorized
A beverage manufacturer had a combination of colors registered as an EU trademark. In a ruling from July 29, 2019, the ECJ confirmed that the mark is null and void (Az.: C-124/18 P).
Registering a combination of colors requires overcoming significant hurdles. We at the commercial law firm MTR Rechtsanwälte https://www.mtrlegal.com/en.html note, for instance, that the arrangement of the colors and their relationship to one another need to be clearly defined, and the mark must be sufficiently distinct from products of other providers.
A beverage manufacturer failed to meet these requirements, having registered two combinations of colors as EU trademarks. A rival firm successfully filed challenges to these with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), claiming that the information provided about the combination of colors was much too vague. The ratio of the colors of the first mark was described as roughly 50:50, while the colors of the second mark were described as being depicted next to each other in equal proportions.
This description was first rejected by the General Court of the European Union for being too imprecise. In November 2017, it held that the color mark lacked sufficient distinctive character. This decision has since been upheld by the ECJ in spite of the beverage manufacturer”s argument that the combination of colors had achieved significant brand awareness and possessed distinctive character.
The ECJ clarified that the graphic representation of two or more colors must be systematically arranged in such a way that the colors concerned are associated in a predetermined and uniform way. The mere juxtaposition of two or more colors, without shape or contours, or a reference to two or more colors “in every conceivable form”, will not exhibit the required qualities of precision and uniformity.
According to the case-law of the ECJ, combinations of colors cannot be granted an EU trademark if they allow for a plurality of reproductions. If this is the case, the requirement for a trademark to be clear is not met.
Trademarks are an important asset for businesses. Yet registering a trademark may require overcoming significant hurdles. Lawyers with experience in the field of IP law can advise on trademark law.
https://www.mtrlegal.com/en/legal-advice/ip-law.html
Oct 9, 2019 | Tech
On October 21-22 2019, ScaleUp 360° Intranet brings together more than 200 experts and decision makers working on the Digital Workplace, Intranet, Collaboration, Knowledge management, UX, IT and Internal Communications.
In 12 webinars over 2 days participants have the chance to learn, engage and discuss tech innovation in real-time with thought leaders across the globe – right from their desks.
These are our topics at the 2019 ScaleUp 360° Intranet:
– How to set up an intranet that delivers on communication, collaboration, knowledge management and social functionalities?
– Building the connected workforce – How to drive workforce productivity with cloud solutions like Microsoft 365 and Sharepoint?
– Mobility is the new normal – How to enable employees to collaborate and to access company information on their mobile devices?
– Engaging a global workforce – What are the right tools to deliver targeted and timely information for individual employee needs?
– Lifting in-house knowledge treasures – How to capture, manage and retain knowledge throughout entire locations and organizations?
– Solving intranet governance – What are tools to moderate and administrate user interactions on various sites and platforms?
– Measuring your intranet”s impact – What are analytics tools for social intranets that provide user insights and performance indicators?
– Chatbots, UX, User Analytics – How AI can add business value to digital workplaces and collaboration platforms
– Using the power of video – How can video content boost internal learning, collaboration and onboarding processes?
– How to integrate a new intranet into a whole company’s digital ecosystem?
Join us when cross-industry decision makers and leading technical professionals present their challenges, experiences and solutions around today”s and tomorrow”s digital workplace.
For more information on the agenda, our partners and online registration, visit our website at https://www.scale-up-360.com/en/intranet/
