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Nov 14, 2018 | November 14, 2018 – Chandler, Arizona – Koh Young America proudly accepted the award for Best Process Control Software for its Koh Young Process Optimizer (KPO) solution at the Mexico EMS Technology Award ceremony held today in conjunction with SMTA Guadalajara.
Nov 06, 2018 | Koh Young Technology reached an impressive milestone recently when the 13,000th inspection system Zenith 2 Automatic Optical Inspection (AOI) was delivered to wenglor sensoric GmbH, Germany. The Zenith series measures the true profilometric shape of components, solder joints and even foreign material on assembled PCBs with true three-dimensional accuracy and with comprehensive IPC-610 comparison.
Nov 05, 2018 | November 06, 2018 – Chandler, Arizona – As the industry's leading smart factory solutions provider, Koh Young will highlight its pioneering Industry 4.0 solutions together with its Mexico sales partner Repstronics. Together, they will demonstrate smarter, faster, and innovative True 3D SPI (Solder Paste Inspection) and AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) solutions integrated with the AI-powered KSMART platform at SMTA Guadalajara Expo and Tech Forum during 14-15 November 2018 at the EXPO Guadalajara convention center in Mexico.
Oct 30, 2018 | October 30, 2018 – Chandler, Arizona – Koh Young Technology, the leading global manufacturer of 3D-based inspection solutions for the electronics industry, is pleased to announce that Mr. David Suh, Applications Team Leader, will present the white paper “Using Analytics to Overcome Production Challenges and Enable a Smart Factory” at the i4.0 Connect Forum, organized in cooperation with IPC and i4.0, scheduled to take place November 6-7, 2018 in Silicon Valley, California.
Oct 24, 2018 | Chandler, Arizona – 2018-10-24 – Propelled by over 25 new high-mix, low-volume electronics manufacturers, Koh Young America proudly announces it has set another new quarterly sales record for the quarter ending September 30, 2018. By selling a combination of nearly 100 Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems in the quarter, Koh Young America surpassed its previous record quarter by over 14 percent. Without question, the electronics assembly marketplace has embraced the true 3D measurement process Koh Young pioneered for the industry.
Sep 18, 2018 | Seoul, South Korea – Koh Young Technology, the pioneer and leader in 3D inspection technology, showed the latest Meister-D for the SiP (System-in-Package) assembly process. This innovative technology was recently highlighted at SEMICON Taiwan in the Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center.
Sep 04, 2018 | Seoul, South Korea – Flexible SMT production has entered into a new dimension. Koh Young Technology’s 3D SPI (Solder Paste Inspection) system has now expanded its solution to perform complex dispensing. Koh Young highlighted the latest innovations, including its new high-precision, integrated dispenser for the KY8030-3 3D SPI in Stand 1F45 at NEPCON South China, which occurred August 28-30, 2018 in Shenzhen, China.
Aug 07, 2018 | August 7, 2018 – Seoul, Korea – Koh Young Technology, the leading 3D measurement and inspection company, achieved its largest-ever second-quarter revenue, which increased 22 percent year-over-year.
Continued success from growing AOI momentum
The revenue came in part due to an increased contribution from 3D AOI business, which increased almost 60 percent year-over-year. The market has been responding positively to its flagship Zenith 3D AOI model. Coupled with powerful software, the Zenith handles an enormous amount of real data, which helps engineers gain insight into the reflow process and enables faster, better decision making.
Jul 10, 2018 | Chandler, Arizona – On 18 July 2018 at Tec de Monterrey in Guadalajara, Koh Young America will present its solution for smart factories at the annual InnovationsFORUM. The forum will discuss insights and new technologies that deliver value and make manufacturing and operation more effective and competitive. Specifically, Koh Young will discuss how it is driving SMT forward on the data highway with advanced analytics powered by artificial intelligence.
May 28, 2018 | Seoul, South Korea – Koh Young Technology will exhibit “True 3D Smart Factory solutions powered by the AI platform” in booth 4C-20 at the upcoming JPCA show scheduled for June 6-8, 2018 at the Tokyo Big Sight in Japan. The company will highlight the high-speed Zenith UHS 3D AOI, KY8030-3 3D SPI, as well as comprehensive KSMART Industry 4.0 solution
May 23, 2018 | Seoul, South Korea – Koh Young Technology, the market leader for 3D inspection, once again demonstrated its leadership by posting record first quarter revenue – up 13 percent year-over-year. Driven by strong AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) growth, especially in automotive and industrial markets, as well as with new customers, Koh Young began a successful 2018 with double-digit growth.
May 22, 2018 | Chandler, Arizona – Whether Solder Paste Inspection or Automated Optical Inspection, the electronics assembly market has widely embraced Koh Young and its innovative 3D inspection technologies. For example, Koh Young has again bested its annual performance in terms of both units and revenue. In fact, it is quickly about to surpass its 12,000th machine installation. Yet, it could not realize the growth without an outstanding group of dedicated field and application engineers to support the growing number of customers in the Americas.
May 14, 2018 | Under the slogan “True 3D Smart Factory solutions powered by the AI platform,” Koh Young Technology will exhibit in Hall 4A, Booth 233, at the upcoming SMT Hybrid Packaging show scheduled for June 5-7, 2018 at the Messe in Nuremberg, Germany. The company will display the next-generation Zenith2 3D AOI, new KY-P3 3D pin inspection solution, and the new automated solder dispensing feature on its KY8030-3 3D SPI.
May 14, 2018 | Under the slogan “True 3D Smart Factory solutions powered by the AI platform,” Koh Young Technology will exhibit in Hall 4A, Booth 233, at the upcoming SMT Hybrid Packaging show scheduled for June 5-7, 2018 at the Messe in Nuremberg, Germany. The company will display the next-generation Zenith2 3D AOI, new KY-P3 3D pin inspection solution, and the new automated solder dispensing feature on its KY8030-3 3D SPI.
May 10, 2018 | Koh Young Technology, the leading 3D measurement inspection solutions provider, attended the 3rd Hermes Standard (THS) initiative meeting in Shanghai, China on April 23rd. The meeting, comprised of 31 SMT equipment suppliers, including 11 new participants, focused on many critical topics like field testing, synergy with the IPC CFX (Connected Factory Exchange), and further protocol development. As the founding member of this initiative, Koh Young has been moving forward with an ambitious implementation schedule to ensure THS version 1.0 could be deployed within just nine months of the first iteration.
May 09, 2018 | oh Young was presented with the SMT China VISION Award for its Zenith 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) at NEPCON China on April 24 in Shanghai, China. Koh Young was one of only six VISION Award winners within Inspection & Testing category, thanks in part for advancing the SMT industry with innovative SMT process technologies.
Apr 25, 2018 | Shanghai, China - Under the slogan “True 3D now powered by AI Platform,” Koh Young Technology will highlight its next-generation full 3D AOI platform in booth 1B60 at NEPCON China from 24-26 April,2018. Pursuing AI-driven automation, Koh Young will feature its new Zenith 2 AOI platform, which provides the AI-driven Auto Programming for rapid job programming.
Apr 24, 2018 | Shanghai, China - Under the slogan “True 3D now powered by AI Platform,” Koh Young Technology will highlight its latest connectivity KSMART Process Optimizer (KPO) for optimizing printers in booth 1B60 at NEPCON China from 24-26 April,2018. Pursuing AI-driven automation, Koh Young has been working with its KSMART partners like MPM printer line and EKRA printer line to realize machine connectivity and a zero-defect production line.
Apr 24, 2018 | Chandler, Arizona – Koh Young Technology recently announced a banner 2017, which included delivering its 11,000th machine to Dynamic Manufacturing, a Matric Group Company located near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. And then, Koh Young America reached a significant milestone. It set the standard for technology adoption by delivering an inspection system every single day during the first quarter of 2018.
Apr 18, 2018 | Chandler, Arizona – Not long ago, 2D inspection was the industry norm, but 3D inspection quickly proved itself as a more reliable technique. Today, true 3D measurement has become even more effective, especially when AI power analyzes the real data. But what is the difference between 3D inspection and 3D measurement, and how can AI improve your process?
Mar 14, 2018 | Seoul, South Korea -- Koh Young Technology, the leading 3D measurement and inspection company, announced its highest-ever quarterly result - up 20 percent year-over-year. Buoyed by strong 3D AOI (Automated Optical Inspection) business coupled with tremendous 3D SPI (Solder Paste Inspection) growth, Koh Young finished 2017 as its most successful year with double-digit annual sales growth.
Jul 09, 2017 | 3D inspection technology leader Koh Young Technology recently announced the delivery of its 10,000th 3D inspection system, a Zenith 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) system, sold to Delphi Electronics Co., Ltd. in Suzhou, China. The Zenith system measures the true profilometric shape of components, solder joints, patterns and even foreign material on assembled PCBs with true three-dimensional accuracy and with comprehensive IPC 610 comparison.
Jun 07, 2017 | 3D inspection technology leader Koh Young Technology announced today the winning of a new contract worth more than €800K for its 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) systems. The customer is StarLine, a world-leading manufacturer of automobile security equipment headquartered in St. Petersburg, Russia. Founded in 1988, StarLine supplies specialized telematics security systems to more than 15 million vehicle owners worldwide.
May 30, 2017 | 3D inspection technology leader Koh Young Technology marked 15 years of continuous success in providing Total 3D inspection solutions to SMT/PCB assembly and other manufacturing industries. Koh Young celebrated its 15th Foundation Day on May 1, 2017. Established in 2002, Koh Young has led the industry in providing the world’s most advanced 3D measurement quality assurance solutions, including its market-leading Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems.
May 25, 2017 | 3D inspection technology leader Koh Young Technology showed off its latest technology developments, including the KSMART Solution, Koh Young’s own field-proven AI platform – IP (Intelligent Platform) at the recent SMT Hybrid Packaging 2017 Show in Nuremberg, Germany. The exhibit was timely in part because Koh Young has proven the excellence of KSMART in Germany, the industrial powerhouse where the “Industry 4.0” concept first emerged, according to Wolfgang Runte, Sales Manager of Koh Young Europe.
May 16, 2017 | 3D inspection technology leader Koh Young Technology reports that its wholly- owned subsidiary, Koh Young Europe, recently closed a record-breaking First Quarter 2017 with a growth of 55% quarter-on-quarter.
May 16, 2017 | 3D inspection technology leader Koh Young Technology announces the relocation of the Koh Young Singapore office to Pasir Panjang, Singapore. The new office will serve as a sales, training, service and application support facility for Koh Young’s best-in-class 3D Solder Paste Inspection (SPI), Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems, and Smart Factory solutions.
Feb 12, 2017 | Koh Young Technology will exhibit its world-leading 3D AOI and SPI solutions with the new theme ‘True 3D now powered by Intelligent Platform for Smart Factory’ in Booth #801 at IPC/APEX next week in San Diego, California, USA.
Sep 20, 2016 | Koh Young Technology will exhibit its world-leading 3D AOI and SPI solutions at the SMTA Guadalajara Expo & Tech Forum, Wednesday October 5 and Thursday October 6, 2016, at Hotel Riu Guadalajara, Mexico. On display will be the KY8030-3 3D Solder Past Inspection (SPI) with dual projection, and the Zenith 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) with its groundbreaking 8-way projection system.
Sep 20, 2016 | Koh Young Technology will exhibit its world leading 3D AOI and SPI solutions at the SMTA Guadalajara Expo & Tech Forum, Wednesday October 5 and Thursday October 6, 2016, at Hotel Riu Guadalajara, Mexico. On display will be the KY8030‐3 3D Solder Past Inspection (SPI) with dual projection, and the Zenith 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) with its groundbreaking 8‐way projection system.
Mar 21, 2016 | Koh Young Technology is now a member of the FUJI Machine Mfg. Co. Smart Factory family, it is announced today.
Feb 03, 2016 | Koh Young Technology announces the delivery of their 1000th 3D in-line Inspection AOI system, a Zenith model; the system was sold to Mando-Hella Electronics Corp. (MHE), located in Songdo, Incheon, South Korea. Mando-Hella is recognized as leading the trend in advanced electronic technology in the Korean automotive market.
Dec 01, 2015 | Koh Young Technology, the market leader in solder paste inspection and automated optical inspection systems, held its annual Koh Young Americas National Sales Meeting in October. More than 30 of the top manufacturer’s representatives in the Americas joined the sales training and products workshops with team-building sessions. Juan Arango, Americas Sales Director, stated, “Our goal is to help educate our sales channel partners to become better informed and aware of every benefit that our 3D inspection technologies offer. This enables them to provide even greater value and solutions to our customers. It keeps them best-equipped to support our customer base in delivering the value of true 3D inspection.”
Sep 04, 2014 | Juan Arango, a seasoned sales management professional with more than 20 years' experience in the electronics manufacturing industry, has been appointed Sales Manager at Koh Young America, effective September 1, 2014. In his new position, Juan will oversee the Koh Young America sales team for the Eastern, Southern and Central US, Canada, and Mexico territories.
Jul 30, 2014 | Koh Young Europe promotes Mike C.J. Yoo to the position of Managing Director of Koh Young Europe. He will take over the responsibilities of the current Managing Director, André Myny, who will assume new duties at Koh Young global headquarters in Seoul, Korea next year.
Jun 25, 2014 | Koh Young Technology and Koh Young America will effectively enter the Semiconductor market with the unveiling of HORUS, Koh Young's exciting new high-powered 3D measurement system, at SEMICON West in San Francisco.
Apr 02, 2014 | Koh Young Europe announces the appointment of Wolfgang Runte to the position of Sales Manager. Wolfgang is an industry veteran with many years of experience in (AOI) Automatic Optical Inspection and Solder Paste Inspection (SPI).
Mar 19, 2014 | Koh Young America and Koh Young Technology (Seoul, Korea) will demonstrate exciting new breakthroughs in PCB inspection at IPC/APEX 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada this coming week.
Mar 04, 2014 | Koh Young America announces the appointment of two manufacturer's representatives groups to cover the strategic territories of the Southwestern United States and Southern California.
Jan 31, 2014 | Koh Young America (KYA) announces the launch of its newly-renovated Demo Lab in their Chandler, AZ headquarters. The new demo lab gives customers the opportunity to enjoy hands-on experience and demonstrations with Koh Young’s latest world-leading Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) technology and systems.
Dec 18, 2013 | Koh Young Technology has strengthened its position in the high and mid-range segments of the 3D AOI market, and increased its sales revenue in 2013 when compared to last year's performance, it is announced today.
Nov 20, 2013 | Koh Young America (KYA) announces the appointment of two new engineers, David Nemeth and Derek Barton, to its direct service staff. Headquartered out of the new Chandler office, they will be responsible for handling equipment service issues and process development assistance for Koh Young America’s growing customer base in the Americas.
Oct 21, 2013 | Harry Yun, former Semiconductor Sales Manager at Koh Young Technology, has been promoted to the position of General Manager of Koh Young America, with offices in Chandler, Arizona. In his new position, Harry will oversee the continuing dynamic growth of KYA's SPI and AOI inspection and measurement business in the Americas.
Oct 12, 2013 | Koh Young Technology announces the relocation of Koh Young America's offices, process development lab, and showroom to a larger facility nearby. The move was prompted by the need for more space, particularly for training and customer demonstrations, driven by the continuing growth of Koh Young America. The relocation became effective on September 1, 2013.
Sep 10, 2013 | Koh Young will exhibit new SPI and AOI measurement technology at the upcoming SMTAI conference and exhibition in Fort Worth, Texas, in Booth #136
Jan 23, 2013 | Koh Young's award-winning patented 3D inspection technology is 'hitting the road' with a whirlwind Truck Tour of the United States, beginning at the Koh Young exhibit booth (#143) at IPC/APEX 2013, February 19 - 21, at the San Diego Convention Center.