SMT, PCB Electronic Industry News

News Releases from KIC Thermal

Read KIC Thermal company news


276 news releases added by KIC Thermal

Company Information:

KIC's provides products and services designed to improve a variety of thermal monitoring, profiling and process control applications.

San Diego, California, USA

Consultant / Service Provider

  • Phone +1 (858) 673.6050
  • Fax +1 (858) 673.0085

See Company Website »

Company Postings:

(16) products in the catalog

(3) technical library articles

(276) news releases

See KIC’s New ProBot Automatic Profiling System at the SMTA LA/Orange County Expo & Tech Forum in CA

Oct 26, 2012 | KIC announces that it will showcase the new ProBot, a flexible, affordable and easy-to-use automatic profiling system, in the REStronics Southern California booth at the upcoming SMTA LA/Orange County Expo & Tech Forum

KICstart Your Thermal Process with the KICstart2™

Oct 18, 2012 | KIC announces the launch of its KICstart2, a new generation data acquisition profiler.

Propelec to Debut KIC’s X5 Profiler at Matelec in Spain

Oct 11, 2012 | KIC announces that its distributor in Spain and Portugal, Propelec, will highlight its new X5 Profiler and KIC RPI in Pavilion

 KIC RPI

KIC to Introduce New ProBot at SMTAI

Oct 02, 2012 | KIC today announced that it will showcase the new ProBot, a flexible, affordable and easy-to-use automatic profiling system in the Henkel (#220) and Technical Resource Corporation, Inc

KIC Introduces ProBot – The Profiling Robot That Perfects Your AOI and Batch X-Ray Inspection

Sep 28, 2012 | KIC today announced that the new ProBot will begin shipping effective October 2012.

KIC’s MB Allen to Offer Reflow Soldering Advice during Doctor’s Hours at SMTAI

Sep 26, 2012 | KIC announces that Marybeth (MB) Allen will participate in the Doctor’s Hours in Henkel’s Booth #220 at the upcoming SMTA International Conference and Expo

 Marybeth (MB) Allen

KIC Sets up In-Country Product Repair and Calibration Center for Mexico

Sep 17, 2012 | KIC expanded its presence in Mexico in order to improve the services available to its customers

Miguel Carbajal, Sales and Service Engineer – Mexico

KIC Releases Its New Generation Intelligent Profiler – The KIC X5

Jun 01, 2012 | KIC introduces the new X5 Profiler, redefining what a data intelligence profiler can and should do

The KIC X5

KIC’s 24/7 Wave Revolutionizes the Wave Process in Asia – 2012 EM Asia Innovation Award Winner

Apr 26, 2012 | San Diego — April 2012 — KIC announces that it has been awarded a 2012 EM Asia Innovation Award in the category of Software – Process Control Tools for its KIC 24/7 Wave.

KIC’s 24/7 Wave

KIC Wins a Service Excellence Award for Its Soldering Excellence

Mar 07, 2012 | KIChas been awarded a 2012 Circuits Assembly Service Excellence Award in the category of Soldering Equipment for its outstanding customer ratings, as judged by its own customers.

Robert Baxter, KIC's Service Manager

Winner of 2012 NPI Award - KIC 24/7 Wave Transforms the Wave Process from an Art to a Science

Mar 07, 2012 | KIC has been awarded a 2012 NPI Award in the category of Soldering - Wave for its new KIC 24/7 Wave. The new KIC 24/7 Wave utilizes embedded sensors in the wave solder machine to automatically measure the thermal profile for each and every processed PCB to the acceptable process window.

The KIC 24/7 Wave brings an innovative level of automation to the wave solder process: around-the-clock monitoring, SPC charting, analysis, documentation, and production traceability - ALL in a single, easy to use product.

The KIC 24/7 Wave Advances the Wave Process from Art to Science

Feb 03, 2012 | KIC introduces the new KIC 24/7 Wave, using embedded sensors in the wave solder machine to automatically measure the thermal profile for each and every processed PCB to the acceptable process window. A thermocouple also is installed in the solder pot to constantly measure the pot temperature.

KIC to Hold Defect Solution Clinic at the 2012 IPC APEX Expo

Jan 30, 2012 | KIC will hold a Defect Solution Clinic Booth #2428 at the upcoming IPC APEX Expo. Dr. S. Manian Ramkumar, Ph.D. will be in the KIC booth on Tuesday, February 28th and Wednesday, February 29th from 2-4 p.m.

Dr. S. Manian Ramkumar, Ph.D., Rochester Institute of Technology.

Meet Dave in the KIC Booth at the 2012 IPC APEX Expo

Jan 26, 2012 | KIC will hold a ‘Meet Dave Day’ in Booth #2428 at the upcoming IPC APEX Expo. Dave Nason, KIC’s R&D/Production Operations Manager, will be in the KIC booth on Tuesday February 28, 2012 from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Dave Nason, KIC’s R&D/Production Operations Manager

KIC to Debut Reflow Quality Inspection System at the 2012 IPC APEX Expo

Jan 19, 2012 | KIC will debut the Reflow Process Index (RPI) in Booth #2428 at the upcoming IPC APEX Expo.

The KIC RPI helps manage reflow ovens to consistently maximize the desired results.

KIC Releases a Reflow Quality Inspection System

Jan 10, 2012 | KIC announces the release of the Reflow Process Index (RPI), designed to help electronics manufacturers receive maximum quality and throughput from their reflow ovens.

KIC’s Auto-Focus Power Software Named Environmentally Friendly Product by 2011 Global Technology Awards

Nov 20, 2011 | KIC has been awarded a Global Technology Award in the category of Environmentally Friendly Products/Services for its Auto-Focus Power Software.

KIC's Sales and Service Engineer to Present at the SMTA Technical Forum in Guadalajara

Oct 25, 2011 | KIC announces that Martin Lopez will discuss how to fix reflow- and wave-related defects as well as how to avoid them at the upcoming Technical Forum, hosted by the SMTA Guadalajara Chapter.

Martin Lopez, KIC's Sales and Service Engineer for Mexico.

KIC's Marybeth (MB) Allen to Participate in Doctor's Hours at SMTAI

Sep 23, 2011 | KIC announces that Marybeth (MB) Allen will participate in the Doctor’s Hours in DGMarketing Inc.’s Booth #431 at the upcoming SMTA International Conference & Exhibition.

Marybeth (MB) Allen, KIC's  Product Manager.

KIC's MB Allen to Present at the Long Island SMTA Expo and Technical Forum 2011

Sep 01, 2011 | KIC announces that its Product Manager MB (Marybeth) Allen will present on the topic of Non-Destructive Profiling Methods at the upcoming SMTA Long Island Expo and Technical Forum on September 21.

Marybeth (MB) Allen, KIC's  Product Manager.

Play KIC's Man vs. Machine Reflow Profiling Game for a Chance to Win an Apple iPad2 at Electronica/Productronica India 2011

Aug 22, 2011 | KIC announces an opportunity to win an Apple iPad2 by beating its award-winning Auto-Prediction Navigator Profiling Software. All participants will receive a certificate for a free KIC Navigator or Auto-Focus Power upgrade, a $975 value*!

Learn How to Take Control of Your Reflow Wave and Selective Process – KIC to Present at Soldering Seminars in Brazil

Aug 08, 2011 | KIC will hold a seminar in Brazil titled “Soldering Challenges” on Tuesday, August 16 and Thursday, August 18, 2011. The Tuesday seminar will take place at the Holiday Inn in Manaus, AM, and the Thursday seminar will take place at the Royal Palm Plaza in Campinas, SP.

Brian O’Leary, KIC's Sales Manager — Americas

Technical Resources Corporation to Highlight KIC's MVP Profile Fixture at the SMTA Expo & Tech Forum

Jun 07, 2011 | KIC announces that Technical Resources Corporation will have product literature available for its MVP Profile Fixture, otherwise known as the “Manual KIC 24/7” at the upcoming Space Coast Expo and Tech Forum

The MVP profile fixture is ideal for viewing changes in reflow ovens and determining how those changes affect the profile of production boards.

KIC's MVP Profile Fixture – The "Manual KIC 24/7" – Wins a Prestigious 2011 EM Asia Innovation Award

May 16, 2011 | KIC announces that it has been awarded a 2011 EM Asia Innovation Award in the category of Process Control Systems for its MVP Profile Fixture, otherwise known as the "Manual KIC 24/7". The MVP profile fixture is ideal for viewing changes in reflow ovens and determining how those changes affect the profile of production boards

The MVP profile fixture is ideal for viewing changes in reflow ovens and determining how those changes affect the profile of production boards

KIC’s MVP Profile Fixture – The "Manual KIC 24/7" – Wins Its Second Industry Award

Apr 20, 2011 | KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that it has been awarded a 2011 NPI Award in the category of Process Control Tools for its MVP Profile Fixture, otherwise known as the "Manual KIC 24/7."

The MVP profile fixture is ideal for viewing changes in reflow ovens and determining how those changes affect the profile of production boards.

KIC’s Marybeth (MB) Allen Returns to US as Product Manager

Apr 20, 2011 | KIC announces that Marybeth (MB) Allen has returned to the United States to take on the role of Product Manager.

Marybeth (MB) Allen, KIC' new Product Manager.

KIC Promotes Profiling Guru Brian O’Leary to GM of International Sales

Apr 20, 2011 | KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, has promoted Brian O’Leary to General Manager of International Sales.

Brian O’Leary, KIC’s Sales Manager — Americas and Trevor Galbraight, Publisher/Editor-in-Chief at Global SMT & Packaging

Heller Industries to Demonstrate KIC’s Auto-Focus Power Software at the IPC APEX EXPO

Mar 23, 2011 | KIC announces that Heller Industries will highlight its Auto-Focus Power Software for reflow ovens in Booth #1172 at the upcoming IPC APEX EXPO

Play KIC's Man vs. Machine Reflow Profiling Game for a Chance to Win an Apple iPad2

Mar 21, 2011 | KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces an opportunity to win an Apple iPad2 by beating its award-winning Auto-Prediction Navigator Profiling Software. All participants will receive a certificate for a free upgrade to Navigator Power, a $975 value*!

KIC to Highlight MVP Profile Fixture at IPC APEX EXPO 2011

Mar 10, 2011 | KIC will highlight its MVP profile fixture in Booth #1964 at the upcoming IPC APEX EXPO conference and exhibition. The MVP profile fixture is ideal for viewing changes in reflow ovens and determining how those changes affect the profile of production boards.

The MVP profile fixture is ideal for viewing changes in reflow ovens and determining how those changes affect the profile of production boards.

KIC’s 15/15: Energy Wizard Software Saves 15 Percent Electricity in 15 Minutes

Nov 15, 2010 | KIC announces that its Energy Wizard products can reduce wasted energy in the production process.

KIC’s MVP Profile Fixture Honored with a 2010 Global Technology Award

Nov 03, 2010 | KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that it has been awarded a Global Technology Award in the category of Test Equipment and Services for its MVP profile fixture.

Brian O'Leary, KIC's Sales Manager, and Trevor Galbraight, Publisher/Editor-in-Chief at Global SMT & Packaging

KIC to Highlight Auto-Focus Power Option at Electronica 2010

Oct 08, 2010 | KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that it will highlight its Auto-Focus Power option for reflow ovens in Hall A1, Booth 160 at Electronica 2010, scheduled to take place November 9-11, 2010 at the New Munich Trade Fair in Munich, Germany.

KIC to Highlight MVP Profile Fixture at SMTAI 2010

Sep 28, 2010 | KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, will highlight its MVP profile fixture in booth 201 at the upcoming SMTA International, scheduled to take place October 24 - 28, 2010 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando, FL.

KIC’s MVP Profile Fixture

Suba Engineering to Highlight KIC’s MVP Profile Fixture at Electronex 2010

Aug 09, 2010 | KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that Suba Engineering PTY LTD will highlight its MVP profile fixture in booth D8 at the upcoming Electronex 2010, scheduled to take place September 8-9, 2010 at the Australian Technology Park in Sydney, Australia. The MVP profile fixture is ideal for viewing changes in reflow ovens and determining how those changes affect the profile of production boards.

KIC’s MVP Profile Fixture

KIC to Exhibit Products for Increased Cell Efficiency through Process Optimization at EU PVSEC 2010

Aug 04, 2010 | KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that its partnership with the renowned Balver Zinn group has expanded into the solar cell manufacturing industry with the company now selling KIC’s award-winning SunKIC, e-Clipse and Spectrum products. These have demonstrated up to 0.51 percent cell efficiency improvements through more accurate and repeatable profiling and process improvements.

Mectronics Marketing Services to Highlight KIC’s MVP Profile Fixture at Electronica/Productronica India 2010

Aug 02, 2010 | KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that Mectronics Marketing Services will highlight its MVP profile fixture in Hall 1, Booth 1540 at the upcoming Electronica/Productronica India 2010, scheduled to take place September 7-10, 2010 at the Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) in Bangalore, India. The MVP profile fixture is ideal for viewing changes in reflow ovens and determining how those changes affect the profile of production boards.

MVP profile fixture.

KIC’s Casey Kazmierowicz to Present at IEEE Photovoltaic Specialist Conference

Jun 16, 2010 | San Diego, CA — KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that Casey Kazmierowicz, Chairman of the Board, will present a paper titled “Thermal Profiling of Silicon Solar Cells During the Metallization Process” at the upcoming 35th IEEE Photovoltaic Specialist Conference, scheduled to take place June 20-25, 2010 at the Hawaiian Convention Center in Waikiki, Hawaii.

Casey Kazmierowicz, KIC's  Chairman of the Board.

KIC’s Brian O’Leary to Present during IPC’s Summer School Series of Webinars

Jun 16, 2010 | San Diego, CA — KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that Brian O’Leary, Sales Manager – Americas, will host a Webinar as part of the IPC ― Association Connecting Electronics Industries®’ Summer School Series. The series is expected to reach a global audience of more than 40,000 contacts.

Brian O’Leary, KIC’s Sales Manager — Americas

KIC Wins Innovation Award for Best Supplier of the Year 2010

Apr 22, 2010 | San Diego - KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that it was awarded the Innovation Award for Best Supplier of the Year 2010. The award was presented to the company during an April 21, 2010 ceremony that took place at the Shanghai Everbright Convention & Exhibition Center during NEPCON China 2010.

REStronics to Highlight KIC’s MVP Profile Fixture at the Del Mar Show

Apr 14, 2010 | San Diego— KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that REStronics will highlight its MVP profile fixture in booth 536-538 at the upcoming Del Mar Electronics Show, scheduled to take place May 5-6, 2010 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in Del Mar, CA. The MVP profile fixture is ideal for viewing changes in reflow ovens and determining how those changes affect the profile of production boards.

KIC’s e-Clipse Wins a 2010 NPI Award

Apr 11, 2010 | San Diego - KIC announces that it has been awarded an NPI Award in the category of Process Control Tools for its e-Clipse solar cell thermocouple (TC) attachment fixture. The award was presented to the company during a Tuesday, April 6, 2010 ceremony that took place in the Mandalay Bay Resort & Convention Center in Las Vegas during APEX 2010.

e-Clipse solar cell thermocouple (TC) attachment fixture.

KIC Appoints Distributor for Brazil

Apr 10, 2010 | San Diego - KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that Focus Da Amazonia is its new distributor for all of Brazil.

KIC to Introduce Groundbreaking Profiling Study at APEX 2010

Mar 24, 2010 | San Diego - March 2010 — KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, will share the latest science and products for reliable nondestructive methods of profiling in booth #1549 at the upcoming IPC/APEX conference and exhibition, scheduled to take place April 6-8, 2010 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Convention Center in Las Vegas, NV.

KIC to Showcase Spectrum Thermal Process Optimization Software at PV+Solar India Expo 2010

Mar 03, 2010 | KIC will demonstrate the latest link to its technologies for increased solar cell efficiencies with its award-winning Spectrum thermal process optimization software in Bergen Associates Pvt. Ltd. booth #4-8 at PV+Solar India Expo 2010, which is scheduled to take place 4-6 March 2010 at the World Trade Centre in Mumbai, India.

KIC to Present During SMTA Houston Expo & Tech Forum

Feb 12, 2010 | San Diego — February 2010 — KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple industry awards, announces that Brian O’Leary, its Americas Sales Manager, will present “How to profile complex PCBs: creating offsets, balancing your board and nondestructive profiling strategies” at 10:30 a.m. at the upcoming SMTA Houston Expo and Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, March 4, 2010 at the Stafford Centre in Stafford, TX.

KIC to Showcase Technologies that Reduce Reflow Oven Electricity Use at Electronics Next India 2010

Feb 01, 2010 | At Electronics Next India 2010, scheduled to take place 24-26 February 2010 at the Pragati Maidan in New Delhi, India, KIC will showcase technologies in Hall No. 6 that have proven to reduce electricity use in reflow ovens by up to 15 percent. The Navigator Power software searches on oven recipes (zone temperatures and conveyor speed) that position the thermal process deep in spec while allowing the reflow oven to run at the lowest possible consumption of electricity.

KIC Introduces Spectrum Thermal Process Optimization Software at Productronica 2009 in Munich Germany

Dec 07, 2009 | KIC announces the third and final link to KIC’s technologies for increased solar cell efficiencies — the Spectrum thermal process optimization software.

KIC to Showcase Technologies that Reduce Reflow Oven Electricity Use at Productronica 2009

Dec 07, 2009 | At Productronica in Munich this November 10-13, KIC will showcase technologies that have proven to reduce electricity use in reflow ovens by up to 15%. The Navigator Power software enables users to search on oven recipes (zone temperatures and conveyor speed) that position the thermal process deep in spec while allowing the reflow oven to run at the lowest possible consumption of electricity.

KIC’s e-Clipse and SunKIC Profiler Win the 2009 Global Technology Award

Nov 19, 2009 | San Diego — November 2009 — KIC announces that two of its products, designed to increase solar cell efficiency through accurate profiling and process optimization, tied for a Global Technology Award. KIC’s e-Clipse solar cell thermocouple (TC) attachment fixture and compact SunKIC profiler tied in the category of Solar Manufacturing Products. The award was presented to the company during a Tuesday, November 10, 2009 ceremony that took place at the New Munich Trade Fair Center in Munich, Germany.

Pages: 1 2 3 4 5 6

Reflow Oven

Jetting Pump for Integration