KIC Press Release June 30, 2005 - KIC Announces Lead-Free, Hands-On Workshop

(San Diego, CA -- June 30, 2005) : KIC, the leader of thermal process development and control products, and winner of multiple VISION awards, announces it will co-sponsor a lead-free workshop to be held Monday, September 22 and Tuesday, September 23, 2005, at the DEK USA facility located at 1308 Plum Grove Rd., Schaumburg, IL 60173. The workshop is co-sponsored by KIC, Henkel Technologies, DEK, Vitronics Soltec and OK International.

The conversion from a leaded process to a lead-free process is not a simple transition. A solid understanding of the alloys, fluxes, board and component finishes, and how they impact the process will be required. Additionally, another critical aspect of converting to lead-free is the shrinking process window caused by the higher solder melting temperatures butting up against the temperature tolerances of the most sensitive components.

This comprehensive two-day, hands-on training program is designed for both engineers and engineering management, and will provide participants with a broader knowledge of lead-free materials interactions, and a greater understanding of the process including advantages and limitations. A sample lead-free board manufactured over the two-day course will be produced and taken away by each attendee. Additionally, engineering and technical representatives will be available for one-on-one discussion.

A Panel of Industry Experts will be present, and will discuss key issues related to lead-free technology. Mark Vininski will present on behalf of KIC.

The workshop, designed for engineers and engineering management, will feature ample hands-on production floor training in the following areas: Screen printing surface mount adhesives and solder paste, and placement Reflow profiling Inspection/analytical Rework Wave

On September 22, registration will begin at 8 a.m., and sessions will convene from 8:45 a.m. until 5 p.m. On September 23, sessions will take place from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Cost is $495 USD per attendee.

A detailed agenda, as well as additional information will be available by mid-July at www.kicthermal.com. Reservations must be made in advance of the seminar.

About KIC
Based in San Diego, KIC is the industry leader in automated thermal management tools and systems for reflow, wave, cure and semiconductor thermal processes. The company pioneered the development of oven profilers and process development tools. KIC remains on the leading edge of the thermal industry with innovative tools for process development, optimization and real-time management.