A leading automotive electronics contract manufacturer in Uzbekistan has begun stable series production following the commissioning of a custom-configured SMT line from I.C.T.
Designed for medium-volume output of automotive-grade printed circuit board assemblies—including engine control modules, body controllers, and infotainment interfaces—the line addresses stringent requirements for placement accuracy, thermal uniformity, and inspection coverage.
Core components comprise a fully automatic printer with integrated solder-paste inspection, dual-mounter configuration for optimal throughput and flexibility, a convection reflow oven supporting precise lead-free profiles, and networked AOI stations for immediate feedback.
I.C.T engineers remained on-site for an extended period to oversee mechanical installation, electrical integration, initial trial runs, and layered training sessions. Shop-floor personnel mastered routine operation and program loading, while technical staff gained proficiency in process window optimization, defect classification, and preventive maintenance routines.
Post-commissioning feedback highlights equipment uptime exceeding 95 %, rapid resolution of initial issues via remote support, and sustained yield performance in the mid-to-high 90s across varied product mixes.
This project exemplifies I.C.T’s approach of combining durable hardware with thorough knowledge transfer, particularly valuable in emerging manufacturing regions.
Companies facing comparable line-planning decisions—for instance, those assembling network switches or other mid-size, mixed-component PCBs—may benefit from reviewing this detailed overview: how to select an SMT line.