Although Matrix was founded in 2004 and is a relatively new company, the executives have a long years of experience and expertise in still evolving X-ray technology. Prior to installing this business, Eckhard Sperschneider was the managing director of Macrotron Process Technology for over eight years. Before that he led the division Inspection & PCB Production Systems at the pan-European distributor Macrotron Systems (MSE). “In recent years, major progress has been made in the area of inspection performance for AOI systems. However, in the case of automated X-ray inspection, there has been little innovation since 2000. In particular, users in board assembly who often have to guarantee 100% solder-joint inspection have been waiting for a technology leap. Compared to AOI testing, real-time X-ray technology for hidden solder joints has clear advantages that enable superior test coverage”.
As the entrepreneur further underlines, his high-speed AXI line represents a new benchmark. “Our goal is to significantly improve inspection efficiency through the consistent application of new technologies on double-sided board assemblies and, above all, to eliminate the problem of time-consuming application programming”. Matrix aims to become a global supplier in its field and, as part of that international expansion strategy, will soon be opening an office in the US to service the North American market on-site. As the managing director claims, excellent customer support and process-oriented project support for an international client base are already an integral part of the company philosophy.
Since it was established, Matrix has reportedly achieved considerable market success. For example, a number of renowned companies in the automotive industry are using its X-ray systems for the inspection of airbag components. In addition, a novel quality-control process software for verification and repair was just recently launched. Optimization of quality-assurance and the manufacturing process itself is a major focus of the support team. “We aim to help clients achieve ‘zero defect’ production through our technology and expertise”, says Eckhard Sperschneider.
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