(September 13, 2005) Migdal Ha’emek, Israel &#8212 Camtek Ltd. is introducing three new Falcon wafer AOI system models at SEMICON Taiwan, currently happening from September 12–14 in Taipei. The new models include Falcon 800 for 3-D metrology of gold- and solder-bumped wafers, Falcon 500PD for post-dicing wafer inspection, and Falcon 500 for general wafer inspection before or after test. The Falcon 800 model employs CTS, Camtek’s own triangulation height measurement technology &#8212 key to its 3-D performance.

(September 14, 2005) Carlsbad, Calif. &#8212 Asymtek, Dow Corning, Dymax, EMI, and Humiseal collectively will offer conformal coating workshops in Montreal and Toronto, Canada on October 11 and 13, 2005, respectively. Each one-day training program will teach attendees about the various types of available coatings, including silicone, acrylics, urethanes, UV-curable coatings, and adhesives. The most recent automated equipment options for mask-free conformal coating will also be covered. Speakers from both material and equipment perspectives will review the best practices for coating, including how to select, cure, and apply. Attendees are encouraged to bring sample parts of current and future applications. There is no charge for the events, but a reservation is required by October 1, 2005. For more information, please click here, or call 760/930-7263.