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Recommended for the following people: ◆ Those who want to try new options ◆ Those looking for cost-effective items with good QCD ◆ Those who want to reduce variation in solder quantity *As a special offer, we are currently giving away the "【Materials】Wall Treatment Comparison List" for free! Please obtain it via PDF download. Inquiries and consultations are also very welcome! Please feel free to contact us.

• Soldering Equipment

We developed "Raku-Waku" to address the voices of customers who want easy handling and to secure storage space. ■ Features of Raku-Waku - Installation: Easy installation without tools - Frame thickness: 10mm, one-third of conventional products - Tension: Equivalent to standard frames - Recycling: Used frames can be repurposed As a special offer, we are currently providing the "【Document】Space-Saving Frame Comparison." This includes product specifications and installation images for frames such as Shippu, MSP, and Raku-Waku, comparing multiple items such as space-saving, price, handling, and installation. 【Included Items】 ■ Space-Saving Frame Comparison List ■ Shippu ■ Raku-Waku ■ MSP *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

• Soldering Equipment

In this column, we will introduce the "Popular Column Article Rankings." This time, in light of the year-end and as a token of our gratitude, we have compiled a ranking based on the feedback we received from everyone and the page views on our website through our own unique aggregation. What kind of feedback did each article receive? What trends can be observed? Since this is a "thorough explanation," I would like to write with these points in mind. [Contents] ■ Trends in Article Rankings ■ 5th Place ■ 4th Place ■ 3rd Place ■ 2nd Place ■ 1st Place *Details of the columns can be viewed through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Printed Circuit Board

In this column, we will introduce "Surface Treatment of PCBs." This article was prompted by a comment from our new graduate sales representative, K, who mentioned that customers have said there are fewer places that can perform solder leveling. As usual, I realized that I hadn't compiled information on PCB surface treatment, so I picked up my pen to write. I have summarized it from a unique perspective of this column. [Contents] ■ Why is surface treatment performed on PCBs in the first place? ■ Types and characteristics of PCB surface treatments ■ Usage ratios of PCB surface treatments by industry *For detailed content of the column, you can view it through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

• Printed Circuit Board

In this column, we will introduce "solder." Suddenly, do you all know how to make solder paste? Honestly, I didn't know. I asked in detail during a meeting with the solder manufacturer, but after returning home and doing some research, I found that it's really similar to making curry! Solder has an inseparable connection with metal masks, and since I had various realizations this time, I decided to write an article about it. [Contents] ■ What is "solder" in the first place? ■ Solder? Han-da? ■ Types of solder based on implementation applications ■ How to make curry and solder paste *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Printed Circuit Board

In this column, we will introduce "Surface Mount Technology (SMT)." You might be thinking, "Isn't surface mount just 'printing,' 'component placement,' and 'reflow'? I already know that!" However, as I wrote this article, I did some research and asked around, and I found some interesting insights. Additionally, during my time as a new graduate in sales at Meiko, K-san proudly told me, "I visited the Meiko Vietnam assembly factory!" (laughs), so I would like to write about how surface mount technology (SMT) appears from the perspective of a liberal arts new graduate. [Contents] ■ What is "Surface Mount Technology (SMT)" in the first place? ■ The future of the surface mount technology market ■ The PCB assembly industry led by Japanese manufacturers ■ The processes involved in surface mount technology (SMT) *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Printed Circuit Board

In this column, we will introduce the "half-etching process" of the metal mask option processing series. In recent times, as substrates become lighter and more compact, chip components are getting smaller and smaller, while the components that require solder volume remain unchanged. Isn't it common to wonder, "Even though it’s mounted on a 0603, how do we handle the thickness of the Samtec connector?" In such situations, the half-etching process that we will explain this time comes into play. [Contents] ■ What is "etching" in the first place? ■ What is "half" etching in the first place? ■ How half-etching is used ■ Applications of half-etching *For detailed information about the column, please refer to the related links. For more details, feel free to contact us.

• Printed Circuit Board

In this column, we will introduce "the recycling and reuse of metal masks." Recently, the idea that addressing environmental issues, such as "SDGs," "ROHS Directive," and "ISO 14001," is extremely important has become widespread. We hope that this column will help you understand what kind of product metal masks are from the perspective of environmental impact. [Contents] ■ What is the difference between "recycling" and "reuse"? ■ Recycling and reuse of combination metal masks (metal masks with aluminum frames) ■ Recycling and reuse of swift metal masks ■ Recycling and reuse of simple metal masks (metal masks made only of SUS) ■ Which metal mask has the highest recyclability? *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Printed Circuit Board

In this column, we will introduce a "Collection of Quality Improvement Case Studies." As a metal mask manufacturer, we receive daily inquiries regarding quality improvement. This time, we would like to pick some of these quality improvement cases and share the steps we have taken to work with our customers on improvements. [Contents] ■ What is a "Gold Plated Substrate"? ■ Mechanism of Solder Adhesion ■ Efforts Toward Improvement ■ Improvement Results and Considerations *For more details on the column, you can view it through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

• Printed Circuit Board

In this column, we will introduce "men-shi" (face view). The term that is inseparable from the production of metal masks is "men-shi." This word "men-shi" is likely not found in your average dictionary, and this time we will explain "men-shi" and "the difficulty of men-shi judgment." [Contents] ■ What is men-shi? ■ What are "frontal view" and "transparency"? ■ What is Gerber data? ■ Making men-shi judgments based on the information received is what it means to be a professional! *For detailed content of the column, you can view it through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

• Printed Circuit Board

In this column, we will introduce "jigs for implementation." "Jig" is also referred to as "JIG" in English (it seems the origin is from English!), making it a universally understood term. Among such jigs, this time we will focus on jigs related to circuit board implementation. If you are wondering why we are discussing jigs in a thorough explanation of metal masks, please continue reading. 【Contents】 ■ What is a jig? ■ Types and uses of jigs in the circuit board implementation process ■ Production of jigs *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Printed Circuit Board

In this column, we will introduce "the polishing process of metal masks." Like other mask manufacturers, we have various specifications and methods within a limited number of processes to meet our customers' requests, along with a wealth of diverse know-how. This time, I would like to discuss "surface polishing," which is the next process after laser processing. [Contents] ■ What is surface polishing? ■ Types of surface polishing ■ The hatred of dross *For detailed content of the column, you can view it through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.

• Technical and Reference Books

"Aiming to be a company that supports Japan's manufacturing, which we can be proud of even 100 years from now, from its roots" The reason we have set our mission as "Responding to serious manufacturing" is that we want to continue to exceed the expectations of everyone who is genuinely engaged in manufacturing. Every day, we receive many voices of expectation, such as the passionate thoughts and challenges from our "customers." "I contacted you because I thought Meiko Tech would somehow help." To receive such words, all our employees are actively working using our four guiding principles and technology. Of course, we provide "metal masks" and "jigs" for the SMT assembly industry, and we will bring your ideas to life through "SUS plate processing," "metal processing," and "resin processing." Promotion period: September 20, 2023 (Wednesday) to October 31, 2023 (Tuesday) If you have a product you want to create, please feel free to contact us anytime.

• Contract manufacturing
• Processing Contract
• Processing Jig

In this column, we will introduce "the processing of metal masks." There are mainly three methods (etching, additive, and laser) for processing metal masks, but this time we will explain the mainstream method, "laser processing." For more details, please refer to the related links. [Contents] ■1. The mechanism of laser processing ■2. Opening shapes due to laser processing (linearity and wall characteristics) ■3. Opening shapes due to laser processing (cross-section) ■4. Surprisingly important, material setup *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

In this column, we will introduce "Water Repellent Treatment for Metal Masks." The printing quality in substrate mounting greatly varies depending on how the thickness and opening design of the metal mask are set. Options for metal mask treatment are often used, especially in thin and compact substrates or substrates with a mix of large and small components, to achieve printing results that are closer to the ideal derived from the set thickness and opening design. For more details, please refer to the related links. [Contents] 1. Introduction to Coating Treatment 2. Principles of Coating Treatment 3. Objectives of Coating Treatment *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

Thank you for always reading our column, "Thorough Explanation of Metal Masks." This column started on April 1, 2021, and we have published a total of 19 articles so far. For our 20th edition, we would like to take this opportunity, coinciding with both the milestone of the 20th article and the end of the year, to reflect on 2022. For more details, please refer to the related links. [Contents] ■1. Reflection on January to March ■2. Reflection on April to June ■3. Reflection on July to September ■4. Reflection on October to December ■5. Initiatives for 2023 *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

In this column, we will thoroughly explain the delivery times for metal masks. It has become commonplace for e-commerce sites like Amazon, Rakuten, and Yahoo! to deliver products the next day. As for metal masks... surprisingly! They can be shipped in as little as 3 hours. Of course, various conditions must be met, but without any options, they can generally be shipped on the same day. Why is it possible to achieve such short delivery times? The keywords are "automation," "database," and "visualization." For more details, please refer to the related links. [Contents] 1. Overview of the metal mask manufacturing process 2. Factors affecting delivery time for each stage of the metal mask manufacturing process 3. Initiatives for each stage of the metal mask manufacturing process *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

In this column, we introduce the current situation of metal mask components and our company's initiatives. Recently, there has been much talk about price increases due to soaring raw material costs, and metal mask components are no exception to this trend. However, our company is not considering a price increase at this time. Furthermore, cost reductions are possible if conditions are met! We will explain in detail "how we can achieve low prices without compromising quality or delivery times" amid rising component costs. [Contents] ■ Current situation of metal mask components ■ Price structure of metal masks ■ Meiko Techno's initiatives - Metal mask web ordering system 'It's mono.net' - Programmatic editing 'Reduction of inspection labor through systematization' - Automation initiatives in the manufacturing process 'Counter' and 'Shelf Picard' - Patented detachable metal mask system ■ Selectable plans * A checklist to verify whether conditions are met is currently available in PDF format! Please give it a try. * For more details about the column, feel free to download the PDF or contact us.

• Contract manufacturing

Our company uses the detachable metal mask "Shippu," which maintains a stable tension for long periods due to its unique internal mechanism. It allows for easy one-touch attachment and detachment, minimizing setup time loss as much as possible. Additionally, there is no variation caused by the operator. 【Features】 ■ Compact storage with a dedicated storage box ■ Stable tension ■ One-touch attachment and detachment ■ Low cost *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

• Processing Contract

"It's mono.net" is a web ordering system that enables the streamlining, standardization, and visualization of request histories. Do you have any concerns such as "there's no one to respond when the person in charge is sick," "I can't make requests until I return to the office when I'm out," or "I want to provide training, but it's difficult to teach from scratch"? With our system, you can achieve fast ordering that is completed in one minute. Furthermore, it can be easily created by anyone, contributing to the efficiency of work. 【Features】 ■ Order completion in one minute ■ Easy creation by anyone, streamlining tasks ■ Simple search and history management - Order history - Management of past data - Download *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Other core systems

The "Eco Flash α PIEF-M100" is a weakly alkaline cleaning agent made from 100% plant-based materials extracted from grains, vegetables, fruits, etc. The rinse water after cleaning can be returned to the environment through thorough microbial decomposition. It is compatible with various processes such as ultrasonic and air bubbling. Additionally, it has a long liquid lifespan and can be reused repeatedly after filtration. 【Features】 ■ Water-based ■ 100% food plant materials ■ Powerful cleaning with a smooth finish ■ Minimal odor, considerate of hands and skin ■ Waste liquid can also be recycled *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Cleaning agents

We would like to introduce the 'metal mask products' handled by Meiko Tech Co., Ltd. Starting with "Meiko Laser," which boasts stable cutting quality using fiber lasers, we offer a lineup that includes "Super Fine" and "Ultra Fine," which improve solder release by smoothing the walls of the openings. You can choose according to your needs. 【Partial Lineup】 ■Meiko Laser ■Super Fine ■Ultra Fine ■Convert Contact ■Water Repellent Coat, etc. *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Processing Contract

While maintaining conventional handling characteristics, storage space can be reduced to 1/6! 【Features】Space-saving aluminum frame, 5mm per panel 【Tension】Equivalent to standard aluminum frames 【Workability】Same handling as before / Screw fastening takes 60 seconds per time *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

• Contract manufacturing

By sharpening the edges of the opening, control the variation in solder volume! 【Maximum Metal Size】600×700 【Opening Tolerance】±10μ 【Thickness Tolerance】±5μ 【Material】SUS304 *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

• Contract manufacturing

Supports fine pitch components and small-sized components such as 0.4mm OFP, 0.5mm CSP, and 0603 CHIP! 【Maximum metal size】600×700 【Opening tolerance】±10μ 【Board thickness tolerance】±5μ 【Material】SUS304 *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

• Contract manufacturing

Small unevenness and fine wall surface characteristics! Short delivery times are also possible due to improved processing speed. 【Maximum metal size】600×700 【Opening tolerance】±10μ 【Thickness tolerance】±5μ 【Material】SUS304 *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

• Contract manufacturing

It has a significant effect on controlling printing variation, bleeding, and solder collapse. By making the area around the opening on the substrate surface (back side) convex, the adhesion to the substrate is improved. *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.*

• Contract manufacturing

By adding water and oil-repellent functions, bleeding is suppressed and printability is improved. * Case studies are available in PDF format. * For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

• Contract manufacturing

Ideal for mixed component mounting! By partially increasing or decreasing the board thickness, it is possible to adjust the amount of solder! 【Board Surface Half】Print without worrying about the squeegee surface 【Squeegee Surface Half】Print without worrying about board bleeding 【Both Sides Half】Print large components with more solder and small components with less solder for a balanced result *For more details, please download the PDF or contact us.

• Contract manufacturing

At Meiko Tech Co., Ltd., we handle "implementation jigs." We offer a variety of products including "transport carriers" suitable for various applications such as irregular shapes, thin materials, flexible transport, and individual board mounting, as well as "backup blocks" and "flow pallets" that can be ordered simultaneously with metal masks. You can choose according to your needs. 【Product Lineup】 ■ Transport Carriers 　・Resin Carrier / Magnet Carrier / Tension Carrier ■ Backup Blocks 　・Aluminum Block / Vacuum Pad Type ■ Flow Pallets 　・Standard Type / Bridge Countermeasure Type / Multi-Slide Type *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Career

This column explains additive metal masks. "Additive" refers to one of the metal mask methods, such as "laser" or "etching." Metal masks are created through electroplating and are manufactured using "electroforming," which is suitable for precision processing. They are extremely high precision, with some having hundreds of thousands of tiny holes measuring just a few micrometers, used in applications like IC packaging. [Contents] ■ What is an "additive" metal mask? ■ The evolution of metal mask methods ■ How to create an additive metal mask ■ The manufacturing process of additive metal masks ■ The future of additive metal masks *For detailed content of the column, please refer to the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.

• Surface treatment contract service

This column explains the "development story of CoCo processing." "CoCo processing" can be described in one word as a process that absorbs the height differences of the silk printed characters on the circuit board and brings the metal mask openings closer to the pads on the circuit board. By absorbing the height differences of the silk during squeegeeing and bringing the openings closer to the circuit board pads, it is possible to suppress smudging caused by gaps between the circuit board and the metal mask, as well as excessive solder due to the height of the silk, thereby improving the stability of the printing process. [Contents] ■ What is "CoCo processing" in the first place? ■ Background of CoCo processing development ■ How the specifications for CoCo processing were determined ■ The subsequent development of CoCo processing ■ Origin of the name "CoCo processing" *For detailed content of the column, please refer to the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.

• Surface treatment contract service

Metal masks can be said to be synonymous with the quality of substrate mounting itself. However, there is far too little information available about metal masks in the world. Therefore, through this column, I thought it would be helpful to share information that could contribute to better product creation and, ultimately, to the improvement of quality in Japan's manufacturing industry. First, I will discuss "What exactly is a metal mask?" Please take a moment to read it. [Contents] ■ What is a metal mask? ■ What is the role of a metal mask? ■ How to use a metal mask *For detailed content of the column, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

In this column, I would like to introduce the "History of Metal Masks." Metal masks, which are tools used for mounting electronic components onto circuit boards, have undergone various evolutions in line with the times. The history of the evolution of metal masks is closely related to the history of surface mount technology (SMT). Please take a moment to read it. [Contents] ■ History of Metal Masks ■ Manufacturing Methods and Evolution of Metal Masks ■ Options for Laser Metal Mask Processing ■ Future of Metal Masks *For more detailed information about the column, you can view it through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more details.

• Processing Jig

This column introduces "How to Create a Metal Mask." Metal masks are generally made from Gerber data, and various inspections are conducted until completion to maintain quality. We will explain from the basics of metal masks, so please take a moment to read it. 【Contents (partial)】 ■1. About Metal Masks (Overview) ■2. Acceptance of Provided Data (Verification, Suggestions, Estimates) ■3. Data Editing (Opening Correction, Conversion to Processing Data) ■4. Laser Processing ■5. Surface Polishing (Deburring, Dross Removal) *You can view the detailed content of the column through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

In 2021, we published a popular column titled "Research on Metal Mask Manufacturers." We have updated it for the 2024 edition. When you search for "metal mask manufacturers," you might use search engines with terms like "metal mask manufacturer," but due to search ranking issues, it can be difficult to reach the websites of genuine metal mask manufacturers. In this column, we summarize the information as we, who regularly browse the websites to compete with rivals, have gathered. Please take a moment to read it. [Contents] ■ Research on Metal Mask Manufacturers ■ Lineup of Metal Mask Manufacturers (in alphabetical order) ■ "Q: Quality" Analysis - Comparison of Laser Processing Metal Mask Option Treatment Lineup ■ "C: Cost" Analysis - Presence or Absence of Cost Reduction Factors ■ "D: Delivery" Analysis - Comparison of Manufacturing Bases *You can view the detailed content of the column in the downloadable PDF. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

This column explains "Metal Mask Opening Design and Thickness." The metal mask data, which serves as the opening data for the metal mask, is generally created to be the same size as the substrate pads. However, especially recently, the difficulty of implementation has increased, and it seems that things are not going as smoothly as expected. Therefore, based on the metal mask data provided by our customers, we will design the metal mask openings to achieve a printing state that is assumed to have no issues with component mounting quality. [Contents] 1. What is Metal Mask Data 2. About Metal Mask Opening Design 3. Details of Opening Design 4. Selection of Metal Mask Thickness 5. Bonus: History of Changes in Metal Mask Thickness *For detailed content of the column, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

In this column, we introduce the mechanism of metal mask tension. The tension of the metal mask itself varies depending on the specifications of the metal mask in its SUS plate state, so as a manufacturer, we manage the tension in the state of the mesh frame. The mesh frame refers to an aluminum frame that is welded into a square shape (i.e., the metal mask frame) with a resin mesh called Tetoron mesh, which has a fine mesh pattern, adhered under tension to the aluminum frame + resin mesh. The factors that determine the tension of the mesh frame are significantly related to the "wire diameter" and "mesh count" of the Tetoron mesh. *For more detailed information about the column, you can view it through the related link. Please feel free to contact us for more details.

• Processing Jig

Some customers may have thought, "Isn't it possible to produce metal masks in-house?" or "Can't we create metal masks more timely?" In this column, we will introduce the in-house production of laser-processed metal masks as a reference for those considering such options. We have summarized the focus on "People," "Things," and "Processes," so please take a moment to read it. [Contents] ■ How are metal masks actually made? ■ The "Things" needed for in-house production of metal masks ■ The "People" needed for in-house production of metal masks ■ The "Processes" needed for in-house production of metal masks *For detailed content of the column, please refer to the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

Until detachable metal masks came into existence, a metal mask was synonymous with a metal mask with an aluminum frame. In terms of metal masks, the combination refers to the process of merging the SUS (or nickel) part with the aluminum frame (which is actually a framed mesh). In this column, we will introduce how the combination is done, how tension management of metal masks is carried out, and more. [Contents] ■ What exactly is the "combination of metal masks"? ■ How is the combination done? ■ How is the tension managed? *For detailed content of the column, please refer to the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

In metal mask tension, the tension of the mesh frame is transferred to a SUS plate using a method called transfer method, which grants tension to the metal mask itself. Furthermore, a higher tension results in more stable separation behavior between the printed substrate and the metal mask after printing. This column explains the "high tension metal mask," which has a higher tension than usual. We encourage you to read it. [Contents] ■ The impact of metal mask tension on printing ■ What exactly is a "high tension metal mask"? ■ How to create a high tension metal mask ■ Advantages and disadvantages of high tension metal masks ■ Removable metal mask "Shippu" and tension *For detailed content of the column, please refer to the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

Wall surface treatment, as the name suggests, refers to "treating" the "wall surface." Here, the wall surface of the metal mask refers to the "opening wall surface." Applying physical or chemical treatment to the opening wall surface is referred to as treatment, and collectively, it is called "wall surface treatment." In this column, we introduce various aspects of "wall surface treatment," including types and methods. Please take a moment to read it. 【Contents】 ■ What is wall surface treatment? ■ Why is wall surface treatment necessary? ■ Basic reasons why wall surface treatment is needed ■ Types of wall surface treatment ■ Methods of removing (melting) ■ Methods of adding *For detailed content of the column, you can view it through the related links. For more information, please feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig

The efforts to create "high-quality products" are something that those reading this column are likely to think about regularly. Of course, our company is no different, and we are engaged in production daily, considering the specifications or requests from our customers to drill holes in stainless steel according to their designs. In the production of metal masks, there are many processes where human involvement is necessary, such as arrangement, editing, and combination, making it important to implement measures to prevent human error. Our factory's approach focuses on quality improvement through "systems" and "mechanisms" rather than just "strict inspections." *For more details on the column, you can view it through the related links. Please feel free to contact us for more information.*

• Processing Jig

In this column, we introduce the progress of our new product development. We present the new products while comparing them to our conventional space-saving metal masks. We hope that our lineup of space-saving metal masks can help address your challenges, even if just a little. We invite you to read on. [Contents] ■ Storage space for metal masks ■ Advantages and disadvantages of each space-saving metal mask product ■ Future schedule for the new products *For more details on the column, please refer to the related links. Feel free to contact us for more information.

• Processing Jig

We conducted a "customer satisfaction survey," and in response to the question, "Do you have any issues with the storage space for metal masks?" over 50% of our customers answered "yes." From these customer voices, we recognize that the space-saving of metal masks is an important issue, and we have been developing various products to address this. This time, we have completed a prototype of the "New MSP System" as a new product for space-saving metal masks, which we are introducing in this column. [Contents] ■ What is a metal mask... ■ Current lineup of space-saving metal masks ■ Background of new product development ■ About the new product "New MSP System" ■ Future development schedule *For detailed content of the column, please refer to the related links. For more information, feel free to contact us.

• Processing Jig