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Feb 16, 2016 | Count On Tools will exhibit in Booth #2801 at the 2016 IPC APEX EXPO, scheduled to take place March 15-17, 2016 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Company representatives will celebrate COT’s 25-year anniversary with several promotions and giveaways. Additionally, the IPC APEX EXPO will mark the official launch of the QWIKTRAY program for the U.S. market.
Feb 15, 2016 | Count On Tools has added a new product – the Precision Plate – to its award-winning line of StripFeeder systems. The StripFeeder Precision Plate allows customers to run high capacity lanes of micro components, such as 0201s, 01005s and 03015s in 4mm or 8mm tape (paper or emboss), on a single plate.
Feb 15, 2016 | Count On Tools has released a new accessory – the Lightweight Rails – for its award-winning line of StripFeeder products. The StripFeeder Lightweight Rails enable customers to take full advantage of the StripFeeder platform when operating in OEM tray towers with weight limits on tray capacity. The skeletonized design reduces carrier tray weight by 40-50 percent. StripFeeder Lightweight Rails are available in 0.25" (6mm), 0.50" (12mm), 0.75" (19mm), and 1.125" (28mm) pocket depths.
Feb 03, 2016 | Count On Tools announced plans to expand its repair program for MYDATA Agilis Feeders by offering Feeder Repair Kits. Each MYDATA Feeder Repair Kit will include: a precision machined aluminum side cover plate with cover tape plow pre-installed, a new spring, and matching screws for reassembly.
Jan 05, 2016 | Count On Tools is pleased to announce the company’s 25-year anniversary. In 1991, Curt Couch, President of Count On Tools, became a U.S. distributor of PB Swiss Tools, formerly known as PB Baumann Hand Tools. This business led to his further research in the surface mount technology and electronics manufacturing industry and, ultimately, the creation of Count On Tools Inc.
Oct 21, 2015 | Count On Tools will display its new QWIKTRAY system in the AdoptSMT Booth, Hall A3 Booth 181, at the productronica International Trade Fair, scheduled to take place Nov. 10-13, 2015 at the Messe München exhibition center in Munich, Germany. The QWIKTRAY platform allows surface mount components to be picked up in a repeatable method when tape-and-reel is not available and standard JEDEC trays do not exists. As a result, customers no longer have to place these components by hand.
Sep 30, 2015 | Count On Tools is pleased to announce the launch of the new QWIKTRAY system, developed to provide low-cost, custom matrix trays for many types of electronic components. The QWIKTRAY platform allows surface mount components to be picked up in a repeatable method when tape-and-reel is not available and standard JEDEC trays do not exist. Customers no longer have to place these components by hand.
Sep 10, 2015 | Count On Tools has released a new accessory – the Transition Rail – for its award-winning line of StripFeeder products. Each StripFeeder Transition Rail features machined tracks for both paper and emboss tape on the same rail for a seamless transition.
Jun 02, 2015 | Count On Tools recently expanded its manufacturing operations at its Gainesville, Georgia headquarters. The latest expansion is in response to the growing market for custom engineered SMT nozzles and consumables.
Apr 14, 2015 | Count On Tools introduces PB Swiss Tools’ hex screwdriver with sliding T-handle. The T-handle screwdriver is perfectly suited for applying high torques. The movable, sliding handle with two additional hex drives incorporates a dual-sided sliding stop.
Apr 06, 2015 | Count On Tools today announced they will display an array of products in the Adopt SMT booth, Hall 7-100, at SMT Hybrid Packaging, scheduled to take place May 5-7, 2015 in Nuremberg, Germany.
Mar 31, 2015 | Count On Tools now offers PB Swiss Tools’ Stubby Seal Scraper. The new variant with a short blade allows a more precise guiding of the tool and increased pressure on the blade. Additional benefits include improved accessibility in small spaces and less fatigue on the wrist.
Mar 24, 2015 | Count On Tools announces that PB Swiss Tools has expanded its existing ESD Screwdriver selection with firmly mounted blades. SwissGrip ESD Screwdrivers are ideal even for difficult applications, with adjusted handle ergonomics. The expanded series is available for Slotted/Flat, Phillips, Pozidriv, Hex Bolts (socket wrench), Hex socket (allen key) and Torx ® screw profiles.
Mar 19, 2015 | Count On Tools today announced that it has authorized AdoptSMT Group, its distributor in Europe, to offer repair services for MYDATA Agilis Feeders. This program will be available for the 3.7, 4.0, 4.7, and 5.4 Agilis feeders. This is the only repair option for these feeders on the market and provides significant costs savings over purchasing replacement feeders.
Mar 17, 2015 | Count On Tools Inc., a leading provider of precision components and SMT spare parts, introduces PB Tools’ SwissGrip Punch Series.
Mar 10, 2015 | Count On Tools Inc., a leading provider of precision components and SMT spare parts, now carries PB Swiss Tools’ expanded line of MecaTorque torque tools. The new line of analog torque wrench screwdrivers is simple, reliable and safe for application. The MecaTorque torque handles with preset trigger value are ideal for all applications requiring the same torque at all times, such as in machining or assembly operations. The expanded product range for low to high torque with interchangeable blades or in bit holder versions provides the correct tool for every application.
Mar 05, 2015 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT) announces that it has been awarded a 2015 Circuits Assembly Service Excellence Award for its outstanding customer ratings, as judged by its own customers. Count On Tools was selected for the Automation and Handling Equipment category. Circuits Assembly Editor-in-Chief, Mike Buetow presented the award to Curt Couch, COTs President,during the recent IPC APEX EXPO.
Mar 03, 2015 | Count On Tools now carries PB Swiss Tools’ Cross-handle Screwdriver. The ergonomic two-component cross-handle with a sheathing made of high-quality Santoprene® fits perfectly in the hand and allows fatigue-free working. The lateral drive ensures the required force transfer while tightening or loosening the screws.
Feb 26, 2015 | Count On Tools now carries PB Swiss Tools’ SwissGrip Rainbow© Screwdrivers for Pozidriv screws. The new Rainbow© Series color-coding makes it easy to quickly locate, assign and apply the correct SwissGrip Screwdriver. The Pozidriv design is intended to decrease the likelihood that the screwdriver will slip out, provide a greater driving surface, and decrease wear when compared to the similar Phillips screw profile.
Feb 25, 2015 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT) announces that it has been awarded a 2015 Circuits Assembly Service Excellence Award for its outstanding customer ratings, as judged by its own customers. Count On Tools was selected for the Automation and Handling Equipment category.
Feb 18, 2015 | Count On Tools introduces PB Swiss Tools’ smaller Hex Key (allen keys) sets that are color-coded according to size and function in its Rainbow assortment. The tools are distinctively differentiated from others; thus they can be located faster in the toolbox, at the workplace or on the construction site.
Feb 10, 2015 | Count On Tools a leading provider of precision components and SMT spare parts, introduces PB Swiss Tools’ zip-up tool cases. The tool case contains the necessary tools for DIY repairs at home, the workshop, or on the road. It comes with a comprehensive blade assortment for all common screw-types and sizes.
Feb 04, 2015 | Count On Tools announces that it now offers a complete line of nozzles for the Panasonic NPM machines. These nozzle designs enable highly accurate, repeatable, optimized chip placement. The NPM Series equipment optimizes the latest technologies into a lean modular solution for changing, expanding and evolving electronic assembly needs.
Jan 27, 2015 | Count On Tools is launching an innovative program designed to give EMS companies on-demand access to high-quality SMT nozzles, tooling and consumables for more than 20 of the top pick-and-place equipment vendors. The INSTOCK Consignment Program has been developed to give EMS companies and contract manufacturers immediate access to project-critical products with no up-front inventory costs or risk of overstock.
Jan 21, 2015 | Count On Tools has launched the next version of its award-winning StripFeeder System for loading tape-and-reel components onto compact modules for prototyping and high-mix, low-volume applications. The StripFeeder Mini features the same award-winning design of the original StripFeeder in a smaller, compact package (134mm x 152mm). This package is ideally suited for smaller prototype and rework machines as well as most SMT pick-and-place equipment.
Jan 19, 2015 | Count On Tools Inc. will exhibit in Booth #3625 at the IPC APEX EXPO, scheduled to take place Feb. 24-26, 2015 at the San Diego Convention Center in California. COT will debut the new StripFeeder Mini that features the same award-winning design of the StripFeeder in a smaller package (134mm x 152mm).
Jan 16, 2015 | Count On Tools announces that PB Swiss Tools’ Color Code series supports the work process based on the 5S and Kaizen method: Sort • Set in order • Shine • Standardize • Sustain. By optimizing tool search times, travel times and wait times, companies can experience cost savings. New color coding makes it easy to quickly locate, assign and safely apply the right tool.
Jan 12, 2015 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT), a leading provider of precision components and SMT spare parts, introduces the new ezCLIP universal stop clip for PCB magazine racks. The ezCLIP system was created to allow electronics manufacturers who manually load/unload PCB magazine racks a simple way to distinguish required spacing between boards and to prevent damage on boards with taller components.
Oct 01, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT), announces that it was awarded a 2014 Global Technology Award in the category of Best Environmentally Friendly Product for its ezLOAD PCB Support System.
Sep 24, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT)now offers nozzles and tooling for i-PULSE series surface mounters by Yamaha Motor Company’s SMT division.
Sep 18, 2014 | Count On Tools is pleased to introduce the Quad 01005 Ceramic Nozzle. This nozzle design enables highly accurate, repeatable chip placement for 0201/01005 micro-components.
Apr 16, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT)announces that it offers the discontinued 702/902 nozzle for ASM Siplace equipment.
Apr 15, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT)received great customer feedback at the recent IPC APEX EXPO.
Apr 11, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT) announces that it has been awarded a 2014 Circuits Assembly Service Excellence Award for its outstanding customer ratings, as judged by its own customers.
Mar 26, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT) announces that it has been awarded a 2014 NPI Award in the category of Automation Tools for its StripFeeder Modular (.mod) System version 2.
Mar 25, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT)announces the release of the new support plates for its line of ezLOAD Board Supports.
Mar 22, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT) announces that it now offers ID threaded versions of the Pillarhouse AP universal nozzles for its entire line of selective soldering machines.
Mar 07, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. announces that PB Swiss Tools, a leading partner for quality tools worldwide, has released the newest generation of PB Torque Tools with MecaTorque VDE design for work on electrical devices.
Mar 05, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc.announces the release of PB Swiss Tools’ SwissGrip Stubby screwdrivers.
Mar 03, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc.announces that PB Swiss Tools now offers SAE Hex Keys (allen keys) that are color-coded according to size and function in its Rainbow assortment.
Feb 27, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT)announces the launch of PB Swiss Tools’ MecaTorque tools. This new line of analog torque wrench screwdrivers is simple, reliable and safe for application.
Feb 17, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT)will exhibit its new StripFeeder Modular (.mod) System version 2 in Booth #725 at the IPC APEX Expo, scheduled to take place March 25-27, 2014 at the Mandalay Bay Resort & Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Jan 07, 2014 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT) worked closely with its customer, Nortech Systems, to eliminate board failures on the company’s screen printer line and improve the application process for future builds.
Nov 13, 2013 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT),announces that it was awarded a 2013 Global Technology Award in the category of Assembly Tools for its StripFeeder Modular (.mod) System version 2.
Oct 11, 2013 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT), is pleased to announce that it has been invited to take part in the Cree Solution Provider Program (CSP).
Oct 09, 2013 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT) introduces its latest accessory Rail Removal Tools, for the award-winning StripFeeder .mod System for loading tape-and-reel components onto compact modules for prototyping and high-mix low-volume applications.
Sep 13, 2013 | Count On Tools Inc. (COT)will introduce its new StripFeeder Modular (.mod) System version 2 in Booth #618 at the upcoming SMTA International Exhibition, scheduled to take place October 15-16, 2013 at the Fort Worth Convention Center in Texas.
Aug 01, 2013 | Count On Tools (COT) Inc has launched its interactive online catalog and redesigned Web site.
Jul 30, 2013 | Count On Tools (COT) Inc. announces that it now offers Custom Gripper Nozzles for Panasonic CM and NPM machines with multifunction placement heads.
Jul 22, 2013 | Count On Tools (COT) Inc announces that it has developed an improved process for marking its Fuji NXT products.