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Absolute EMS Redefines BGA Assembly with State-of-the-Art 4.0 Closed-Loop System Facility

SANTA CLARA, CA ― May 2024Absolute EMS, Inc., an award-winning EMS provider of turnkey contract manufacturing services, is proud to offer world-class expertise in BGA (Ball Grid Array) assembly, setting new standards for quality, speed and flexibility in the industry. Operating from a cutting-edge 4.0 closed-loop system facility in the heart of Silicon Valley, Absolute EMS boasts SMT lines running at an astounding speed of 80,000 placements per hour, surpassing the industry average of 20,000-40,000 placements per hour.

“At Absolute EMS, we leverage the industry’s most sophisticated equipment to create a flexible manufacturing environment tailored to our customers’ needs,” said Doug Dow, COO of Absolute EMS. “Our state-of-the-art facility enables us to deliver high-volume manufacturing services with unmatched precision and efficiency, all while maintaining globally competitive prices.”


Absolute EMS offers an extensive array of BGA assembly capabilities tailored to meet the rigorous demands of modern electronics manufacturing. These include a touchless manufacturing line equipped with automated quality checks for prototypes and production runs, the handling of micro components as small as 0.2 mm x 0.1 mm (008004 Imperial Code), in-line 3D solder paste inspection, and automatic optical inspection.  Additionally, Absolute EMS utilizes 3D X-ray technology for comprehensive inspection of complex assemblies and ensures automated date code and lot code traceability from purchase order through product shipment. With expertise in fine pitch and high count BGAs, fiber optics, RF microelectronics, and press fit connectors, along with hybrid processes supporting both tin-lead and lead-free soldering techniques, Absolute EMS delivers quick turn prototype assembly and conformal coating services. Moreover, they excel in the assembly of rigid and flexible boards with tight tolerance requirements, backed by built-in quality systems for the highest level of product reliability.

“Our commitment to excellence is reflected in every aspect of our BGA assembly process, with all vision system tests set to view the smallest common denominator of 008004 componentry,” added Dow. “At Absolute EMS, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in electronic manufacturing, providing our customers with the highest quality solutions tailored to their specific needs.”

About Absolute EMS

Absolute EMS, located in the heart of Silicon Valley, offers award-winning manufacturing services in a state-of-the-art, high-technology EMS facility. The company won Global Technology Awards in 2020 and 2021 for its manufacturing services and was awarded ‘Most Improved Smart Factory’ by the Global Technology Awards in 2021. Founded in 1996, Absolute EMS originally serviced the medical industry, thus their focus on controlled manufacturing that is scalable and repeatable. The Absolute EMS focused verticals are Medical, Military, Industrial, Networking, and Engineering. Learn more by visiting https://www.absolute-ems.com

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