A profitable SMT line is not built by buying the fastest pick and place machine first. It is built by matching product mix, feeder strategy, inspection, reflow capacity, labor, and support into one production system.
Work area and component limits decide if your SMT line runs smooth. Learn PCB/panel sizing, vision ranges, and height constraints to avoid jams, shifts, and rework.
Pick and place brands ranked by real uptime and sustained speed. Covers pickup rate, changeover, a comparison table, and reflow profiling tips for SMT lines.
Scale SMT assembly from manual to automated with practical KPIs, staged automation, and PCB handling upgrades that stabilize flow, cut stops, and boost yield.