Newman Lake, WA (November 2, 2021) – Hentec Industries/RPS Automation, a leading manufacturer of selective soldering, lead tinning and solderability test equipment, is pleased to announce that BTU International, Inc., was awarded The Best Emerging Exhibit of the Year at the SMTA Vender Conference during the 2021 NEPCON South China show for its Valence 3508 selective soldering system by Hentec/RPS.  BTU International is the exclusive distributor for Hentec/RPS products throughout Asia.

“The Valence selective soldering system is a very flexible tool that can also perform at high volumes,” said Ewing Hsieh, Director of Sales, Asia for BTU International.  “We are happy to offer this system to our customers in Asia and are pleased to be recognized with this award,” added Hsieh.”

The Valence 3508 is designed for high-mix, high-volume, advanced level PCB production.  The continuous duty, multi-station, in-line selective soldering system utilizes an electromagnetic solder pump.  The Valence 3508 can be programmed in minutes and is highly configurable and customizable.  With a three-station processing area and stainless-steel ball screws, the Valence 3508 selective soldering system increases production efficiency and reduces downtime associated with maintenance.

About BTU International

BTU International, a wholly owned subsidiary of Amtech Group (Nasdaq: ASYS), is a global supplier of advanced thermal processing equipment in the electronics manufacturing market.  BTU’s high-performance reflow ovens are used in the production of SMT printed circuit board assemblies and in semiconductor packaging processes.  BTU also specializes in precision controlled, high-temperature belt furnaces for a wide range of custom applications, such as brazing, direct bond copper (DBC), diffusion, sintering and advanced solar cell processing.  BTU has operations in North Billerica, Massachusetts, and Shanghai, China, with direct sales and service throughout the USA, Asia, and Europe.  Information about BTU International is available at www.btu.com.

About Hentec Industries

Hentec Industries/RPS Automation is a manufacturer of automated selective soldering, component lead tinning, and solderability test equipment for electronics and electronic component manufacturing, assembly, and distribution.  Hentec/RPS has been advancing automated soldering and lead finishing technology for defense, aerospace, automotive, contract manufacturers and micro-electronics component manufacturers since the early 90’s.

All Hentec/RPS products are designed and manufactured in Newman Lake, Washington.  For more information, please visit www.rpsautomation.com.

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If you would like more information on system sales, please contact Tom Baro at 509-385-1228 or tbaro@rpsautomation.com.