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Metcal Introduces New MicroFine Products for Soldering Under the Microscope

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Metcal, a Dover (NYSE: DOV) company and leader in benchtop soldering, has launched its new MicroFine™ soldering handpieces and cartridge tips for use under microscopes. The products are compatible with Metcal MX Series and Connection Validation™ (CV) Series soldering systems, offering fixed-temperature process control in smaller, lighter formfactors.

The MicroFine line includes soldering and tweezer handpiece configurations, enabling users to rework components as small as 01005 without needing a separate system. Metcal has also introduced upgraded workstands with hands-free tip insertion, removal, and alignment features. These improvements focus on enhancing ergonomics, performance, and safety for customers working with small components.

Metcal, un'azienda di Dover (NYSE: DOV) e leader nel settore della saldatura su banco, ha lanciato i nuovi manipoli e punte MicroFine™ per l'uso sotto microscopi. I prodotti sono compatibili con i sistemi di saldatura della serie Metcal MX e della serie Connection Validation™ (CV), offrendo controllo del processo a temperatura fissa in fattori di forma più piccoli e leggeri.

La linea MicroFine include configurazioni di manipoli per saldatura e pinzette, permettendo agli utenti di ri-lavorare componenti di dimensioni pari a 01005 senza la necessità di un sistema separato. Metcal ha anche introdotto supporti da lavoro aggiornati con funzionalità di inserimento, rimozione e allineamento dei punte a mani libere. Questi miglioramenti si concentrano sul potenziamento dell'ergonomia, delle prestazioni e della sicurezza per i clienti che lavorano con componenti di piccole dimensioni.

Metcal, una empresa de Dover (NYSE: DOV) y líder en soldadura de banco, ha lanzado sus nuevas puntas y mangos de soldadura MicroFine™ para uso bajo microscopios. Los productos son compatibles con los sistemas de soldadura de la serie Metcal MX y la serie Connection Validation™ (CV), ofreciendo control del proceso a temperatura fija en formatos más pequeños y ligeros.

La línea MicroFine incluye configuraciones de mangos de soldadura y pinzas, lo que permite a los usuarios volver a trabajar componentes tan pequeños como 01005 sin necesidad de un sistema separado. Metcal también ha introducido soportes de trabajo mejorados con características de inserción, extracción y alineación de puntas sin manos. Estas mejoras se centran en aumentar la ergonomía, el rendimiento y la seguridad de los clientes que trabajan con componentes pequeños.

Metcal은 Dover(NYSE: DOV)에 있는 회사로, 벤치탑 납땜 분야의 선두주자이며 현미경 아래에서 사용할 수 있는 새로운 MicroFine™ 납땜 핸드피스와 카트리지 팁을 출시했습니다. 이 제품은 Metcal MX 시리즈 및 Connection Validation™(CV) 시리즈 납땜 시스템과 호환되며, 더 작고 가벼운 형식으로 고정온도 프로세스 제어를 제공합니다.

MicroFine 라인에는 납땜 및 핀셋 핸드피스 구성가 포함되어 있어 사용자가 01005 크기만큼 작은 부품을 재작업할 수 있게 해줍니다, 별도의 시스템 없이도 가능합니다. Metcal은 또한 손을 사용하지 않고 팁을 삽입, 제거 및 정렬할 수 있는 기능을 갖춘 향상된 작업대를 도입했습니다. 이러한 개선은 작은 부품으로 작업하는 고객의 인체 공학, 성능 및 안전성을 향상시키는 데 중점을 둡니다.

Metcal, une entreprise de Dover (NYSE: DOV) et leader dans le domaine du soudage de table, a lancé ses nouvelles pointes et manchons MicroFine™ à utiliser sous microscope. Les produits sont compatibles avec les systèmes de soudage de la série Metcal MX et de la série Connection Validation™ (CV), offrant un contrôle de process à température fixe dans des formats plus petits et plus légers.

La ligne MicroFine comprend des configurations de manchons de soudage et de pinces, permettant aux utilisateurs de refaire des composants aussi petits que 01005 sans avoir besoin d'un système séparé. Metcal a également introduit des supports de travail améliorés avec des fonctionnalités d'insertion, de retrait et d'alignement des pointes à mains libres. Ces améliorations visent à améliorer l'ergonomie, la performance et la sécurité pour les clients travaillant avec de petits composants.

Metcal, ein Unternehmen aus Dover (NYSE: DOV) und führend im Bereich Tischlötung, hat seine neuen MicroFine™ Löt-Handstücke und Kartuschen-Spitzen für die Verwendung unter Mikroskopen auf den Markt gebracht. Die Produkte sind mit den Löt-Systemen der Metcal MX Serie und der Connection Validation™ (CV) Serie kompatibel und bieten prozesskontrolle bei fester Temperatur in kleineren, leichteren Formaten.

Die MicroFine-Linie umfasst Löt- und Pinzetten-Handstückkonfigurationen, die es den Benutzern ermöglichen, Bauteile mit einer Größe von bis zu 01005 nachzuarbeiten, ohne ein separates System verwenden zu müssen. Metcal hat auch verbesserte Arbeitsplatzständer mit Funktionen für müheloses Einsetzen, Entfernen und Ausrichten der Spitzen vorgestellt. Diese Verbesserungen konzentrieren sich darauf, Ergonomie, Leistung und Sicherheit für Kunden zu erhöhen, die mit kleinen Komponenten arbeiten.

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  • Introduction of new MicroFine™ soldering handpieces and cartridge tips for microscope use
  • Compatibility with existing Metcal MX Series and CV Series soldering systems
  • Ability to rework components as small as 01005 without additional equipment
  • Upgraded workstands with improved safety and ergonomic features
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DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Oct. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Metcal, part of OK International and Dover (NYSE: DOV) and a leader in benchtop soldering for electronics and industrial manufacturing, today announced the launch of its new MicroFinesoldering handpieces and cartridge tips for use under microscopes.

MicroFine will be offered with both a soldering and tweezer handpiece configuration, compatible with the Metcal MX Series and Connection Validation (CV) Series soldering systems. The new handpieces offer the fixed-temperature process control expected from Metcal SmartHeat® products, but in significantly smaller, lighter formfactors.

"The new MicroFine products give Metcal users the ability to leverage the power and reliability of their current Metcal systems with these new handpieces under the microscope," explains Joshua Edberg, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Metcal. "These new handpieces and cartridges are much smaller than anything we've introduced before, making it possible to rework components as small as 01005 without the need to purchase a separate system."

With the release of their MicroFine line, Metcal is introducing a pair of upgraded workstands, now with hands-free tip insertion and removal and hands-free tweezer cartridge tip alignment. These design advancements will be reflected in future versions of their full-sized workstands as well.

"As we bring new innovations to market, it is important that we focus on our customers' needs for improved ergonomics, performance, and safety" explains Bryan Gass, Vice President and General Manager of OK International. "After significant customer testing, we believe that the balance and comfort of the handpieces, coupled with SmartHeat® performance, and re-designed workstands for safer tip change will set new customer standards for rework with small components."

For more information, please visit Metcal.com.

About Metcal:

Metcal, an OK International brand, is a benchtop solutions innovator, leading the way in hand soldering, convection rework, fume extraction, and fluid dispensing. Metcal breakthroughs have empowered global OEM and electronics assembly customers in contract manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, medical devices, industrial and military sectors since 1982. For more information, visit www.metcal.com.

About OK International:

OK International, part of Dover Corporation, is a global manufacturer of bench tools and equipment that are used in electronics & industrial product assembly. Committed to operational excellence and innovation, they deliver core technological advantages with best-in-class performance. The core brands are Metcal, which provides advanced technology products across hand soldering, convection rework, and fume extraction applications, and Techcon, known for its fluid and dispensing products that provide superior accuracy and durability. For more information about OK International, visit okinternational.com.

About Dover:

Dover is a diversified global manufacturer and solutions provider with annual revenue of over $8 billion. We deliver innovative equipment and components, consumable supplies, aftermarket parts, software and digital solutions, and support services through five operating segments: Engineered Products, Clean Energy & Fueling, Imaging & Identification, Pumps & Process Solutions and Climate & Sustainability Technologies. Dover combines global scale with operational agility to lead the markets we serve. Recognized for our entrepreneurial approach for over 65 years, our team of over 24,000 employees takes an ownership mindset, collaborating with customers to redefine what's possible. Headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, Dover trades on the New York Stock Exchange under "DOV." Additional information is available at dovercorporation.com.  

OK International Contact:
Joshua Edberg
(714) 230-2397
jedberg@okinternational.com 

Dover Media Contact:    
Adrian Sakowicz, VP, Communications    
(630) 743-5039    
asakowicz@dovercorp.com     

Dover Investor Contact:   
Jack Dickens, Senior Director, Investor Relations
(630) 743-2566
jdickens@dovercorp.com

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FAQ

What new products has Metcal (DOV) introduced for microscope soldering?

Metcal has introduced new MicroFine™ soldering handpieces and cartridge tips designed for use under microscopes, compatible with their MX Series and Connection Validation™ (CV) Series soldering systems.

What are the key features of Metcal's (DOV) new MicroFine products?

The MicroFine products offer fixed-temperature process control in smaller, lighter formfactors, allowing for rework of components as small as 01005 without needing a separate system. They also come with upgraded workstands featuring hands-free tip insertion, removal, and alignment.

How do Metcal's (DOV) new MicroFine products improve soldering processes?

The new MicroFine products improve soldering processes by enhancing ergonomics, performance, and safety for users working with small components under microscopes, while leveraging the power and reliability of existing Metcal systems.

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