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Verifer HR High-Resolution X-Ray Inspection Solution Under $60K

Rosemont, Ill. ATExpo (Sept 28, 2004) - FocalSpot, Inc (www.focalspot.com), a provider of advanced BGA/SMT inspection and rework solutions to the SMT electronic manufacturers industry, today announced the their newest innovation, the Verifer-HR, FSX-090 a high-resolution x-ray system that handles large bare or populated PCB assemblies up to 16 x 18 or component packages down to 0201. The Verifer-HR is a powerful (90KV) yet affordable (<$60K) high-resolution (5-micron) and high-magnification (>650X) x-ray system designed for fast intuitive operation. It supports a broad range of inspection applications from detailed viewing of internal semiconductor interconnections (wire-bonds/die-attach) to general solder joint analysis and rework verification.

The system's 5-micron sealed x-ray source and high-resolution 2/4 Image Intensifier provides superb image resolution, with greater than 650X magnification, making it ideally suited for inspection of BGA's, CSP's and flip-chip packages. The 90kV microfocus x-ray source provides more than enough power to penetrate challenging packages such as: Ceramic Column Grid Arrays, BGA with metal lids or heat sinks and devices with RF shielding.

The Verifer-HR is self-contained, and with a footprint of only 32 x 34 it can easily be moved (rolled) to where ever it is needed (i.e., production floor, prototype lab, rework area, etc.). Each system comes complete with image enhancement and defect analysis software, flat panel monitor, current Pentium) computer running Windows) XP and plugs into a standard 120VAC outlet.

"X-ray imaging systems play a vital role in providing failure analysis, prototype validation and manufacturing process setup data; but cost and complex operation have often been a deterrent to broader market utilization." Stated Frank Silva, FocalSpot's Vice President of Sales. Continued Mr. Silva, "Reducing the system cost and operational complexity was the basic design premise behind FocalSpot's Verifer Series of x-ray inspection systems - they are truly affordable multipurpose x-ray inspection solutions with exceptional performance and value for less than $60K and the easiest system of this type to learn and use."

Price and Availability

The Verifier-HR is designed and manufactured by FocalSpot, Inc. with sales, support and service locations through out North America and Asia. The Verifier-HR is priced under $60,000 with deliveries from 6 to 8 weeks ARO. Detailed specifications can be found at URL: http://www.focalspot.com/verifier-hr-specifications.htm

About FocalSpot, Inc.

FocalSpot, Inc. manufactures a line of high-performance low-cost x-ray inspection solutions, distributes DEN-ON look-under BGA Microscopes, hand tools and accessories; and is the exclusive distributor for DEN-ON advanced rework stations. FocalSpot provides sales, service, applications support and training in North and South America, Canada, Mexico, Asia and a growing list of distributor partners.

For more information about FocalSpot, Inc. customers and potential resellers should visit the FocalSpot, Inc. website: www.focalspot.com, email: sales@focalspot.com, or Tel: 858.536.5050, Frank Silva.

Rolling Meadows, IL — Best Launches Lead-Free Compatible PCB Repair Kits and Materials

Best Inc, announces the launch of a variety of printed circuit board repair kits and materials. This professional PCB repair kit and the associated repair materials are what is needed to repair plated through holes, lands, traces, contact fingers and base laminate. The circuit frames, used to provide the lands, traces, fingers and through holes, are suitable for both lead-free and tin/lead soldering processes.

(PRWEB) February 8, 2005 -- Advantages of this professional soldering kit include the inclusion of “how to” slides, the large number of replacement elements found in the circuit frames and the suitability of the materials for lead-free processing. These Best repair kits help soldering repair technicians become more proficient by offering a wide variety of tools to reduce the amount of time spent trimming circuit frames. “Since these repair kits are designed by artisans who repair circuit boards for a living, the right tools have been included in this general PCB repair kit.” Claims Bob Wettermann of Best Inc.

Legislation in Europe and environmental issues in Japan are driving the transition to lead-free processing. The expectation is that many global electronic assemblers and by extension their repair departments, who want to participate in international markets, will need to implement lead-free processes. New materials such as these lead-free repair kits, will help prepare OEMs and contract manufacturers.

About Business Electronics Soldering Technologies (Best)
Headquartered in Rolling Meadows, Illinois Best is a supplier of PCB rework and repair services serving communications, computer, industrial, automotive, avionic and military accounts. In addition BEST is an master IPC-certified training center certifying students and instructors in J-STD-001, IPC-610 and IPC 7711 and 7721 material. www.solder.net

Answer the Phone: Your Identity is on the Line

Beverly Hills, CA -- (ArriveNet - May 06, 2005) -- There hasn't been much good news in the battle against identity theft lately, with fraudsters staying one step ahead of the game. But don't panic, our old friend the telephone has come to the rescue.

We're all aware of the problem of identity theft, but did you know that your local pizza chain has had a solution for years? You recognize it as the system that prevents little Johnny from having twenty pizzas delivered to your door at midnight: the pizza chain calls you immediately after the order is placed to verify the validity of the order. Because little Johnny is afraid to be caught, he'll think twice about causing this pizza-related havoc.

TeleSign's patent-pending verification system has transferred this pizza concept to the high-tech world. It works like this: after filling out a form on a website, the user is prompted to enter his phone number. A robotic system then places a call to that number and speaks aloud a unique three digit code. Once that code is entered into the website, the authentication is complete. This system can be implemented at any point on a website: at registration, purchase, a specific time interval, or at the request of a user.

Email verification is the current standard for user authentication, but email may end up filtered, junked, bulked, or trashed. Because of spam, viruses, and phishing, email filtering has become so aggressive that even legitimate emails don't reach the inbox. But a telephone call cannot be stopped, making this the perfect time for the introduction of TeleSign’s solution.

The future of ecommerce is threatened by rampant fraud and lack of trust. TeleSign will force anonymous users to expose their faces by revealing their working phone numbers.

To try an interactive demo, visit (http://www.telesign.com/demo2/demo.asp) and have your phone ready.

For more information about TeleSign’s products and services, visit (http://www.telesign.com/demo2/) or email press2@telesign.com.

About TeleSign Corp.
TeleSign is a leader in innovative internet security solutions and provider of intelligent telephone-based verification solutions for any entity conducting business online where trust is essential and where fraud is a concern. TeleSign’s patent-pending Verification System provides a critical layer of security for the e-commerce world and is a proven deterrent against ill-intentioned web users. The company’s first product, the TeleSign Verification System, blends the latest internet, security and telephony technologies into a powerful new tool to combat fraud and enhance trust in e-business.

TeleSign Corp. seeks to provide simplified solutions for any company conducting business online where trust is essential and where fraud is a concern. TeleSign’s patent-pending Verification System provides a critical layer of security for the e-commerce world and is a proven deterrent against ill-intentioned web users. TeleSign’s Verification System is able to legitimize a web user’s claimed identification at a miniscule cost and with little inconvenience to all parties involved.

TeleSign’s Verification System is based upon the premise that ill-intentioned web users hesitate to disclose their working phone numbers. By placing a computer-generated telephone call coupled with a unique security code, we insist that a web user provide a legitimate telephone number or be rooted out. The company’s first product, the TeleSign Verification System, blends the latest internet, security and telephony technologies into a powerful new tool to combat fraud in e-commerce.

Visit http://www.telesign.com/demo2/ or call 310-276-5900 for more information.

TeleSign Corporation
Contact: Sam Gonen
Telephone: (310) 276-7843
Email: press2@telesign.com

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