Mek (Marantz Electronics) is excited to announce its participation in Southern Manufacturing and Electronics 2025, the UK’s premier event for design, engineering, and production innovation. This highly anticipated exhibition will be held from February 4th to 6th, 2025, at the Farnborough International Exhibition Centre. Mek will be proudly exhibiting its state-of-the-art Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) technologies on Stand C100 with its exclusive UK distributor, Gen3 Systems.

Visitors to the stand will have the opportunity to explore Mek’s cutting-edge AOI solutions, designed to improve quality assurance, efficiency, and productivity in electronics manufacturing environments. On display will be the Mek PowerSpector inline AOI systems, renowned for their exceptional defect coverage and seamless integration with assembly lines. Engineered to identify errors and emerging process trends in real time, PowerSpector  inline AOI systems are equipped with up to nine cameras, including one top and eight side cameras, offering unparalleled inspection capabilities. Mek’s Selective 3D Laser Measurement Technology allows users to conduct precise height measurements with unprecedented accuracy, setting a new standard for AOI performance.

In addition, Mek will highlight its PowerSpector desktop AOI system, which delivers the same advanced features as the inline systems, including the 3D laser measurement, in a compact format. It remains the only desktop AOI solution on the market that can be equipped with nine cameras, offering unmatched inspection precision for manufacturers with space constraints.

Another featured solution is the VeriSpector AOI system, specifically designed for the inspection of Through-Hole Technology (THT) components before they enter wave or selective soldering processes. With inspection times of under five seconds, VeriSpector enables manufacturers to perform real-time assembly and placement checks, allowing for immediate repairs and defect prevention. The inline version of VeriSpector, which will be on display, ensures robust performance and compatibility with a range of automation options, making it a vital tool for enhancing the quality and efficiency of manual and semi-automatic assembly processes.

Southern Manufacturing and Electronics 2025 is expected to attract over 9,000 visitors and 500 exhibitors, providing a comprehensive platform for showcasing cutting-edge machinery, electronic assembly solutions, and subcontracting services.

Mek invites attendees to visit Stand C100 to witness how its advanced AOI technologies can revolutionise production processes. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with our experts, and see live demonstrations.

To secure your place at Southern Manufacturing and Electronics 2025, register now at www.southern-manufacturing-electronics.com/visit.