Juki America – EAS Division, a global leader in automated assembly products and systems, is proud to announce that its LX-8 Advanced Flexible Mounter has been honored with a 2024 Global Technology Award in the category of Component Placement Equipment – High Volume. This prestigious award, presented at a Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024 ceremony during SMTA International, recognizes the LX-8’s outstanding performance and innovation in high-volume production environments.

The Juki LX-8 Advanced Flexible Mounter is engineered to meet the demands of high-volume production lines, offering unmatched versatility and efficiency. The machine features cutting-edge technology, allowing users to choose between the P20 rotary planet head and the Takumi Head with adjustable head height, ensuring precise component placement regardless of the complexity of the project. The LX-8’s advanced capabilities enable manufacturers to handle intricate tasks while maintaining high throughput, making it an ideal solution for quick production runs.

With an impressive 160 feeder slots, the LX-8 significantly simplifies production preparation and reduces setup times, enhancing overall productivity. Its compatibility with existing technology ensures that the LX-8 integrates seamlessly into any production environment, providing a cost-effective and efficient solution that boosts plant efficiency.

“We are thrilled to receive this Global Technology Award, which represents the innovation and quality that Juki brings to the market,” said Gregory Lefebvre, National Sales Manager at Juki.  “The LX-8 Advanced Flexible Mounter represents the future of high-volume production, delivering the speed, precision, and flexibility that today’s manufacturers require.”

Since 2005, the prestigious Global Technology Awards have recognized the absolute best new innovations in the printed circuit assembly and packaging industries. It brings together the global SMT and advanced packaging industry in a celebration of the companies and people that are achieving the highest standards and driving our industry forward. For more information, visit www.globalsmt.net.

For more information about Juki America – EAS Division, visit www.jukiamericas.com.