Explore insights into the future of smart manufacturing and factory digitalization in this Q&A with Cogiscan and EMS Future.

Despite its simplicity at the surface, the kitting step in the electronics manufacturing process can be deceptively complex and resource-intensive. Often overlooked as place to optimize, kitting is in fact a critical phase within the Surface Mount Technology (SMT) sector, where the accuracy and efficiency of job preparation can greatly influence the entire production workflow. Any errors or delays in kitting can cause quality issues and a waste of resources.

Utilizing Cogiscan's Factory Insights can significantly enhance the ability to monitor and maintain product quality, thus reducing the incidence of failures in the field. This guide provides a step-by-step approach to leveraging Cogiscan's system to proactively address potential defects detected during production.

When you want to get more through on your SMT lines, you'll often want to first make sure your placement machines are running smoothly. These machines are the backbone of the assembly process, so keeping a close eye on them is key to eliminating waste and ensuring a smoother running line. This guide walks you through how to tackle spillage problems using Factory Insights, Cogiscan’s analytics platform designed specifically for electronics manufacturers.

We are pleased to announce an expansion of our partnership with DiversiTech to represent Cogiscan’s solutions in Baja California. Due to its strategic location bordering the United States, and particularly California, Baja California is an increasingly attractive destination for manufacturers, especially from companies looking to leverage the benefits of nearshoring trends.

Integrating advanced component tracking systems like those from Cogiscan into circuit board assembly processes is essential for precise inventory management and financial strategy, as it prevents excess capital lockup in inventory and keeps production lines moving efficiently. These systems provide real-time data to ERP systems, issue proactive low-level alerts to prevent production stoppages, ensure accuracy during part replenishment through splicing verification, and employ post-teardown counting methods like X-ray technology for precise inventory tracking, leading to better operational efficiency and strategic decision-making.

Cogiscan, factory digitalization experts for electronics manufacturers globally, is proud to announce a new partnership with Univertools for technical sales support and representation in interior of Mexico. Established in 2008, Univertools re-sells a wide range of SMT solutions for electronics manufacturers within Mexico – with specific support in the key regions of Jalisco, Aguascalientes, Guanajuato, Queretaro, San Luis Potosi, Tamaulipas, Nuevo Leon and Chihuahua.

Efficient and organized management of materials used in Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA) is paramount. Given that material costs can account for up to 80% of a finished PCBA's expense, efficient control of these materials is not just an operational concern but a critical financial one. Manufacturers have to thread a delicate balance of maintaining enough inventory to prevent delays and production shortages, while avoiding excess that leads to waste and additional costs. This blog offers an analysis of three of the most used storage solutions in electronics manufacturing.

Creation Technologies chose Cogiscan’s Material Control solutions to better streamline operations while enhancing material data accuracy. A pivotal component of their solution is the Cogiscan Open Interface, which establishes a seamless connection with Creation Technologies’ Oracle ERP system. Made possible by Cogiscan’s Co-NECT integration with Creation Technologies’ Nordson X-ray counter – their Oracle ERP now automatically receives material consumption data on teared down materials in real-time, augmenting the accuracy of their inventory.

Watch the recording - In this 45-minute webinar, our experts Mitch DeCaire and Julie Cliche-Dubois covered everything you need to know about our fully customizable analytics platform, Factory Insights.

As a global leader in smart energy technology, SolarEdge designs, builds, and manufactures photovoltaic (PV) inverters for a broad range of energy sectors. The Cogiscan installation included data collection and contextualization from all machines, enhanced material and process control on the line, traceability reporting of the production process, as well as factory performance visualization dashboards.

In high-mix manufacturing environments, where product changeover is high, changeover efficiency is paramount. Each transition can lead to downtime on the line (where time is money), which is why many manufacturers have turned to offline setup as a solution. By moving feeder setup tasks offline and utilizing batch changeover methods with feeder exchange units, electronics manufacturers can minimize both the time and complexity associated with changeovers.

The biotech and medical industries are at the forefront of innovation, constantly evolving to meet the needs of patients and healthcare professionals worldwide. In this ever-advancing landscape, electronics manufacturers face the critical challenge of delivering precision, ensuring compliance with industry standards, and upholding a strong commitment to quality. As a leader in Track, Trace & Control solutions, we’ve been enabled medical-focused electronics manufacturers to meet the demands of this industry for over twenty years now.

The IPC APEX Expo 2024, held in Anaheim from April 9th to 11th, is one of our favorite shows – the perfect place for those of us in electronics manufacturing to present our latest technologies and nurture pivotal partnerships. Here, we’ll recap the highlights and key takeaways from Cogiscan’s perspective, specifically highlighting our commitment to innovation and collaboration in this industry.

Download I-Connect007 Ebook on Factory Analytics: Embracing and comprehending factory analytics is crucial for any electronics manufacturer. Those who place a strategic emphasis on analytics and effectively utilize the resulting insights across their operations will endure over the long term. In an industry characterized by rapid change, intense competition, and slim profit margins, factory analytics serve as a vital tool for identifying potential enhancements and ensuring the ongoing success of the business.

As a performance analytics platform, Factory Insights takes data collected from the entire production ecosystem, including from machines, sensors, traceability tools (material and process information), and through an underlying data management engine, transforms that rich data into KPIs with actionable intelligence. With Factory Insights, Cogiscan continues to leverage all that data know-how and experience to help manufacturers run a more efficient, timely and thus less expensive operation.

Given the mission critical nature of aerospace and defense electronics manufacturing, it is imperative to implement stringent quality control measures that adhere to AS9100 standards, ensure meticulous traceability and maintain long-term data retention, while also fostering a culture of continuous improvements. For over two decades, Cogiscan's Track, Trace & Control Platform (TTC Platform) has been integral to electronics manufacturers in this sector – by helping to fulfil the rigorous demands of assembling these high-reliability products while simultaneously helping to enhance the efficiency of the overall manufacturing process.

The successful integration of Cogiscan’s software into ENTE's manufacturing process significantly improved both their traceability and material management efforts. Due to material and process parameters tracking, ENTE stores full information about every raw material used in production as well as its purchase history. This enables ENTE to increase the quality of their service, and also provides faster access to information about all the components used in various projects.

The automotive electronics market has become a cornerstone of the overall industry, with its size reaching a noteworthy USD 239.03 billion in 2022. As technology continues to advance, this market is expected to soar to a staggering USD 386.24 billion by 2030, flourishing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.8% during the forecast period. Major EMS and OEM players —including industry giants like Robert Bosch GmbH, ZF Friedrichshafen AG, Aptiv PLC, and Lear Corporation —are leading the charge in the automotive sector. Many of these stakeholders have adopted software solutions like the Cogiscan TTC Platform and iTAC.MOM.Suite to not only meet the changing demands of the market, but to also continuously optimize and control their manufacturing processes.

Electronics Production In the complex world of automotive electronics manufacturing, precision, IATF 16949 compliance, and a strong commitment to quality are essential. Cogiscan's Track, Trace & Control Platform (TTC Platform) has played a pivotal role in the automotive electronics manufacturing landscape, assisting numerous electronics manufacturers over the past 20 years. This piece delves into the ways in which Cogiscan's active traceability platform, coupled with its efficiency-enhancing capabilities, is tailored for the automotive electronics sector. It highlights the platform's vital contribution to meeting IATF 16949 standards and its effectiveness in elevating quality and traceability within the manufacturing workflow.

In the realm of PCBA manufacturing, a significant transformation is underway, with sustainability and green initiatives at the forefront. Customers are demanding eco-friendly solutions, placing significant pressure on manufacturers to adapt and meet these new expectations. However, the path to sustainability is full of challenges, and traditional ways of thinking are insufficient. Electronics manufacturers are exploring ways to optimize performance, aiming to extract every ounce of efficiency from equipment and materials.

Watch the recording - In this 45-minute exclusive webinar, Mitch DeCaire & Julie Cliche-Dubois show you how to uncover profitable pathways and drive actionable insights in your factory using TTC and Analytics solutions. From Factory-wide connectivity to Active Traceability, Process & Material Control and Intelligent Analytics, they cover a wide array of software solutions.

The PCBA industry has experienced exponential growth in the last 5+ years, driven mainly by the insatiable demand for smarter and more connected devices. This growth has driven the demand for a highly skilled workforce capable of handling intricate circuitry, sophisticated machinery, and ever-evolving technology. But the gap between this demand and the availability of well-trained individuals is widening, creating a crisis that has profound implications for the future of electronics manufacturing. In this article, we’ll delve into the potential solutions to better bridge this gap and ensure the sustainability of this vital industry.

By integrating effective solutions for traceability and analytics, manufacturers can achieve not only increased client acquisition but also heightened profitability. This powerful combination offers a comprehensive approach that drives PCBA factories towards optimal efficiency by tackling both aspects concurrently.

Reshoring in electronics manufacturing is a strategic approach that involves relocating the production of electronic components or devices back to the home country or a nearby region, often from offshore destinations. This trend has gained momentum in recent years for several reasons. This blog explore three of those reasons and how manufacturers are changing to fit this new reality. Reasons cover: Less savings in offshoring, Reducing supply chain risks, Increasing quality control and Intellectual Property

Quality management comprises four key steps: Quality Planning, where goals and standards (ISO, IPC, etc.) are established; Quality Control, focusing on real-time monitoring and error detection; Quality Assurance, a proactive approach to prevent defects; and Quality Improvement, a continuous process of enhancing operations, products, or services based on data analysis and feedback, ensuring ongoing excellence in quality. This article will however focus on step #2: Quality Control.

Setup control is the linchpin of effective PCBA manufacturing. It revolves around preparing the assembly line, equipment, and materials to achieve consistent, high-quality results. A well-executed setup control process reduces downtime and turnover, minimizes errors, and enhances overall productivity. This blog covers 5 key elements of production setup control: Setup Validation, Process Parameters Setting, Offline Setup Validation, Equipment Calibration & Operator Training

In the fast-paced industry of PCBA manufacturing, staying ahead requires more than just production efficiency; it demands a finely tuned orchestration of processes, seamless data exchange, and real-time decision-making. As the PCBA industry marches forward in this digital age, an industry-focused connectivity solution stands out from the rest – Co-NECT. This connectivity platform is poised to transform PCBA manufacturing by harnessing the power of all types of factory connectivity, redefining how our industry operates

For more than 20 years, our Product Flow Controller (PFC) has been one of our top-selling hardware products. There are many reasons for that. Sure, popular for standard applications– like using our PFC for production interlocking & SMEMA control – but one of the main benefits of this 8-bit device is without a doubt its versatility. Here are some non-standard applications we've seen of our PFC over the years.

In the sprawling landscape of modern electronics manufacturing, the manufacturing process can be likened to an enigmatic labyrinth, where a PCBA’s journey, from conception to the finished product is an intricate web of supply chains and assembly requirements. Within this dynamic and fast-paced reality, the importance of traceability should be looked at as a guiding beacon, an illumination to the best path forward. Traceability in electronics manufacturing serves as a fundamental pillar that fosters product integrity, safety, compliance, and supply chain efficiency. As the industry continues to evolve, embracing traceability not only drives business success but also demonstrates a commitment to responsible and sustainable manufacturing practices.

As the backbone of any successful operation, material management encompasses the careful planning, sourcing, receiving, and handling of raw materials and components needed to produce electronic products. The Incoming Material Station (IMS) offers an advanced receiving solution tailored specifically for electronics manufacturing. This blog covers the main features of the station, as well as its benefits.

In the vast realm of data management, two terms often emerge (especially given the adoption rate of AI): data lake and data swamp. While both involve storing and processing large volumes of data, they represent contrasting approaches and outcomes. In this blog, we'll dive into the differences between a lake and a swamp, exploring their definitions, characteristics, benefits, and pitfalls.

In today's rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape, the adoption of advanced technologies has become crucial for achieving operational excellence and staying competitive. This blog explores key aspects of smart manufacturing, highlighting the importance of automation, collaboration, and leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize material control, improve efficiency, and guarantee quality throughout the production process. All these points have been taken from Mitch DeCaire’s participation in Interlatin’s webinar: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities in Mexico.

Watch the recording - AI is everywhere. However, very few have success with this new technology. Why is that? In this 45-minute webinar hosted by Mitch DeCaire (Cogiscan) and Martin Strempel (iTAC Software AG), we've covered everything you need to know about AI in electronics manufacturing.

In PCBA Assembly, very few have successful experiences with AI technology. Why is that? Why is it that in an industry that generates billions of dollars every year, companies are still struggling to get a grip on this technology? In this article, we’ll explore possible answers, and discuss how to make your AI manufacturing project beneficial in the long term.

Explored in this article are AI-powered tools with field proven SMT-specific use cases that provide advanced intelligence to reduce defects, maximize output, and increase overall throughput. Includes detailed information on the IIoT.Edge platform for electronics manufacturing.

To ensure that electronics manufacturers can successfully achieve their smart factory goals, regardless of their production type or size, Mycronic partnered with Cogiscan to co-develop MYPro Connect. This software solution enables Mycronic’s SPI, AOI, jet printing, and placement equipment to dialogue with any enterprise system (MES, ERP) using IPC-CFX communication protocol.

Connectivity is the mandatory foundation for ANY factory digitalization initiative. And while connectivity gets a lot of hype, the less talked about challenge is how to manage the vast amounts of collected factory data.

Cogiscan, factory digitalization experts for electronics manufacturers globally, is proud to announce new distribution partnerships with MacTech for technical sales support and representation in Argentina.

Eric Miscoll from EMSNow speaks with Julie Cliche-Dubois about the challenges of factory-wide data collection in the electronics manufacturing industry. Never as simple as it seems, data collection and processing has only increased in complexity due to recent digitalization technologies and trends. Cogiscan remains at the forefront of solving these nuances by working with both the machine suppliers and customers to collect the richest data possible. Looking at the hot topic of machine-learning analyses, Julie and Eric also discuss how important it is to ensure that the vast quantity of data generated by the machines is readable for the AI tool.

Cycle time optimization is essential for manufacturers looking to improve their efficiency and reduce costs – and is commonly one of the top concerns electronics manufacturers want to tackle when exploring our products. In this blog post, we will discuss some of the ways in which cycle time can be optimized in PCBA manufacturing. We’ll look at everything from traditional methods of standardizing processes and systems to newer options with Artificial Intelligence and machine-learning systems.

About two years ago, we were acquired by iTAC Software AG and the Dürr Group. And while this may seem like the beginning of our story, it’s simply a milestone in a longer history that dates to the early 2000s. Here's a brief history of our collaboration for the PCBA manufacturing industry.

With the push for digitalization and advanced analytics, more PCBA manufacturers are having to familiarize themselves with Cloud and Edge technologies. What do they do? And why do they matter? In this article, we’ll highlight what you need to know about both options to ensure you choose the right one specifically for your manufacturing operation.

Most digitalization projects can be daunting due to the sheer scope. Therefore, electronics manufacturers need to focus on THEIR key pain points. In this article, we cover 4 problems that PCBA manufacturers regularly have, and we propose solutions for all of them. From Kitting Control solution to AI tools, there is something for everyone.

In this interview from Mitch DeCaire (Cogiscan) and Martin Strempel (iTAC Software), you'll learn about what makes a successful AI project in electronics manufacturing. In summary, it's not just about the tool itself. It has more to do with the intent you had when you built the tool and the industry expertise you have to make it actionable. We're going from reactive to prescriptive analytics with this model.

As we usher in this new year, we feel incredibly energized as we consider all the potential waiting to be seized. In this article, Vincent Dubois talks about his perspectives for 2023. That includes our participation in the Dürr Digital Factory for software development, the usage of AI in the PCBA industry, and recent near-shoring investments in electronics manufacturing.

In this 7-minute video, our CINO André Corriveau go over our new fully vertically integrated product portfolio for the electronics manufacturing industry.

In this blog, we've decided to put a twist on our Cogiscan's perspective series. Instead of stating OUR perspective, we've decided to ask some of our clients and partners THEIR perspective on us.

We’re Thrilled to Announce that Greg Benoit is Now Director - Product Management. As one of Cogiscan’s go-to colleagues, Greg’s thoughtful opinions and strategic recommendations have helped to shape Cogiscan’s key milestones and initiatives over the last several years.

Advanced Analytics starts with good data. I met with a wide range of customers within electronics manufacturing – both mid-sized and large EMS suppliers and OEMs – and while each of them faces unique challenges implementing a factory digitalization strategy, the biggest takeaway for me is that shop-floor connectivity is still a major hurdle for all players.

Here is a concrete example of how an AI algorithm can be used to reduce AOI false calls and manual verification by up to 60% during the SMT process.

In this interview with Global SMT & Packaging at SMTA Guadalajara 2022, Mitch DeCaire talks about iTAC Software & Cogiscan's new technologies including: using AI in electronics assembly, synergies between iTAC and Cogiscan's systems, SMT machine connectivity, CFX, etc.

Cogiscan is proud to announce a corporate-wide global traceability agreement with SiiX Corporation. As part of SiiX’s commitment to factory digitalization, the unification of a traceability solution across all manufacturing sites will allow them to better leverage material and production visibility as well as overall quality control and throughput.

Cogiscan, factory digitalization experts for electronics manufacturers globally, is proud to announce new distribution partnerships with Realize SMT and Starbord Technologies for technical sales support and representation in Eastern Canada.

AI has been talked about for years in electronics manufacturing. However, until recently, there wasn’t a concrete tool to properly use and leverage AI algorithms effectively in the PCBA manufacturing industry. With iTAC’s IIoT.Edge, you can now efficiently use this long-awaited technology in your daily operations to prevent SMT machine downtime.

Looking specifically at electronics manufacturing, with the emergence of Industry 4.0 and the connected factory, we now have access to troves of meaningful production data to elevate the Statistical Process Control (SPC) process. Paired with advanced analytics tools, real-time machine data, and AI-based software, these technologies enable you to react quickly to, and even eliminate, quality issues on your production floor.

In this short article, we’ll cover how electronics manufacturers can leverage intelligent, dynamic, and advanced planning & scheduling tools to get better control over their PCBA production. In the current market, all factories need to maximize available resources – and that includes employees as well as components.

In electronics manufacturing, factories need to have a system in place to make sure none of their materials get used incorrectly during production. To do this, and to ensure they have the right material in the right place at the right time, they’ll want to automate the management of their materials as much as possible. Here's how to do it with Kitting Control and Setup Control.

Watch the recording - With backlogs increasing, material shortage on the rise and staffing issues more present than ever, running your factory with the utmost efficiency is paramount. In this 45 minutes webinar, we'll show you how to maximize the little margin you have left by gaining complete visibility and control over everything that’s happening in your factory today.

In a market that is trying to catch up with increasing customer demands and quickly ship products out the back door, no PCBA factory right now can afford to lose any time or resources during the manufacturing process. One way to save a significant amount of time during production, while also reducing line downtime, is using M2M integration to connect placement machines to an automated storage system. Here's 2 examples.

In this interview with EMS NOW, Greg Benoit and Mitch DeCaire give concrete examples on how Cogiscan and iTAC solutions are using AI to help electronics manufacturers today. They also cover how factory-wide traceability is now possible with our expanded product portfolio.

At Cogiscan, we believe in the power of proactivity over reactivity. With this mindset, we built an SMT Analytics tool that can help PCBA manufacturers avoid a field recall altogether. Here's how.

To better illustrate the power of how a traceability system can make both a substantial and potentially business saving difference, we’ll walk through a recall situation due to a counterfeit IC with two PCBA manufacturers, Deetz MTR has traceability and ChkSteps does not.

We’re thrilled to announce the nomination of Marie-Andrée Courtemanche to Director – Software Development. Benoit Ouellet, former Director – Technology, has accepted the position of Senior Director – Technology. Corinne Drapeau replaces Marie-Andrée as Product Manager – Track and Control.

You’ve landed here because you need a traceability solution for your electronics manufacturing process. Perhaps your latest potential client requires traceability for their product, or you’re looking to gain improved quality control over the PCBAs you assemble – either way, you need traceability. Here's a complete example of the manufacturing process of an instrument cluster.

PCBA manufacturers around the globe are simply struggling to keep the lights on. Forced to do more with less, manufacturers are exploring creative ways to fully maximize all resources – both equipment and people. There are no dark production floors in a successful PCBA manufacturer of 2022, today it’s about shedding light on what’s actually happening in the factory.

In this short article, we’ll show you how to optimize your inspection performance using an SMT analytics tool with an option to drill down into false calls. In this case, we’ve used Cogiscan’s Factory Intelligence, which offers in-depth analysis for AOI and SPI machines.

In this short article, we’ll cover two concrete examples that demonstrate how to best maximize your component placement performance using an in-depth SMT placement analytics software. In order words, we’ll explain how to use drill-down analyses to get best out of your SMT lines.

In this overview article, we'll summarize our participation to IPC's APEX 2022. “Even though attendance was lower than some previous years due to COVID-19, we had fantastic discussions with potential customers that are looking for our specific factory digitalization solutions.”

In this short article, we’ll cover three concrete examples that show how historical analysis, or data analytics, is a great tool for anyone who wants to have better results in the PCB assembly factory. Examples: Decrease in First Pass Yield, Increase in Assists, Placement Issues.

In this EMSNOW interview with Eric Miscoll, our CBDO, François Monette, and our Director of Business Development, Mitch DeCaire explain how the iTAC/Cogiscan joint solutions offer a lot of value to customers implementing Industry 4.0 in their factory.

Watch the recording - Learn how to leverage the power of machine data to drive actions & improvements to ensure a smoother running SMT manufacturing floor.

Cogiscan, the leading connectivity and TTC (Track, Trace, Control) solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing industry, is thrilled to announce the addition of iTAC Software AG’s MES/MOM Suite to their overall product offering.

Using Real Time dashboards to optimize your SMT assembly lines. Every SMT factory shoots for a 100% smooth-running operation. You should always thrive to enhance your factory’s overall efficiency using industry-specific real time dashboards.

The future of electronics manufacturing is in the power of factory digitalization through smart software solutions. This summarizes Michael Ho's predictions for the PCBA industry for 2022. EMS will have to do more with less. Manufacturers will need to have a digitalization strategy. There is no one size fits all for digitalization in electronics manufacturing.

Many software companies, and even some of the leading machine vendors, offer interesting SMT manufacturing analytics tool for the PCBA industry. But, does a better SMT analytics tool automatically mean better insights?

Cogiscan, the leading connectivity and TTC solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing industry, is proud to co-exhibit with iTAC Software AG for IPC APEX EXPO 2022 at booth #3121.

Watch the recording - With iTAC & Cogiscan together, you can leverage the transformative power of an MES that accurately gathers data from every machine and station in your factory.

We’ve got some survival tips from Greg Benoit, Director of Sales Enablement, to help you navigate this component allocation more smoothly. His smart material management advice will help you get the best use out of every single component... and alleviate some of your suffering.

Almost everything sold today has a circuit board in it and most of these smart devices use, and thus compete for stock on, the same ICs.And while manufacturers all vie for the same parts to meet their customers increasingly desperate demands, experts predict we’ll be dealing with this situation well into 2022.

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BROMONT, CANADA, January 7, 2019 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control…

Cogiscan’s Chief Sales and Marketing Officer François Monette connected with EMSNOW for an interview about…

Cogiscan occupies a unique position in the industry as we bridge the gap between…

For the last twenty years Cogiscan has provided the leading solutions to help fully…

BROMONT, CANADA, December 6, 2018 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control…

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ASM will use the new Cogiscan Co-NECT standalone adapter to support the new IPC…

MENTOR, OH ― April 24, 2018 ― Libra Industries, a privately held electronics manufacturing…

By François Monette, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Cogiscan There has been so much…

BROMONT, CANADA, March 1, 2018 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC) solutions…

Alliance strengthens customer-focused solutions portfolio. Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC)…

BROMONT, CANADA, February 23, 2018 — Cogiscan Inc., the Leading Track, Trace and Control…

Bromont, Canada, February 16, 2018- Cogiscan,the leading track, trace and control (TTC) solutions provider…

BROMONT, CANADA, February 2018 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC)…

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BROMONT, CANADA, November 20, 2017 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control…

By François Monette, Cogiscan Industry 4.0 or IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) can seem…

BROMONT, CANADA, November 14, 2017 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control…

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Industry Voices: A Breakout Year for the IoM By Michael Skinner, Associate Editor, U.S.…

BROMONT, CANADA, July 2017 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC)…

BROMONT, CANADA, February 2017 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC)…

BROMONT, CANADA, February 2017 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC)…

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BROMONT, CANADA, November 2016—Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace, and control (TTC) solutions provider…

BROMONT, CANADA, December 2016 — Cogiscan Inc. and Super Dry Totech, today announced a…

BROMONT, CANADA, December 2016 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC)…

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BROMONT, CANADA, November 2016—Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace, and control (TTC) solutions provider…

Philip Stoten is joined by Cogiscan’s Mitch DeCaire at SMTAi 2016 to discuss the…

BROMONT, CANADA, October 2016 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC)…

Mitch discusses how Cogiscan TTC solutions meet actual Electronic Manufacturing challenges with Andy Shaughenessy, Editor,…

BROMONT, CANADA, August 2016 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions…

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SALINE, MI ― April 2016 ― Saline Lectronics, Inc., a leading electronics contract manufacturer,…

Cogiscan, the leader in Track, Trace, Control Solutions, is proud to participate in the…

BROMONT, CANADA, April 2016 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC)…

BROMONT, CANADA, March 2016 — Cogiscan Inc., announces that it has been awarded a…

BROMONT, CANADA, February 2016 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions…

An article from Saline Lectronics entitled, "Positive Improvements from Creating a Connected, Intelligent and…

BROMONT, CANADA, November 2015 — Cogiscan Inc. and JUKI have been awarded a joint…

An interview with Bob Black, President & CEO of Juki Automation Systems. Cogiscan has…

BROMONT, CANADA, November 2015 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions…

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Varitron Renews Corporate Agreement with CogiscanBROMONT, CANADA, July 2015 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading…

Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC) solutions provider for the electronics…

BROMONT, CANADA, July 2015 —Cogiscan Inc., in partnership with its representative Horizon Sales, will…

BROMONT, CANADA, June 2015 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC)…

BROMONT, CANADA, May 2015 —Cogiscan Inc., in partnership with its representative Horizon Sales, will…

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Moderated by Scoop Communications Partner and Industry Journalist Philip Stoten (@philipstoten), this roundtable brings…

BROMONT, CANADA, March 2015 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading Track, Trace and Control (TTC)…

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BROMONT, CANADA - June 2014 - Storagesolutions, a division of ESSEGI SYSTEM SERVICE s.r.l., announces…

BROMONT, CANADA, June 2014 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions…

BROMONT, CANADA, July 2014 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions…

SALINE, MI ― May 2014 ― Saline Lectronics, Inc., a leading domestic contract manufacturer,…

BROMONT, CANADA, March 2014 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions…

BROMONT, CANADA, February 2014 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions…

ACD is a small but fast-growing EMS located in Texas. In this interview ACD’s…

BROMONT, CANADA ⎯ January 2014 ⎯ Cogiscan today announced the company’s 15-year anniversary. The…

BROMONT, CANADA ⎯ December 2013 ⎯ Cogiscan and Speedline Technologies today announced that the…

BROMONT, CANADA ― December 2013 ― Saline Lectronics, Inc., a leading domestic contract manufacturer,…

BROMONT, CANADA ⎯ November 2013 ⎯ Cogiscan today announced that it was awarded a…

BROMONT, CANADA, October 2013 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions…

BROMONT, CANADA – June 2013 – After several years of collaboration and joint development with Cogiscan,…

BROMONT, CANADA – April 2013 – Juki Automation Systems announces that it will exhibit…

BROMONT, CANADA – March 2013 – Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control (TTC) solution…

BROMONT, CANADA, March 2013 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions…

BROMONT, CANADA, March 2013 — Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions…

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BROMONT, CANADA – Sept 2012 – Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control solution…

BROMONT, CANADA – December 13th 2012 – Cogiscan, the leading provider of solutions for…

BROMONT, CANADA, OCTOBER 29, 2012 — Murata, a worldwide leader in ceramic passive components,…

RICHARDSON, TX ― October 2012 ― ACD, a leading supplier to the electronics…

BROMONT, CANADA – October 2012 – Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control solution…

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Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control solution provider for the electronics manufacturing industry,…

BROMONT, CANADA - February 2012 - Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control solution…

BROMONT, CANADA - Group Varitron Technologies, a leading EMS provider based in St-Hubert, Quebec,…

BROMONT, CANADA - November 2011 - Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control solutions…

BROMONT, CANADA - October 28, 2011 - Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control…

BROMONT, CANADA - Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the…

RICHARDSON, TX ― Cogiscan, a leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the…

PC Partner, a leading Hong Kong EMS company, expanded their Track, Trace and Control…

AsteelFlash Group Sets the Standard in Manufacturing Intelligence Company Partners with RedPrairie, Rockwell Automation…

Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing industry,…

System reduces costs and increases quality and customer satisfaction PC Partner, a leading Hong…

RENTON, WA -- Microscan, a global technology leader for track and trace solutions, announces…

Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing industry,…

"Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing industry,…

Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing industry,…

Cogiscan, the leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing industry,…

Microscan, a global technology leader focused on precision data acquisition and control solutions, in…

Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing…

Many segments of our industry are seriously affected by the global financial and economic…

Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing…

Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing…

New Automated Manufacturing Control System Patent to Further Reduce Human Interaction and Errors in…

Visit us at Productronica (A5.249) to find out more about our Smart Traceability solutions:…

New RFID-based Reel Detection System to Improve Traceability data and Reduce Errors in Line…

Cogiscan Inc., the leading track, trace and control solutions provider for the electronics manufacturing…

Visit us at Nepcon Shanghai, SMT Nuremberg and ElectronicAmericas to find out more about…

During the upcoming Nepcon Shanghai (April 24-27), Cogiscan and Fuji Machine Mfg. Co. Ltd.…

Cogiscan, in collaboration with leading equipment providers, is pleased to announce the launch of…

Panasonic Factory Solutions Company of America and Cogiscan are pleased to announce their new…

Bromont, Canada – Cogiscan is pleased to announce the hiring of Andy Lee as…

Cogiscan Awarded Patent for Automated Manufacturing Control System (August 22, 2006) Cogiscan Inc. was…

November 13, 2006 Cogiscan hires European Sales Manager Bromont, Canada – Cogiscan is pleased…

Visit us and discover our Smart Traceability solutions: cost-effective, modular and scalable. Cogiscan demonstrate…

Cogiscan will be exhibiting RFID Smart Feeder retrofit kit and will also demonstrate its…

May 29, 2006. Cogiscan, Bromont (Quebec), Canada Cogiscan is pleased to announce the beginning…

Cogiscan will be exhibiting traceability solutions at ATE Chicago 2006 , booth #6039, from…

Cogiscan will be exhibiting RFID Smart Feeder retrofit kit and will also demonstrate its…

Fuji Machine Mfg. Co., Ltd. and Cogiscan are pleased to announce the start of…

Cogiscan and Juki Automation Systems have teamed to announce that they have been awarded…

SchmidtRFID partners with Cogiscan to offer RFID solutions for electronics manufacturers in Asia February…

Cogiscan will be exhibiting RFID Smart Feeder retrofit kits for Siemens, Fuji and Juki equipment…

AGS Pte Ltd, Singapour and Cogiscan, Bromont, Canada AGS Pte Ltd and Cogiscan are…

Cogiscan is pleased to announce the introduction of a new RFID Smart Feeder retrofit…

"Hover-Davis, Inc., Rochester (NY), USA and Cogiscan, Bromont (Quebec), Canada Hover-Davis and Cogiscan are…

Cogiscan is pleased to announce the introduction of a revolutionary concept in offline feeder…

September 21st, 2005. Hover-Davis, Inc., Rochester, NY and Cogiscan, Bromont (Quebec), Canada Hover-Davis and…

Bromont, Canada, September 21st, 2005 – Juki Automation Systems, serving the Americas, and Cogiscan…

Samsung Electronics Computer Co. is announcing a strategic investment to expand their existing Cogiscan…

"C-MAC Microcircuits in Sherbrooke, Quebec has completed the first phase of implementation of the…

"Cogiscan introduces a revolutionary concept in feeder setup validation. This system is robust and…

Positron Technologies Inc. in Montreal, Quebec has selected Cogiscan to implement a complete system…

Juki Automation Systems Europe signed an OEM re-selling agreement with Cogiscan to integrate RFID…