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Nordson Test & Inspection, a global leader in test, inspection and metrology solutions for semiconductor and SMT markets, has announced the opening of a brand-new, purpose-built Center of Excellence in Phoenix, Arizona. Comprising Nordson’s best in-class precision technologies, the multi-functional building will serve as a state-of-the-art showroom and demonstration facility for customers. It will also operate as a dedicated, training and testing facility.
Featuring a wide array of Nordson Test & Inspection’s industry-leading technology solutions, the new Center of Excellence is designed to foster collaboration and facilitate knowledge sharing by connecting Nordson’s product and technology experts with a range of visitors, including customers, partners, industry experts and media.
Mayor of Phoenix, Kate Gallego, said: “We are delighted to welcome Nordson to Phoenix. We are home to one of the fastest-growing technology ecosystems in the world, and Nordson will be a great part of it. It was a pleasure to learn more about the company’s incredible technology, and we know Nordson will be a key part of our ecosystem. We are so glad to see the company investing in our beautiful South Mountain area and wish the team incredible success.”
“Our dedicated new facility comprises the broadest, best-in-class portfolio of inspection and metrology solutions for semiconductor and electronics assembly manufacturing,” said Madhukar Keer, Vice President of Optical Sensors & Metrology Division, “We are excited that our visitors can explore cutting-edge technologies, connect with experts, and discover how Nordson is shaping the future of inspection and metrology.”
"Our Center of Excellence provides customers with the opportunity to see, evaluate and validate advanced inspection technologies for their applications, helping them make informed and confident investment decisions. The ability to evaluate solutions through these full demonstrations is essential for customers to understand how we can help them improve yields, processes and productivity,” said Brian Dodier, Vice President of X-Ray & Test Division.
Reflecting its position as a hub for learning, the new complex will operate as a specialized training and testing center where Nordson will provide educational sessions on both new and existing solutions. Among the suite of flagship systems installed at the center are the SQ7000+, SQ5000Pro, SQ3000M2 and FX-940UV Optical systems, Quadra7Pro, Quadra5Pro Manual X-Ray systems, X3 and XS Automated X-Ray systems, 4800 Integra Bond Tester and Gen 7 Acoustic system. The wireless, real-time WaferSense semiconductor metrology sensors, designed for semiconductor tool set-up and maintenance are also available to experience.
Visitors will also see first-hand how Nordson continues to advance AI, DL and ML capabilities under the Nordson Intelligence ecosystem across technology platforms.
The Phoenix facility forms part of Nordson’s continued investment in expanding access to its technologies, expertise and customer-support capabilities globally.
Already fully equipped and operational, the new Nordson Test & Inspection Center of Excellence is located at 4405 East Baseline Road, Suite 121, Phoenix, AZ.
