Quik-Tool

Quik-Tool is a fixture / accessory designed to simplify and speed up setup tasks in SMT / assembly processes — for example aiding alignment, securing boards or tools, or quickly changing tooling.

It works with standard fixture interfaces (e.g. pick-and-place, stencil printers, mounting tools) and is typically compatible with Yamaha, Samsung, or major pick and place vendors.

By reducing manual clamping, alignment, or tool changes, Quik-Tool can cut setup / changeover time for compatible processes by an estimated 30–50% (actual saving depends on current workflow).

Quik-Tool can typically handle boards/components up to (example) ~300 × 400 mm, and component tools up to certain weights (e.g. 500 g) — exact limits depend on the specific model.

It’s built from anodised aluminium and hardened steel parts in high-wear areas, designed for long-term use, frequent clamping/unclamping, and durability in production environments.

Yes — it usually includes modular clamps or fixtures, adjustable stops or guides, and mounting slots so it can be reconfigured for different board sizes or component positions.

Typical footprints might be in the range of ~200-400 mm in width/depth, weighing a few kilograms. Mounting may require a standard fixture plate or table slot; some versions are magnetic or use bolt-down clamps.

Quik-Tool doesn’t sacrifice speed—it’s designed specifically for fast, repeatable changeovers. Unlike traditional magnetic support pins or slow mechanical setups, Quik-Tool automatically adjusts to each PCB, allowing near-instant support reconfiguration between jobs.

Advantages:

• Extremely fast setup — changeover in seconds, ideal for high-mix / low-volume production.
• Flexible and modular — add or remove support modules easily using OPTI-FLOW™ air technology without airflow recalibration.
• Clean and consistent — the isolated pin-locking mechanism prevents contamination and maintains precise support every cycle.

Considerations:

• It’s optimised for rapid manual or semi-automated SMT lines, so while it improves speed and versatility, it’s not a replacement for purpose-built robotic support systems on ultra-high-volume lines.

In short, Quik-Tool offers automation-level changeover speed with the flexibility and cost efficiency of a modular system, making it a preferred choice for agile PCB manufacturing.