Ex¹ is a desktop 3D printer of print circuit boards. Uses a two-part printing process based on inkjet technology to deposit two different chemicals, one on top of the other. Resulting chemical action leaves a trace made out of silver that is reportedly flexible and conductive. Is capable of printing on wood, paper, kapton tape, glass, fr4, and fabric.

Cartesian Co., www.cartesianco.com

Vertrel Sion cleaner is for vapor degreasing of electronics and other surfaces. Complies with REACH, F-gas regulations, and other environmental regulations. Is classified as a hydrofluorolefin (HFO) solvent; is nonflammable and ozone-safe. Reportedly does not require acid testing, stabilizer maintenance or solvent monitoring. Does not contain surfactants. Cleans blind vias and flushes underneath BGAs.

DuPont, www.dupont.com

RP800+XT Series photoplotters have a unique design for a large exposure area.

PallaBond direct palladium surface finish process, with optional gold layer, permits direct deposition of palladium on copper, without using nickel. Is suitable for key press, high-frequency, flexible PCB gold, aluminum and copper wire-bonding applications. Is said to provide superior solder joint strength for lead-free and eutectic SnPb solder and is compatible with many new base materials and soldermask types. Operates at a thickness of less than 300nm, for fine lines and spaces. Is free of thiourea, lead and nickel.

Atotech, www.atotech.com