Industry Terms

Common Industry Terms

AI Technology
Refers to the replication of human intelligence in machines that are programmed to think like humans and copy their actions.

Component Counting
Inventory auditing procedure.

MES
A manufacturing execution system (MES) is an information system that connects, monitors and controls multifaceted manufacturing systems and data flows.

Inventory Control System
A system the encompasses all facets of managing a company's inventories.

Parallax Distortion
An apparent change in the position of an object resulting from a change in position of the observer.

PCB Rework Solutions
The term for the refinishing operation or repair of an electronic printed circuit board (PCB) assembly.

Resistor Network
A combination of several resistors that are organized into a pattern.

ROI
Return on Investment (ROI) is a performance measure used to evaluate the efficiency or profitability of an investment

X-ray Cabinet
A system that contains an x-ray tube installed within a shielded enclosure.

X-ray Component Counter
A machine designed to increase productivity