ALTER – Long-Term Storage of EEE parts Services

ALTER – Long-Term Storage of EEE parts Services

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Alter Technology perform proper storage of EEE parts surplus according to MIL and ESA procedures relevant to managing the storage process and their associated tasks.

For reference, see :

  • ESCC 24900: “Minimum requirements for controlling environmental contamination of components”.
  • ESCC 20600: “Preservation, packaging and dispatch of ESCC electronic components “.
  • IEC 61340-5-1: Electrostatics – Protection of electronic devices from electrostatic phenomena –
  • MIL-MIL-PRF-81705: Barrier Materials, Flexible, Electrostatic Discharge Protective, Heat-sealable, etc.
  • MIL-STD-19491: “Packaging of Semiconductor Devices”.
  • MIL-STD-39028: “Packaging of Capacitors”.
  • MIL-STD-55330: “Packaging of Connectors, Electrical and Fiber Optic”.
  • ECSS-Q-ST-60: “EEE Components”.
  • ECSS-Q-ST-60-14: Relifing Procedure – EEE Components”.
  • ECSS-Q-ST-70-01: “Cleanliness and Contamination Control”.
  • ECSS-Q-ST-70-20: “Determination of the Susceptibility of Silver-plated Copper Wire and Cable to “Red-plague” Corrosion”.

 

Long term storage, affecting factors:

 

EEE components selection

  • Screening and quality level: commercial, industrial, MIL (QML V, QML Q, Y, S,…, 883), ESCC.
  • Qualification level: qualified, non-qualified, EPPL, automotive, …
  • LAT / QCI level
  • Maximum age (date code restrictions)
  • Package type, lead material,…
  • Obsolescence
  • Experience: preferred manufacturers, models, specialized testing …

Device packaging and identification

We must use the right materials and processes to pack and re-pack the lots and prepare the kits in the most suitable way to support the next operation step: long-term storage, delivery, assembly, etc.

The packing must consider the available procedures, for example, IEC 61340, MIL-B-81705….It is needed to have available techniques to cover the spread range of components types: trays, bars, tape & reel, preformed boxes, MBB bags, vacuum and N2 purge sealing,…

Long-term storage services:

Alter Technology warehouse management and control system (WMS)  features:

  • Controlled environment according to ESD requirements of IEC 61340-5-1:2016
    • Temperature
    • Humidity
    • Smoke and fire detection plus the extinguishing system
    • Access control and security systems
    • ESD store management: floor, table, ground connections, conductive or static dissipative materials use,…
    • Special storage conditions: dry cabinet…
  • Housekeeping rigorous procedures, etc..
  • Items are packaged into Static Shielding Bags or Moisture Barrier Bags
  • Controlled conditions of temperature (+22°C ± 3°C) and relative humidity (55% ± 10% RH)
  • EAN 128 BarCode codification

Shuttle Store System (SSS)

Moving up to 15.000 lots/year, the SSS is equipped with the latest Technology on inventory management:

  • Labelling and full-traceability
  • Integration with ERP-SAP
  • Restricted user profiles
  • User record
  • Touch screen and video controls
  • Text-to-speech technology
  • Motorized vertical shuttles
  • The SSS features a Kardex system and offers more than 110 m2 and up to 12 meters for the storage of fast-moving items.

 

Nitrogen Desiccator Cabins (NDC)

  • Cabins are optimal for the storage of moisture-sensitive devices, such as PEMs, dice and wafers
  • RH <10%
  • Controlled temperature conditions
  • Seven desiccator cabins featuring Terra Universal purge and Nitrowatch systems, and connected to an on-site N2 generator with an auto-refillable cylinder are available for the storage of fast-moving items.

 

Long-term Storing Area (LTS)

A large area of 200m2 is available.

  • All systems are electrically grounded, and the containers are made of conductive material, allowing a safe storing process.
  • The inventory system is connected to the ERP, and the restricted access to the facilities guarantees secure storage.

Full traceability, labelling & storage

 

Alter Technology offers an extension of your storage facilities with a reliable customized labelling service, real-time monitoring of the components, and full access to the document management system through the user area.

Additional services such as regular reviews, obsolescence control, relifing tests, license retransfer, and express delivery are also available upon request.

 

Read more on: https://semiconductor.altertechnology.com/

Contacts

ITALY Agent : DANILO LAUTA

ALTER Technology

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