Accutronics Invests in Further Solder Training

As part of Accutronics’ policy of continuous improvement, we have recently undertaken a training programme to further develop the skills required for successful lead-free soldering.


Working with Michele Robinson, a Certified IPC Trainer from the Faculty of Technology and Enterprise and Newcastle-under-Lyme College, Accutronics’ Production Operators, Quality Department and Battery Technician each undertook a days bespoke training covering the following key areas:

• Principles in lead free soldering theory
• Lead free soldering techniques
• Correct soldering tip selection and temperature
• Tinning of stranded wires
• Re-work using braid
• Rework of through hole components using Pace soldering and rework station.
• Fuse soldering with heat sinks

"With more than 80% of our batteries now containing electronics it is vital that our operators receive the latest training to ensure our product quality remains high" said Gareth Hancox, Engineering and Production Manager. "The feedback we have received from our operators is that the training was useful, interesting and beneficial".


I am pleased to say that everybody who attended the course completed it successfully, and certificates have been awarded to acknowledge this.


Neil