Precise assembly, testing, and joining technology for electronics manufacturing

Industries

From connectors and sensors to power electronics and battery systems – electronics manufacturing requires precise and reliable production processes. TOX® supports companies in the electronics industry with assembly, testing, and joining technologies that meet the highest quality standards and ensure maximum process reliability. Intelligent process monitoring and seamless data acquisition lay the foundation for efficient, automated, and future-proof production.

Challenges in electronics manufacturing

Electronics manufacturing is characterized by ever-smaller components, increasing product variety, and the highest demands on quality and process reliability. At the same time, shorter product life cycles and the desire for complete traceability are increasing the pressure on production processes to operate efficiently, flexibly, and reliably.

TOX® supports companies in the electronics industry with precise assembly, testing, and joining technology for demanding manufacturing tasks. Intelligent drive systems, integrated process monitoring, and seamless collection of production data lay the foundation for stable processes, the highest product quality, and continuous optimization of electronics manufacturing.

Typical challenges include:

  • high precision for small components

  • 100% quality control and traceability

  • flexible production of small and large series

  • short cycle times with high process reliability

  • ESD- and cleanroom-compatible manufacturing systems

  • integration into digital production environments and Industry 4.0 concepts

The right solution for your application

Assembly and Joining Technology

Precise connections for electronic assemblies

Quality Control and Process Monitoring

Process reliability through intelligent data acquisition

Clinching and eClinching

Joining conductive materials without additional elements using cold joining processes

Assembly and joining technology – precise connections for electronic assemblies

The press-fitting of connectors, contacts, and pins is one of the core manufacturing processes in the electronics industry. Press-fit technology, in particular, enables solder-free, process-reliable, and permanently dependable connections for printed circuit boards, sensors, control units, control systems, and power electronics. To ensure consistently high quality, precise insertion forces, reproducible processes, and seamless process monitoring are crucial.

With TOX® servo presses and joining systems, manufacturers can implement high-precision insertion and press-fit processes for both small and large production runs. These solutions are suitable for assembling a wide variety of electronic components and assemblies—from connectors and printed circuit boards to components for control and regulation systems. The integrated force-displacement monitoring system records and documents relevant process parameters in real time, thereby supporting process reliability, traceability, and high quality standards.

  1. Assembly of electronic subassemblies

  2. Press-fitting connectors into printed circuit boards

  3. Crimping electrical contacts and wires

  4. Press-fitting contacts, pins, and sockets

  5. Quality control and process monitoring of electronic assemblies

  6. Assembly of relays and switching components

Practical examples from assembly and joining technology

Electronics assembly requires the highest precision and reliability to ensure the quality of electronic assemblies. This is particularly true for control units and control systems, in which numerous electronic and electromechanical components must be reliably connected to one another. Efficient joining technology enables reliable and reproducible assembly processes. TOX® helps companies design joining processes that are reliable, reproducible, and efficient – from individual components to complex assemblies and control systems. This results in durable joints, stable manufacturing processes, and consistently high product quality.

Printed circuit boards
Inserting sockets, chip assembly, and bonding with a TOX® press system with TOX® ElectricDrive

Wafer manufacturing
Bonding of silicon and sapphire wafers with the TOX® ElectricDrive

Cutting electrodes

Cutting anodes and cathodes with the TOX® FinePress

Joining printed circuit boards
Joining printed circuit boards and flexible printed circuit boards with the TOX® ElectricDrive

Your benefits

With TOX® assembly and joining solutions, you benefit from maximum precision, reproducible processes, and consistently high joint quality. Whether for press-fit connections, the assembly of electronic modules, or the production of control units and control systems: Intelligent drive technology and integrated process monitoring increase process reliability, reduce scrap, and lay the foundation for efficient and cost-effective electronics manufacturing.

Quality control and process monitoring – process reliability through intelligent data acquisition

In the electronics industry, maximum process reliability, zero-defect strategies, and seamless traceability are crucial prerequisites for consistently high product quality. Even the slightest deviations during press-fitting, joining, or assembly can compromise the function and reliability of electronic components. Intelligent quality control and process monitoring help detect process deviations early on, reduce scrap, and sustainably optimize manufacturing processes.

With TOX® process monitoring solutions, force, displacement, and process data are recorded, analyzed, and documented in real time. Thanks to intelligent inflection point detection, critical process events can be reliably identified and evaluated. Process monitoring is already integrated into TOX® ElectricDrive systems and can also be flexibly combined with third-party systems. This results in transparent manufacturing processes, maximum process reliability, and reliable traceability for modern electronics manufacturing.

  1. Quality control of crimp connections

  2. Force-displacement monitoring during press-fit

  3. Inflection point detection during press-fit

  4. 100% inspection of assembly processes

  5. Inline quality control in automated production lines

  6. Documentation of all process data

Practical examples from quality control and process monitoring

Reliable quality control is crucial for the manufacture of high-quality electronic products. TOX® helps companies monitor and document critical process parameters to detect deviations early on and ensure consistently high manufacturing quality.

Press-fit and joining processes
Force-displacement monitoring with TOX® process monitoring

Press-fit processes
Quality control of press-fit joints with TOX® process monitoring

Electronic assemblies
Quality control during the assembly of electronic assemblies with TOX® process monitoring

Your benefits

With solutions from TOX®, you can monitor your manufacturing processes in real time and achieve maximum transparency throughout the entire production process. The intelligent collection and analysis of process data enables early error detection, supports traceability, and ensures consistently high product quality. This helps you reduce scrap, increase process reliability, and lay the foundation for continuous optimization of your electronics manufacturing.

Der ultraschnelle Servoantrieb TOX® ElectricDrive Core EXe-F

PRECISION FOR DEMANDING JOINING PROCESSES

The TOX® ElectricDrive Core combines high positioning accuracy with freely programmable motion profiles for precise assembly and joining tasks in electronics manufacturing. Integrated force and position monitoring enables processes to be reliably controlled, documented, and optimized. Its compact design and easy integration make the system the ideal solution for automated production lines and demanding electronics applications.

COMPACT SERVO PRESS FOR FLEXIBLE ASSEMBLY TASKS

The TOX® FlexPress Compact combines a servo press, controller, and process monitoring in a single compact unit. It is particularly well-suited for assembly, testing, and joining processes involving electronic assemblies, connectors, and sensitive components. Thanks to intuitive operation, high repeatability, and integrated quality control, it enables efficient production processes with maximum process reliability.

TOX® Prozessüberwachung

TRANSPARENT PROCESSES THROUGH INTELLIGENT DATA COLLECTION

TOX® process monitoring collects and analyzes relevant production data in real time, thereby laying the foundation for reliable quality control. Force, displacement, and process data are comprehensively documented, enabling early detection of deviations and full traceability. By integrating into existing production environments, the system helps companies increase process reliability and sustainably improve the efficiency of their electronics manufacturing.

Engineering partnership for stable production processes

As an engineering partner, TOX® supports projects from the initial analysis through to integration into series production:

  1. Assessment of material, geometry, and load requirements

  2. Feasibility analysis and testing

  3. Design of the tooling and press systems

  4. Integration into existing or new production lines

  5. Validation and process monitoring

Our aim is not merely to join two components, but to develop a robust, cost-effective and scalable overall process.

Are you planning a project in the field of electronics manufacturing?

Are you planning a project in the field of electronics manufacturing?

Have your component evaluated or schedule an engineering consultation with our experts.

Frequently asked questions about electronics manufacturing

What technologies are used in electronics manufacturing?
How can quality be ensured in electronics manufacturing?
What is press-fit technology?
What are the benefits of process monitoring in electronics manufacturing?
Which electronic components can be processed with TOX® products?
Why are servo presses particularly well-suited for electronics manufacturing?
What role does traceability play in the electronics industry?

Smart technologies for maximum process reliability

Technologies in the electronics industry

eClinching

Electrically conductive joining of heating components

Press-fitting

Press-fitting electronic components onto circuit boards

Clinching

Joining housing parts

Punching

Trimming flash from circuit boards or printed circuit boards in semiconductor manufacturing

Assembly

Assembling small electronic components using the FlexPress Compact

Crimping

Precision crimping of electrical contacts for implantable medical devices