BPM News and Updates
BPM API Delivers Quality and Traceability
BPWin API is a breakthrough in programming equipment connectivity, that digitizes the information being generated throughout your device programming operations, and makes it available where, when, and how you need it.
BPM Releases Support For NXP Industrial/Automotive MCU
NXP MC9S12DJ64CFU is designed for (Automotive) Motorcycle Engine Control Unit (ECU) and Small Engine Control, (Industrial) Anesthesia Unit Monitor, Electricity Grid and Distribution, Gas Meter, Home Health Gateway, Powered Patient Beds, Smart Power Socket and Light Switch & Water Meter; Among our major competitors, only BPM supports this device currently.
BPM Releases Support For Renesas Automotive Microcontroller
Renesas R7F7015433AFP-C for Automotive Electrical Body Applications is one group of single-chip microcontrollers in the RH850/F1x series which is designed for automotive electrical body applications. While it achieves low power consumption, the internal flash memory ranges from 768KB to 2MB and the package covers a wide range from 100 to 176 pins.
BPM releases support for Atmel High-Performance PLD
BPM has the only supported solution for the Atmel/Microchip PLD ATF16V8B-15SU-T. Atmel devices are particularly “challenging” to support, and no one has as many Atmel devices supported as BPM (currently 4781).
New HS400 Device Support for SanDisk, SK-Hynix
BPM Microsystems is pleased to announce new device support for SanDisk and Hynix eMMC devices with significantly faster HS400 protocol. SanDisk SDINBDG4-8G is an 8GB iNAND Flash Storage device primarily for connected and autonomous cars. Hynix Semiconductor H26M41208HPRQ is an 8GB eMMC device in a standard FBGA153 package.
Off-line vs In-System Programming
In-system programming (ISP) allows some devices to be programmed after it’s soldered on the PCB board. This allows firmware updates and small data uploads, integrating programming and final test into a single step.
Tape In/Tape Out Video
Tape-In The X-Stream Series Tape Feeder System is the reliable, precise automated tape input peripheral for the BPM Microsystems automated programming systems. The X-Stream Series offers a broad range of carrier tape sizes, from 8 to 56mm. Tightly coupled with BPWin™...
Offline Automated Programming vs Inline SMT Programming
A small segment of electronic manufacturing companies can use inline programming solutions effectively and economically, compared to off-line programming. A lack of flexibility, high cost, and the specter of obsolescence should raise questions about the long-term viability of Inline programming.
BPM Revenue and Profitability Increase in 2020, Positions for Continued Growth
In the year that will be forever remembered for a global pandemic and world-wide business shut-downs, BPM enjoyed a 300% year-over-year installation growth for automated programming systems; in addition, BPM experienced 269% year-over-year sales growth in Manual Programmer revenue.
US Patent: Object detection system (WhisperTeach™)
US Patent Approved 2/23/2021 An object detection system utilizes a teach cycle performed with an ingenious object detector that utilizes the pick-up nozzle. The height of the object is stored as the taught height to be used subsequently in repetitive operations by the...
Integrate your ERP to BPM Programmers with API
BPWin API is a breakthrough in programming equipment connectivity, that digitizes the information being generated throughout your device programming operations, and makes it available where, when, and how you need it.
Programmable Device Shortage Update
In an article published in Forbes on February 25, President Joe Biden signed "Executive Order on America’s Supply Chains" to address the global semiconductor chip shortage. Designed as a 100-day review of supply chain effectiveness, and citing that the United States...
Why There is a Global Programmable Device Shortage
When everything “closed,” Automakers canceled orders for parts and components that Automotive OEMs provide; this caused a cascade of cancellations that eventually made it back to the Semiconductor Manufacturers. While orders for automotive chips were cool, the demand for laptops, game consoles, and other consumer electronics became white-hot. Semiconductor manufacturers shifted production to high-demand inventory, and in many cases were at capacity.
Programmable Device Shortage Spreads to Consumer Electronics
No shutdowns reported in consumer electronics plants; Chip Shortage Demand driving up prices and lead-times
Programmable Device Shortage causes Auto Makers to Cut Output, Idle Plants
Canceled orders and lack of a backup plan leads to $61 Billion in losses so far in global programmable device shortage
BPWin 7.0.5 Release Notes
BPWin Highlights Releasing improvements to the new 3928 autohandler system. Improved the user interaction with the Teach Dialog so that it can be navigated with the arrow keys immediately after opening. Improved Pick and Place default settings for WhisperTeach...
Legacy Automated Programmers from BPM Microsystems
Hundreds Still Running Several hundred of our legacy Automated Programming Systems (defined as machines we no longer offer for sale) are still in operation; many 15 years and older. There may be some compelling reasons to upgrade (such as capacity issues, or slower...
Universal Device Programmers
Some solutions are more “universal” than others There are quite a few device programming solutions that describe themselves as “universal.” You would think everyone is using the term “universal” the same way. Think again. “Universal” as an adjective, means: “of,...
BPWin 8.0.2 Release Notes
BPWin Release Highlights Added a laser power/speed ratio limitation feature for laser markers using Prolase software. BPWin will determine whether the operator entered power/speed settings are within the "polygon accepted" values, preventing unacceptable settings....
Excitement Builds at IPC APEX EXPO 2024: BPM Microsystems demonstrates its 10th Gen Automated Programming Technology at Booth #2720!
As the sun rises over Anaheim, CA, the excitement among tech enthusiasts and industry professionals is building. Today marks the opening of IPC APEX EXPO 2024, North America’s largest expo dedicated to Electronic Manufacturing solutions, and we at BPM Microsystems are...
BPM Microsystems to Showcase the BPM310 Automated Programmer at IPC APEX 2024
BPM Microsystems, Inc. will display its 10th Generation programming technology platform and the BPM310 Automated Programming System at the IPC APEX Expo, starting January 24, 2023, in San Diego, California. The 10th Generation offers the industry’s fastest programming times for UFS, eMMC, Flash, and MCUs with twice as many sockets per site as its predecessor. The BPM310 offers a capacity of up to 48 sockets, automotive-level quality, and reliability in a small footprint.
About BPM Microsystems
BPM Microsystems is a global provider of device programming systems, test and measurement systems, factory integration software and solutions for the semiconductor and electronics industries. Founded in 1985, BPM Microsystems serves more than 2,000 programming centers, original equipment manufacturers, contract manufacturers and semiconductor manufacturers in over 49 countries.