BEST has upgraded its on-line recertification program to include this new "D" revision. Now you have the flexibility to have CIS (operator level) or CIT (instructor level) recertifications at a time convenient for you! This is a cost- effective way to have your certifications completed when you want and not just when the instructor or classroom is available.

To find out more about this on-line recertification testing call (847) 797-9250

When you don't have the the equipment or space available for solder training, the BEST Mobile Training Center can come to you. From the tip of New York to the southern end of Texas the MTC, led by BESTs' professional instructor core, has trained hundreds of solder technicians. It is the best of both worlds as the students can be back in their own beds in the evening after being exposed to the latest in soldering techniques and equipment without having to spend time and money on travel.

The BEST Mobile Training Center offers each student over 6 sq. ft. of workspace, state-of-the-art soldering equipment, large LCD panels for reviewing magnified instructor demonstrations, stereo zoom microscopes and a sound system to easily hear the instructor.

In the meantime if you have questions regarding any of our BGA services including removal and replacement, X-RAY imaging, endoscopic inspection or reballing........ We invite you to call Laura at (847) 797-9250.

• Impact of lead-free materials on the wave soldering process • Reliability concerns, assembly acceptance criteria, cosmetics • Flux specifications, VOC vs. water-based, clean vs. no-clean fluxes • Elements of machine set-up for lead-free wave soldering • Fluxer requirements, pre-heat configuration for water-based fluxes • Benefits and indicators for the use of Nitrogen • Lead-free impact on the solder pot, changing over to lead-free • On-going monitoring, controlling solder-pot copper levels • Build-up and handling of dross, solder pot lead contamination • Common defects and indicators, and process adjustments required

This course is available as either a CD for stand alone or LAN-based learning or as an on-line, self- paced class. Call Katy Radcliff at (847) 797-9250 to learn more or to find out about other solder training programs.