BPM News and Updates
OEM Orders Second BPM Automated Programming System
BPM Microsystems announces the sale of another Automated Programming System to an Original Equipment Manufacturer. “This is fantastic news and an especially strong sale considering the economic backdrop right now,” says William White, founder and CEO of BPM...
Nga Nguyen, Electronic Rework Lead, Celebrates 25 Years at BPM
Nga Nguyen began working for BPM in July of 1997. She currently is the Lead Electronic Rework Assembler in BPM’s manufacturing plant. She solders at a high level of expertise, with exacting attention to detail, and comes up with innovative solutions for the various production teams.
Mike Dickens, Production Technician Lead, Celebrates 25 Years at BPM
If you’ve sent any BPM equipment back for calibration or repair, chances are, Mike Dickens was instrumental in bringing it back to spec. Mike came to work at BPM back in 1997 shortly after graduating from a local Houston College. He has long and varied experiences in the electronics manufacturing industry for over 27 years. Mike is currently the Lead Production Test Technician and Lead RMA Repair Tech at BPM Microsystems.
Chips and Science Act
The US legislature has passed the CHIPS and Science Act, providing $52 billion in subsidies for US semiconductor manufacturers. President Biden has committed to signing it into law. The bill authorizes $240,000,000,000 (240 billion) over several years for R&D and...
Device Programmers from BPM
BPM programmers offer high-performance device handling, advanced serialization, and quality control, meeting the highest programming and cybersecurity standards for automotive, aerospace, medical, industrial, and mobile device applications. BPM’s intelligently designed systems deliver the lowest programming cost per device.
Tier 1 Automotive Supplier Selects BPM Automated Programming System
BPM Microsystems is pleased to announce the sale of an Automated Programming System to an existing OEM customer. “This is fantastic news and an especially strong sale considering the economic backdrop right now,” says William White, founder, and CEO of BPM Microsystems.
BPWin 7.0.9 Release Notes
BPWin 7.0.9 is the latest major release for BPM’s Process Software, BPWin. 7.0.9 was released on July 8, 2022: Reduced time used for calculating auto range; Applied an extra integrity check process to linked data patterns before starting a job session; Applied a fix to the issue with the HS400 eMMC File Concatenate Wizard.
BPM Launches Sockets for Search and Order
BPM makes available over 4000 Sockets for purchase online We've expanded from popular sockets to just about all the sockets BPM has available (and adding weekly). You can use the search bar to sort through the list. If you click on the SKU, it will take you to the...
BPM Releases First-In-Family Support For STMicroelectronics Complex MCU STM32F479IIH7TR
First major programmer to support High-performance Arm Cortex-M4 core with DSP and FPU BPM is pleased to announce 9th Generation support for the STMicroelectronics STM32F479IIH7TR Complex MCU. BPM is the only company among our major competitors (Data I/O, DediProg,...
Digi-Key Marketplace– Buy BPM Products
You can purchase BPM Microsystems manual programmers on Digi-Key's Marketplace, including the newly back-in-stock 1710. Because of BPM's distributors, we're limiting purchases to contacts in the United States. Currently, BPM is offering its manual programmers and...
Guadalajara Technology Show 2022
Thanks to all the technicians, managers, and directors who took time out of their busy schedules to spend a few hours learning more about offline device programming. Also, special thanks to Jim Villalvazo, Director, Fernando Islas, Regional Sales Manager, and Sofia Soto, Marketing with Interlatin.
Security Solutions from BPM
BPM’s Security Solution for programming, BPM.NCRYPT, can utilize your existing HSM, secure server, or any other networked and offline data sources. BPM Microsystems can also provide a turn-key package that is flexible, scalable, and affordable.
35 Years of NAND Flash Memory
2022 marks the 35th anniversary of the invention of NAND flash memory. NOR Flash memory was invented by Dr. Fujio Masuoka while working for Toshiba in 1984. NOR-based flash has long erase and write times but has a full address/data (memory) interface that allows...
End Of Life For Legacy 3000 Series Automated Programming Systems
BPM Microsystems announces the end of life for legacy 3000 series Automated Programming Systems including the following models: 3610, 3710MK2, 3000FS, and 3800
Up-Time, Accuracy, and Waveforms
BPM ensures accuracy and repeatability for device programming In three main ways: Auto-teach, Vision Alignment, and Job Automation. All programming systems are highly repeatable– once they are set up, they will reliably repeat their program (even if it isn’t perfect). The trick is to start with a perfect setup, resulting in repeatable, reliable, and accurate yield.
Ease of Use
A huge roadblock in bringing your device programming in-house might be the prospect of staffing. Here are several questions to ask your Programming Equipment Supplier:
Does your system require an experienced technician…
BPWin 7.0.8 Release Notes
BPWin 7.0.8 is the latest major release for BPM’s Process Software, BPWin. 7.0.8 was released on February 8, 2022. Added support for the 3000 series fiber laser peripheral on the 3000 series automated programming systems. The fiber laser is capable of marking machine-readable QR codes and barcodes as well as alpha-numeric characters as small as 0.25mm in height.
Implemented code to prevent systems that have the Galil 1040 motion controller from erroneously querying the theta encoder when accessing the I/O Sensors GUI. This option is only supported with newer machines that use the Galil 4040.
How BPM Handles World-Wide Supply Chain Shortages
BPM took the supply chain crisis seriously, and early. In addition, there are some built-in factors that have helped weather this storm. Here’s a list of the main ways BPM has gotten ahead of supply chain shortages
Navigating the Regulatory Landscape of IoT Security: Considerations for Device Programming Professionals
In the age of interconnected devices, the significance of cybersecurity within the Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem has never been more paramount. As these devices permeate every aspect of our lives—from healthcare to automotive, home automation to industrial...
Revolutionizing Aerospace and Defense Support with BPM Microsystems’ Universal Programming Solutions
Introduction BPM Microsystems distinguishes itself in the aerospace and defense industries not just as a provider of programming solutions but as a partner in innovation and technological progression. The company's mission focuses on empowering the world's aerospace...
BPWin 8.0.1 Release Notes
(Scheduled for 02/13/2024 release) BPWin Highlights Improved 10th gen programmer site diagnostics to make the process faster and more efficient. Released a 3000 series Laser Calibration pattern for laser focus adjustments. This feature supports a well defined...
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.