Facility
Advanced Manufacturing Facility and Equipment Built for Reliability
From surface mount assembly and wave soldering to inspection, testing, and specialty processes, APE’s facility is equipped to support demanding PCB assembly programs with consistency and control.
Facility Overview
A Manufacturing Environment Designed for Quality and Throughput
APE’s Carol Stream, Illinois facility supports a broad range of PCB assembly and value-added manufacturing processes, giving customers a responsive U.S.-based partner with the equipment and process discipline needed for high-reliability work.
Sq. Ft. Facility
Dedicated manufacturing space in Carol Stream, Illinois.
Complete SMT Lines
Built to support precise placement and repeatable production.
Wave Solder Capability
Flexible support for thru-hole and mixed-technology assembly.
Quality Controls
Integrated processes that support performance and reliability.
Core Manufacturing Equipment
The Equipment and Processes Behind Every Build
APE’s facility supports PCB assembly from solder paste print and inspection through placement, reflow, wave soldering, testing, conformal coating, and final quality control.
Production Capabilities
Manufacturing Built Around Process and Control
Our facility supports a full range of PCB assembly processes, organized to ensure efficiency, consistency, and quality at every stage.
SMT Assembly
Solder paste printing, inspection, high-speed placement, and reflow across dual SMT lines.
Thru-Hole & Mixed Technology
Wave solder and mixed-technology assembly supporting both leaded and lead-free processes.
Inspection & Testing
AOI, functional testing, and in-circuit testing help verify product reliability and performance.
Selective Soldering
Precision soldering supports complex assemblies requiring controlled application and repeatability.
Conformal Coating
Automated coating processes help protect assemblies in demanding operating environments.
Quality Control
First article inspection and process validation are integrated throughout production.
Featured Equipment
Key Systems Supporting Production
APE’s facility is equipped to support assembly, inspection, specialty processes, and process control across a broad range of PCB builds.
Wave Solder Systems
Advanced wave solder capability supports consistent, high-quality thru-hole assembly for both leaded and lead-free processes.
Automated Optical Inspection
AOI systems support process control and inspection by helping identify placement and solder quality issues early.
Selective Soldering & Specialty Processes
Selective soldering, functional testing, in-circuit programming, and conformal coating add flexibility for complex and high-reliability assemblies.
Quality Standards
Built on Proven Industry Standards
APE’s manufacturing environment is supported by recognized standards, certifications, and process controls that reinforce product quality and customer confidence.
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Need a Manufacturing Partner with the Right Facility and Equipment?
APE combines modern manufacturing equipment, inspection capability, and quality-focused processes to support reliable PCB assembly from prototype through production.
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