Testing and Diagnostics
We believe that customers constantly strive to provide the most reliable product to their end user. To do this they often have to weigh up the value of in-house test of sub-contracted testing. The AWS Group are committed to allowing the customer to have the most rewarding relationship possible, we therefore offer a wide range of test facilities to suit each individual circumstance. We believe that testing by AWS not only takes away the worries and capital investment requirements from our clients, but also allows us to show commitment to customers by our investment in equipment and training.
AWS Group has extensively invested to enable both parties to develop the right balance of testing dependent upon complexity, style and value of each product.
Having carried out a test function, it is important that accurate records are kept to allow analysis to take place. This has the benefit of giving a true picture of the products reliability and often forms the foundation for future enhancements, concurrent engineering and new development. AWS actively encourages customers to benefit from this invaluable intelligence and share in the aim of continuous improvement.
In Circuit Test
- Full analogue and digital test techniques
- 2560 non-multiplexed channel capability with multiple logic capability
- Vectorless test techniques, FrameScan and DeltaScan
- Integrated BICT Boundary Scan
- On-board flash device programming
- Teradyne 18XX programme and fixture compatibility
- VXI card cage for integrated functional test
- Functional testing via VXI instruments
- Simulation or operation characteristics via custom integrated cards
- Agilent and GenRad test programme migration
Combination Testing
- Using the Teradyne spectrum for both ICT and functional test provides the maximum test coverage achievable
Manual Functional Testing
- Using various testing methods from PC driven switching, simulation and substitution we can create full functionality procedures
RF Testing
Cable harness testing
Safety Testing
- Ensuring compliance to the latest regulations governing your product
Design and Implementation of Total Test Solutions
- We will work with you to design, manufacture and implement testing unique to your products
Automated equipment relieves much of the pressure of repetitive, error prone work allowing inspection the freedom to concentrate on quality assurance. Whilst the AWS quality policy is ‘right first time', it is nonetheless important to validate the effectiveness of production controls through the use of batch and unit inspection schemes. In order to ensure the highest level of confidence in finished product, AWS Group use a range of sophisticated inspection systems including:
- Automatic Optical Inspection (AOI)
- Cable Harness Testing
- PCB Assembly Test Systems
Automated inspection systems leverage our production facilities, providing the following benefits:
- Increased line utilisation
- Savings on manual inspection
- Savings on repair costs
- Fast programming time
- Reduction in product failures through better product quality
- Automated control over manufacturing processes