IPC Apex Series, Day 2, Interview 14- Tim Kang

The D-Code Podcast

⚙️ “It’s not about CPH—it’s about what you get out the door.”
At IPC APEX 2025, we sat down with Tim Kang from Hanwha to talk about next-gen automation, and let’s just say—Hanwha isn’t playing catch-up… they’re setting the pace.
From dual-lane ovens that run lead and lead-free at the same time, to pick-and-place systems that run two independent jobs simultaneously—we’re seeing innovation that’s pushing the boundaries of what’s possible on the production floor.
🔧 Highlights from the convo:
Why CPH is overrated and output-per-day is what really matters
Hanwha’s dual-lane reflow oven with independent thermal chambers—run two profiles, two speeds, no cross-contamination
A dual job pick-and-place platform that supports multiple conveyor lengths and setups running at once
How cart-based feeder systems reduce changeover and operator strain
Why North American CMs need high-mix, low-volume friendly systems—not just speed
How Hanwha engages with customers post-sale to fine-tune performance and drive continuous improvement
It’s not just about selling machines—it’s about engineering solutions that actually fit the real-life factory floor.
Big shoutout to Tim and the entire Hanwha team for supporting The D Code Podcast and for continuing to bring disruptive innovation to the SMT world.