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Robotic Vision Systems, Inc. Introduces High-Performance Tape-and-Reel System


DT-8800 Tape-and-Reel System provides safe, high-speed inspection and packaging technology

CANTON, Mass., Jul 15, 2002 /PRNewswire-FirstCall via COMTEX/ -- Robotic Vision Systems, Inc. (RVSI) (Nasdaq: ROBV) today announced the DT- 8800, a tape-and-reel system that provides semiconductor manufacturers with the safest, high-speed inspection and packaging of SOIC, SSOP, TSSOP, and similar part types of SMDs into tubes or carrier tape. Each system is dedicated to a single part type and designed with RVSI's Drop Point(TM) technology to ensure there is no post-inspection contact between parts, reducing jams and skewed devices. The DT-8800 processes up to 14,000 devices per hour without any risk of part damage, resulting in a significantly increased throughput and lessened need for operator intervention.
The DT-8800 features Drop-Point technology that eliminates damaged or misaligned parts caused by torsional movements found on most pick-and-place systems. The Drop-Point mechanism utilizes a gravity arm that moves devices in one direction to provide the most accurate, safe positioning into the carrier tape. The integration of Drop-Point technology makes the DT-8800 ideal for handling fragile devices such as leaded components.

RVSI's AVS enhanced vision system provides the DT-8800 with comprehensive inspection capabilities. The AVS vision system uses a high-resolution digital CCD camera, telecentric lens and advanced lighting techniques to provide a distortion-free image. It inspects for mark quality and device orientation, as well as 3-D measurement of lead coplanarity, terminal dimension, true position span and spread error, pitch, width, and standoff. Precise, repeatable 3-D inspection occurs at maximum production speeds, ensuring unparalleled quality and enhanced throughput.

The DT-8800 employs a simple design using only the highest-quality components to ensure easy deployment and greater uptime. It's high speed and ability to safely handle fragile components makes the DT-8800 the superior tape-and-reel system for demanding manufacturing environments.

About RVSI

Robotic Vision Systems, Inc. (RVSI) has the most comprehensive line of machine vision systems available today. Headquartered in Canton, Massachusetts, with offices worldwide, RVSI is the world leader in vision- based semiconductor inspection and media transfer equipment. Using leading- edge technology, RVSI joins vision-enabled process equipment, high-performance optics, lighting, and advanced hardware and software to assure product quality, identify and track parts, control manufacturing processes, and ultimately enhance profits for companies worldwide. Currently serving the semiconductor, electronics, automotive, aerospace, pharmaceutical and packaging industries, RVSI holds approximately 100 patents in a broad range of technologies. For more information visit www.rvsi.com or call [phone]. Visit us at Semicon West 2002, San Jose, CA, booth # 11901.

Forward-Looking Statement

Except for the historical information herein, certain matters discussed in this release include forward-looking statements that may involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Actual results may vary significantly based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to: the historical cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry, risks in products and technology development, market acceptance of new products and continuing product demand, the impact of competitive products and pricing, changing economic conditions, both here and abroad, timely development and release of new products, strategic suppliers and customers, the effect of the company's accounting policies and other risk factors detailed in the Company's most recent registration statement, annual report on Form 10-K and 10K/A, and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.



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SOURCE Robotic Vision Systems, Inc. (RVSI)


CONTACT: Neal H. Sanders for Robotic Vision Systems, Inc., +1-781-302-
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URL: http://www.rvsi.com
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