GEN3 Announces Exclusive Global Distribution Partnership with RAS for HATS2™ Test System

GEN3 Announces Exclusive Global Distribution Partnership with RAS for HATS2™ Test System
21 November 2024

GEN3 is pleased to announce exclusive partnership with Reliability Assessment Solutions Inc (RAS), a leader in advanced reliability testing solutions, the company partnered with RAS bringing the HATS²™ (Highly Accelerated Thermal Shock) Test System to the global electronics market via their global distribution network. Developed by RAS, HATS²™ is designed for Convection Reflow Assembly Simulation and Thermal Shock/Cycling, offering precise reliability and robustness evaluation of PCB (Printed Circuit Board) and substrate via structures, including plated through-holes (PTHs).

The HATS²™ system is a cutting-edge solution that enables manufacturers to perform rigorous thermal shock testing on PCBs and Substrates, replicating real-world thermal cycling conditions to identify potential weaknesses and ensure the structural integrity of assemblies under high-stress environments. With its unique capabilities, HATS²™ is instrumental in enhancing quality control and durability testing, allowing manufacturers to meet and exceed industry standards.

GEN3, known for our expertise in distributing advanced electronic testing equipment, will now be the primary Global resource for companies interested in HATS²™. This partnership combines RAS’s innovative technology with GEN3’s strong network and commitment to quality, making HATS²™ accessible to manufacturers Worldwide.

“I’m thrilled to share that we’re partnering with Reliability Assessment Solutions Inc & Bob Neves, who we have worked with for many years, to add their innovative HATS²™ equipment to our portfolio of electronics reliability assurance equipment. This collaboration is a fantastic opportunity for us to enhance our offerings and better serve our customers' needs. By integrating this technology, we’re not just expanding our portfolio—we’re empowering our clients with even more reliable tools to tackle their challenges. I’m excited about what this means for our future and can’t wait to see the positive impact it will have!” Andrew Naisbitt – GEN3 CEO.

“I have worked with the GEN3 team for many years and have used their Insulation Test Systems in my other businesses. I am excited to add the HATS²™ Via Structure/PTH Reliability and Robustness Test System to GEN3’s portfolio of products. The addition of the HATS²™ System to the GEN3 offerings adds Interconnection Reliability & Robustness Testing to their impressive array of Solderability, Cleanliness and Insulation System Test Equipment that they furnish the electronics industry, providing local sales, service & supplies to their customers.” Bob Neves – Chairman RAS Inc.

For more information on the HATS2™ system or to learn how this partnership could support your business’s quality and reliability initiatives, please contact GEN3 directly. 

For more information contact the GEN3 Sales Team