Matric Group Becomes the First U.S. Manufacturer to Deploy Panasonic NPM-GH Dual Lane SMT Technology

Seneca, Pa. — Matric Group has made a major investment in advanced dual-lane surface-mount technology (SMT) manufacturing at its Seneca, Pennsylvania headquarters, expanding domestic capacity for high-reliability, high-mix electronics production.

The Panasonic NPM-GH platform anchors Matric Group’s dual-lane SMT line, delivering high-speed, high-accuracy placement with advanced vision alignment. Integrated EKRA screen printing, Koh Young inspection, and YJLink automation support closed- loop process control and smooth, reliable material flow across the line.

Another key component of the line is the Heller’s vacuum reflow oven, which reduces voiding and enhances solder quality —advantages for aerospace and defense, industrial controls, medical technologies, energy systems, and transportation applications.

The expansion reinforces Matric Group’s continued investment in U.S.-based manufacturing in Pennsylvania, while supporting customers across the full product lifecycle through engineering, PCB assembly, cable and harness assembly, box builds, and aftermarket services.

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