Webpages concerning "Tools and Equipment"
Caltek Online Information: Sales, Services and Parts for the Printed Circuit Board Industry
- Keywords:
- Caltek, AOI, Moving Probes, Service Center, V206E, V206, V309, PC1450, PC1411, PC1490, PC1230, PC1122, PC1031, PC1132, PC1230, Flying Probes, 6D, QC, S6D, Verification Station, VS100, VRS1, VRS2, VRS3, B.B.T. Super 6, Series 6
http://www.caltekusa.com/
Ebso around the PCB Board.Your Partner for lead forming and special machines. Pick and Place,Soldering and SMD Equipment.
- Keywords:
- selectivsoldering, leadforming, pick and place, special machines, soldering, solder, solder-past, cutting, bending, kinking, Ebso, Ebsomat, SMD
http://www.ebso.com/
EKRA manufactures and sells screen printers for use with SMT, Hybrid, Wafer and Solar manufacturing equipment lines.
- Keywords:
- screen printers, electronic industry, electronic assembly, smt, hybrid, wafer, solar, ekra, ekra america, assembly line, pcb industry, pcb assembly
http://www.ekra-america.com/
IVAS Tech
- Keywords:
- ivastech, ivas, tech, machines, Pick&Place, PLM2000, PLM, VIS6400, SMT, PCB, SMD, TSM, place, system, linear, motor, pick, heat, sealing, automatic, automation, industrial, vision
http://www.ivastech.com
Manufacturer of low to medium volume SMT assembly systems, including pick and place equipment and lead free reflow soldering systems
- Keywords:
- stencil printers, pick and place, reflow, solder reflow ovens, SMT, SMD, screen printers, wave solder machines, lead forming, component counters, pick, &, place, equipment, pick, and, place, equipment, solder pots, thru-hole rework, pick & place, solder pots
http://www.apsgold.com/
A new dimension in SMD-technology
- Keywords:
- Mechatronic, Mechatronic systems GmbH, Regensburg, SMD, Surface Mount Dimension, SMD-pick and place, SMD-production engineering, SMD Automation, Printed Circuit board, Pick, and, Place, machine, PCB, SMT-Technology, Screenprinter, Dispensing machine, semiautomatic, production engineering, Reflowoven, preciplacer, feederblock, Gerberdata, pick and place, placement accuracy, inlinesystem, ...
http://www.mechatronic-systems.com
Reprint Ltd. Design, Manufacture and support of its own range of new innovative Screen Printing equipment, and the sale of fully Refurbished SMTech Screen Printers including parts and free technical support.
- Keywords:
- Screen printer, Stencil printer, Surface Mount, Reprint, Reprintservices, Reprint Ltd, SMTech, Sigmaprint, Dek, Speedline, Speedline MPM, MPM, Kistech, Ekra, Essemtec, Speedprint, Blakell, Europlacer, Milara, SMT, Contax, Fuji, Aurel, speedlinetechnologies, sigmaprinttechnologies, randdesign, speedline usa, ekra usa, printer parts usa, smtech parts usa, quad parts usa, smtech, printer, parts, ...
http://www.reprintservices.co.uk
Innovative manufacturer of low to high volume wave solder machines, selective soldering machines and solder reflow ovens
- Keywords:
- wave soldering, reflow solder, reflow ovens, selective soldering, PCB, solder reflowing, PCB assembly, wave soldering, thru-hole assembly, convection reflow, solder machines, Novastar, electronic production, heller, surface mount assembly
http://www.novastarinc.com/
Applied Optoelectronics, Inc develops advanced semiconductor diode lasers for CATV and telecommunications applications
- Keywords:
- 1310-nm, 1310nm, 1310 nm, DFB lasers, analog lasers, CATV, linear lasers, Fabry-Perot lasers, vertical, cavity, surface, emitting, lasers, WWDM, 10-Gigabit Ethernet LX-4, DWDM, dense, wavelength, division, multiplexing, 1.55, to, 1.65, micron, lasers, 1550 nm, Applied Optoelectronics Inc, AOI, III-V materials, MBE, molecular beam epitaxy, CDMA, WCDMA, PCS, WCDMA/PCS
http://ao-inc.com/
AUTOP is an experienced machinery designer and manufacturer.
Machinery for Radial Type Passive Components, SMD, Chip Components,
Axial Type Passive Components and Automation Systems
- Keywords:
- Machine, Electronic, Machinery, Automation, Vision, PC-Based, Servo, Control, Mechanical, Parts, Design, Manufacturing, Services
http://www.angelfire.com/mt2/autop/
Baker Technology-plating machines, metal finishing macnines, control systems, power supplies
- Keywords:
- plating, machines
automated, plating, machines
plating, equipment
pcb, plating
plating, lines
metal, finishing
barrel, plating
return, type
control, systems
rectifiers
pulse, plating
rail, rider
panel, plating
rack, plating
plating, systems
copper, plating
electroplating
gold, plating
nickel, plating
http://www.bakertech.com/
DIMA established in 1986 continues to offer state of the art developments pushing the boundaries of R&D, Striving for optimum performance, shorter production times, improved output and reduced costs. DIMA SMT Systems -to improve your productivity- Dima SMT uw partner voor smt
- Keywords:
- bga, board handling, chip, curing ovens, dispense, fine pitch, lead free, lotpaste, manufacturer, pick & place, pick and place, reflow, reflow oven, schablone, smd, smt, smt cms, smt training centre, soldercream, stencil, stencil printer, stencil printer, taping
http://www.dimasmt.nl/
Bienvenue sur le site MIMOT - Machines de placement CMS - the art of flexible manufacturing
- Keywords:
- MIMOT, SMD, SMT, pick, place, traceability, assembly systems, assembly line, assembly, placer, placement, Inline, Dispenser, dispens, board handling, board, feeder, flexibel, flexibility, modular, modularity, MIMOT, SMD, SMT, Bestücksystem, Rückverfolgbarkeit, Bestückungsautomaten, Bestückautomaten, Bestückung, bestücken, inline, Dispenser, dispensen, Leiterplatten, ...
http://www.mimot.com
NOVATEC is a research laboratory which developes new technologies for the Electronic assembly industry. Our technologies are used by all major electronic manufacturers in the world: varidot, proflow, direct ball placement, spider printer...
- Keywords:
- novatec, proflow, varidot, prooftag, proflex, spider stencil, spider printer, selective printing, wafer, bump, ball, solder, soldering, bumping, manufacturing, electronic, assembly, varidot, printing, assembly process, solder paste, dek, loctite, BGA, CSP, montauban, France, procédé, fabrication, électronique, sérigraphie sélective, rheometric pump, ...
http://www.novatec-eap.com
Manufacturer of precision process controls for specific gravity controlled feed and bleed or feed and feed chemistries such as ammoniacal etching and acid tin/solder stripping.
- Keywords:
- PWB, PCB, optrol, printed, wire, board, circuit, ammoniacal, etching, etchant, solder, tin, stripper, process, specific, gravity, flux, control, strip, minimum wage, manhood
http://www.optrol.com
Pcb Production at PCB Marking. Your source for Co2 laser engravers, engraving printed circuit boards, PCB assemblies and laser marking systems
- Keywords:
- pcb production, co2 laser engraver, engraving, printed, circuit, board, pcb assembly, laser marking system, pcb design, pcb layout, industrial laser system, laser marking pcb, pcb software, laser marking
http://www.pcbmarking.com
LPKF is a manufacturer of rapid PCB quickturn prototyping equipment, PCB milling machine and production systems SMT stencil lasers and AOI systems, for molded interconntect devices.
- Keywords:
- pcb quickturn, pcb milling machine, pcb milling system, pcb prototyping machine, pcb prototypes, pcb prototyping
http://www.lpkfusa.com
Plasma clean, plasma equipment, plasma systems, plasma machines, plasma etching, plasma desmear, plasma surface preparation,wire bonding, plasma desmear, teflon etching, plasma etching services, plasma etch equipment, "plasma etch", "plasma clean", pcb cleaning, printed circuit boards, reactive ion etch, mivro via, plasma technology, permahanate, BGA's, SMT's, surface treatment...
- Keywords:
- plasma cleaners, plasma systems, plasma equipment, plasma cleaning, plasma machines, plasma surface preparation, plasma desmear, plasma etch equipment, plasma etchers, plasma cleaner, surface preparation, plasma, teflon etching, plasma+etch+pcb, plasma applications, plasma surface treatment, plasma surface modification
http://www.plasmaetch.com
Sistemi di collaudo per prove di qualità, prestazioni e sicurezza per apparati elettrici, surge test, automazione. Testing equipment for quality, performance and safety tests on electric machines, surge test automation.
- Keywords:
- inspection, essai, prufung, prove laboratorio, laboratori, qualità, strumentazione, prufgerate, sicurezza, safety, surete, qualità, qualità, alimentatori, power supplì, surge tester, alternator tester, safety tester, coiltester, hipot tester, stator tester, rotor tester, motor tester, winding tester, collaudo statori, collaudo motori elettrici, collaudo alternatori, ...
http://www.risatti.it/
Silicon Bandwidth designs and develops high speed, high-density interconnect technologies that are strictly solutions-oriented.
- Keywords:
- advanced interconnect technology, signal integrity, high-speed interconnects, high density connectors, high-density interconnect, substrate technology, PCB technology, exo connector, eXo connector, cga, cluster grid array, welltech, high-speed electromagnetics
http://www.siliconbandwidth.com/
This site involves Surface Mount Technology for PCB assembly in electronics manufacturing. Resources include: Technology Forum, Equipment Market, Supplier Search, Career Center, Technical Papers.
- Keywords:
- smt, pcb, smd, surface mount technology, circuits, assembly, electronics
http://www.smtinline.com/
Speedline brands include: ACCEL, CAMALOT, MPM, and ELECTROVERT
- Keywords:
- Speedline technologies, Semiconductor manufacturing, ACCEL, CAMALOT, MPM, ELECTROVERT, Dispensing systems, Stencil printers, Reflow oven, MEMS manufacturing, Wafer bumping, Underfill, Dispensing systems, Lead, free, wave, solder
http://www.speedlinetechnologies.com/
Solutions for electronics assembly with surface mount technology equipment, manual and automated taping machines, lead trimmers, through-hole technology, handlers and custom equipment to fit any need. Live webcasts and online video presentations make it easy and convenient to see what our equipment can do for your company.
- Keywords:
- Electronics Assembly, Tape and Reel, SMT, Tape, &, Reel, Surface, Mount, Taping, Machine, tape, and, reel, machine, tape, and, reel, counter, tape, and, reel, service, surface mount technology, smt, smt equipment, smt machine, smt technology, smt manufacturing, smt sales, smt resource, part counter, SMT Taping Machine, SMT Machine, Surface Mount Taper, SMT Taper, Surface Mount, Part Counter, ...
http://www.surface-mount-tape-reel-equipment.com/
Zierick's range of SMT and through-hole connectors andequipment. Depending on the application, you can choose from standard products, our patented family of interconnect products or a custom solution.
- Keywords:
- Zierick, SMT, Connector, Capillary Action, IDC, Stable-lok, solder, through-hole, feeder, headers, pin, post, assembly, manufacturing, components, plating, mating, clips
http://www.zierick.com/
A.P.E. manufacture of PCB rework machines for SMT and BGA components. LCD repair with time, temperature and pressure control. Gold Plating and multilayer desolder systems.
- Keywords:
- smt repair, bga repair, bga, smt, repair, micro bga, csp, reball, pcb repair, rework desoldering, circuit board
http://www.apecorp.com/
BGA rework and bga repair specialists, IPC Master Certification Solder Training Specialist
- Keywords:
- bga rework, bga repair, pcb rework, pcb repair, Solder training, StencilQuik, stencilquik, lead, free, soldering, kits, desoldering, SMT, smt, bga, ball grid array, bga technology, reballing, pcb, pcb rework, pcb repair, IPC, ipc certification, ipc training, pcb rework, solder training, solder certification, used, bga rework stations, bga rework services, rework, service, station, Business, ...
http://www.solder.net
Manufacturer of a BGA/CSP rework stations, forced convection reflow
ovens, pick and place system.
- Keywords:
- bga rework, reflow ovens, pick and place
http://www.atco-us.com
Camtek Ltd. develops manufactures and markets technologically advanced and cost-effective automated inspection systems and related software products used to enhance processes and yields in the Microelectronics, Advanced Substrate and Printed Circuit Board industries
- Keywords:
- wafer inspection, aoi, AOI, automated optical inspection, camtek, Artwork inspection, Assembly, Automatic Final Inspection, Automatic Material Handling, Automatic Optical Inspection, Barco, BGA, PCB, MEP, falcon, CAMT, Camtec, Camtech, Camtek, Circuits, Copper, DaiNippon Screen, Defect, Design rule check, Diazo, DRC, Inspectify, Inspection, Orbotech, Orion, PCB, Printed Circuit Board, ...
http://www.camtek.co.il
Applied Microtech Ltd, our products : BGA rework machine,... our interconnection processes and our innovative solutions in microelectronics and packaging. The company produces machines for electronic components, Ball Grid Array, CSP, desoldering equipment.
- Keywords:
- interconnection processes, ball grid array, microelectronics, packaging, desoldering equipment, applied microtech, interconnection, processes, Ball Grid Array, microelectronic, desoldering, Applied Microtech, interconnection processes, interconnection, BGA
http://www.aputech.com
Vision Technology designs and manufactures video magnification systems for inspection, electronics rework, video microscope analysis, forensic science, quality control, quality assurance, defect analysis, remote viewing, failure analysis, biologic and biomedical analysis, law enforcement investigation and evidence analysis.
- Keywords:
- vision technolgy, video engineering, video magnification, electronics rework, video microscope, forensic science, quality control, quality assurance, defect analysis, remote viewing, failure analysis, biologic, biomedical, law enforcement investigation, evidence analysis, supervision, stereo microscope, microscope, luxo, olympus, rework, optical inspection, forensic, leica, optical magnifier, ...
http://www.visiontechnologyinc.com/
Nortek Automation, Inc. is an engineering and design firm applying the latest computer based hardware, software, and network technologies to a wide variety of industrial applications. From conventional system integration, PLC and motor control, to sophisticated PC based motion control, and custom Windows NT based software Nortek has developed successful business areas in Manufacturing, Automated ...
- Keywords:
- traceability, product identification, barcode, bar-code, bar code, marking, coding, print apply, print/apply, labeling, label, labeler, laser marking, marking system, non-contact printing, ink jet printing, inkjet, ink jet coder, videojet, memory module, label applicator, handler, PC memory, PC100, PC100 handler, ddr, rambus, sdram, sodimm, tray loader, memory tray, memory label, SIMM, DIMM, ...
http://www.nortekautomation.com/
The following site outlines all our standard Nikko quick adjustable PCB magazines, racks and board handling equipment. We offer many models to accommodate all your board sizes and loader/unloaders.
- Keywords:
- Nikko Rack, PCB Racks, PCB Magazine Racks, PCB Boards, PCB Assembly, NIX OF AMERICA, PCB Automation, Quick Adjustable Magazines, Autoinserters, SMT Systems, Loaders, Unloaders, HIC racks, SMT Magazine, Transportation Rack
http://www.nikkorack.com/
- Keywords:
- wiper, system, lead-free, lead free, tooling, smt tooling, metal squeegees, retool, re-tool, process, fixtures, fixture, SMD, SMT, printing, printer, print, printed, circuit, circuits, circuitry, image, imaging, stencil, stencils, electronic, electronics, board, boards, surface, mount, systems, devices, apertures, solder, paste, industry, PCB, tool, tooling, technology, fixture, fixtures, ...
http://www.transitionautomation.com/
- Keywords:
- smt, surface, mount, feeders, surf, tape, bare-die, pick, place, SMT, Surface Mount, Feeders, Surfetape, Bare Die, Pick & Place, Pick and Place, filtration, TWT, Microwave, punch
http://www.delawaretechnologies.com/
Fancort Industries is a New Jersey manufacturer and distributor of production equipment and production accessories used in electronics manufacturing.
- Keywords:
- Lead Forming, Robotic soldering, Hot Bar soldering, Selective Soldering, Tooling, PC, Depaneling, Robotic Soldering System, Hot, Bar, Reflow, Soldering, Heat Seal Bonding, ACF Bonding, Pulse Heated Soldering, Reflow Soldering, HSC, -, Heat, Seal, Connectors, Edge Connector Soldering, LCD Bonding, ACF, -, Anisotropic, Conductive, Film, Photonics, emls, Tresky, Pump Laser, Tunable emls, ...
http://www.fancort.com/
SMT Pick and Place, UV Adhesives, Selective Soldering, PC Board Handling Conveyors and other products / technical services. We offer selective soldering, SMT Pick and Place, UV adhesives and conveyors
- Keywords:
- SMT, Pick, and, Place, Selective Soldering, Solder
Recovery, Solder Dross Processing, laser fume extraction, UV Adhesives, PC
Board Conveyors, Surface Mount Assembly, Tape and Reel, Mass Lead Trimming, Peel Force Tester, PC, Board, Hole, inspection, Chip
counter, drill, bit, ring-setting, system, reflow profile checker, v-cut PCB
separator, Feeder calibration, cover tape, ...
http://www.sintronex.com/
PEI is the US Importer and Master Distributor for Olamef Lead cutting and forming equipment for axial and radial components, transistors, IC's.
Parts can be taped, loose or in tube. Manual and Motorized machines. SolderStar temperature Profilers. We also offer cab PCB DEpanelers, Component Counters, Scales, ESD Products.
- Keywords:
- OLAMEF USA, component, lead, forming, and, cutting, equipment., PEI, is, the, US, Importer, and, Master, Distributor, for, Olamef., lead, forming, lead prepping, TP6 TP6/A, TP6/A, CS10, Motor98, Loose feeder, SC3, TP/SC4, GPD, APS, lock-in, candado, General Production Devices, Automated Production Services, Grip Technologies, hepco, streckfus, cut-bend, OK Industries, Hakko, manix, electro-prep, ...
http://www.olamefusa.com/
Robotas supply the Mascot product range of laser guided PCB assembly workstations, flowlines and component dispensers.
- Keywords:
- robotas, assembly, pcb, mascot, rework, inspection, carousel, component, placement, cut & clinch, workstation, swift, production, laser, pth, automation, manufacturing, electronics
http://www.robotas.co.uk/
Selba S.A offre ses services pour la production de photomasque, la création et la fabrication de disque encodeur absolu, disque encodeur incrémental sur support chrome, chrome ar, film. Photolithographie de précision, production de réticule, mire de visée, règle, disque ophtalmologique. Phototraçage avec un phototraceur de 24000 dpi, fichier dxf, ge...
- Keywords:
- disque encodeur, disque codeur, réticules, réticule, photomasque, photo masque, photolithographie, chrome, circuit imprimé, chrome ar, master, phototraçage, photoplotter, règle, mire, laser, phototraceur, 24000 dpi, dxf, gerber, eps, incrémental, absolu, selba
http://www.selba.ch
Quinton Crane Electronics PCB Manufacture Systek Controls Siemens PLC HMI WINCC WinBDE Integration SCADA
- Keywords:
- pcb design, pcb assembly, wincc, winbde, plc integration, scada, siemens, plc, hmi, mpc370, seat, automatic, generator, programmable, electrical, control, systems, cop4, testing, tallybeam, rs232, multiplexer, systekcontrols, systek, quinton crane, electronics, step7, allen bradley, mitsubishi, electrical design, mechanical, meter testing, whole current, 3phase, modem, 485, signal processing, ...
http://www.systekcontrols.com
Colight - supplier of printed circuit board manufacturing equipment, ultraviolet curing and PCB equipment featuring DMVL series for LPISM and Dry Film, Scanex for large format and Primex collimated light exposure systems for fine resolution.
- Keywords:
- printed circuit boards, circuit boards, circuit boards basis, circuit board manufacturing, board manufacturing, bare, printed, circuit, board, manufacturing, pcb equipment
http://www.colight-on-line.com
Leader in scanning technology.
- Keywords:
- digitize, Inspection, placement, pick and place, scan, artwork, board assembly, AOI, Gerber, pcb assembly, programming, SMT, stencil, stencil inspection, stencil fabrication, Screen, board fabrication, ScanCad, Loaded Board, Component, pcb, photoplot, Reverse engineer, Reverse engineering, Scanning, cad, cad/cam, cae, cam, conversion, line balance, hybrid, pcba, bare board, ...
http://www.scancad.com/
http://www.conceptronic.com
http://www.fineline-imaging.net/
Micro Motion Technologies is a manufacturer of tape and reel machines with tube and tray feeding systems.
- Keywords:
- tape and reel, tape, and, reel, machine, tape, and, reel, equipment, tape, and, reel, machines, taping machine, component taping, taping equipment, component packaging, micro motion technologies, aref7361
http://www.micromotiontech.com
http://www.optimal-technologies.com/
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Wikipedia-Article "Tools"
- For other uses, see Tool (disambiguation).
A modern
hammer is directly descended from ancient hand tools
A tool is a device that provides a mechanical or mental advantage in accomplishing a simple machine, or a combination of them. For example, a crowbar simply functions as a lever. The further out from the pivot point, the more force is transmitted along the lever.
Philosophers once thought that only humans used tools, and often defined humans as tool-using animals. But observation has confirmed that monkeys and other animals, mostly primates, but also some birds (ravens, for instance), and sea otters can use tools as well. Later, philosophers thought that only humans had the ability to make tools, until zoologists observed birds[1] and monkeys[2][3][4] making tools. Most anthropologists believe that the use of tools was an important step in the evolution of mankind. Humans evolved an opposable thumb (useful to hold the tools) and an increase in intelligence (aiding in the use of tools).
Most tools can also serve as weapons, such as the hammer and the knife. Similarly, people can use weapons, such as explosives, as tools.
Varieties of tools
- Devices often typify newly invented or specific-purpose tools.
- Instruments are concrete or abstract tools, especially if they are refined.
- Utensils aid in eating.
- Machines can function as ordered systems of tools or as super-tools.
Physical tools
Toy tools make popular playthings. Some simply consist of a cheap or small version of the real thing, such as a shovel and bucket to use on the beach or in a sandbox. Others are less functional, e.g. a dull plastic knife, or not functional at all.
Mental tools
In computing, the term tools can also apply to software programs that assist people doing work on computers, such as Computer Aided Software Engineering tools, Lint programming tool, software or web-based collaborative tools, software development tools, programming tools.
Slang Usage
Stemming from a double-entendre where a "tool" is a phallus; this became a popular word in the 1990's. Individuals may be described as "tools", as an insult meaning that someone is a klutz or easily taken advantage of.
Functions of tools
Many tools or groups of tools serve to perform one or more of a set of basic operations, such as:
- Cutting (knife, scythe, sickle, ...)
- Concentrating force (hammer, maul, screwdriver, whip, writing implements, ...)
- Guiding (set square, algorithm, straight edge, tradition, ...)
- Protecting
- Seizing and holding (pliers, glove, wrench, ...)
History
Use of tools started at the beginning of the Stone age. Humans have fabricated knives, amongst the oldest tools, since that time.
Mechanical devices, though known to Alexandrian Greeks, experienced a major expansion in their use in the Middle Ages with the systematic employment of new energy sources: water (waterwheels) and wind (windmills).
Machine tools occasioned a surge in producing new tools in the Industrial revolution. Advocates of nanotechnology expect a similar surge as tools move down-scale.
WikiProject Metalworking: This article is part of Metalworking hand tools.
Wikipedia-Article "Equipment"
- For other uses, see Tool (disambiguation).
A modern
hammer is directly descended from ancient hand tools
A tool is a device that provides a mechanical or mental advantage in accomplishing a simple machine, or a combination of them. For example, a crowbar simply functions as a lever. The further out from the pivot point, the more force is transmitted along the lever.
Philosophers once thought that only humans used tools, and often defined humans as tool-using animals. But observation has confirmed that monkeys and other animals, mostly primates, but also some birds (ravens, for instance), and sea otters can use tools as well. Later, philosophers thought that only humans had the ability to make tools, until zoologists observed birds[1] and monkeys[2][3][4] making tools. Most anthropologists believe that the use of tools was an important step in the evolution of mankind. Humans evolved an opposable thumb (useful to hold the tools) and an increase in intelligence (aiding in the use of tools).
Most tools can also serve as weapons, such as the hammer and the knife. Similarly, people can use weapons, such as explosives, as tools.
Varieties of tools
- Devices often typify newly invented or specific-purpose tools.
- Instruments are concrete or abstract tools, especially if they are refined.
- Utensils aid in eating.
- Machines can function as ordered systems of tools or as super-tools.
Physical tools
Toy tools make popular playthings. Some simply consist of a cheap or small version of the real thing, such as a shovel and bucket to use on the beach or in a sandbox. Others are less functional, e.g. a dull plastic knife, or not functional at all.
Mental tools
In computing, the term \"tools\" can also apply to software programs that assist people doing work on computers, such as Computer Aided Software Engineering tools, Lint programming tool, software or web-based collaborative tools, software development tools, programming tools.
Slang Usage
Stemming from a double-entendre where a "tool" is a phallus; this became a popular word in the 1990's. Individuals may be described as "tools", as an insult meaning that someone is a klutz or easily taken advantage of.
Functions of tools
Many tools or groups of tools serve to perform one or more of a set of basic operations, such as:
- Cutting (knife, scythe, sickle, ...)
- Concentrating force (hammer, maul, screwdriver, whip, writing implements, ...)
- Guiding (set square, algorithm, straight edge, tradition, ...)
- Protecting
- Seizing and holding (pliers, glove, wrench, ...)
History
Use of tools started at the beginning of the Stone age. Humans have fabricated knives, amongst the oldest tools, since that time.
Mechanical devices, though known to Alexandrian Greeks, experienced a major expansion in their use in the Middle Ages with the systematic employment of new energy sources: water (waterwheels) and wind (windmills).
Machine tools occasioned a surge in producing new tools in the Industrial revolution. Advocates of nanotechnology expect a similar surge as tools move down-scale.
WikiProject Metalworking: This article is part of Metalworking hand tools.
WikiProject Metalworking: This article is part of Metalworking hand tools.