Gardien Podcast

Welcome to episode 13 in the Gardien Podcast Series. Join host Todd Kolmodin and special guest Steven Reidman of the Gardien Colorado facility as they discuss Gardien’s approach to Functional Fixtures and Hybrid fixtures. We talk about fixtures used above the basic bare board opens and shorts tests. Functional Fixtures, as well as switching HiPot applications, will be discussed. 

Welcome to episode 12 in the Gardien Podcast Series. Join hosts Todd Kolmodin and Rick Meraw as they discuss Sequential Lamination as it applies to Electrical Test. Sub-Parts, Sub-Assemblies, and Child parts are just a few of the names used to describe sequential laminated parts prior to the final product. Learn why we should test sub-parts. Also, pick up some knowledge around AOI and AVI processes and how they can impact Electrical Test. 

Welcome to episode 11 in the Gardien Podcast Series. Today, join Rick and Todd as they discuss the history of 4-Wire Kelvin and how it is used today. Barrel testing and critical circuits are just a couple of topics covered. Understand programming, evaluating and report generation are all covered in this episode. So, sit back and relax as we take you known the road of 4-Wire Kelvin. 

In Episode 10 of the Gardien Podcast series, Todd Kolmodin welcomes guest speakers Holger Kern and Jason Posey to discuss the Kaima line of Fixture Testers and AVI (Automated Visual Inspection) equipment that is offered by Gardien. Holger discusses the entry-level and larger Fixture Testers including automation that are available. We also discuss the AVI options now available. Todd, Jason, and Holger dig into the demand and future aspects of Fixture Testers and AVI in the North American and European markets. 

Join Todd Kolmodin and Rick Meraw for episode 9  in the Gardien Podcast Series.  Today’s discussion involves Hipot (Dielectric) testing, Insulation Testing, and standard High Voltage Testing. Rick and Todd will discuss terminology such as Ramp and Dwell times along with voltage requirements for different Hipot tests.  Insulation Testing using a resistive threshold will also be explained.  Also, High Voltage Testing of select nets/planes will be covered. 

Back once again for episode 8, Rick and Todd pick up from episode 7 and go into more detail on process building.  From the overall design view for space, HVAC, and other facilities, down to the individual space development, ergonomics, tools, and movements.  Join us in learning steps to develop robust processes including statical gathering and KPI development for process monitoring. 

Join Todd Kolmodin and Rick Meraw once again in episode 7 of the Gardien Podcast Series.  This time Rick and Todd will talk about the differences between the overall Process vs Work Instructions. Whether you are building a bird house or designing a wet process line, the overall concepts are the same.  We take a look from high altitude and then down to the trench to identify the differences between the overall process and training documents or work instructions. 

 | Join Rick Meraw and special guest Holger Kern of Gardien Europe as Holger discusses the Flying Probe line of Flying Probe Testers manufactured by Gardien. From the low-end entry-level machines through the high-end, high-density capable machines Holger discusses all.  Rick and Holger will discuss the options available for the machines with automation included in the discussion. 

Gardien’s episode 5 of their Podcast Series explores the foundation of how test points are assigned when testing unpopulated printed circuits (PCBs.) Join Rick and Todd as they discuss exactly what a test point is, what are mid-points are, how does Solder Mask affect assigning test points and how does the IPC-9252 specification drive optimization and test methods.  Also discussed will be how test point assignment is handled with Military/Aerospace and High-Reliability products. 

Join Todd Kolmodin and Rick Meraw in episode 4 of the Gardien Podcast Series which explores the understanding of IPC-9252 Testing of Unpopulated Printed Wiring Boards or PCBs. In this Podcast you will leave understanding Performance Classes, Optimization Methods, Adjacency Testing vs Direct Testing, dealing with long copper nets, and more.  Learn the terminology and the requirements outlined in the specification.