PCB Handling Systems: Safe Conveyance, Storage, and Transfer Procedures in 2026
PCB handling is not hallway space between machines — it is the layer that decides whether boards reach the next operation in the condition required for a good product. This guide walks through conveyors, transfers, ESD control, moisture management, storage, traceability, inspection diversion, and rework, grounded in IPC, J-STD, IEC, and ISO standards. Learn the eight-step transfer procedure, the nine-stage SOP, and a weighted vendor scorecard before you buy a single tray, rack, or conveyor.