SMD BOX DUO
Dual-Module Automated SMT Storage Tower

The MIMO is a single-module tower that processes multiple reels at once — great for high-frequency retrieval on a compact footprint. The DUO doubles that by adding a second independent module, so you can load and pick at the same time. Choose the MIMO if you run 1–2 lines and retrieval speed is the priority. Go with the DUO when you need parallel access for 2–4 lines and want a stronger cost-to-throughput ratio. View full model comparison →

The DUO is built for factories running 2–4 SMT lines where loading and picking happen back-to-back throughout the shift. Its two modules work independently, so one can dispense kits while the other receives returns — cutting changeover wait times dramatically. If you only run 1–2 lines, the SISO delivers better value for money.

With a single-module tower, every loading operation blocks picking — and vice versa. The DUO eliminates that bottleneck. While one module stores returning reels, the other is already dispensing the next work order. Both modules handle multiple reels per cycle, so changeover kitting and material returns run in parallel instead of in sequence.

Yes, in two ways. Short-term, add more DUO units — the SMF platform manages them all from one dashboard. Long-term, step up to the XLR with 10,000+ reel capacity. Every SMD BOX model shares the same SMF software and UID system, so your material data carries over without any reconfiguration.

It gives you near-flagship parallel throughput at a significantly lower price point than the XLR. For factories running 2–4 lines, the DUO handles daily production volume with room to spare, without the capital outlay of a 10,000+ reel system. If you don’t need that extra capacity, the DUO is where throughput and cost meet.

The DUO handles 7″, 13″, and 15″ SMT reels as well as JEDEC trays, and you can mix sizes in the same tower. In its standard configuration it stores over 4,000 reels (7″ / 8mm). Tower height is expandable if you need more capacity down the road.

Every DUO includes built-in temperature and humidity sensors that stream real-time data to the SMF dashboard. For active dehumidification, connect an external industrial desiccator to bring the cabinet down to ≤5% RH. The SMF MSD module then tracks Floor Life exposure for each reel automatically, fully compliant with IPC/JEDEC J-STD-033. Environmental logs are tied to individual batches for audit-ready traceability.

Standard factory infrastructure is all you need: 220V three-phase power, 6 bar (87 psi) compressed air, and 500 mm (19.7″) of clearance behind the unit for service access. No special foundations or civil work required. Machine dimensions are configured to order, and our engineering team will provide a layout recommendation tailored to your floor plan.

We have completed live integrations with MiR, Hikvision, Omron, and Standard Robot. The DUO communicates over standardized protocols, so the AGV picks up and delivers reels without manual intervention. Running a different AGV brand? Our team can do a custom integration — most are completed within a few weeks.

The DUO exposes RESTful API and SQL interfaces. Your IT team calls those endpoints directly for material data sync, work order dispatch, and inventory queries — no middleware to buy. We have completed integrations with SAP, Oracle, and various custom MES platforms at Tier-1 sites.