Adaptsys Selected By SofTec Microsystems

SofTec Microsystems is a leader in developing and delivering flash programming solutions and development systems for embedded applications. Its flagship programming solution, FlashRunner, is a high-performance, standalone in-system programmer designed specifically for Flash-based microcontrollers and serial memories. FlashRunner is targeted at production environments, easily integrating into existing programming systems or Automatic Test Equipment (ATE), and can work either in full standalone mode or be controlled by a host system.

Mr. Michele Casto, President & CEO for SofTec Microsystems, explained, “We introduced FlashRunner in December 2006, and have been looking for a European distribution partner with the right production industry expertise to support this exciting product. Adaptsys is the ideal partner, offering a complete specialist service in several European countries.

FlashRunner offers the fastest programming algorithms at speeds up to the target device's memory technology limit, and supports most ISP protocols, including BDM, JTAG, SPI, I2C, MON, ICC and SCI. The compact and robust design includes optoisolated control signals and is ruggedised for production environments. Additionally the system's open architecture makes its firmware easily upgradeable to support both new devices and new features.

“The Flash market is growing dramatically, with many CEMs and OEMs adopting in-system programming to simplify the production process, said Duncan Milroy, Product Manager of Adaptsys. “The SofTec FlashRunner is a fabulous solution, meeting the needs of our manufacturing customers across Europe.