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ZESTRON Announces New Reliability and Solutions Service for Risk Assessment & Mitigation of Electronic Assemblies
May 6, 2025 | ZESTRONEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
ZESTRON, the leading global provider of high-precision cleaning products, services, and training solutions, is thrilled to introduce its new Reliability and Solutions (R&S) service. From design to high-volume production and field deployment, this service provides comprehensive support across the entire value chain. Utilizing advanced precision tools and expert analysis to identify potential risks early, address vulnerabilities, and optimize processes to prevent costly failures.
From design to early-stage, the team collaboratively reviews products, processes, and materials to identify potential vulnerabilities. Reliability and endurance testing verify compliance with customer quality benchmarks and industry standards, ultimately accelerating time to market, minimizing risks, and enhancing product reliability.
Led by Dr. Denis Barbini and utilizing ZESTRON’s global resources, the team offers root cause and failure mode analysis for die-level components, PCBAs, and full enclosures. By identifying root causes, the analytical approach provides essential evidence for product liability claims or vendor returns, helping to reduce future failure costs and ensuring your assemblies perform consistently throughout their lifecycle.
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