Global Citizenship: Together for a Perfect PCB Solution
Smart Automation: Odd-form Assembly—Dedicated Insertion Equipment Matters
Nolan’s Notes: Everyone Has Their Eye on India
Mayson Brooks Joins Akrometrix LLC as President & CEO
June 30, 2015 | Akrometrix LLCEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Akrometrix LLC, the leader in elevated temperature surface characterization, is pleased to announce that Mayson Brooks has joined the company as President & CEO, effective July 6, 2015. Brooks brings significant experience in semiconductor inspection and metrology for both front and back-end applications, especially in advanced packaging, which is an excellent fit for the strategic direction of Akrometrix.
Most recently Brooks was SVP, Worldwide Sales, Marketing and Field Operations for Rudolph Technologies, and has held several other senior positions at Rudolph in general management, sales, marketing and customer service. His global experience will be of benefit as Akrometrix expands its worldwide presence and markets served.
Brooks has a BS from the United States Naval Academy, MBA from the University of North Carolina and completed the General Management Program at the Harvard Business School. He will be located at Akrometrix’s Atlanta office.
Timothy J. Purdie, current Akrometrix president & CEO, announced last October that it was time for a smooth transition to a new president & CEO who had the capacity to move the company to the next level of success. Purdie will remain a member of the Akrometrix Board of Directors.
Mr. Purdie stated, “I have enjoyed working with industry leaders that have helped propel Akrometrix to become the leader in warpage management programs within the electronic marketplace. The greatest benefit has been working with the team members of Akrometrix, without which we could never have achieved the success we enjoy today. However, while I have enjoyed major successes with the company, it is time to move closer to my family and spend some quality time with each of them.”
For more information about Akrometrix, visit www.akrometrix.com.
About Akrometrix LLC
Akrometrix LLC, the leader in elevated temperature surface characterization, was founded in 1993 by Dr. Charles Ume, a Professor and Director of the Advanced Electronic Packaging and Laser Processing Laboratory, at the George W. Woodruff School of Mechanical Engineering, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia. Headquartered in Atlanta, Akrometrix supports over 250 equipment installations worldwide. For more information, contact Akrometrix at info@akrometrix.com.
Share on:
Testimonial
"We’re proud to call I-Connect007 a trusted partner. Their innovative approach and industry insight made our podcast collaboration a success by connecting us with the right audience and delivering real results."
Julia McCaffrey - NCAB GroupSuggested Items
Leveraging Chemical Data More Efficiently
07/29/2025 | Lynn L. Bergeson, Bergeson & CampbellSome truths transcend politics, one being that chemical data holds enduring value and is becoming increasingly essential. In the United States, regardless of which party federally controls the levers of power, it’s clear that chemical manufacturers and their customers must develop and curate robust data portfolios for their chemical inventories. The commercial imperatives driving this are undeniable and gaining traction.
2025 ASEAN IT Spending Growth Slows to 5.9% as AI-Powered IT Expansion Encounters Post-Boom Normalization
06/26/2025 | IDCAccording to the IDC Worldwide Black Book: Live Edition, IT spending across ASEAN is projected to grow by 5.9% in 2025 — down from a robust 15.0% in 2024.
Rethinking How Operators Interface With the Line
06/11/2025 | Nolan Johnson, SMT007 MagazineJurgen Schmerler, CEO of WaveOn, reveals how AI and large language models are revolutionizing electronics manufacturing. By integrating AI with machinery, operators can access real-time, multimodal information for troubleshooting and maintenance, significantly reducing training time and enhancing efficiency. He discusses the industry's challenges, the customizable knowledge bases, and the future of proactive maintenance and process control.
Standards: The Roadmap for Your Ideal Data Package
05/29/2025 | Andy Shaughnessy, Design007 MagazineIn this interview, IPC design instructor Kris Moyer explains how standards can help you ensure that your data package has all the information your fabricator and assembler need to build your board the way you designed it, allowing them to use their expertise. As Kris says, even with IPC standards, there’s still an art to conveying the right information in your documentation.
Future-proofing Electronics: ChemFORWARD Works Toward Collaboration for Safer Chemistry
05/19/2025 | Rachel Simon, ChemFORWARDThe electronics industry is facing a critical juncture. As consumer demand for sustainable products rises and regulatory pressures intensify, companies must prioritize the safety of their products and processes. This means not only complying with evolving chemical restrictions but also proactively seeking safer alternatives.