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October 2022 Issue of SMT007 Magazine Available Now
October 3, 2022 | I-Connect007 Editorial TeamEstimated reading time: Less than a minute
One of the best places to get back into the swing of trade shows is SMTA International (SMTAI), taking place Oct. 31–Nov. 4, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. The event is co-located with the four other shows that comprise the MD&M show.
Besides providing an expo floor showcasing what’s new in the market, SMTAI also delivers one of the strongest technical conferences in the electronics manufacturing space. In response, we’re devoting this issue of SMT007 Magazine to pre-show coverage of SMTA International. One of our goals with this issue is to give attendees and exhibitors a detailed guide to this event. In addition, if you, or perhaps your supervisor, need some convincing as to why you should attend SMTAI this year, then this issue will help you make your case.
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