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The Test Connection, Inc. to Showcase Advanced Testing Solutions at SMTA Austin Expo & Tech Forum
February 4, 2025 | The Test Connection Inc.Estimated reading time: Less than a minute
The Test Connection Inc. (TTCI), a leading provider of electronic test and manufacturing solutions, is excited to announce its participation in the SMTA Austin Expo & Tech Forum on February 6, 2025 in Austin, Texas. As the company celebrates 45 years of service, TTCI continues to provide industry-leading expertise in in-circuit testing (ICT), functional test development, and boundary scan solutions to mission-critical industries, including aerospace, defense, medical, and automotive.
Certified to ISO 9001:2015 and ITAR Registered, TTCI delivers precision and reliability where failure is not an option. The company’s advanced test solutions help manufacturers ensure product quality, reduce defects, and optimize production efficiency.
In addition to its industry-leading testing services, TTCI recently launched The Training Connection, LLC (TTC-LLC), an initiative aimed at empowering engineers and professionals through expert-led courses. TTC-LLC offers Design for Test (DFT) training, IPC standards certifications (610, 600, 620), and advanced soldering techniques at multiple locations, including Tampa and Baltimore. This expansion underscores TTCI’s commitment to advancing electronics manufacturing through both innovation and education.
Attendees of the SMTA Austin Expo & Tech Forum are invited to connect with TTCI to learn more about its cutting-edge test solutions and TTC-LLC’s professional training programs.
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