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Technica USA Celebrates 40 Years of Excellence in Electronics Manufacturing
March 13, 2025 | Technica USAEstimated reading time: 2 minutes

Technica USA, a leading provider of materials, equipment, installation, and services for the printed circuit board (PCB) fabrication, PCB Assembly, substrates, MEMS, and semiconductor industries, proudly announces its 40th anniversary in 2025.
Reflecting on this milestone, Frank Medina, CEO of Technica USA, remarked, “It has been quite a journey. We are grateful for the talented individuals who have contributed to our success over the years. Many of them have built successful careers of their own, and their efforts have played a crucial role in our longevity.”
Founded in 1985 by Robert A. Morgensen, Technica USA quickly established itself as a trusted partner in the PCB manufacturing industry. In 1989, Medina joined Morgensen as his partner, and in 2007, he and Hans Morkner acquired Morgensen’s interest in the company. In 2019, Morkner’s shares were acquired by a group of investors led by Elite Materials Company (EMC). More recently, EMC obtained a controlling interest in the company and is positioning it for significant growth.
“When Bob started the company, he used to say when he started the company line card was a blank piece of paper. Well, Technica has certainly come a long way since then,” Medina recalled. “Like many businesses, we have navigated the ups and downs of the electronics marketplace, particularly in PCB fabrication. The U.S. market share in this sector has declined from around 40% in the late 1990s to just 4% today, requiring us to evolve and adapt.”
Technica USA responded by expanding its successful business model into other electronics manufacturing sectors. While its initial venture into solar cell manufacturing yielded short-term success, the company refocused its efforts after solar cell production largely moved overseas. By securing a strong and sustainable position in PCB assembly and other markets, Technica USA continued to expand its customer base. Key board members at the time, including Dean Shoemaker of Carmel Chemical and Nagy Bayoumi of Atlantech USA, provided invaluable insights and connections, enabling Technica to expand its reach and become a recognized name in these new industries. Today, PCB assembly represents a significant portion of the company’s business.
As Technica USA celebrates four decades of excellence, the company remains committed to supporting its core business while broadening its distribution and representation model. The company is expanding its territories, product lines, and service capabilities, with plans to add more personnel and services in the coming months.
“We deeply appreciate our supply partners and customers, our journey wouldn’t have been possible without them. The strong relationships we’ve built over the years mean so much. As we celebrate 40 years of dedication to our industry, we look ahead to an exciting new chapter for our company,” said Medina.
Please be sure to stop by our booth #4110 at this year’s IPC APEX EXPO in Anaheim, CA.
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