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Real Time with... IPC APEX EXPO 2025: Koh Young—AI's Impact on the Electronics Industry
March 27, 2025 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOEstimated reading time: Less than a minute

Koh Young's Joel Scutchfield discusses the role of AI in the electronics industry. He emphasizes data quality's importance for automation and the development of AI engines for specific tools. The conversation covers market trends in PCB and semiconductor technologies, trade negotiations, and the challenges of reshoring.
The 25th IPC APEX EXPO, March 18-20, 2025, at the Anaheim Convention Center in California, has concluded successfully. If you couldn’t make it to the show, don’t worry—the I-Connect007 team has coverage of the entire week’s events. Don’t miss our Real Time with… IPC APEX EXPO 2025 video interviews with the movers and shakers of the electronics industry.
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IPC APEX EXPO 2025 Review: Expecting the Unexpected
03/31/2025 | Tom Kastner, GP VenturesOne of the best things about trade shows is not the scheduled meetings but the chance meetings that come up unexpectedly. Just because you happened to go down one aisle instead of the next, you bump into an old acquaintance that you have not seen for years, or you happen to talk to the guy in line next to you to get a $5 Pepsi, and it turns into a great, new connection.
Real Time with... IPC APEX EXPO 2025: Schmoll America—Committed to Supporting Customers
03/31/2025 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOKurt Palmer of Schmoll America and Stephan Kunz of Schmoll Maschinen GmbH had a great show, reporting solid attendance and good opportunities, as Schmoll America celebrates its first anniversary. With a booth full of equipment for attendees to see and touch, they showcased unique products like the Pico laser and X-ray machine, and discussed plans for a new facility.
Real Time with... IPC APEX EXPO 2025: Emphasizing Sustainability in PCB Design with Summit Interconnect
03/27/2025 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOAndy Shaughnessy and Gerry Partida of Summit Interconnect discuss the rising customer interest in sustainability within PCB design. Gerry points out that many designs neglect sustainability, resulting in low yields and higher costs. The conversation stresses the importance of adhering to PCB standards and collaborating with fabricators to tackle design challenges and enhance sustainability.
Real Time with... IPC APEX EXPO 2025: Transforming Engineering With Digital Solutions from Zuken
03/27/2025 | Real Time with...IPC APEX EXPOBob Potock discusses Zuken's focus on digital engineering and a move away from traditional document-based processes to model-based designs. This change improves product definition, reduces design errors, and optimizes product parameters. Bob notes that the IPC-2581 standard is crucial for connecting designs, while AI enhances design efficiency.
25 Years of IPC APEX EXPO: Organizer Alicia Balonek Reflects on a Milestone
03/28/2025 | Alicia Balonek, IPCAs I celebrate my 25th work anniversary with IPC, I can’t help but reflect on my incredible journey. From its inception in 2000, IPC APEX EXPO has evolved into one of the most anticipated and dynamic events in the electronics industry, and I’m proud to have been a part of its growth every step of the way.