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May 14, 2025 | American Standard CircuitsEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Anaya Vardya, President, and CEO of American Standard Sunstone Circuits has announced that his company will be exhibiting SMTA Oregon Expo & Tech Forum to be held on May 20 at the Wingspan Events and Conference Center in Hillsboro, Oregon.
“Now that we have our ASC Sunstone Circuits division in Oregon, this show is of particular importance to us. It has always been a successful event for them in the past and we look forward to having a variety of members from both teams on hand to meet with customers and prospects. It will be a great opportunity for us to display the complete portfolio of services and products that our combined locations offer our customers,” commented Vardya when making the announcement.
Anaya Vardya will be participating in a panel discussion at 2 PM at the event as well.
Navigating the Landscape of PCB Surface Finishes: innovations, Challenges, and Best Practices
Panelists:
- Akhil Kumar, Intel Corporation
- Anaya Vardya, American Standard Circuits
- Kunal Shah, Lilotree
- Rob Rowland, Axiom Electronics
Description: This panel will explore the evolving landscape of PCB surface finishes, highlighting recent innovations that enhance performance and reliability. It will expound on the challenges faced by engineers in selecting the optimal finish amidst diverse options like HASL, ENIG, ENEPIG, ImAg and OSP. Attendees will gain insights into best practices for balancing cost, functionality, sustainability and environmental considerations in surface finish selection. Examples of Failure analysis on defects, root caused to the surface finish, will be illustrated. By understanding these dynamics, participants can make informed decisions that drive successful PCB design and manufacturing outcomes.
Be sure to visit ASC on the show floor.
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