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August 18, 2025 | The Test Connection Inc.Estimated reading time: 1 minute
The Test Connection Inc. (TTCI), a trusted provider of electronic test and manufacturing solutions for more than 45 years, is pleased to announce its participation at the upcoming SMTA Guadalajara Expo & Tech Forum, taking place September 17–18, 2025, at Expo Guadalajara, Salón Jalisco Hall D & E. TTCI will exhibit as part of the USM Reps booth #934, connecting with local and international industry professionals in one of Mexico’s most vibrant electronics manufacturing regions.
TTCI supports a wide range of industries—including aerospace, defense, medical, and automotive—offering high-reliability test development and turnkey services tailored for both high-mix and high-volume applications. The company is ISO 9001:2015 certified and ITAR Registered, delivering precision where failure is not an option.
Visitors to the USM Reps booth will have the opportunity to explore TTCI’s full portfolio of test engineering services, including:
- In-Circuit Test (ICT) development and board testing for Keysight (Agilent) 3070 and Teradyne TestStation/GR228X platforms
- Flying Probe Testing using Digitaltest MTS-500 and Seica Pilot V8 systems for flexible and prototype-level inspection
- Boundary-Scan Testing with XJTAG and Keysight x1149 tools for non-intrusive board-level diagnostics
- Functional Test Development with platforms such as Keysight TS-5000/TS-8900 and InteFun2700 for full product validation
- Support for specialty test accessories like the Feasa LED Analyzer and SMH FlashRunner microcontroller programmer
“TTCI is excited to continue building relationships and connect with manufacturers in Mexico,” said Bert Horner, President of TTCI. “From boundary scan to flying probe and functional test, we provide flexible, high-performance solutions to help customers meet today’s test challenges with confidence.”
TTCI’s experienced team brings decades of hands-on expertise, enabling customers to reduce time-to-market, improve product quality, and streamline production workflows.
Attendees can also learn more about The Training Connection LLC (TTC-LLC), dedicated to advancing education and workforce development in Electronics, Surface Mount Technology (SMT) Manufacturing, Test Engineering, and Quality. As an active member of IPC and SMTA, TTC-LLC plays a crucial role in providing industry-recognized training and certification programs.
With offices in Hunt Valley, MD, Baldwin, MD, and Tampa, FL, TTC-LLC ensures broad accessibility to its training programs, helping professionals enhance their skills, improve productivity, and stay ahead in a competitive industry.
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