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March 16, 2026 | Hanwha Semitech AmericasEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Hanwha Semitech Americas has appointed FHP Reps as its manufacturers’ representative covering Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana. The partnership strengthens Hanwha’s support network for electronics manufacturers throughout the South-Central United States.
Hanwha Semitech provides advanced SMT placement systems, automation platforms, and smart factory technologies used by electronics manufacturers worldwide. The company’s equipment supports production across automotive, industrial, medical, aerospace, and other high-reliability electronics markets.
With decades of experience in the electronics assembly industry, FHP Reps has built a strong reputation for technical knowledge and hands-on customer support. The company maintains longstanding relationships with OEMs and EMS providers across the region and brings a practical understanding of the challenges faced by modern electronics manufacturing operations.
“We’re pleased to welcome FHP Reps to the Hanwha team,” said Jarred Ragard, General Manager, U.S. and Canada, Hanwha Semitech Americas. They know this market well and have earned the trust of manufacturers throughout the region. Their experience working directly with production teams makes them a strong fit for supporting customers using our placement and automation solutions.”
Through the partnership, FHP Reps will provide local sales support and application guidance for Hanwha’s SMT placement systems and automation technologies throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana.
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