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Scanfil Signs Agreement with Leading Industrial Automation Company
May 13, 2026 | ScanfilEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Scanfil has signed an agreement with a leading industrial automation company, part of a global technology group, strengthening its position in demanding industrial automation and electronics manufacturing applications.
The initial scope of the agreement represents a business volume of EUR 25 million. Scanfil production network will support the customer’s global supply chain, manufacturing, and sustainability needs.
The cooperation represents a strategically important opportunity for Scanfil with potential business volume increase over the next three years, depending on the customer’s ramp up plans and further project development.
“This agreement demonstrates Scanfil’s strong capabilities in electronics manufacturing. It also supports our strategy to grow with global customers by leveraging our international manufacturing network,” says Lars Skanke, Sales & Account Management Director Energy & Cleantech.
The new agreement further strengthens Scanfil’s position in Energy & Cleantech and supports long-term growth in both Europe and Asia.
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05/13/2026 | Stanton Rak, SF Rak CompanyThe transition to EVs is no longer constrained solely by vehicle capability. Instead, it is increasingly defined by a simpler, but more unforgiving question: Will the charger work when I arrive? This high uptime does not happen by accident. As EV technology has matured, limitations in battery range, power electronics, and thermal management are no longer the primary barriers to adoption.
Intel Foundry Push Gains Momentum With Apple as Potential Customer
05/13/2026 | I-Connect007 Editorial TeamApple’s reported decision to tap Intel as a manufacturing partner for future chips could mark one of the most significant shifts in the semiconductor supply chain in years, with implications that extend well beyond consumer electronics.
Medical Device Contract Manufacturing Market to Reach $171B by 2031, Says Mordor Intelligence
05/13/2026 | PRNewswireAccording to Mordor Intelligence, the medical device contract manufacturing market size is projected to grow from USD 105.53 billion in 2026 to USD 171.03 billion by 2031, registering a CAGR of 10.14% during the forecast period (2026–2031).
Three Howard University Engineers Launch Trace to Automate PCB Design Workflows
05/12/2026 | Globe NewswireTrace, an AI software company automating the printed circuit board (PCB) design workflow, has launched out of stealth and is now accepting customers worldwide.
Altus Announces Return of ‘Factory of the Future’ for 2026
05/11/2026 | Altus GroupAltus Group, a leading distributor of capital equipment for electronics manufacturing in the UK and Ireland, has announced the return of its ‘Factory of the Future’ event for 2026.