Knocking Down the Bone Pile: Best Practices for Electronic Component Salvaging
Global Citizenship: Together for a Perfect PCB Solution
Smart Automation: Odd-form Assembly—Dedicated Insertion Equipment Matters
Indium Corporation Expert to Present at EPP InnovationsFORUM
May 29, 2023 | Indium CorporationEstimated reading time: 1 minute
Indium Corporation Regional Technical Manager and Technologist – Advanced Applications Andreas Karch is set to deliver a presentation at EPP InnovationsFORUM on June 29 in Leinfelden-Echterdingen, Germany.
The topic of energy consumption within the electronics assembly industry has never been more relevant. In this presentation, titled Energy Efficient Reflow Soldering Through Advanced Solder Materials, Andreas examines the increasing importance of reducing energy consumption while simultaneously maintaining high quality electronics. This requires the development of advanced solder materials which enable stable, low-temperature soldering processes.
“I am looking forward to presenting University of Rostock’s test results for this new solder material technology,” said Andreas. “The EPP InnovationsFORUM is an ideal platform to share this exciting data with my colleagues.”
Andreas provides technical support, including sharing process knowledge and making technical recommendations for the use of Indium Corporation’s materials for customers in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Products include solder paste, solder preforms, fluxes, and thermal management materials. He has more than 20 years of automotive industry experience in PCB assembly and power electronics, including the advanced development of customized electronics. He received an award for developing one of the top 10 innovative patents for automotive LED assembly. Andreas is an ECQA-certified integrated design engineer and earned his Six Sigma Yellow Belt. His thorough understanding of process technologies and project management skills reinforces Indium Corporation’s commitment to providing world-class service to our customers in Europe.
Share on:
Testimonial
"The I-Connect007 team is outstanding—kind, responsive, and a true marketing partner. Their design team created fresh, eye-catching ads, and their editorial support polished our content to let our brand shine. Thank you all! "
Sweeney Ng - CEE PCBSuggested Items
Indium Corporation Earns Mexico Technology Award for New Halogen-Free Flux-Cored Wire
09/18/2025 | Indium CorporationIndium Corporation recently earned a Mexico Technology Award for its new high-reliability, halide- and halogen-free flux-cored wire, CW-807RS, which improves wetting speeds and cycle times for electronics assembly and robot soldering applications.
MacDermid Alpha Showcases Advanced Interconnect Solutions at PCIM Asia 2025
09/18/2025 | MacDermid Alpha Electronics SolutionsMacDermid Alpha Electronic Solutions, a global leader in materials for power electronics and semiconductor assembly, will showcase its latest interconnect innovations in electronic interconnect materials at PCIM Asia 2025, held from September 24 to 26 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, Booth N5-E30
Breakthrough in Non-Contact Solder Removal Earns Kurtz Ersa 2025 Mexico Technology Award at SMTA Guadalajara
09/18/2025 | Kurtz Ersa Inc.Kurtz Ersa Inc., a leading supplier of electronics production equipment, is proud to announce that it has been awarded a 2025 Mexico Technology Award in the category of Rework & Repair for its HR 600P Automatic Rework System.
Knocking Down the Bone Pile: Best Practices for Electronic Component Salvaging
09/17/2025 | Nash Bell -- Column: Knocking Down the Bone PileElectronic component salvaging is the practice of recovering high-value devices from PCBs taken from obsolete or superseded electronic products. These components can be reused in new assemblies, reducing dependence on newly purchased parts that may be costly or subject to long lead times.
Koh Young, Fuji, and Kurtz ERSA Drive Smart Manufacturing Solutions for EV and Automotive Electronics at Kunshan, China Technical Seminar
09/11/2025 | Koh YoungKoh Young Technology, the global leader in True 3D measurement-based inspection solutions, partnered with Fuji Corporation and Kurtz ERSA to host an exclusive technical seminar for leading automotive manufacturers in East China. Held on September 4 at Fuji’s factory in Kunshan, the event gathered participants representing over 35 companies.