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Breaking News: New Episode of NCAB Podcast Series Explores Cutting-edge Thermal Management Solutions
In this episode we continue the conversation with NCAB Field Application Engineer Ryan Miller as we dive into practical design and manufacturing...
Canadian Circuits Inc. Unveils Rapid Prototype PCB Assembly Service to Accelerate Innovation

Canadian Circuits Inc. (CCI), a leading provider of high-quality, made-in-Canada, Printed Circuit Board (PCB) solutions, is proud to announce the...
Koh Young Installs 24,000th Inspection System at Top 20 EMS

Koh Young, the global leader in True 3D measurement-based inspection and metrology solutions, proudly announces the installation of its 24,000th...
ASMPT Presents Die Bonder with Intelligent Features

ASMPT, the leading supplier of production equipment for advanced packaging and semiconductor assembly, introduces its flagship INFINITE bonder, which...
Legislative Update: Is the SEMI Investment Act Inclusive of PCB and Substrates?

In response to this week's news about new U.S. legislation being put forth by SEMI to support our domestic electronics supply chain—the...
The Test Connection Inc. Appoints USM Reps as Exclusive Sales Representative in Mexico

The Test Connection Inc. (TTCI), a leading provider of electronic test and manufacturing solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of USM...
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Innovative Technology Advancements in Test: HATS² Technology and Its Impact on Reliability Testing
May 14, 2025 | Barry Matties, I-Connect007

Ensuring the reliability of printed circuit boards (PCBs) has become increasingly difficult and critical, yet the development of advanced testing methodologies is essential to meeting industry demands and addressing persistent challenges. One significant innovation is the High Acceleration Thermal Shock (HATS²) test system, which transforms how reliability testing is conducted. After 40 years in the testing business at Microtek, Bob Neves is beginning a new journey with his company, Reliability Assessment Solutions Inc. (RAS).
Global Sourcing Spotlight: Tariffs—The New Reality
May 14, 2025 | Bob Duke, Global Sourcing Spotlight

Navigating the complexities of international trade has become increasingly challenging following the imposition of tariffs by the Trump administration on imports from countries including China, Mexico, and Canada. These tariffs—ranging from 10–25% and higher—have major implications for businesses engaged in global sourcing.
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Knocking Down the Bone Pile: Gold Mitigation for Class 2 Electronics
May 7, 2025 | Nash Bell, Knocking Down the Bone Pile
In electronic assemblies, the integrity of connections between components is paramount for ensuring reliability and performance. Gold embrittlement and dissolution are two critical phenomena that can compromise this integrity. Gold...
Punching Out: Your Financial Preparation for a Sale
May 7, 2025 | Tom Kastner, Punching Out!
When preparing for a sale, it’s important to clean up the financials as much as possible. The fewer questions and the less that needs to be explained, the easier it is to get through due diligence without slowing things down or...
Nolan's Notes: The Next Killer App in Component Manufacturing
May 2, 2025 | Nolan Johnson, Nolan's Notes
For quite a while, I’ve been wondering what the next “killer app” will be in electronics manufacturing and why it has been so long since the last disruptive change in EMS. I believe the answer lies in artificial intelligence,...
The Knowledge Base: Unlocking the Invisible—The Critical Role of X-ray Technology
April 29, 2025 | Mike Konrad, The Knowledge Base
From detecting voids under BGAs to solder defects in high-reliability applications, X-ray inspection has become an indispensable tool in modern manufacturing. But how is the technology evolving? What challenges do experts face in...
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- IPC-CFX, 2.0: Expanding the Digital Backbone of Electronics Manufacturing by Chris Jorgensen
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