INGLESIDE, IL – IDENTCO – a manufacturer of high-performance labeling solutions for the power equipment, electronics, transportation, and general industrial sector – will present the challenges associated with cleaning- and heat-related PCB label adhesion and legibility issues during the SMTA High Reliability Cleaning & Conformal Coating Conference (CCCC), which takes place in Dallas from August 29-31. Shahela Ali, Director of Global Marketing for IDENTCO, will present PCB Labels & Cleaning Agents: Critical Compatibility on August 30 at 3pm.

Despite frequently being overlooked, the ways in which labels and labeling components interact in cleaning and coating environments is crucial. In electronics manufacturing, the relationship between these two distinct disciplines is both symbiotic and fundamental. Printed circuit boards must be clean – and must also be clearly marked and reliably traceable.

Ms. Ali’s presentation will explore this mission-critical topic, including an overview of labeling materials best suited to withstand powerful cleaning agents and harsh SMT environments. It also will discuss the need for conformal coaters and cleaning agent providers to work more synergistically with labeling experts to collectively serve electronics customers.

IDENTCO was selected to present largely due to its prowess in this niche. At Booth #4, the company will showcase one of its latest series of labels for PCB applications, featuring a substrate developed exclusively for IDENTCO by a prominent industry materials and coating supplier. Called TT413, the labels easily withstand prolonged, repeated exposure to the chemicals and high temperatures typical to post-production washing processes. Helpfully, the series is designed for on-demand thermal transfer printing of variable information – a plus for electronics companies incorporating serialization and/or anti-counterfeiting coding into their production practices.

During her presentation, Ms. Ali will elaborate on the broad range of factors that commonly impact PCB labeling durability.

“PCB labels can experience any number of critical failures due to cleaning agents or high temperatures, from fading and flaking to smearing and even complete detachment or disappearance,” said Ms. Ali. “I look forward to discussing solutions to these pitfalls, including the importance of real-world scenario testing and equipping PCB labels with materials-science based endurance and protection.”

SANTA CLARA, CA – Promex today said it has promoted VP of Engineering David Fromm to chief operating officer.

The Santa Clara, California-based subsystems supplier hired Fromm in March. Promex said Fromm will also remain VP of engineering and lead the operations, engineering, and business development teams.

“Dave has walked in the shoes of OEM engineers, project leads, and procurement decision-makers. He is uniquely qualified to bring a customer-focused perspective to every aspect of the Promex business,” Promex CEO Richard Otte said in a news release. “He understands how to partner for turnkey, vertically integrated approaches to creating the smallest, most complex medical devices that are enabled with microelectronics.”

Before joining Promex, Fromm worked with the company as a customer for nearly 10 years. He was previously director of instrument research at Cepheid, where he led hardware and technology R&D for next-generation platforms. He collaborated with Promex on the development and construction of subassemblies for a point-of-care molecular diagnostics device.

“I needed a partner capable of iterating and building out the vision, from a blank piece of paper through design maturity, for very complex projects,” Fromm said in the news release. “My leadership at Promex is shaped by what appealed to me as a customer – the company’s capabilities, flexibility, and problem-solving skills. Promex can take early, abstract requirements and scale them into successful production and commercialization.”

Fromm holds a PhD in physical chemistry from Stanford University and a B.A. in biochemistry from the University of Colorado-Boulder. He also has patents for molecular diagnostics systems and high-speed atomic force microscopy.

Fromm will oversee technical developments for high-quality, scalable assembly and manufacturing of complex medical devices that incorporate microelectronics, Promex said. Promex offers microelectronic component assembly, process design and packaging for medtech and biotechnology firms.

SANTA CLARA, CA – Absolute EMS, Inc., an award-winning EMS provider of turnkey contract manufacturing services, reaffirms its dedication to continuous improvement by investing in the training of its touchup, quality control, and final quality assurance operators to J-STD-001 Class 3 standards. The comprehensive onsite training, conducted over a span of five days, demonstrates Absolute EMS’ ongoing commitment to delivering exceptional contract manufacturing services.

J-STD-001, developed by the IPC (Association Connecting Electronics Industries), is a widely recognized industry standard for soldering and assembly of electronic components. The training equips operators with the knowledge and skills required to perform soldering and assembly processes to the highest quality standards, ensuring reliable and consistent results across manufacturing operations.

The training agenda encompassed a comprehensive range of topics, including proper soldering techniques, understanding various solder alloys, component identification, inspection criteria, and quality assurance practices. The rigorous curriculum was meticulously designed to empower operators with the proficiency to meet the stringent requirements of J-STD-001 and deliver products that surpass industry expectations.

“We are delighted to announce the successful completion of J-STD-001 training for our touchup, QC, and final QA operators,” stated Ray Amirkiai, Quality Manager at Absolute EMS. “This achievement reflects our unwavering dedication to providing our customers with products of the highest quality and reliability.”

The training was facilitated by Circuit Technology Inc., a renowned provider of electronics assembly training solutions. The collaboration with such a respected industry partner ensures that Absolute EMS’ operators receive the latest knowledge and insights in electronics manufacturing practices.

Certified to ISO13485:2016, AS9100 Rev D, ISO 9001:2015 and J-STD-001 Class 3 standards, including the Space Addendum, Absolute EMS sets the bar high in terms of precision and reliability. With the additional distinction of being UL Registered and operating under NAICS code 334418, Absolute EMS establishes itself as a trusted partner across diverse sectors. Absolute EMS continues to set new standards in electronics manufacturing by embracing opportunities for improvement and nurturing a skilled and knowledgeable workforce. This commitment enables the company to provide clients with high-quality, reliable, and innovative solutions that meet and exceed industry expectations.

Absolute EMS is a leader in end-to-end electronic manufacturing services solutions that help its customers rapidly introduce innovative new technology by facilitating speed-to-market in their marketplace. Based in Silicon Valley, the company provides world-class Printed Circuit Board Assembly (PCBA).

For more information about Absolute EMS and its comprehensive electronics manufacturing services, please visit www.absolute-ems.com

TOKYO – Saki Corporation, an innovator in the field of automated optical and X-ray inspection equipment, announces the opening of its new Mexican office in Zapopan, Jalisco. Perfectly situated in the manufacturing hub of the Guadalajara Metropolitan Area, the new office is the home for Saki’s subsidiary, Saki America de México S.A. de C.V. With direct links for customers across the North and South American continents, Saki’s modern facility offers an important location for service, sales, and demonstrating of its world-class range of electronics manufacturing inspection machines. The opening ceremony was held on August 8, 2023.

With its new Mexican subsidiary and dedicated facility, Saki improves further on its impressive global sales and distribution network. For customers across Mexico, as well as those in the US, Canada, and South America, the new center provides a location for demonstrations and further understanding of Saki’s Total Inspection Line Solution - a range of top-quality inspection machines with integrated software and hardware that offers unparalleled efficiency for smart factories.

Saki’s portfolio of quality assurance equipment includes 3D solder printing automatic inspection (3D-SPI), 2D automatic visual inspection (2D-AOI), the latest next-generation 3D-AOI, and cutting-edge 3D-AXI machinery for superior x-ray inspection of PCBs and components. Saki hardware and software is developed in tandem for seamless M2M integration with both sister equipment and third-party production line machines.

With an office in the Guadalajara Metropolitan Area, Saki has carefully selected a location to provide local service to one of the greatest electronic manufacturing regions in the Americas. Both established customers in the area and those who are considering Saki’s equipment for the first time will benefit from local support and the ability to discuss Saki’s range with experienced specialist engineers and sales advisors. Plans for the office include demonstrations and technical training with some of the most knowledgeable Saki engineers in the world.

Customers can visit Saki’s new office in Zapopan to better understand how to solve their manufacturing quality assurance issues and develop future-looking smart factories with lower maintenance overheads, reducing staffing costs and superior product delivery.

“Opening an office in the key region of Guadalajara shows how Saki both values and provides for its international customers,” said Norihiro Koike, President and CEO of Saki Corporation. “Saki products represent the pinnacle of electronics quality assurance, and we are excited to serve the Americas from this important central location.”

Ricardo Fuentes, Sales Manager at Saki’s regional distribution partner PAC Mexico S.A. de C.V. added: “We are delighted to have strong backing from Saki with its new office in Mexico, in order to boost sales of Saki equipment in the Mexico region and strengthen technical support for our customers.”

The new address for the Saki America de México S.A. de C.V. office is:
Av Vallarta 6503-F67, Col. Ciudad Granja
Zapopan, Jalisco
México CP 45010
Phone: +52 3338576488

For more information about Saki visit www.sakicorp.com/en/