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ViTrox Expands Its Reach in North America, Driving Innovation in the Region's Manufacturing Industry
PENANG, MALAYSIA – ViTrox, which aims to be the world’s most trusted technology company is honored to announce its recent developments in the North American region.
Key Drivers of Outstanding Revenue Record
Throughout the years, ViTrox strives to innovate the most advanced and intelligent solutions to meet customers’ demands and optimize the production process. ViTrox offers a series of SMT PCBA solutions ranging from our V310i Advanced 3D Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) Solutions, V510i Advanced 3D Optical Inspection (AOI) Solutions, V810i Advanced 3D X-Ray Inspection (AXI) Solutions, V9i Advanced Robotic Vision (ARV) Solutions, and our Industry 4.0 Manufacturing Intelligence - V-ONE. To keep up with the market demands, we will also be introducing the all-new Semicon AOI, Micro AOI and Micro SPI.
Our V510i 3D AOI and V810i 3D AXI solutions are IPC-CFX certified where the intelligent features match the ever-changing demands in the electronics manufacturing industry and help customers to move towards Smart Manufacturing with higher productivity and efficiency. Both solutions are equipped with Artificial Intelligent (A.I.) to automate the programming process and aim to aid customers in achieving efficient and effective manufacturing processes.
The Unsung Key Contributors
ViTrox is grateful to have visionary leaders who are always willing to embrace challenges and lead the team toward its goals. Recently, Mr Richard Osborne who has over 20 years of experience in the SMT industry has been promoted to be ViTrox's Senior General Manager (formally Business Development Director) for the United States and Canada. Besides, Mr Seow Zi Yang, who joined ViTrox in 2009, has been promoted to Global Sales Director (formally Senior Manager). Both of them are playing crucial roles in driving the continued success of ViTrox's Automated Board Inspection Division.
Strong Teamwork To Deliver Excellence
ViTrox's success is largely due to the strong support provided by our US team and Sales Channel Partners (SCPs), who continuously offer top-notch solutions and services to our customers. To meet the increasing number of customer requests and demands, we are searching for talented sales and technical experts for the US and Mexico regions. We believe that a strong team helps establish robust and trusted networking opportunities with customers. We look forward to welcoming new talent to join our big family.
Advanced innovations, great leadership, and strong teamwork are crucial elements in driving great success for ViTrox. As Executive Vice President Mr Wee Kah Khim said, "We are grateful to have a team of talented members who put in relentless efforts to achieve a common goal. We believe that with this strong momentum, we can continue to provide excellent solutions and service to our valued customers.”
PHELPS, NY – Z-AXIS has hired Carmen Sapp, an experienced customer service professional, as its new Sales Manager. Carmen brings 26 years of customer service experience to the Rochester-area company, which provides electronic design and manufacturing services all under one roof. Z-AXIS was founded in 1989 and is locally owned and managed.
“I’ve hired a lot of Sales Manager over the years, but I’ve finally found the right person for the job,” said Michael Allen, Z-AXIS’ President. “Customers wanted to be served rather than sold to”, Allen explained, “and Carmen’s experience and focus on customer service makes her ideal for her role with us.”
Carmen joined Z-AXIS in February and combines a dedication to customer service with a skilled approach to operations and management. She is also a strong information technology professional and a graduate of the Ray-Vogue College of Design in Chicago, Illinois. Before joining Z-AXIS, Carmen was a site manager for Calvin Klein and a Store Leader for Kate Spade New York.
“In the short time she’s been with us, Carmen has adapted well to our culture already,” Michael Allen added. “’Never be surprised that you’re surprised’ is a saying at Z-AXIS for reason,” Allen continued, “and Carmen joins a great group of employees, including an internal auditing team that was recently credited for the best quality management system that our ISO registrar says she’s ever seen.”
CRANSTON, RI – AIM Solder, a leading global manufacturer of solder assembly materials for the electronics industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Jua Coates to Customer Service Supervisor for AIM Solder Rhode Island.
Jua brings several years of experience in building and managing high-performing customer service teams in manufacturing environments to AIM. A proponent of the Voice of the Customer (VoC) methodology, Jua will guide the customer service team toward customized service, rapid conflict resolution, and increased customer satisfaction and loyalty.
“AIM’s top priority is providing exceptional customer experiences every step of the way,” said Kelly Cardone, AIM’s Director of Marketing & Customer Experience. “The addition of Jua to our US Customer Service Team is part of the company’s overall commitment to provide the highest level of service to our customers around the world, and we are confident that he will help AIM deliver on that promise in the United States.”
Jua can be reached at jcoates@aimsolder.com
NORTH BILLERICA, MA – BTU International, Inc., a leading supplier of advanced thermal processing equipment for the electronics manufacturing market, will exhibit at the following upcoming events where they will discuss Aqua Scrub™ flux management technology and PYRAMAX™ reflow ovens.
- SMTA Dallas Expo & Tech Forum on Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at the Plano Event Center in Plano, TX
- SMTA Houston Expo & Tech Expo on Thursday, March, 30, 2023, at the Stafford Centre in Stafford, TX.
The Aqua Scrub flux management system is purpose-built as a stand-alone system that can be easily retrofitted on PYRAMAX reflow ovens in the field as well as optional on new PYRAMAX ovens from the factory. The next-generation solder reflow flux management system is designed to decrease operational cost by 4X compared to traditional condensation systems. Aqua Scrub’s patent-pending design uses an aqueous-based gas scrubbing technology compatible with most known paste and flux types.
“Our Aqua Scrub flux management system has been widely adopted in many high- volume production lines in the Southwest region,” said Isaiah Smith, regional sales manager for BTU. “Aqua Scrub is a truly novel system allowing efficient flux collection regardless of chemistry, and our system has been further optimized with a new more efficient rinse agent, and improved gas extraction,” added Smith.
BTU PYRAMAX reflow ovens provide optimized lead-free processing for the ultimate productivity and efficiency. BTU’s exclusive closed-loop convection control provides precise heating and cooling, programmable heat transfer, and reduced nitrogen consumption, adding up to the lowest Cost of Ownership in the industry. With 6, 8, 10, and 12-zone air or nitrogen models, 350°C maximum temperature, and a comprehensive menu of options, Pyramax™ reflow ovens are the industry’s most versatile performers and best value.
To learn more visit www.btu.com
CLINTON, NY – Indium Corporation’s Principal Engineer and Manager for Thermal Interface Materials Applications Dr. Andy Mackie, Ph.D., will deliver a webinar presentation as part of the International Electronics Manufacturing Initiative’s (iNEMI) Packaging Tech Topic Series on Tuesday, March 28.
Dr. Mackie’s presentation will address the evolution of power electronics packaging, focusing in particular on advancements in assembly and thermal interface materials. The webinar will cover the challenges and solutions associated with power electronics packaging, and the impact of emerging technologies such as silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) and the new challenges they pose. Dr. Mackie will also provide an in-depth analysis of the different types of materials used in power electronics packaging, their advantages, and limitations, as well as share insight into the future direction of power electronics packaging and the potential for further advancements in assembly and thermal interface materials to enable more efficient and reliable power electronic systems.
“As power electronics become increasingly important in modern electronic systems, it is essential for the industry to understand the packaging challenges we face, as well as the critical role that assembly and thermal interface materials have to play in addressing those challenges,” said Mackie. “I want to thank iNEMI for giving me the platform to share my experiences and help our industry move forward.”
The webinar is open to all industry professionals (iNEMI membership is not necessary); advance registration is required. Click here to register.
Dr. Mackie is an electronics industry expert with a technical background in physical chemistry, surface chemistry, rheology, and semiconductor fabrication and assembly materials and processes. His professional experience covers all aspects of electronics manufacturing from wafer fabrication to semiconductor packaging and SMT/electronics assembly. In his current role, he is focused on identifying thermal material needs and trends for various high-performance applications, as well as the development and testing of innovative solutions to meet the emerging thermal interface material requirements. Dr. Mackie has been an invited international keynote speaker and has lectured internationally on subjects ranging from sub-ppb metals analysis in supercritical carbon dioxide to solder paste rheology. He holds patents in novel polymers, heterogeneous catalysis, and solder paste formulation. Dr. Mackie holds a Ph.D. in physical chemistry from the University of Nottingham, UK, and a Master’s of Science (MSc) in colloid and interface science from the University of Bristol, UK.
DOWNERS GROVE, IL – Hirose Electric USA is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®. The prestigious award is based on what current employees say about their experience working at Hirose USA. This year, 89% of employees said it’s a great place to work, 57 points higher than the average U.S. company.
Great Place to Work is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention, and increased innovation.
“Great Place to Work Certification™ isn’t something that comes easily – it takes ongoing dedication to the employee experience,” said Sarah Lewis-Kulin, vice president of global recognition at Great Place to Work. “It’s the only official recognition determined by employees’ real-time reports of their company culture. Earning this designation means that Hirose Electric US is one of the best companies to work for in the country.”
“We are very excited to be a Great Place to Work-Certified company. Hirose operates with employee happiness and prospects as a main priority,” said President and COO, Shinya (Sid) Tono. “We owe our continuous growth, financial stability, success, and a brighter future to our entire team of dedicated employees at Hirose Electric group. We celebrate and thank them all for their efforts, and this recognition.”
This year, the company kicked off a campaign to understand an employee’s experience on an individual level. The Hirose USA HR department, with the support of the executive management team, conducted one on one interviews with every employee within the organization. The feedback was very positive and will become part of the culture moving forward.
Hirose also opened a new 18,000 sq foot Americas corporate headquarters on the 19th floor, in Downers Grove, IL with a tech savvy aesthetic that has motivated many employees to travel to the office with our recent hybrid schedule. This hybrid schedule coupled with the new high-tech office has most employees feeling a newfound sense of pride. Within the new office, Hirose has a room designated for a golf simulator as well as an area for employee relaxation that features gaming technology and Virtual Reality Glasses from some current customers. These additions have helped to foster a workplace that does not only boost morale, and relieve stress, but also encourage creativity among team members and increase productivity and teamwork.
According to Great Place to Work research, job seekers are 4.5 times more likely to find a great boss at a Certified great workplace. Additionally, employees at Certified workplaces are 93% more likely to look forward to coming to work, and are twice as likely to be paid fairly, earn a fair share of the company’s profits, and have a fair chance at promotion.
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