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North Attleboro, MA — July 2025 — DISTRON CORPORATION, a leading U.S.-based electronics contract manufacturer, has expanded its selective soldering capacity with the acquisition of a Juki Cube Inline Selective Soldering System. This marks the company’s second Juki soldering platform—joining an earlier Cube 460 installation that has already demonstrated reliable performance in DISTRON’s high-reliability production environment.
The newly deployed Cube Inline system delivers improved precision, flexibility, and productivity. With two independent soldering heads and inline integration, it streamlines throughput and supports conveyor board sizes up to 460 × 460 mm (~18 × 18 in)—key for high-mix, high-reliability production across medical, defense, aerospace, and industrial markets. The Cube Inline builds on core Juki capabilities such as servo‑driven XY and flux axes, ActiveFlow solder circulation, and multiple nozzle support for board and component variability.
“Our first Juki Cube 460 has proven itself as a workhorse, so adding the inline model was a natural step forward,” said Robert H. Donovan, CEO of DISTRON. “The Cube Inline gives us twice the headroom, tighter process control, and faster changeovers—essential as we continue to grow in sectors demanding zero‑defect soldering.”
The Cube Inline platform offers advanced features including offline programming, high‑precision servo motion, fiducial recognition, and full nitrogen support to reduce oxidation and improve joint consistency. Its modular architecture supports ActiveFlow modules, quick-change solder pots, and nozzle configurations to enable efficient transitions between different paint profiles and alloy types
This strategic upgrade reinforces DISTRON’s commitment to lean, high-quality electronics manufacturing using trusted automation technologies. With selective soldering now fully automated and scalable, DISTRON can deliver complex assemblies faster, more accurately, and with industry-leading consistency.
For more information about DISTRON’s capabilities, visit www.DISTRON.com.
About DISTRON CORPORATION
Founded in 1970, DISTRON CORPORATION is a premier, family-owned electronic contract manufacturer based in New England. With over five decades of experience, DISTRON offers a full suite of services including surface mount assembly, testing, inspection, warehousing, and fulfillment. The company partners with customers across industries such as medical devices, military and defense, clean tech, lighting, industrial electronics, and robotics. Known for its quality, flexibility, and customer-centric approach, DISTRON is committed to delivering reliable solutions from prototype through production.
TROY, MI ― July 2025 ― Amtech Electrocircuits, a leading provider of manufacturing solutions, has introduced a trio of critical process enhancements aimed at helping customers navigate today’s evolving supply chain and production demands.
Amtech now offers a Tariff Management and Cost Intelligence Tool that tracks customs duties in real time at the work-order level. Customers gain instant insight into tariff exposure and sourcing risk, enabling smarter quoting decisions and stronger cost resilience.
In parallel, Amtech embedded DMAIC (Define‑Measure‑Analyze‑Improve‑Control) training into its project management workflows. This shift toward structured problem-solving and standardized process execution boosts consistency across global sites.
A newly launched Pre‑Production Job Setup Department ensures that every build is staged with verified programs, tooling, and material before entering the shop floor, minimizing surprises, downtime, and build variability.
“These upgrades reflect our focus on execution, visibility, and readiness across every phase from quoting through floor execution,” said Jay Patel, CEO of Amtech. “By tightening cost visibility and staging jobs before production, we’re improving speed, accuracy, and responsiveness for our customers.”
Amtech continues to reinforce its leadership in high-mix, low- to medium-volume manufacturing through strategic process enhancements. By strengthening digital integration and operational control, the company ensures that customers can scale reliably, even amid tariff shifts, sudden product ramps, or global complexity.
For more information about Amtech Electrocircuits and their agile electronics manufacturing solutions, please visit www.buildamtech.com.
About Amtech Electrocircuits
Amtech Electrocircuits is a second-generation family-owned business at the forefront of the electronics manufacturing industry, specializing in the design and production of high-quality printed circuit boards (PCBs) and integrated circuits. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, Amtech focuses on being responsive to the needs of our customers, offering a reliable and robust set of agile resources designed for a high-mix environment. The company serves a diverse clientele across the industrial/commercial, medical device, automotive aftermarket, and general electronics sectors. Headquartered just outside of Detroit in the heart of America’s manufacturing community, Amtech is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of technology to deliver exceptional solutions that power the devices of tomorrow.
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PHILADELPHIA, PA — July 2025 — FlashPCB, a leading provider of quick-turn PCB assembly, has expanded its surface mount production capabilities with the installation of a Heller 1809 MKII reflow oven paired with the KIC ProBot automatic profiling system. This addition supports FlashPCB’s goal of achieving faster throughput, higher quality assurance, and consistent process control across a wide range of PCB builds.
The Heller 1809 MKII is a 9-zone convection reflow oven designed for high-volume environments that require stable thermal performance, low nitrogen consumption, and reduced operating costs. Known for its robust construction and efficient design, the system provides repeatable thermal profiles while optimizing power usage and footprint. Its closed-loop convection technology and advanced thermal uniformity help ensure tight process tolerances, even with complex board layouts.
The KIC ProBot, an embedded reflow monitoring and inspection system, automatically calculates the reflow profile of every assembled production board without disrupting production flow. The system combines real-time data collection with built-in SPC analytics, providing process engineers with actionable insights into soldering quality, and catching anomalies before they become defects. With features such as automatic profile comparison against pre-defined specs, pass/fail indicators, and real-time process control, ProBot ensures full traceability and zero-defect production through the reflow process.
“This new equipment is a powerful upgrade to our reflow capabilities,” said Thomas Castner, CEO at FlashPCB. “The precision of the Heller 1809 MKII, combined with the real-time thermal process inspection from KIC ProBot, enables us to maintain tight quality standards while increasing efficiency across fast-turn projects.”
The equipment is now live at FlashPCB’s facility and supports assembly work for industries including aerospace, medical, consumer electronics, and industrial automation.
For more information, visit www.flashpcb.com.
Atlanta - ECIA’s Executive Conference Committee invites the industry to join a distinguished panel of top CEOs from the electronic components industry for an engaging fireside chat exploring the global forces shaping our industry. This session will offer strategic insights and diverse executive perspectives on the challenges and opportunities presented by today’s rapidly evolving global landscape. Attendees will gain a high-level understanding of how industry leaders are responding to key trends in a conversation moderated by Mike Morton, CEO of TTI, Inc.
"I couldn't be more excited to have these prominent industry CEOs join us for a Fireside Chat at our annual Executive Conference,” commented ECIA President and CEO David Loftus. “Their participation underscores the significance of this event and the critical conversations happening within our industry. We anticipate a dynamic and impactful session that will undoubtedly be a highlight for all attendees."
The ECIA Executive Conference is the PREMIER Event for Industry Executives. The conference is specifically tailored for senior management and executives in the industry's leading companies. The date for the 2025 Executive Conference is October 19-21, 2025 at a NEW LOCATION, the Westin O’Hare Hotel.
View the schedule for more information. Register today to ensure Early Bird Pricing.
About ECIA
The Electronic Components Industry Association (ECIA) is made up of the leading electronic component manufacturers, their independent manufacturer representatives and authorized distributors. ECIA members share a common goal of promoting and improving the business environment for the authorized sale of electronic components. Comprised of a broad array of leaders and professionals representing all phases of the electronics components supply chain, ECIA is where business optimization, product authentication and industry advocacy come together. ECIA members develop industry guidelines and technical standards, as well as generate critical business intelligence. For more information, visit www.ecianow.org or call 678-393-9990.
CRANSTON, RI — July 2025 — Federal Electronics, a leader in providing advanced electronic manufacturing services, has enhanced its surface mount technology (SMT) operations with the installation of a new Heller Industries reflow oven at its facility in Hermosillo. This upgrade supports the company’s continued growth in high-reliability markets such as aerospace, medical, industrial, and instrumentation.
The new Heller oven brings a range of performance advantages to Federal Electronics’ SMT line. With convection-based heating, the system ensures consistent and precise thermal profiles across a wide range of board types and solder paste formulations. Its high throughput capability allows for smooth, uninterrupted production, even when handling complex or densely populated assemblies.
In addition to uniform heating, the oven includes a highly efficient cooling zone, delivering tightly controlled ramp-down rates to protect component integrity. Integrated conveyor systems maintain stable board transfer, ensuring accuracy throughout the reflow process. These features are essential for maintaining solder joint integrity and repeatable results across high-mix production runs.
A key benefit of the new installation is improved process control. The system enables fine-tuning of temperature zones and conveyor speeds to accommodate a wide range of PCB assemblies. For Federal Electronics, this flexibility is especially important when supporting both low- and medium-volume programs across its U.S. and Mexico operations.
“Adding this level of thermal precision and repeatability further strengthens our manufacturing consistency across borders,” said Ed Evangelista, President, Federal Electronics. “It’s part of our commitment to ensuring customers receive the same level of quality and control whether their product is built in Rhode Island or Hermosillo.”
The Heller system supports Federal Electronics’ broader U.S.-Mexico sourcing strategy, allowing OEMs to benefit from cost-effective manufacturing in Mexico without compromising on technical standards or product reliability.
For more information on Federal Electronics and its manufacturing capabilities, visit www.federalelec.com or contact sales@federalelec.com.
WASHINGTON, MO ― July 2025 ― SASinno Americas is pleased to announce the addition of Roberto Vargas as Mexico Sales Manager and Roberto Garcia as Senior Support Engineer for the U.S. and Mexico. These new team members bring extensive experience in electronics assembly and customer support, enhancing SASinno’s ability to deliver sales expertise and technical service across the region.
Roberto Vargas brings more than 35 years of industry experience spanning SMT, THT, and a variety of electronic assembly and manufacturing applications—including work in sectors such as energy, telecom, and industrial automation. His career includes leadership roles in engineering, production, and quality at companies such as Speedline Technologies/Cookson, Global Tech Sales & Services, and General Instrument de México.
He has also served as a trainer and college-level professor, combining technical depth with strong communication skills. In his new role, Vargas will lead SASinno’s sales efforts throughout Mexico, supporting customers with solution-based guidance across the company’s full product portfolio.
Based in California, Roberto Garcia joins SASinno with over 30 years of hands-on technical and field service experience, including decades spent working with inline cleaners, wave soldering machines, reflow ovens, and other electronics manufacturing equipment. He has worked with respected companies such as Technical Devices Company, Westek, and most recently, Alliance Manufacturing, where he provided equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and customer support across North America.
Garcia will play a key role in providing technical service and support to SASinno customers in both the United States and Mexico, helping ensure smooth equipment operation and timely field response.
“Roberto Vargas and Roberto Garcia each bring tremendous experience and insight to our growing team,” said Mike Young, CEO/GM, SASinno Americas. “Their knowledge of the electronics manufacturing industry and their customer-first mindset make them strong additions as we continue to grow across North America.”
SASinno Americas offers a range of electronics manufacturing solutions, including selective soldering systems, PCB depaneling equipment, and automated coating technologies. The expanded team will further strengthen the company’s ability to support customers from pre-sale consultation through post-installation service.
