REDDITCH, UK – Altus Group, a leading distributor of capital equipment in the UK and Ireland, is pleased to announce a significant addition to their team with the appointment of a new Applications Engineer. This strategic move underscores Altus's commitment to providing exceptional customer support in the UK.

Nick Hurrell has joined the Inspection Team and brings a wealth of experience and an understanding of electronics production and the industry landscape. His professional journey is marked by an impressive track record in the production environment, encompassing all aspects of electronics production, including Surface Mount Technology, Through-Hole Technology, and testing procedures. He has previously held roles that entailed machine selection, implementation, and process improvement, showcasing his proficiency in optimising production processes for maximum efficiency.

Nick has already built a strong relationship with Altus, working with the company on past projects. He is also well-versed in the diverse range of brands within the Altus portfolio, such as Koh Young, Kolb, YJ Link, and Heller. This knowledge positions him as an ideal addition to the team due to his comprehensive understanding of customer pain points, industry dynamics, and the unique pressures of those operating in the field.

Jiri Kucera, Altus Operations Director, said: "We have been very strategic and fortunate with our recent recruiting efforts, bringing on talented individuals who deliver immediate impact and share our vision for the future.

"Nick is precisely the high-calibre engineer we seek - someone with the experience, mind-set, and drive to provide complete solutions, not just support equipment. His in-depth knowledge of the full production environment will allow us to focus on the big picture and truly add value for our customers. I'm eager to see the contributions he'll make to our team."

Nick Hurrell added: "With years of experience collaborating with Altus from the customer perspective, I'm pleased to join the team to take on this exciting new challenge.

"It's clear Altus has an ambitious vision and a stellar reputation that keeps growing. The extensive portfolio of best-in-class products and processes is very impressive. I'm eager to leverage my knowledge of these solutions to further enhance the company's standing and continue elevating our support to customers."

As Application Engineer, Nick will work closely with Anthony Oh, Operations Manager - Inspection Products at Altus Group. His appointment significantly bolsters Altus's Inspection Team, which is paramount in ensuring comprehensive support for customers across the southern region of the UK.

SALEM, NH ― Emerald EMS, an innovative solutions provider, announces the successful acquisition of Ascentron, Inc., based near Medford, Oregon. This strategic move reinforces Emerald EMS' dedication to expanding its capabilities and geographic presence, enabling the company to better serve its customers and foster continued growth.

Ascentron has an extensive customer base within the Life Sciences and Aerospace sectors. With its FDA registration, Ascentron has established itself as a trusted and reliable partner in the highly regulated healthcare industry. This acquisition not only broadens Emerald EMS' customer base but also adds a wealth of expertise in the specialized fields of Life Sciences and Aerospace.

Emerald named Amanda Brewer to lead the newly acquired operation.

In a statement, Brewer expressed her enthusiasm for this new chapter, saying, "Ascentron has established a strong reputation and a highly regarded team in the Pacific Northwest. I am humbled and honored to be part of this esteemed group and to have this revered team join the Emerald family. Together, we anticipate exciting opportunities, and I am eager to uphold our tradition of delivering exceptional service and quality to our valued customers."

Ascentron CEO Hartmut Liebel emphasized, "This addition to the Emerald family of companies expands our geographical footprint through the addition of a facility in Southern Oregon, thereby reinforcing our commitment to serving our customers in the western United States."

This acquisition complements Emerald EMS's established network of engineering services and manufacturing facilities, including domestic locations in California, Michigan, and New Hampshire, as well as international facilities in Shenzhen, China, and Penang, Malaysia.

SAN JOSE -- 42Q, a Sanmina division and developer of manufacturing execution systems (MES), released 42Q Smart Manufacturing V16.0.

Traditionally, manufacturers have had to adapt their workflow and terminology to the constraints of their chosen MES solution. In this release, 42Q puts manufacturers in control and allows them to compose dynamic user interfaces, adopt unique terminology and select languages to suit their business.

Recognizing that every customer has distinct requirements, 42Q Smart Manufacturing V16.0 offers an unprecedented level of reconfiguration of modular components. Dynamic user interfaces can be composed by organizing building blocks of widgets. Manufacturers can select from readily available widgets or develop their own using a low code approach. This allows users to do everything they need in one place, integrate data from multiple systems and configure process flows for highly specialized manufacturing.

Manufacturing operations use distinct terminology based on the regulations and needs of different industries. Mapping this language to the terms used in a specific MES solution can create additional challenges. 42Q Smart Manufacturing V16.0 addresses this issue by intelligently recognizing and adapting to industry-specific terminology, resulting in clear, precise communication and alignment with the language used in regulatory compliance and industry standards.

Typically manufacturers depend on MES providers to deliver different language translations. 42Q Smart Manufacturing V16.0 allows manufacturers to seamlessly localize the user interface. The result is a factory environment that optimizes international collaboration.

"Growth in digital technologies and changing business needs, requires factory operations to be more agile and flexible than ever. With the levels of personalization and localization in this major release customers can accelerate their journey towards a smarter, more efficient manufacturing process," said Manesh Patel, Chief Operating Officer at 42Q.

42Q Smart Manufacturing V16.0 is available today.

About 42Q

42Q, a Sanmina division, delivers a full-featured, cloud-based MES solution developed by manufacturers for manufacturers. It has been proven as the simplest way to accelerate digital factory transformation. The solution can be deployed in a few weeks, significantly reducing risk and disruption. 42Q provides full product traceability, route enforcement, cycle time, asset performance, defect and repair loop, electronic work instructions, serialization, and more. 42Q's architecture is accessible, reliable, scalable, and secure.

More information about the company is available at www.42-q.com.

Indium Corporation is pleased to announce that Jim McCoy has been promoted to the position of Product Manager for Engineered Solder Materials (ESM).

In his new role, McCoy pursues market opportunities for ESM products, developing competitive knowledge, and driving adoption of Indium Corporation’s metal thermal interface material (TIM) products.

“Jim plays a key role in managing the relationship with key accounts as well as utilizing his experience to create new opportunities,” said Jon Major, Associate Director Sales Operations & Tech Support. “We look forward to seeing him build off his previous successes and excel in his new position.”

McCoy joined Indium Corporation in 2014 as a talent acquisition coordinator and was promoted to a supervisor role in 2017. His most recent role at Indium Corporation was working as a product specialist where he researched and aligned customer needs with product capabilities to facilitate current and prospective business within the Engineered Solder Materials segment. McCoy holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Western New England University and an MBA in Technology Management from the State University of New York Polytechnic University. He is a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt and a graduate of the Dale Carnegie Leadership Skills for Success Program.

About Indium Corporation

Indium Corporation® is a premier materials refiner, smelter, manufacturer, and supplier to the global electronics, semiconductor, thin-film, and thermal management markets. Products include solders and fluxes; brazes; thermal interface materials; sputtering targets; indium, gallium, germanium, and tin metals and inorganic compounds; and NanoFoil®. Founded