SAN DIEGO, CA – PARMI USA, INC., a leader in advanced 3D inspection systems, is pleased to announce the appointment of Prosperar Solutions, led by Henrique Dantas, Commercial Director, as its new representative in Brazil.

Based in Campinas, São Paulo, Prosperar Solutions is recognized as a key partner to the electronics industry, providing solutions for PCB assembly, semiconductor manufacturing, 3D inspection, optoelectronic measuring systems, industrial automation, BGA rework, X-ray inspection, and smart component storage. With its strong presence in Brazil’s “Silicon Valley,” Prosperar is ideally positioned to support PARMI’s growth and customer service in the region.

Henrique Dantas brings more than two decades of industry expertise, including leadership roles in sales, account management, and manufacturing engineering across the SMT, THT, and EMS sectors.

His career highlights include founding and managing an EMS company, building strong partnerships in the SMT market, and delivering significant sales growth through customer-focused strategies.

"We are very excited to welcome Prosperar Solutions and Henrique Dantas to the PARMI network," said Juan Arango, Head of Sales and Business Development, PARMI USA, Inc. "Brazil is a vital market for electronics manufacturing, and Henrique’s expertise and strong relationships will allow us to better serve customers while expanding our footprint in the region."

Prosperar Solutions will represent PARMI’s full portfolio of 3D inspection systems, providing Brazilian customers with local technical expertise, responsive support, and access to world-class inspection technology.

MANASSAS, VA – ZESTRON, the global leader in high-precision cleaning solutions and services, is excited to announce the addition of a new capability in its Technical Center in Manassas, VA: The EPS by i-Tech AG 75 Pallet Cleaning System. This expanded capability allows ZESTRON to better support customers by demonstrating a maintenance cleaning process that supports PCBA manufacturing.

The EPS by i-Tech AG 75 Pallet Cleaning System is a highly efficient air agitation cleaning system designed for the precision cleaning of solder frames and carriers, solder and coating pallets, and condensation filters. With the addition of this advanced system, ZESTRON’s Technical Center is now better equipped to simulate production-scale processes for comprehensive testing and evaluation.

The EPS by i-Tech AG 75 Pallet Cleaning System, other maintenaince cleaners, and PCBA cleaners are available for testing with the full range of ZESTRON’s chemistries at its Technical Center in Manassas, VA. Customers are invited to schedule live demos or send samples for testing with ZESTRON’s range of chemistries to explore the benefits of these advanced cleaning technologies.

With targeted investments in state-of-the-art production systems, BMK is sending a strong signal for future viability, quality, and customer focus. The newly implemented heavy-duty coating line expands the company’s technical capabilities and lays the foundation for even more efficient and flexible coating processes.

Precision and flexibility in protective coating

BMK has commissioned a new heavy-duty coating line specifically designed to meet the demands of modern electronics manufacturing. The line features two coating stations equipped both with a jetting valve for precise selective coating and a curtain applicator for fast and uniform coating of large surfaces. Dual-sided coating in a single pass and an integrated oven with carrier return ensure a continuous and efficient process. The system is designed for assemblies weighing up to ten kilograms, making it ideal for protective coating of large power electronics. Thanks to rapid changeover capabilities, the line also offers high flexibility for a wide range of product variants.

Shaping the future through technology

With ongoing investments, BMK reaffirms its commitment to technological leadership and to providing all customers with tailored, future-proof solutions of the highest quality. Managing Director Dr. Bärbel Götz emphasizes: "Our new coating line enables us to respond even faster, more precisely, and more flexibly to our customers’ needs. This not only gives us a technological edge but also strengthens our position as a sustainable and reliable partner in electronics manufacturing."

BMK company profile

BMK, headquartered in Augsburg, is a leading provider of electronic engineering and electronic manufacturing services (EMS). BMK's service portfolio covers the entire life cycle of electronic assemblies and complete devices. In addition to development, production, and end-of-life management, BMK offers individual fulfilment / logistics services and supply chain management. The company employs 1,544 people at seven locations in Germany, the Czech Republic, Israel and China.

Altus Group, a leading distributor of capital equipment in the UK and Ireland, has promoted Mike Todd to Operations Director. Mike has been with the company since 2015 and takes on the role in recognition of his outstanding contribution to aftersales and customer support.

Mike joined Altus as a Spares and Logistics Manager and has progressed through five promotions over the past decade. His new role reflects Altus’ commitment to developing internal talent and delivering exceptional service across its customer base. He now leads the Aftersales and Central Team, supporting customers throughout the lifetime of their machine ownership.

Joe Booth, CEO at Altus Group, said: “Mike thoroughly deserves this promotion, and I’m delighted he has this milestone to celebrate in his tenth year with the company. Aftersales support is complex and often pressurised, especially during breakdown situations, but high-quality support is critical for our reputation in the market. With Mike leading the team, we’ve built a reputation as a safe pair of hands, responsive when needed and proactive when not. I’m really excited to see how the team continues to develop from this strong foundation; we’ve never been in a better position to succeed.”

Aftersales and ongoing customer support are critical to Altus’s long-term success. Over the last five years, the company has focused on increasing the value of its support services while enhancing sales and marketing processes. Altus recognises that excellent support can be as significant a differentiator as the technical capabilities of its machines.

Recent milestones include rolling out a customer CRM, hiring experienced and skilled staff, merging technical teams, developing professional services, expanding service contracts, improving customer satisfaction, and maintaining ISO accreditations.

Altus has ambitious plans to further enhance its support capabilities through new hires, new services, and initiatives aimed at delivering more value to customers. Mike’s promotion reflects the company’s commitment to delivering excellent pre and post-sales support, and ensuring customers get the most from their equipment.