caLogo

Press Releases

SINGAPORE ― SP Manufacturing Pte Ltd., a leader in comprehensive electronic manufacturing services, is pleased to announce its participation in the MD&M East 2025 exhibition, taking place May 20–22 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. Visit SP Manufacturing at Booth 944 to explore how the company’s world-class PCBA, cable harness, and box build assembly capabilities are powering innovation across critical industries.

Known for its exceptional first-pass yield performance, SP Manufacturing delivers high-quality results from the very first production run. With industry-leading certifications including ISO 13485, AS9100D, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001, the company is a trusted partner for customers in the medical, aerospace, automotive, industrial, telecommunications, and renewable energy sectors. Its certification to IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 standards—as well as FDA, UL, and CSA compliance—further underscores its commitment to the most stringent quality and regulatory benchmarks.

At MD&M East, SP Manufacturing will highlight its service offerings, including advanced functional and in-circuit testing, automated optical inspection (AOI), state-of-the-art cleaning systems, and rapid prototyping. The company also brings deep expertise in supply chain management, helping customers optimize time-to-market while maintaining cost efficiency and product integrity.

“MD&M East brings together the most innovative minds in the medical and manufacturing sectors, and we’re proud to be part of this community,” said Jackson Tan, Global Business Development Director, SP Manufacturing. “We look forward to sharing how our vertically integrated solutions and focus on delivering high-quality results can support companies developing next-generation products in highly regulated environments.”

For more information about SP Manufacturing and its award-winning services, visit www.sp-manufacturing.com.

About SP Manufacturing:

SP Manufacturing is a premier provider of electronic manufacturing services, offering a wide range of solutions including PCB assembly, box build, and comprehensive supply chain management. With a focus on quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver exceptional value and support to businesses across various industries.

Washington, MO – Aligned Solutions, a leading provider of materials and services to the circuit board assembly, semiconductor, and wire processing industries, is pleased to announce that Bryce Timms will assume the role of Regional Sales Representative for Ohio, Kentucky, and Western Pennsylvania. This transition follows Mike Young’s decision to focus his efforts as CEO of Sasinno Americas, a company specializing in advanced soldering solutions.

Bryce Timms brings a wealth of experience in the electronics manufacturing industry, having previously served as Managing Director at Essemtec USA. His expertise in SMT and commitment to customer success make him a valuable addition to the Aligned Solutions team.

Mike Young, who has been instrumental in expanding Aligned Solutions' presence in the Midwest, will now dedicate his leadership to Sasinno Americas. Under his guidance, Sasinno Americas aims to deliver innovative soldering solutions that meet the evolving needs of the electronics manufacturing sector.

“We are excited to welcome Bryce to our team,” said Jim Rittman, Aligned Solutions. “His industry knowledge and dedication to excellence align perfectly with our mission to provide top-tier solutions to our clients. We also extend our gratitude to Mike for his years of service and wish him continued success at Sasinno Americas.”

For more information about Aligned Solutions and its offerings, please visit www.alignedsolutionsinc.com.

About Aligned Solutions

Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Washington, Missouri, Aligned Solutions, Inc. is a trusted manufacturers' representative firm serving the Midwest's electronics manufacturing sector. The company provides equipment, materials, and services to industries including circuit board assembly, semiconductor, and wire processing. With a commitment to aligning technology, people, and innovation, Aligned Solutions supports clients across states such as Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, West Virginia, and Wisconsin. Their expertise spans surface mount and through-hole technology, wire harness assembly, semiconductor prototyping, box build assembly, and high-tech lab support.

WASHINGTON, MO ― SASinno Americas, a leader in advanced soldering technologies, is proud to announce the expansion of its product offerings to include private-labeled fume extraction systems manufactured by Purex International Ltd. This strategic addition aims to provide customers with comprehensive solutions that enhance safety and efficiency in electronics manufacturing. This opportunity is facilitated by Brad Banfill, President of BSE, Inc., the exclusive distributor of Purex in North America.

The newly introduced fume extraction systems, branded under SASinno Americas, are designed to effectively remove hazardous fumes generated during soldering processes. By integrating these systems with SASinno's existing lineup of selective soldering machines, wave soldering machines, and soldering robots, customers can achieve a safer and more compliant manufacturing environment.

"Our commitment to delivering top-tier soldering solutions extends beyond the machines themselves," said Mike Young, CEO of SASinno Americas. "By offering private-labeled fume extraction systems from Purex, we provide our customers with a seamless, integrated approach to ensure both quality and safety in their operations."

The fume extraction systems are now available through SASinno Americas' sales channels. For more information, visit www.sasinnoamericas.com.

About SASinno Americas

SASinno Americas specializes in the development and distribution of advanced soldering equipment, including selective soldering machines, wave soldering machines, and soldering robots. With a focus on innovation and quality, SASinno provides solutions that enhance manufacturing efficiency and product reliability.

Attleborough, MA – DISTRON CORPORATION, a leading U.S.-based electronics contract manufacturer, proudly celebrates the 20th work anniversary of Richard Guerin, Manager and Test Engineer of the company’s Test Department. Since joining DISTRON in 2005, Rich has played an essential role in advancing the company’s engineering and testing capabilities, becoming a cornerstone of its operational excellence.

Rich came to DISTRON seeking a contract manufacturer with a strong reputation for quality and collaboration. What he found was a team—and a mission—that aligned perfectly with his values. Over the past two decades, Rich has been instrumental in both the hands-on and strategic aspects of testing, managing a high-performing team, troubleshooting complex engineering issues, and leading production testing across a wide range of customer programs.

A certified expert in Seica Flying Probe testing—including the V8 and S20/S40 platforms—Rich has helped strengthen DISTRON’s test offerings and drive efficiency through automation. Among his career highlights, includes: earning recognition from a long-standing customer for his professionalism and leadership, and developing automated testing software that streamlined workflows and delivered measurable cost savings.

“Rich embodies the spirit of continuous improvement and teamwork that defines DISTRON,” said Rob Donovan, CEO of DISTRON CORPORATION. “His technical expertise, problem-solving mindset, and dedication to our customers have made a lasting impact on the company.”

Known for his collaborative leadership style, Rich is deeply motivated by the daily challenges of the job and by his ongoing goal to help make DISTRON the best in the business. He describes the company culture as “collaborative,” a word that reflects the cross-functional teamwork he believes is central to DISTRON’s success.

As DISTRON continues to grow and evolve, the company is proud to celebrate the contributions of employees like Rich who help shape its future.

For more 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.

NORTH ENGLAND – Altus Group, a leading distributor of capital equipment in the UK and Ireland, has promoted Steve Leake to Sales Engineer, strengthening the company's technical sales capabilities across north England.

The new role builds on Steve’s four years of experience with Altus as an Application and Service Engineer. During this time, he has worked closely with customers post-installation, delivering training, conducting maintenance, and providing on-site technical support. He has also played a significant role in pre-sales activity, carrying out equipment demonstrations and sample validations to help identify the right solutions for customer applications.

Steve recently completed a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from the Open University, adding to his strong technical foundations. In his new role, he will combine account management with dedicated pre-sales support, offering a technically informed approach that aligns with Altus’ commitment to support excellence.

Joe Booth, CEO at Altus Group, said: "I am delighted for Steve to move into this new role and one in which I think he will have great success. Steve has a great communication style with customers, leveraging presentation and coaching skills from his background in teaching. He is also a fast learner with a strong real-life understanding of the solutions we support from his experience working with them in the field. Our sales approach is technical and consideration-based, and our customers appreciate having a trusted technical soundboard in their projects, which is something Steve might do better than many in the industry, given his background and technical knowledge. I'm looking forward to Steve getting underway and celebrating his first successful implementation."

Steve will serve as a key point of contact for new and existing customers in the north, ensuring a consistent and high-quality pre-sales experience, from consultation to application validation.

Steve Leake said: "I am excited about this new role and step in my career. I am under no illusion that it won't come with its own learning curve, but I have a great team around me to learn from and support in developing my skills. I believe we have the best range of suppliers and processes of any of our peers. The largest and most knowledgeable after-sales team in the market, and both of these aspects speak for themselves when our customers are looking for partners. Hopefully, my enthusiasm and energy can help us spread the word and will result in even more new and returning customers."

With his strong technical background and customer-focused approach, Steve's move into sales engineering aligns perfectly with Altus Group's 'Focused on support excellence' mantra, which guides every customer interaction from first contact to after-sales support.

www.altusgroup.co.uk.

About the Machine - The Photon steam aging system is used for accelerated life testing. Achieved by subjecting the components to a heated, moisture rich environment, to simulate elongated storage conditions, it has been designed to meet military and other high reliability requirements and specifications. Including several configuration options and the ability to run multiple product types at once, the Photon can be customized to fit the needs of our customers. The Photon Steam Aging system fully complies with all relevant industry standards, including the MIL-STD-202 Method 208 and ANSI-J.

About our Customer - Integra Technologies, a Micross Company, is the largest OSAT company in the United States. They are backed with over 40 years of experience providing full turnkey, end-to-end manufacturing solutions for semiconductor needs. Integra Technologies has been the backbone of high-complexity sectors, including everything from aerospace and automotive to medical and the military. They are equipped to handle unusual materials, unique flows, and high-level requirements with integrity, innovation, and inclusion. Integra Technologies is 100% based in the United States, with dedicated and highly trained teams ready to support every step of the manufacturing process, from Die Prep to DPA & FA. For more information, please visit https://www.integra-tech.com/

About Micross - The Most Complete Provider of Advanced Microelectronic Services and Component, Die & Wafer Solutions. With the broadest authorized access to die & wafer suppliers, and the most comprehensive advanced packaging, assembly, modification and test capabilities, Micross is uniquely positioned to provide unparalleled high-reliability solutions from bare die, to fully packaged devices, to complete program lifecycle sustainment. For more than 40 years, Micross has been a trusted source for the aerospace, defense, space, medical and industrial markets. For more information about Micross, visit LinkedIn and follow us on LinkedIn

About Hentec Industries - Hentec Industries Dba RPS Automation is a leading manufacturer specializing in automated selective soldering, component lead tinning, and solderability test equipment. Since the early 1990s, Hentec/RPS has been at the forefront of advancing soldering and lead finishing technologies for sectors including defense, aerospace, automotive, contract manufacturing, and microelectronics. In its nearly 40-year history, Hentec/RPS has expanded to service and support customers all around the globe. All Hentec/RPS products are designed and manufactured by our dedicated team in Newman Lake, Washington, USA.

Page 32 of 1287

Don't have an account yet? Register Now!

Sign in to your account