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ANN ARBOR, MI – Aven will be exhibiting at the 2025 IPC APEX EXPO in Booth 3732. The event, scheduled for March 18-20, 2025, at the Anaheim Convention Center, will see Aven introduce its latest product innovations, including the ProVue MAX series of magnifying lamps and the E-Z Grip Tweezers and Titanium Blue Tweezers, designed to meet the demands of modern electronics manufacturing.
ProVue MAX Magnifying Lamps: Precision Meets Versatility
The ProVue MAX features a 6-inch, crystal-clear glass lens with 2.25x magnification and 64 adjustable LEDs offering three color temperatures (cool, warm, and daylight). This ESD-safe lamp includes an enclosed, spring- balanced arm for maximum reach and flexibility, making it ideal for delicate electronics work.
The ProVue MAX UV adds functionality with ultraviolet (365nm) LEDs alongside white (6500K) LEDs, allowing seamless switching between UV and standard illumination for specialized applications like solder joint inspection and contaminant detection.
Both lamps are designed with an ergonomic swivel joint and LED memory functions, providing effortless operation and precision for electronics professionals.
EZ Grip Tweezers: Built for Precision and Durability
Aven will also introduce the Titanium Blue Tweezers, E-Z Grip Serrated Tweezer and E-Z Grip Black Tweezers, featuring advanced coatings and ergonomic designs:
- Titanium Blue Tweezers: Crafted with a durable titanium oxide PVD coating for enhanced wear and corrosion resistance. The super-fine hand-finished tips ensure exceptional precision, ideal for industrial and laboratory applications.
- E-Z Grip Serrated Tweezers: Crafted from durable anti-magnetic and anti-acid 304 stainless steel, these tweezers ensure long-lasting precision. The tweezers’ serrated tips provide an exceptional grip for handling even the smallest components, while the cross-hatch knurled grip enhances comfort and control, making them indispensable for electronics assembly and repair
- EZ Grip Black Tweezers: Also made from anti-magnetic, anti-acid stainless steel, these tweezers feature a cross-hatch knurled grip for superior comfort and control.
The PVD-coated finish provides incomparable scratch and corrosion resistance, extending the tool’s longevity
Visit Aven at Booth 3732
Attendees at the 2025 IPC APEX EXPO are invited to visit Aven’s booth to experience the capabilities of these advanced tools and learn how they can improve productivity and inspection quality in electronics manufacturing.
For more information, visit www.aventools.com
AUSTIN, TX – Cetec ERP is excited to announce its participation in the 2025 IPC APEX EXPO, taking place March 18-20, 2025 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Visit Cetec ERP in Booth 2802 to learn how its all-in-one ERP platform is transforming the electronics manufacturing services (EMS) industry.
Cetec ERP offers a full-suite platform that integrates ERP, MES, QMS, CRM, MRP, and Accounting into a single, web-based solution designed specifically for contract manufacturers. Built for small and mid-sized companies, Cetec ERP is quickly becoming the new standard for EMS providers by delivering practical, logical, and cost-effective solutions to manage their operations efficiently.
Highlights of Cetec ERP’s Platform:
- Seamless Integration: An all-in-one platform that handles sales and quoting, inventory management, shop floor control, quality assurance, document management, and financial accounting.
- Cloud-Based Convenience: Accessible from any device with an internet connection, enabling real-time collaboration and visibility across teams and locations.
- Compliance Made Simple: Designed to navigate the complex regulatory landscape of the manufacturing industry, ensuring traceability and adherence to quality standards.
- Cost-Effective Solution: Offered as an all-inclusive monthly subscription that covers modules, support, maintenance, and upgrades, making enterprise- caliber functionality affordable for EMS providers of all sizes.
“Manufacturing companies are constantly seeking smarter, more efficient ways to manage their operations,” said Scott Ryan, Senior Consultant at Cetec ERP. “Our platform not only addresses the complex needs of EMS providers but does so in a way that is remarkably user-friendly and affordable, empowering businesses to compete and thrive in a dynamic market.”
Cetec ERP’s intuitive web interface allows users to navigate dynamic production environments with ease. From managing intricate supply chains to meeting rigorous quality standards, Cetec ERP delivers tools to optimize both financial and operational performance.
Visit Cetec ERP in Booth 2802 at IPC APEX EXPO 2025 to discover how this game- changing ERP solution can drive efficiency and profitability for your business.
To learn more, visit www.cetecerp.com
TILBURG, NETHERLANDS – Mek (Marantz Electronics), a leading provider of Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) and Solder Paste Inspection (SPI) systems, is proud to launch its new Return On Investment Calculator, designed to help electronics manufacturers determine the financial viability of investing in Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) systems. This transparent, unbiased tool allows users to enter key production data such as operator and programmer wages, annual PCB output, and batch size, providing detailed insights into the cost-effectiveness of automated versus manual inspection.
The calculator offers an easy-to-understand estimate of potential savings, payback periods, and long-term ROI for AOI adoption. By using trusted industry standards, the tool offers users transparent calculations with formulas visible next to each parameter. This makes it accessible for manufacturers of all sizes to make informed decisions about optimising their inspection processes.
“We believe that AOI can offer substantial savings for manufacturers, but understanding the return on investment is crucial,” said Shoich Rashid, Sales Director at Mek. “Our new calculator is the first step in helping businesses determine whether automated inspection is the right solution for their operations.”
The tool is freely available online and provides a no-obligation, simple way for companies to assess their potential savings with AOI technology.
To try the ROI Calculator, visit www.marantz-electronics.com/roi-calculator/
NASHVILLE – KYZEN, the global leader in innovative environmentally friendly cleaning chemistries, will exhibit in Booth 642 at the upcoming 2025 IPC APEX EXPO, scheduled for March 18-20, 2025 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Celebrating 35 years of innovation and continuous improvement, KYZEN will spotlight its industry-leading research and solutions designed to advance electronics manufacturing processes.
Advancing SMT Cleaning through Research
This year, KYZEN is proud to unveil revolutionary findings that challenge industry norms and redefine the future of SMT printing and cleaning. Debbie Carboni, KYZEN’s Senior Global Electronics Manager, will co-present alongside Edward Nauss and Michael Butler of ITW EAE/MPM and Rich Burke of KYZEN.
Their collaborative paper, “Optimizing SMT Printing: The Impact of Contact Time and Fluid Dynamics on Yield Enhancement”, will be presented during the IPC APEX EXPO Technical Conference. The research explores how advanced solvent delivery systems and fine-tuned cleaning parameters can dramatically boost transfer efficiency, reduce defects, and enhance production yields.
The findings feature key aspects of under-stencil cleaning, including optimal solvent application, critical contact time, and fluid dynamics. It will provide actional strategies to reduce downtime, maximize yield, and improve overall printing performance, transforming the manufacturing process.
Innovative Cleaning Solutions
For more than 35 years, KYZEN has led the way in electronics cleaning innovation. The company’s tailored solutions for under-stencil cleaning and precision chemistries ensure optimal reliability, efficiency, and environmental sustainability. At Booth 642, KYZEN experts will demonstrate how their cutting-edge cleaning research continues to set new benchmarks for quality and performance in electronics manufacturing.
“Leading the electronics cleaning industry for 35 years has been a journey of innovation, collaboration and dedication,” said Jayson Moy, Director of Global Product Line Management at KYZEN. “Our team is continually advancing our technologies to meet the changing needs of the industry. We are excited to share our latest research and solutions at APEX 2025.”
Visit KYZEN at Booth 642
Attendees are encouraged to visit KYZEN’s booth to discover how their advanced cleaning solutions and extensive industry expertise can optimize SMT manufacturing processes. From groundbreaking research to innovative cleaning chemistries, KYZEN remains the industry’s trusted partner for ensuring precision and performance in electronics assembly.
For more information, visit www.kyzen.com
SAN DIEGO – KIC, the leader in smart thermal process technologies for electronics manufacturing, is set to exhibit at the 2025 IPC APEX EXPO, taking place March 18- 20 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Visitors to Booth 3600 will experience the launch of KIC’s groundbreaking TAS Software (Thermal Analysis System Software), designed to revolutionize thermal profiling by addressing emerging industry challenges and creating new opportunities for electronics manufacturers.
The TAS Software presents a major advancement in thermal management technology. It introduces a sleek, user-friendly interface that is both modern and streamlined, providing an intuitive experience for users. Enhanced with powerful AI integration, the software delivers actionable insights faster, enabling manufacturers to optimize their processes with minimal effort. This makes TAS Software an ideal solution for meeting the complex demands of today’s electronics manufacturing environments.
Among the standout features of the TAS Software is KIC’s award-winning Common Recipe Finder, a tool that automates the selection of optimized thermal recipes, ensuring consistency and peak performance across production lines.“From AI-enhanced functionality to a radically improved user interface, the TAS Software is engineered to be a true game changer in thermal analysis. By building this platform to address specific, emerging challenges, KIC is providing customers with the tools they need to achieve superior process control and efficiency.
Current users of KIC's SPS system are encouraged to reach out to KIC for a TAS Software license. Join KIC at Booth 3600 during the IPC APEX EXPO 2025 to see the TAS Software in action and learn how it can transform your thermal profiling processes.
For more information about KIC, visit https://kicthermal.com
REDDITCH, UK – Altus Group, a leading distributor of production equipment and consumables for the electronics manufacturing sector in the UK and Ireland, is pleased to announce the launch of its new X-ray inspection services. This addition is designed to help manufacturers optimise their production processes and maintain the highest standards of quality through non-destructive testing solutions where owning a unit outright themselves may be difficult to justify.
Known for its complete turnkey solutions across SMT and THT assembly, back-end processes, and component management, Altus now offers advanced X-ray inspection services using the Xspection 3000 system from Scienscope. This state-of-the-art 2D X-ray machine features a high-power microfocus sealed X-ray tube, spot sizes as small as 5µm, and a wide range of inspection capabilities for PCBA and final assembly needs. The service supports customers with rapid, high-quality inspections, from initial process validation during NPI to field failure analysis.
Mike Todd, Senior Operations and Planning Manager at Altus Group, said: "We are always evaluating ways to add more value for our customers, and the introduction of X-ray inspection services is an exciting step forward.
“The significant investment required for in-house X-ray systems can be a barrier for many manufacturers, particularly for those who need it only for specific applications. Our new service provides a flexible solution, allowing customers to leverage our technology when they need it, without the capital expenditure. This is just one example of how we plan to continue expanding our service offerings to address customer challenges and solidify our position as the ideal partner for manufacturers. We plan to go further and develop more services across 2025, all with the aim of creating value in existing customer needs.”
Altus’ X-ray services are tailored to meet the diverse needs of its customers. Whether supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and initial process validation, conducting ongoing production inspections, or providing failure analysis for field issues, the company is positioned to help manufacturers achieve the highest quality control and process optimisation levels.
The service is especially beneficial for contract electronics manufacturers (CEMs) who require X-ray inspection as part of customer contracts but do not justify purchasing their own system. It’s also ideal for manufacturers looking to verify the quality of high-value components, such as BGAs, or analysing products that have encountered issues in the field. In addition to its state-of-the-art technology, Altus offers a team of highly skilled industry experts, certified in X-ray systems and IPC standards, ensuring reliable results and comprehensive support for all customers.
The new service offering is part of Altus' broader strategy to operate as a one-stop shop, providing customers with flexible, high-quality solutions that can help streamline their operations and improve their products. As part of the company’s ongoing commitment to innovation, Altus plans to introduce additional services in 2025 to support manufacturers across the UK and Ireland further.
