INDIANAPOLIS, IN – Specialty Coating Systems (SCS) is pleased to announce the relocation of its Switzerland operations to a new custom-built facility. The approximately 2,200 square-meter coating operation, which is located at Rue du Collège 43, 2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds, is ISO 9001:2015 certified and specifically designed to optimize quality and provide excellent service for customers across the medical device, electronics, aerospace and automotive markets.

Along with the site relocation, SCS has also announced that its Switzerland operations, formerly known as Comelec SA, will now legally operate under the name Specialty Coating Systems SA. According to David Ellis, Managing Director, Europe, "the company name and location may have changed, but the highly experienced team in Switzerland remains the same, bringing decades of Parylene and ALD coating expertise to every project."

In addition to the Switzerland facility, SCS services its European customers through coating sites in England, Germany, Czech Republic and Ireland. These sites are part of SCS' extensive network of 21 coating centers worldwide, including additional facilities throughout the Americas and Asia. SCS' global reach allows the company to provide comprehensive support to its diverse customer base.

For more information on the new Switzerland site or any of our coating service technologies and locations, contact SCS at scscoatings.com/contact.

The frame agreement forms the basis for an anticipated rapid scale-up of Teledyne FLIR’s sensing solutions to meet the demands of the European defense industry. Neways will deliver complex electronics for various Teledyne FLIR’s products, including thermal imagers for high sightline stability and advanced imaging performance in tracked or wheeled military vehicles. In addition, Neways’ technology teams can support Teledyne FLIR in the design and development of new products and, if needed, the re-design of existing products. This agreement underlines Neways’ strong and growing commitment to the defense sector.

Michiel van der Maat, CCO of Neways comments: “I am proud that Neways will support Teledyne FLIR in their anticipated rapid scale-up to meet the demands of the European defense industry. At Neways we are optimally equipped to produce complex electronics across our European footprint, therewith supporting defense companies with their Industrial Participation requirements. In addition we are set-up to rapidly scale-up and bring in our design capabilities whenever needed. I look forward to a successful collaboration across Teledyne FLIR’s product portfolio.”

Roger Magnusson Falconer, Director Projects & Programs at Teledyne FLIR adds: “In Neways we have found a partner that is set up to support us in our growth journey. Their experience in the defense industry, as well as their broad European footprint, make Neways a good partner for us. We look forward to further building our cooperation in the years to come.”

SANTA CLARA, CA ― Absolute EMS, Inc., a six-time award-winning provider of fast turnaround, turnkey contract electronic manufacturing services (EMS), has expanded its cleaning capabilities with the addition of the T18 Typhoon Inline Cleaning System from Aqua Klean Systems. This addition supports the company’s ongoing focus on delivering exceptionally clean, reliable assemblies for mission-critical applications.

The T18 Typhoon is a powerful inline cleaning system engineered to deliver consistent, high-performance results while optimizing water and chemistry usage. Its advanced spray technology, closed-loop filtration, and energy-efficient design make it a strong fit for industries where cleanliness directly impacts long-term product performance—such as medical, aerospace, defense, and industrial electronics.

“Our customers count on us for dependable results, and the T18 reinforces that expectation,” said Doug Dow, COO, Absolute EMS. “This system improves our ability to provide high-quality, contamination-free assemblies at scale.”

Headquartered in the heart of Silicon Valley, Absolute EMS is known for delivering precision manufacturing and engineering support for complex electronics. Its smart factory model, equipped with advanced automation and real-time data systems, enables rapid response times and consistently high-quality output for demanding product requirements.

From design support and prototyping to full-scale production, Absolute EMS partners with both startups and established OEMs to bring high-performance products to market. The addition of the T18 Typhoon further enhances the company’s already strong process control and manufacturing agility.

For more information about Absolute EMS, visit www.absolute-ems.com.

Zapopan, Mexico – SMarTsol, a company founded in 2012 and dedicated to providing high-tech equipment and services for industries such as electronics, automotive, and renewable energy, announces a strategic alliance with HIKMICRO, a commercial leader in thermal imaging cameras. Formalized in May, this collaboration strengthens SMarTsol’s portfolio by integrating comprehensive solutions in advanced inspection technologies.

Through this alliance, SMarTsol will distribute HIKMICRO products in Mexico, including portable thermal cameras, acoustic cameras (ultrasound-based), and fixed cameras, ideal for predictive maintenance and diagnostics in industrial environments.

“Incorporating HIKMICRO’s technology allows us to enhance our offering with reliable, precise, and cutting-edge equipment for inspection and maintenance,” said Iván Romo, General Manager of SMarTsol.

This partnership not only drives HIKMICRO’s presence in the Mexican market, but also enables SMarTsol to expand into new industrial sectors—strengthening its commitment to deliver high-value technology through strategic alliances. Together, both companies are building a relationship that fosters mutual growth and the development of more complete technological solutions for their clients.

For more information about SMarTsol’s products and services, visit www.SMarTsol.mx