Vernon Hills, IL – October 2025 – Fuji America Corporation is proud to announce the promotion of Chris Dayney to Technical Marketing Manager. Based in Crossville, Tennessee, Dayney has more than 30 years of SMT industry experience, including nearly three decades with Fuji America.

Over the course of his career, Dayney has built a reputation for technical excellence and a hands-on approach to customer success. He spent 25 years as Instructor and Training Team Leader, where he helped shape Fuji’s training programs and customer education initiatives, before moving into his most recent role as Regional Sales Manager. His deep process knowledge and practical insight have made him a respected voice among both colleagues and customers.

In his new role, Dayney will lead Fuji America’s technical marketing efforts, creating premium content that connects Fuji’s technology leadership with real-world manufacturing challenges. His work will include technical papers, training videos, and educational materials designed to inform and support engineers, process specialists, and decision-makers across the SMT industry. He will also continue to serve as a technical resource for the company’s national sales team.

Before joining Fuji, Dayney worked with Siemens Energy and Automation and served 12 years in the U.S. Navy and 8 years in the Army National Guard. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Education from Southern Illinois University (SIU) and an Associate of Science in Electronics from the University of Phoenix.

“Chris has been instrumental in advancing Fuji’s customer education and technical support for many years,” said Tom Zabkiewicz, Executive Vice President of Fuji America. “This new role allows him to share that expertise more broadly through high-value, technical content that supports our customers, sales team, and the wider SMT community.”

For more information about Fuji America Corporation’s technical leadership and industry-leading SMT solutions, visit www.fujiamerica.com.

WESTFORD, MA – [October 17, 2025] – BTU International, a leading global supplier of advanced thermal processing equipment for electronics assembly, today announced plans to expand its manufacturing operations into Singapore. This strategic expansion is designed to mitigate risk, reduce tariff exposure, and enable BTU’s Shanghai facility to increase production and add new product lines for non-tariff-restricted markets.
BTU International will begin shipping reflow ovens from Singapore effective October of 2025. The expansion diversifies BTU’s production footprint, optimizes global capacity, and strengthens its ability to deliver industry-leading reflow ovens to customers worldwide.

“Global trade dynamics require proactive strategies,” said Rob DiMatteo, Vice President and General Manager at BTU International. “By expanding into Singapore, we are safeguarding our customers from tariff-related cost increases while leveraging the region’s advanced infrastructure and skilled talent pool. This move also allows our Shanghai facility to focus on producing more product lines for non-tariff-restricted markets,” added DiMatteo.

This expansion will mitigate risk and tariff exposure for BTU’s global customers, maintain competitive pricing and product availability, improve lead times through optimized regional logistics, and support sustainability goals with modern, energy-efficient facilities.

BTU International remains committed to delivering the same level of innovation and reliability customers expect. The expansion will not affect product specifications, performance standards, or service quality.

To learn more about BTU International visit www.btu.com.

About BTU International

BTU International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Amtech Group (Nasdaq: ASYS), is a global supplier and technology leader of advanced thermal processing equipment in the electronics manufacturing market. BTU’s high-performance reflow ovens are used in the production of SMT printed circuit board assemblies and in semiconductor packaging processes. BTU also specializes in precision controlled, high-temperature belt furnaces for a wide range of custom applications, such as brazing, direct bond copper (DBC), diffusion, and sintering. BTU has operations in Westford, Massachusetts, and Shanghai, China, with direct sales and service in the U.S.A., Asia and Europe. Information about BTU International is available at www.btu.com.

Dallas, October 17, 2025 - StenTech, North America’s leading provider of SMT printing solutions and precision manufacturing, has announced the acquisition of Advanced Metal Etching, Inc. (AME), a recognized specialist in chemically etched and laser cut precision parts. The acquisition represents a significant milestone in StenTech’s growth strategy, expanding its Parts Division beyond SMT into a broader array of high-value industries including aerospace, medical, automotive, military, energy, and industrial manufacturing.
With more than 30 years of expertise, AME brings two state-of-the-art facilities and its proprietary Hybrid Etch-Laser Process™ (H.E.L.P.), a breakthrough technology that combines etching and laser cutting to produce highly complex components requiring multiple precision processes. This integration strengthens StenTech’s ability to deliver intricate geometries, tight tolerances, and scalable production capabilities across a wider spectrum of applications made in the USA using domestic and global materials.

“This move advances our strategy to build a fully integrated precision parts platform, bringing all key manufacturing processes and capabilities together under one roof.” said Kevin Keene, CEO of StenTech. “AME’s expertise and innovation align perfectly with StenTech’s mission to empower customer success by being the trusted partner in delivering quality products and innovative solutions for leading electronic manufacturers.”

Blake Geer, Owner/CFO of AME, added, “Joining StenTech means our customers gain immediate access to expanded capacity, stronger supply chain stability, and a broader range of technical solutions. Our shared commitment to engineering excellence and continuous improvement ensures we will continue delivering advanced precision components to meet the evolving needs of multiple industries.”

“This acquisition significantly enhances StenTech’s national footprint and reinforces our position as one of the most agile and capable precision manufacturing platforms in North America,” said Brent Nolan, President of StenTech. “By integrating AME’s advanced capabilities, we’re giving our customers faster lead times, deeper engineering collaboration, and a seamless path from prototype to high-volume production, all supported by expanded R&D resources and a stronger nationwide network.”

This acquisition marks another step forward in StenTech’s growth trajectory, building on its leadership in SMT stencils and tooling while rapidly expanding its presence in precision parts manufacturing across multiple sectors.

GAINESVILLE, GA ― October 2025 ― Count On Tools, Inc. (COT), a leading provider of precision components and SMT spare parts, has expanded its line of selective soldering nozzles, giving manufacturers more ways to fine-tune performance and consistency across a range of production environments.

Designed and manufactured in the USA, COT’s nozzles are compatible with leading selective soldering systems including ACE, Pillarhouse, Juki Cube, Ersa, Seho, and RPS. Each nozzle is engineered for smooth solder flow, durability, and repeatability—helping operators maintain precision even on demanding assemblies such as LED boards and mixed-technology through-hole products.

“Every selective soldering process starts with the right nozzle,” said Curt Couch, Vice President of Count On Tools. “We’ve focused on giving customers better options—high-quality, U.S.-made nozzles that perform consistently, are available quickly, and can be tailored to the job.”

Count On Tools also offers custom-engineered nozzle solutions with fast turnaround times and no design fees, supporting manufacturers with unique process or board requirements.
For more information about Count On Tools’ selective soldering nozzles and custom capabilities, email Count On Tools’ sales team at sales@cotinc.com or visit www.cotinc.com.

About Count On Tools Inc.

Count On Tools Inc., a precision component manufacturer specializing in all aspects of the machining industry, has been setting new performance standards in the SMT pick-and-place nozzle market since 1991. As the ORIGINAL source for high-quality, low-cost vacuum placement nozzles and associated consumables, they have pioneered with world-class development and process engineers that combine to ensure that innovation and competitiveness is applied to all of its extensive product range. The company also stands behind its products 100% with a full warranty. Count On Tools’ products are in use at many of the world's leading electronics manufacturing companies. Proven engineering expertise, coupled with the latest in design and manufacturing technology, has allowed the company to simplify the complexities of the industry and deliver a solution to its customers.

The company also maintains and supports a strong position in the hand tool industry, offering the highest quality hand tools in the world with PB Swiss Tools. These tools compliment any and all high-tech environments requiring optimum performance from both their equipment and technicians.