ANN ARBOR, MI - Aven will exhibit at Booth 1051 at The ASSEMBLY Show South, taking place April 16-17 at Music City Center in Nashville, TN. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience Aven’s newly launched ProVue MAX magnifying lamps and E-Z Grip Tweezers, engineered to enhance precision, efficiency, and durability in electronics manufacturing and medical device assembly.

ProVue MAX Magnifying Lamps: Precision Meets Versatility

Aven’s new ProVue MAX magnifying lamps provide exceptional clarity and adaptability for intricate tasks in electronics and medical applications. Designed for professionals who demand precision, these lamps feature a 6-inch crystal-clear glass lens with 2.25x magnification, ensuring superior visibility and accuracy.

Key features include:

• 64 adjustable LEDs with three selectable color temperatures (cool, warm, daylight) for customized lighting.
• ESD-safe design with an enclosed, spring-balanced arm for enhanced flexibility and longevity.
• Ergonomic swivel joint and LED memory function for user convenience and efficiency.
• ProVue MAX UV model with integrated ultraviolet (365nm) LEDs, allowing seamless switching between UV and white (6500K) illumination—ideal for solder joint inspection, contaminant detection, and high-precision applications.

E-Z Grip Tweezers: Built for Precision and Durability

Aven’s new E-Z Grip Tweezers are designed for superior control, comfort, and longevity, making them an essential tool for electronics assembly, medical device manufacturing, and precision applications. The lineup includes:

• Titanium Blue Tweezers – Featuring a durable titanium oxide PVD bond, these tweezers offer exceptional wear and corrosion resistance. The fine, hand-finished tips provide superior precision for delicate tasks.
• E-Z Grip Serrated Tweezers – Crafted from anti-magnetic and anti-acid 304 stainless steel, these tweezers ensure maximum durability. The serrated tips provide a secure grip, while the cross-hatch knurled handle enhances control.
• E-Z Grip Black Tweezers – Designed with robust stainless steel construction and a PVD bond finish for enhanced scratch and corrosion resistance. The ergonomic knurled grip ensures comfortable handling for intricate assembly work.

Visitors to Booth 1051 will have the opportunity to see Aven’s latest innovations in action, with hands-on demonstrations showcasing the performance, durability, and ergonomic advantages of the ProVue MAX magnifying lamps and E-Z Grip Tweezers. For more information, visit www.aventools.com.

About Aven

Aven is a solutions provider for binocular & trinocular stereo zoom microscope systems; digital microscope systems, numerous led magnifier lights, and a wide variety of precision hand tools used for micro-assembly. Aven’s key customer markets are in the electronic assembly, military/ aerospace & defense, medical device manufacturing and more.

NASHVILLE - KYZEN, the global leader in innovative environmentally responsible cleaning chemistries, will exhibit at the PCIM Expo and Conference, scheduled to take place May 6-8 at NürnbergMesse in Nuremburg, Germany. The KYZEN clean team will showcase the standout cleaning chemistries of their MICRONOX product line.

KYZEN’s MICRONOX products boast an impressive lineup of cleaning chemistries for defluxing and particulate removal.

MICRONOX products provide effective cleaning solutions for advanced and power electronics and KYZEN recognizes the critical drivers for demand in advanced packaging: high yields and a product’s reliability throughout its lifespan.

MICRONOX chemistries are proven to successfully remove a variety of ionic flux residues and provided excellent cleaning performance on low standoff gap height devices. They are also highly compatible with sensitive metals, can improve post-soldering quality.

Whether the cleaning challenge is a chip scale package, flip chip package, wafer level CSP, system in package or 3-dimensional package, KYZEN and it’s 35 years of continuous innovation are prepared to clean devices and ensure their lifelong reliability.

For more information regarding the full line of MICRONOX products, visit www.kyzen.com.

About KYZEN

KYZEN is a global leader in providing environmentally responsible, RoHS compliant precision cleaning chemistries for industries ranging from electronics and advanced packaging to metal finishing and aerospace applications. Since its founding in 1990, KYZEN’s innovative cleaning technologies, scientific expertise and customer support have been repeatedly recognized with the industry’s most prestigious awards. For more information, visit www.kyzen.comwww.kyzen.com.

PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA - Incap Electronics US invested approximately USD 2 million (EUR 1.82 million) in advanced SMT (surface-mount technology) production equipment to expand its production capacity. The newly acquired machinery, featuring increased speeds and feeder capacity, is expected to boost production capacity by approximately 110%. The equipment’s energy-efficient design supports the company’s sustainability goals.

According to David Spehar, Managing Director of Incap Electronics US, the investment includes six advanced SMT placement machines, two 3D AOI (automated optical inspection) systems, a Laser Marker, and an adhesive dispenser. “This investment is a key step in our technology roadmap, enabling us to maintain our position as a state-of-the-art facility for our manufacturing partners. It enhances our capability and flexibility to grow alongside our customers while continuing to deliver high-quality products with reduced lead times,” Spehar explained.

Spehar added that the upgrade aligns with a broader vision to become a "factory of the future”, incorporating advanced ERP systems for comprehensive material control and traceability. "With these investments, we are ensuring that our operations remain interconnected across systems and scalable to meet evolving market demands," he noted.

The new SMT equipment’s advanced features, such as component placement down to 0.3-0.15mm in size, automatic support pin setups, polarity checking, and enhanced material traceability, streamline production processes while boosting efficiency and quality. These features minimize the reliance on operator involvement, ensuring seamless and consistent performance. “This investment enables us to better serve all current and future customer projects, leveraging increased automation to enhance efficiency, making us more competitive, and positioning us to grow alongside our partners,” Spehar added.

Located in California Technology Park near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Incap Electronics US provides high-complexity, low-to-mid volume electronics manufacturing services. The wide range of services are focusing on PCBA’s, Box Builds, Testing & Test Development, Supply Chain solutions, and Repairs and Warranty service. The new investment further strengthens its position as a reliable manufacturing partner across North America.

MILFORD, NH - Cirtronics, a leading contract manufacturer specializing in complex robotics builds, will host a must- attend panel discussion at the Robotics Summit & Expo, April 30th – May 1st at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. The event will also feature Cirtronics' exhibition showcasing their expertise in scaling robotics innovation.

Panel Discussion: "The Robotics Scale-Up: Commercialization Journey"

On April 30th at 11:30 AM in Room 257B, Cirtronics will present a dynamic panel featuring industry titans who have successfully brought cutting-edge robotics solutions to market. Attendees will gain actionable insights into overcoming key commercialization hurdles, including:

• Economies of Scale: Optimizing production processes and expansion opportunities
• Forming Strategic Partnerships: Building alliances for accelerated growth
• Positioning Products for Market Success: Defining a winning go-to-market strategy

The panel will be moderated by Jennifer Apicella, Executive Director of the Pittsburgh Robotics Network, and will include panelists Larry Jasinski, Chief Executive Officer of Lifeward, and Karl Sanchack, Chief Operations Officer of Carnegie Foundry.

"Successful commercialization requires a deep understanding of manufacturing complexities, regulatory landscapes, and strategic market entry. We've brought together this panel of experts to provide attendees with the real-world knowledge they need to accelerate their success," says Pat Moody, CEO of Cirtronics.

In addition to the panel, Cirtronics invites attendees to visit Booth #507 to explore their capabilities in:

• Manufacturing high-quality, complex robotic systems
• Providing scalable and flexible manufacturing solutions
• Partnering with robotics companies to optimize their supply chain and production

"Whether you’re looking to outsource, scale, or just find a better fit, Cirtronics offers the manufacturing expertise to turn your vision into reality," adds Moody. For more information about Cirtronics, visit their website.

About Cirtronics

Located in the Greater Boston area, Cirtronics specializes in manufacturing complex systems for highly regulated markets such as robotics, medical, security, defense, and industrial. Thriving on exacting standards and attention to detail, Cirtronics delivers tailored services through Precision Engagement®, encompassing manufacturing readiness, strategic sourcing, full-scale manufacturing, testing, and fulfillment of electromechanical or mechanical systems, sub-assemblies, and boards. As an ISO 9001 and 13485 Certified, FDA and ITAR Registered, and employee-owned business, Cirtronics ensures excellence in every aspect of its operations. Learn more at www.cirtronics.com.