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Plano, TX USA – June 2021 - Nordson X-ray, a division of the Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN) is pleased to announce that EMS provider AQS, Inc. purchased an Assure intelligent X-ray component counter. Nordson X-ray is part of Nordson TEST & INSPECTION. The sale was facilitated by the Texas-based manufacturers’ representative Southwest Systems Technology.

GARLAND, TX - June 2021 – NCA, a U.S.-based electronic manufacturing partner to entrepreneurs and OEMs nationwide, is proud to announce its CEO and founder, Mr. Michael Tieu, has been named a finalist for the EY Entrepreneur of the Year program in the Southwest Region.

MENTOR, OH ― June 2021 ― Libra Industries, a privately-held systems integration and electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Bore to Senior Director of Operations. Paul will serve as the operational lead of Libra’s Precision Machining Center (PMC). Bore brings a wealth of experience in machining, continuous improvement, cost optimization, process implementation product flow and operational leadership.

MERIDIAN, IDAHO ― June 2021 ― Computrol, Inc., a world-class provider of mid- to low-volume, high-mix electronic manufacturing services to OEMs, is pleased to announce that it has implemented the Vision MARK-1 hand-held diagnostic tool from Insituware LLC. The company made this investment for its customers to ensure its ongoing commitment to quality.

MILPITAS, Calif. – June 8, 2021 – SEMI, the industry association serving the global electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today applauded the Senate’s passage of $52 billion in funding for new incentives to promote U.S. semiconductor manufacturing and research. The funding is part of the United States Innovation and Competition Act (USICA).

TORRANCE, CA — June 2021 — Seika Machinery, Inc., a leading provider of advanced machinery, materials and engineering services, has seen increased popularity and demand of its process control systems.

Inquiries for Seika Machinery’s wetting balance testers, viscometers, paste mixers and reflow profiling video system have all increased. This is a direct a reflection of electronics assemblers placing more emphasis on improving their SMT line processes.

Seika offers process control equipment from major brands including Malcom, Unitech and Kyowa. The Malcom SWB-2 Wetting Balance Tester takes the "Dip & Look" method to the next level by actually measuring the wetting forces during the soldering process. The tester has been designed to evaluate the effectiveness of different solder and flux combinations on a standardized test coupon, or your own test pieces.

Cleaning PCBs is a delicate process in the SMT line, and Unitech PCB cleaners include a large surface vacuum that sucks up dust and particles, a small brush to pick up dirt and debris from the surface, and a soft cloth for wiping down the surface after cleaning. Kyowa strain gages accurately measure stress levels placed on PCBs during in-circuit testing or depaneling. Malcom offers a set of tools for monitoring reflow process control including checking O2 level, vibration, air flow and video recording in the oven.

For more information, contact Michelle Ogihara at 310-540-7310; e-mail michelle@seikausa.com; or visit www.seikausa.com.

About Seika Machinery, Inc.

Seika Machinery, Inc. (SMI) is a subsidiary of Seika Corporation, Japan and member of the Mitsubishi Global Group. SMI provides electronics manufacturers with advanced machinery, superior materials and engineering services.