BOCA RATON, FL – Inovaxe, a world leader and provider of innovative material handling and inventory control systems, is pleased to announce the addition of Jim Dickerson as its new Western Regional Sales Manager. In this role, Dickerson will lead sales strategies, team management, and client relationships across the Western United States, helping to expand Inovaxe's presence in the region and drive continued growth.

"We are excited to have Jim Dickerson join our team," said Margy Khoshnood, Executive Vice President of Inovaxe. "With his proven track record in sales leadership and deep knowledge of the industry, we are confident that he will play a key role in driving growth and expanding our presence in the Western region."

Jim Dickerson brings more than 30 years of experience in providing MES and material management software, hardware and service solutions for the SMT, electronics assembly, and related industries. Most recently, he served as Global Sales and Business Development Manager for Panasonic Connect, where he oversaw global sales of software solutions for the SMT market.

"After working with the Inovaxe team for several years as a channel partner, I’ve seen the game-changing results their solutions can provide," said Dickerson. "Inovaxe’s innovative hardware and software solutions are designed to solve the persistent challenges in material management—what I call the 'black holes'—with immediate ROI. I’m thrilled to bring my experience and enthusiasm to the growing Inovaxe family."

With Dickerson’s leadership and expertise, Inovaxe will continue to deliver high-impact solutions that help manufacturers streamline their operations, reduce waste, and enhance material control.

To learn more about Inovaxe and their advanced material handling solutions, visit their website at www.inovaxe.com 

NASHVILLE – KYZEN, the global leader in innovative environmentally responsible cleaning chemistries, will exhibit at the SMTA Tijuana Expo & Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Thursday, November 7, at Quartz Hotel Tijuana. The KYZEN Clean Team will provide information about understencil cleaning chemistry KYZEN E5631J and aqueous cleaning solution AQUANOX A4618.

KYZEN E5631J and AQUANOX A4618 are both formulated to allow complete removal of tough soils from small apertures and fine pitch components. These products will enhance your cleaning processes throughout your production line and ensure high reliability results.

KYZEN E5631J is a ready-to-use solution that is proven compatible with common stencils, cleaning equipment, and printer manufacturers for removing raw solder paste from stencils. The cost-effective solution quickly and effectively cleans all types of raw solder pastes in both online and offline cleaning processes.

AQUANOX A4618 is an aqueous cleaning chemistry designed to clean lead-free flux residues, including no-clean and Pb-free residues. A4618 is safe for multi-pass applications and is equipped with an adjusted stabilizer package and has a long bath life. KYZEN products and cleaning experts are dedicated to providing quality chemistries including KYZEN E5631J and AQUANOX A4618 to relieve the unique cleaning challenges of PCB producers at every phase of their process.

For more information, visit www.kyzen.com 

REDDITCH, UK – Altus Group, a leading distributor of electronics assembly equipment in the UK and Ireland, has supported G&B Electronic Designs Ltd., a prominent EMS in the UK, in enhancing its inspection processes through the installation of the Koh Young Zenith Alpha HS+. This advanced True 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) system has strengthened G&B’s already strong commitment to maintaining high-quality standards in PCB assembly.

G&B Electronic Designs faced challenges with its previous 2D inspection system, which resulted in difficulties inspecting reflective and increasing complex components. In search of a more effective solution, they partnered with Altus and chose the Koh Young Zenith Alpha HS+. The system addressed these challenges by utilising advanced fully 3D light metrology and proprietary artificial intelligence algorithms to provide precise inspections tailored for modern PCB designs.

The system features whole-board foreign material inspection, ensuring contaminants do not compromise assembly integrity, and can inspect components up to 25mm in height. Additionally, its AI-Powered Auto Programming (KAP) streamlines setup processes, reducing programming time and minimising human error.

Steve Tumber, Head of Operations at G&B Electronic Designs, said: “Koh Young's reputation for market-leading technology was well-known. After conducting thorough evaluations of key industry players, it became evident that the combination of Koh Young's technology, quality of testing data and Altus's support was the superior choice for our needs.”

Joe Booth, CEO of Altus Group, said: “We are pleased to assist G&B Electronic Designs in improving their inspection capabilities. This installation reflects their commitment to quality and continuous improvement, and we believe the features of the Koh Young Zenith Alpha HS+ will provide them with a competitive advantage.”

With the integration of the Koh Young Zenith Alpha HS+, G&B Electronic Designs is now equipped to enhance product quality and streamline operations, allowing them to remain competitive in the ever-evolving electronics manufacturing sector.

SAN JOSE, CA – Test Research, Inc. (TRI), the leading provider of test and inspection systems for the electronics manufacturing industry, will participate in the SMTA Space Coast Expo & Tech Forum 2024. The event will be held on November 14, 2024, at the Melbourne Auditorium, Florida, USA.

TRI's Test and Inspection Solutions are suitable for Multiple Industry Applications, from Consumer Electronics, Automotive Electronics, telecommunication, and Medical electronics to the LED Industry. Regarding the Automotive electronics industry, TRI's solutions extend from high- precision metrology measurements, advanced PIN inspection algorithms, high coverage x-ray inspection, and specialized board tests.

TRI invites you to visit our stand at the SMTA Space Coast Expo & Forum. Don't miss the opportunity to discuss with our experts how TRI solutions can enhance your production yield rate, reduce operational costs, and increase efficiency.