Plymouth, WI — September 2025 — Kurtz Ersa Inc., a leading supplier of electronics production equipment, has announced its upcoming VERSAFLOW 4 Level II Training Courses, taking place October 27–31, 2025, at its U.S. headquarters located at 1779 Pilgrim Road, Plymouth, WI.

Designed for operators, technicians, and engineers, these hands-on sessions provide in-depth instruction on maintenance, process applications, and programming for the VERSAFLOW 4 selective soldering system. Participants will gain practical experience working directly with the equipment, learning advanced techniques to maximize throughput, reliability, and soldering quality.

The VERSAFLOW 4 – Level II Maintenance Training will be held October 27-29, covering machine calibration, troubleshooting, machine layout, electrical schematics, and preventative maintenance to keep systems running at peak performance and reduce downtime.

Immediately following, the VERSAFLOW 4 – Level II Application Training will take place October 29-31, focusing on process optimization, defect reduction, and programming best practices. Topics include flux selection, preheating techniques, and cycle time optimization. Participants will also be introduced to ERSAcad 4 Offline Programming, enabling them to develop programs efficiently without disrupting production.

Class sizes are intentionally limited to provide a highly interactive, hands-on learning environment.

Registration is now open. Interested attendees are encouraged to secure their spot early by contacting David Miller at david.miller@kurtzersa.com.
For more information about Kurtz Ersa Inc., visit www.ersa.com.

REISTERSTOWN, MD — September 2025 — Circuit Technology Training Inc. (CTTI), a leading IPC training group, is excited to announce the launch of its new Introduction to X-ray Inspection course. This three-hour class is designed to give students a clear understanding of X-ray inspection technology and its critical role in electronics manufacturing.

The course covers X-ray fundamentals, system operation, and common defect types, providing a practical foundation for engineers, quality personnel, production staff, and x-ray operators. Students will explore topics including 2D vs. 3D imaging, resolution and magnification, x-ray viewing angles, and key void characteristics for components such as BGAs, LGAs, gull wings, and through-hole joints.

“X-ray inspection is an essential part of modern electronics manufacturing, and this course is designed to demystify the process,” said Bob Doetzer, President of Circuit Technology Training Inc. “Participants will gain the knowledge they need to confidently interpret x-ray results, identify common defects, and use this information to improve overall quality and yield.”

The class is available in multiple formats, including at CTTI’s training centers, on-site at customer facilities, or virtually for remote teams. Class size is limited to 15 students to ensure an interactive, hands-on learning experience.

CTTI has training locations across the United States, Mexico, and Costa Rica, making the course accessible to manufacturers throughout North America.

For more information or to register for the Introduction to X-ray Inspection course, visit www.circuittechnology.com

Austin, TX (September 2025) – Cetec ERP today announced the launch of Build Your Way, a new podcast created for small and mid-sized manufacturers who want practical insights to run and grow their businesses.

Build Your Way focuses on the challenges and opportunities real manufacturers face. Each episode takes on topics like sales and marketing, labor and training, change management, technology adoption, and lessons learned from ERP and other systems—all through the lens of practical experience from leaders in the field.

Hosted by the team at Cetec ERP, each episode features conversations with leaders across the manufacturing industry. Guests share the stories of their businesses, the obstacles they’ve encountered, and the solutions that have helped them adapt and thrive. The goal: provide manufacturers with actionable lessons and real-world perspectives they can use to improve how they operate.

The first episode of Build Your Way drops September 30, 2025, and new episodes will be released bi-weekly. Listeners can subscribe on:

• Apple Podcasts
• Spotify
• YouTubeYouTube

“Manufacturing isn’t easy. Every shop runs into problems with people, parts, and deadlines. This podcast is a place to hear how others deal with those same issues—and hopefully pick up something useful for your own business,” said Taylor Wagen, COO of Cetec ERP.

For more information, visit www.cetecerp.com.

Europlacer, the global leader in flexible SMT assembly solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of WIN-TEK as its official distributor in Italy. This partnership enables Italian manufacturers to directly access Europlacer’s iineo range of pick-and-place machines, designed for High-Mix environments where flexibility and high component capacity are essential.

Founded in 2010 and based in Monza, just outside Milan, WIN-TEK specializes in the sale of SMT electronic assembly solutions. WIN-TEK is a distributor for several major brands, such as HANWA, the Korean manufacturer of SMT placement machines, which are well-suited for high-volume production, as well as ESE’s screen printers from Korea.

In 2024, WIN-TEK approached Europlacer, interested in marketing Europlacer’s highly flexible iineo machines in Italy—equipment they did not have in their portfolio, but which is increasingly in demand in Italy. Meanwhile, Europlacer with its office in Trieste, located on the Italian Slovenian border, for several years, managed sales and service activities of its placement and screen printing equipment in both countries. Clearly, Europlacer needed to strengthen its commercial presence in Italy, particularly in Lombardy, the heart of the Italian manufacturing industry.

“WIN-TEK has proven its ability to market SMT production equipment solutions in Italy, making it an obvious partner for Europlacer, which is looking to expand its sales in Italy,” says Alain-Michel Ceretti, Sales Director Europe at Europlacer. “Their technical expertise and deep knowledge of the Italian market will allow us to achieve a stronger commercial presence, while Europlacer, from its Trieste subsidiary, will continue to provide direct service and support to ensure the highest standards of quality. We want WIN-TEK to focus on marketing the flexible iineo machine range. We do not consider HANWA machines to be in competition with ours. It’s important to note that the ATOM series machines will continue to be marketed by Europlacer Italy.”

“We are proud to add Europlacer to our portfolio of solutions,” says Maurizio Leimer, CEO of WIN-TEK. “The iineo platform and flexible placement technology perfectly match the needs of some of our customers. With Europlacer, we look forward to providing flexible SMT placement solutions and long-lasting support to meet the needs of the Italian electronics industries focused on High Mix.”

This collaboration strengthens Europlacer’s presence in Italy, particularly with manufacturers assembling complex electronic boards in often limited quantities, such as those in the aerospace, defense, and healthcare industries.

For more information about Europlacer and its advanced SMT solutions, visit www.europlacer.com.