ATLANTA – Koh Young Technology, the global leader in True 3D measurement-based inspection solutions, has been honored with the 2024 Service Excellence Award from Circuits Assembly—marking the third time in four years the company has achieved this distinction. The award is based solely on customer feedback, making it a particularly meaningful recognition of Koh Young’s dedication to service excellence.
Manufacturing engineers and technicians evaluated service performance across categories like dependability, responsiveness, technology, product value, integration, and overall satisfaction. Koh Young emerged as the top performer in each category, reaffirming its commitment to customer success.
In addition to its award-winning solutions, Koh Young supports customers through a network of Demo, Application, and Training Centers across the Americas, as well as a global infrastructure designed to provide best-in-class service. The company’s innovative culture drives both the development of cutting-edge inspection technologies and continuous improvement in customer support.
Koh Young’s approach extends beyond just providing high-performance equipment; it ensures customers maximize their production efficiency through comprehensive training, ongoing support, and regular updates. We designed the offices in Atlanta and Guadalajara specifically to enhance the customer experience, offering tailored training and support to ensure success with Koh Young’s advanced solutions.
Joel Scutchfield, General Manager of SMT Business Operations and Director of Sales at Koh Young America, commented, “We are honored to receive this recognition for the third time in four years. It’s a testament to the dedication of our team and the trust our customers place in us. At Koh Young, we pride ourselves on delivering not only innovative technology but also the exceptional support that helps our customers succeed. This award reflects our ongoing commitment to ensuring their success, and we look forward to continuing to raise the bar in customer service.”
With this latest award, Koh Young solidifies its reputation as a trusted partner in the manufacturing industry, helping customers optimize productivity and reduce costs with innovative, process-driven solutions. You can find out more about Koh Young and its solutions at www.kohyoungamerica.com or by visiting its global website www.kohyoung.com
AUSTIN, TX – Austin American Technology (AAT) is pleased to announce its participation in both the SMTA Tampa Bay Expo on November 12, 2024, and the SMTA Space Coast Expo on November 14, 2024. These events mark the first co-branded display for AAT and Aqua Klean Systems (AKS), focusing on performance, technology and reliability.
Visitors to the AAT/AKS booth will explore innovative cleaning solutions designed to meet the evolving demands of the electronics manufacturing industry. Both expos provide a unique opportunity to engage with industry experts and learn about the latest developments in advanced cleaning and manufacturing technologies.
“At these expos, we are pleased to showcase how AAT and AKS complement each other to deliver top- tier performance,” said Todd Rountree, CEO at AAT. “These events offer an excellent platform to demonstrate our combined strength and pledge to reliability and innovation.”
Join us at these events to discover the future of cleaning.
SMTA Tampa Bay Expo
Date: November 12, 2024
Location: Largo Event Center, Largo, FL
SMTA Space Coast Expo
Date: November 14, 2024
Location: Melbourne Auditorium, Melbourne, FL
For more information about Austin American Technology and Aqua Klean Systems, please visit www.aat-corp.com
NASHVILLE – KYZEN, the global leader in innovative environmentally responsible cleaning chemistries, will exhibit at the SMTA Tampa Expo and Tech Forum, scheduled to take place Tuesday, Nov. 12 at the Largo Event Center in Largo, FL and SMTA Space Coast Expo and Tech Forum on Thursday, Nov. 14 at Melbourne Auditorium in Melbourne, FL. The KYZEN Clean Team will be on-site at both events to provide information about aqueous PCB cleaning solutions AQUANOX A4625 and A4618.
KYZEN assists PCB manufacturers in meeting their unique cleaning challenges by providing cleaning chemistries to effectively remove flux residues from a variety of substrates. Miniaturization and the need for high reliability drives the technology behind every KYZEN cleaning solution.
AQUANOX A4625 is an aqueous inline cleaning solution designed to clean electronic assemblies in spray-in-air cleaning equipment. A4625 is highly compatible and cleans most solder pastes, lead-free and no-clean fluxes in addition to water-soluble soils. AQUANOX A4635 works well at low concentrations, allowing it a long bath life and is safe for multi-pass applications.
AQUANOX A4618 is a versatile aqueous in-line cleaning solution designed to clean all lead- free flux types, including no-clean and Pb-free residues. A4618 is a low VOC solution boasting an adjusted stabilizer package and is best used at low temperatures and concentrations.
KYZEN cleaning solutions address your cleaning challenges and will improve overall cleaning efficacy while remaining easy to use and cost-effective.
For more information, visit www.kyzen.com
SINGAPORE – SP Manufacturing Pte Ltd., a leader in comprehensive electronic manufacturing services, is thrilled to announce the grand opening of its new factory in Senai, Malaysia, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey. This state-of-the-art facility enhances the company’s operational resilience and positions SP Manufacturing to meet growing customer demand in the region.
The new factory reflects SP Manufacturing’s ongoing mission to deliver high-quality and timely service across all operations. It will complement SPM’s existing global facilities, providing the same level of excellence that customers have come to expect.
"This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our entire team," said Jackson Tan, Global Business Development Director at SP Manufacturing. "We look forward to writing the next chapter of the SPM story as we continue to grow, innovate and deliver unmatched value to our customers."
The Senai facility is equipped with comprehensive manufacturing capabilities, including:
In addition to these technical capabilities, SP Manufacturing excels in supply chain management, ensuring the timely delivery of high-quality components and seamless support for its customers.
SP Manufacturing serves a broad range of industries, including Medical Devices, Mission Critical, Automotive, Aerospace and Defense, Industrial Equipment, Telecommunications, and Renewable Energy. This diverse market reach reflects the company’s ability to adapt and meet the unique needs of a variety of industries.
For more information about SP Manufacturing and its award-winning services, visit www.sp-manufacturing.com
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