CRANSTON, RI – AIM Solder, a leading global manufacturer of solder assembly materials for the electronics industry, is pleased to announce the signing of Electronic Production Tool & Supply, Inc. (EPTS) for distribution in the Long Island region. Committed to providing reliable solutions to electronics manufacturers, EPTS aligns perfectly with AIM Solder’s values.

EPTS is a factory-authorized distributor of chemicals, tools, and supplies for the assembly and repair of electronic equipment. They specialize in contract vendor management of shelf-life dependent materials and sell aerosols, benches, lighting, ESD supplies, solder, soldering equipment, and microscopes.

“We are excited about this new partnership with EPTS,” said Kelly Cardone, AIM Solder Director of Marketing & Customer Experience. “Together, we look forward to delivering innovative soldering solutions to our customers in the Long Island area.”

Visit EPTS at https://epttool.com, or email Rob Engel at rengel@epttool.com to learn more.

REDDITCH, UK – Altus Group, a leading supplier of capital equipment for the electronics manufacturing industry in the UK and Ireland, is pleased to announce the successful installation of a second Koh Young Zenith 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) system at Active-PCB Solutions. This latest investment highlights Altus’ commitment to providing innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and quality in the Electronics Manufacturing Services sector.

Active-PCB Solutions, a leading contract electronics manufacturer, previously invested in the Koh Young Zenith Alpha HS+ AOI two years ago, achieving outstanding results with the initial system. Pleased with its performance, the company has now expanded its capabilities by adding a second unit. This new investment will further enhance their inspection processes, enabling comprehensive 3D inspection and meeting the demanding standards of modern electronics manufacturing.

Luke Minnis, Manufacturing Product and Process Engineer at Active-PCB, said: "I have been a Koh Young and Altus partner for many years now, and we are really happy to keep building on our partnership and to bring in another 3D AOI. This investment is a clear sign of our ambitions for the future and our desire to implement the best-in-class processes at our facility."

Anthony Oh, Technical Applications Manager at Altus Group, said: "It is always gratifying to receive repeat orders from our partners. This ultimately means the machine is generating the expected return on investment they had planned. Active-PCB is a significant player in the UK CEM space, so to have their continued trust and investment is something we are very proud of. We look forward to continuing to support them as they leverage the AOI platform to drive further improvements in their manufacturing processes."

The Koh Young Zenith Alpha HS+ is known for its high-speed, AI-driven 3D measurement capabilities. With a 4-projector setup using Digital Light Processing (DLP) technology, the system offers 15-micron resolution and full 3D metrology up to 25mm in height. These advanced features ensure precise and reliable inspection of complex assemblies, meeting rigorous quality standards.

REDMOND, WA – Data I/O Corporation (NASDAQ: DAIO) today announced a Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) transition plan, with industry veteran and current Data I/O Board member William “Bill” Wentworth to become President and CEO. Bill will replace Anthony Ambrose through a managed transition plan.

“We are very pleased to announce a leadership transition plan today with Bill Wentworth coming on board to lead Data I/O,” said Sally Washlow, Independent Chair of the Board of Directors of Data I/O. “Already a highly respected Board member of the Company, Bill will take on an executive role as he becomes President effective September 1, 2024 and CEO effective October 1, 2024.”

Mr. Wentworth, age 58, comes to Data I/O with a wealth of industry experience spanning over 35 years, including private equity and M&A exposure. As the CEO of Source Electronics, the global market share leader in programming and test services, he was a Data I/O customer and led the sale of controlling interest of Source Electronics to HIG Capital in 2001 and the company’s subsequent sale to Avnet in 2008 with significant investor return. Under Mr. Wentworth’s leadership, Source developed compelling programming solutions for the automotive and consumer industries, expanding the business and limiting its industry and customer concentration. More recently, as President and owner of Wentworth Advisors, he has consulted in the programming, IT, and private equity markets, focusing on expanding deal flow, performing due diligence and Board service. Mr. Wentworth has been a member of the Board of Directors of Data I/O since May 2023, serving as Chair of the Corporate Governance & Nominating Committee and member of the Audit and Compensation Committees.

“I am incredibly excited to become the next leader at Data I/O,” said Bill Wentworth. “Data I/O is the leading supplier to the global automotive industry and has developed industry-leading programming technology, automated solutions, and software. As a longtime customer of Data I/O over the past 40 years, I was a hands- on user of the industry’s first programming solution, the Data I/O 1. As a Board member for the past year, I’ve brought unique perspectives to the Company’s products and go-to-market strategies. Data I/O has the best balance sheet in the industry, an impressive global customer base, and critical programming technologies for automotive electronics market leadership, thanks to Anthony and his team. Our first objectives will be to capitalize on these attributes to generate growth, add new revenue streams, investigate new go-to-market models, and build the most robust, consistent, and reliable solutions for the markets we serve. The team and I will be evaluating from day one a comprehensive set of organic and inorganic opportunities for growth. Using our current strengths and industry-leading position, we will invest and innovate for the future with a goal of attaining sustainably greater profits and returns for shareholders.”

“I would like to thank Anthony Ambrose for his 12 years as CEO,” said Sally Washlow. “Anthony led our transition to Automotive First and introduced the PSV family of programming systems, the most successful family of programming systems in the industry with over 500 systems sold in the past decade. Anthony will assist Bill during his transition period and will be available to consult for the Company for the next 12 months. We all wish him well in his retirement from Data I/O.”

“It’s been my great pleasure to lead Data I/O for the past 12 years,” said Anthony Ambrose. “I recently discussed succession planning with the Board of Directors and I am pleased to hand off leadership of Data I/O to Bill Wentworth. He has the experience in our industry and financial markets to take Data I/O to the next level, and I look forward to fully supporting him during the transition period and beyond.”

Mr. Wentworth will continue to serve on Data I/O’s Board of Directors, although he will be reclassified from an Independent member to an Executive member, with Committee participation subject to change. After October 31, 2024, Mr. Ambrose will no longer be a member of Data I/O’s Board of Directors following his retirement as CEO of the Company, leaving 4 members of which 3 will be independent.

CYPRESS, CA – Hanwha Techwin Automation Americas, Hanwha Precision Machinery’s North America branch office, and a leader in precision manufacturing and technology solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of Circuit Assembly Products SE, represented by Doug Eidle, as its new representative for Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, and Tennessee.

Doug Eidle, a seasoned professional with extensive expertise in PCBA and microelectronics packaging, will represent Hanwha’s cutting-edge capital equipment for SMT, thru-hole and advanced packaging technologies. With a robust track record in B2B strategies and customer relationship management, Doug is uniquely qualified to enhance Hanwha's presence in the Southeastern United States.

Tim Kang, CEO of Hanwha Techwin Automation Americas, expressed his enthusiasm about the new partnership, stating, "We are thrilled to welcome Doug Eidle and Circuit Assembly Products SE to our team. Doug’s deep understanding of the market and demonstrated ability to connect with customers and coordinate sales and service efforts make him the ideal partner to help us expand our reach in the Southeast. His expertise will be invaluable as we continue to introduce innovative solutions to meet the evolving needs of the electronics manufacturing industry."

Doug Eidle’s role will focus on promoting Hanwha’s state-of-the-art technology solutions, facilitating new customer engagements, and ensuring that clients receive exceptional support and service. This partnership is expected to strengthen Hanwha’s market position and help in achieving sustained growth in the region.

More information is available at www.hanwha-pm.com