ST. PETERSBURG, FL – On August 10, 2023, Steven D. Borges, Executive Vice President and CEO, Diversified Manufacturing Services, announced that he intends to retire from Jabil (NYSE: JBL). on December 31, 2023, remaining available to transition his responsibilities through December 31, 2024.

HUNTSVILLE, AL – Adtran today announced the expansion of advanced telecommunications equipment manufacturing at its state-of-the-art facility in Huntsville, Alabama, to meet the growing demand for domestically produced network electronics, spurred by the Biden-Harris Administration’s $42.45 billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program and its Made-in-America policies in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

With a total investment of up to $5 million and the creation of up to 300 high-quality, good-paying jobs, today’s announcement is an exciting step forward in Adtran’s decades-long journey to make communications simpler and more affordable for millions of Americans.

Adtran is expanding its current US production of optical line termination (OLT) equipment and preparing to onshore the manufacturing of optical network terminals (ONTs).

To celebrate this announcement, Adtran is welcoming Mitch Landrieu, Senior Advisor to the President and White House Infrastructure Coordinator, and Alan Davidson, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information and NTIA Administrator, for a tour of its 270,000-square-foot manufacturing facility.

“As a leading US telecommunications equipment provider, we look forward to partnering with state broadband offices and network operators across the country as they expand secure, high-speed internet access to millions of Americans,” said Tom Stanton, CEO of Adtran. “This expansion not only represents a strategic investment in Adtran’s growing workforce and manufacturing capabilities but also demonstrates our long-term commitment to strengthening the domestic supply chain and securing communications networks with American-made equipment.”

Adtran is excited to welcome new employees to its team and is committed to investing in their success with on-the-job training and by extending the same industry-leading benefits it offers its current employees, including a college tuition reimbursement program.

Adtran is investing in the community by partnering with local area schools for its high school apprenticeship program and developing a co-op program for college students. The diversity of Adtran’s workforce reflects the diversity of Alabama: People of color make up over 40% of Adtran’s manufacturing team and one-third identify as African American. 57% of manufacturing employees are women, compared to a manufacturing industry average of just 30%.

“This announcement is the latest example of how we’re turning ‘Made in America’ into a reality and expanding manufacturing across the country,” commented Gina Raimondo, US Secretary of Commerce. “Thanks to President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, we will connect everyone in America to high-speed internet networks built by American workers with American-made equipment.”

“The Internet for All initiative is not just a connectivity program, it’s a jobs program – for the people who build the networks and for the people who make the equipment those networks need,” said Alan Davidson, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information and NTIA Administrator. “If network equipment can be made in America, it should be made in America. Companies like Adtran are stepping up and answering that call.”

“Access to high-speed internet is no longer a luxury – it is an essential tool to access education, healthcare and jobs,” commented Mitch Landrieu, Senior Advisor to the President and White House Infrastructure Coordinator. “President Biden’s Investing in America agenda has made the largest investment in high-speed internet in our country’s history to ensure all Americans are connected to affordable, reliable high-speed internet using Made-in-America materials. Adtran’s exciting announcement today is part of a manufacturing boom that is creating good-paying jobs and boosting our economy – including here in Huntsville, Alabama.”

“The Tennessee Valley has long been a national leader in developing the advanced technologies that support our modern industrial base. The investments announced today will help ensure that broadband is able to reach more Americans with equipment made right here in North Alabama, supporting our economy and the United States as a whole,” noted Dale Strong, US Representative (AL-05).

PORTO, PORTUGAL – Critical Manufacturing, a global leader in next-level automation and manufacturing execution systems (MES), has announced a stellar slate of speakers and panelists for its upcoming MES & Industry 4.0 (MESI) International Summit. Portugal’s Secretary of State for Digitalization and Administrative Modernization Mário Campolargo will deliver the inaugural speech to the conference, Industry 4.0 strategy advisor Jeff Winter from Hitachi Solutions will deliver the opening keynote, and experts implementing digitalization projects will share their experience and insights in panels and presentations throughout the two-day event, taking place September 7-8, 2023.

“This is a very exciting time to be involved in manufacturing automation. Industry 4.0 is taking hold, and many companies are finding smarter ways to cut costs, streamline operations and improve quality. We created this summit as a platform for bringing those who have cross industry and cross company experience with smart manufacturing together with those applying it in their own companies,” said Francisco Almada Lobo, CEO at Critical Manufacturing.

MES & Industry 4.0 International Summit provides industry leaders, experts, and visionaries who are shaping the future of the manufacturing industry a platform to connect, collaborate, and explore the latest innovations, trends, and best practices in an environment conducive to learning and growth. It includes a panel discussion, hands-on round tables, captivating demonstrations, and thought- provoking case studies.

Jeff Winter, the keynote speaker, is an expert in helping manufacturers implement Industry 4.0 to improve their operations. The second day will feature a keynote presentation on “Supercharging Manufacturing Transformation: Delivering business value from shop floor to top floor” by Hari Sadarhalli and Shantanu Rai, corporate vice president and associate vice president respectively, at HCL Technologies Ltd. The event will further encompass roundtable discussions led by Critical Manufacturing MES users and other industry leaders, focusing on the following topics:

• Role of MES and IIoT in Building Resilient and Data-driven Enterprise. Thomas Beeg, Managing Director and CEO at Fabmatics USA will moderate the panel, which will include Frank Hochschultz from Fraunhofer, Thomas Amrein from Vishay, and Christian Schmidbauer from AMS Osram.
• Decoding IoT: Practical Guidance for Success in Modern Manufacturing, which will focus on the Internet of Things (IoT) in the context of modern manufacturing and shop-floor equipment integration. Panelists include John Vargo, Jeff Rericha and Yi Han Lee, all of Rovisys.
• Partnering for the Digital Plant of Future, which will examine the divide between the Industry 4.0 vision and the reality. Panelists include Cognizant IOT industrial operations specialists Amol Akre and NS Mahadevan.
• Docker Containers, the Future of Industry 4 Software Development. Panelists include Neil Cresswell and Tobia Mühlnikel, both of Portainer.io.

Complementing the keynotes and panels will be industry use case presentations from experts representing the following industries:

• Semiconductor production, including Didier Chavet, head of manufacturing IT operations, Micron Technology;  David Fried, corporate vice president, Lam Research; Priya Almelkar, VP IT manufacturing and product engineering, Wolfspeed, and Missy Stigall SVP, global fab Wolfspeed.
• Medical device manufacturing, including Michael Kaiser, global process coordinator, B.Braun and Tonniele Naeher, MES program manager, Integer.
• Industrial equipment manufacturing, including Tarun Chopra, head of manufacturing services for Danfoss Group IT.
• Electronics manufacturing, including Alexander Hagenfeldt, Senior Manager Service EMEA at ASMPT.

Expected attendees include CXOs, VPs, directors, and managers of manufacturing, production, IT, and operations, many of whom are managing digitalization, innovation initiatives. Space is limited and available on a first come, first service basis.

For more information about MESI 4.0 or to pre-register for the event, please visit https://mesi40- summit.com?utm_source=pressrelease&utm_medium=mw&utm_campaign=MESI40

BOHEMIA NY – Q Source, a provider of custom solutions for the Bio-Medical, Electronic, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing industries, is excited to announce the addition of the next-generation Mantis Stereo Microscopes from Vision Engineering to its product lineup. These award- winning microscopes redefine operator comfort and 3D imaging capabilities, setting new standards for performance and precision in the field.

The next-generation Mantis Stereo Microscopes are designed to deliver unparalleled visual clarity and ergonomic excellence. With a focus on operator well- being and image quality, these microscopes provide an exceptional viewing experience that enables professionals to see more and do more than ever before. Unlike traditional binocular microscopes, the Mantis Stereo Microscopes boast an eyepiece-less design, ensuring stress-free and comfortable viewing.

“Vision Engineering has a longstanding reputation for innovation and excellence in microscopy,” said Steve Quail, Business Development Manager, at Q Source. “These microscopes are a game-changer for professionals who demand top-tier performance, ergonomic comfort, and exceptional image quality. With the Mantis microscopes, users can expect a new level of precision and clarity in their observations and manipulations.”

Key Features of the Mantis Stereo Microscopes:

• Superior Image Quality: Vision Engineering's advanced technology provides a high-resolution, high-contrast optical stereo image that captures even the smallest details with exceptional clarity.
• Enhanced Ergonomics: The eyepiece-less design of the Mantis microscopes reduces eye strain and fatigue, enabling longer and more productive work sessions.
• Dynamic View Optics: This innovative feature offers a stereo view that adjusts as the user moves their head, providing a dynamic and informative perspective.
• High-Performance Digital Imaging: The microscopes come equipped with digital imaging capabilities that allow real-time image sharing, improving communication and reporting.
• Diverse Illumination Modes: Five illumination modes offer enhanced 3D illumination, inspection of coatings and fluorescing agents, and contrast-enhancing illumination for low-contrast subjects.
• Ergonomic Benefits: Extended pupil eyepiece-less technology enhances eye comfort, while the ergonomic design promotes natural movement and improved hand-eye coordination.

For more than 40 years, Q Source has been a distribution leader for a wide range of commercial industrial products used across multiple industries. For more information about the Next Generation Mantis Stereo Microscopes and other high-quality laboratory equipment available at Q Source, please visit www.qsource.com