HALFMOON, NY – PVA, a global supplier of automated dispensing and coating equipment, is pleased to announce is pleased to announce its exciting new partnership with ESD-Center. With its strong presence and expertise in the Baltics and Norway, ESD-Center has been appointed as the official distributor for PVA, solidifying a promising alliance in the field of advanced manufacturing solutions.

PVA's flexible and advanced systems for the application of conformal coating and precise dispensing align seamlessly with the objectives and market requirements of ESD-Center. These robust and repeatable systems not only enhance production throughput but also reduce material waste, ultimately leading to cost savings in the manufacturing process.

Stefan Sjökvist, Managing Director of ESD-Center, expressed his enthusiasm for the partnership, stating, "We're delighted and excited to announce our cooperation with PVA. PVA is well-known with a substantial existing installation base in our territory, and we're confident that together, we can achieve even greater heights."

PVA's over 30 years of experience and industry-leading technological advancements, coupled with the presence of a cutting-edge application and tech center in Europe, bring immense value to both ESD-Center and its valued customers. Combined with ESD-Center's established market position, extensive knowledge in conformal coating processes, and a dedicated local field service organization, this partnership is poised to offer an unparalleled conformal coating and dispensing experience within the Baltics and Norway. This strategic collaboration between PVA and ESD-Center represents a significant step forward in providing high-quality and cost-effective manufacturing solutions to the region, ultimately benefiting a wide range of industries, from electronics to automotive and beyond.

For more information about PVA and ESD-Center, please visit www.pva.net and www.esd-center.se

OXFORD, CT – MIRTEC, the ‘Global Leader in Inspection Technology’, proudly announces its receipt of the prestigious 2023 Service Excellence Award from CIRCUITS ASSEMBLY magazine in the category of Test and Inspection Equipment. The award was presented by Mike Buetow, President, PCEA, to Robert Horowitz, MIRTEC’s National Sales Manager, during a ceremony held on Tuesday, Oct. 10, 2023, during the SMTA International Exposition.

“We are extremely proud to have received this prestigious award as it is a testament to the consistent high quality of customer support that has made MIRTEC a market leader,” stated Brian D’Amico, President of MIRTEC's North American Sales and Service Division. "We take great pride in our ability to provide prompt, courteous, and knowledgeable support to our valued customers. It is a pleasure to accept this award on behalf of our talented support staff for a job well done!”

MIRTEC has earned a total of 10 Service Excellence Awards over the last 15 years based on its outstanding ratings in Customer Satisfaction. With over 30 sales and support centers located strategically throughout North America, the company is able to provide its customers with a full range of services including consultation, installation, equipment training, and after-sales support.

Sponsored by CIRCUITS ASSEMBLY, the Service Excellence Awards for Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) providers and electronics assembly suppliers aim to honor companies that excel in the critical area of customer service. In its 31st year, the program serves as a benchmark for participants to assess their customer satisfaction relative to their peers, and it is independently audited by a third party to ensure its integrity.

MIRTEC continues to set the industry standard for Excellence in Test and Inspection Technology. MIRTEC products have been extremely successful in both high-volume / low-mix consumer electronics manufacturing as well as low-medium volume / high-mix, high-complexity medical, automotive, aerospace and defense manufacturing environments. Discover how MIRTEC can help your business achieve the highest levels of quality, efficiency, and profitability, please visit www.mirtec.com 

MANASSAS, VA – ZESTRON, the leading global provider of high-precision cleaning products, services, and training solutions in the electronics manufacturing and semiconductor industries, is excited to announce its participation in the upcoming SMTA Guadalajara Expo and Tech Forum, a premier event in the electronics manufacturing industry. The expo and forum are scheduled to take place from October 25th to October 26th at Expo Guadalajara, where ZESTRON will be showcasing its innovative cleaning solutions and expertise.

As an industry leader, ZESTRON has been at the forefront of developing cutting-edge and evironmentally safe cleaning technologies that cater to the evolving needs of electronics manufacturers. The SMTA Guadalajara Expo and Tech Forum provides a platform for ZESTRON to present its latest advancements and engage with industry professionals, offering insights into how their solutions can optimize production processes and ensure the highest standards of cleanliness and reliability.

ZESTRON invites all attendees to visit their booth at the event and learn more about evironmentally safe cleaning options for PCB defluxing, stencil cleaning and conformal coating removal. ZESTRON’s technical center offers a large selection of cleaning equipment from international manufacturers, varying in size and price, and available for customers to test and run trials. Visit our virtual tour and contact ZESTRON to assist with your cleaning needs.

Please visit the event page for more information about the SMTA Guadalajara Expo and Tech Forum.

POOLE, UK – Two service excellence awards presented to Europlacer at last week’s SMTAI show in Minneapolis take the company’s run of these prestigious accolades into double figures. Europlacer has topped the list of this highly respected and independent annual industry survey for exemplary service delivery in the Pick & Place category every year for the past ten years.

This year’s Service Excellence awards were once again presented in person by PCEA President and former CA Editor-in-Chief, Mike Buetow and Europlacer received the top honor for 2023 in the pick & place and screen printing categories, accepting trophies for each that add to an impressive collection.

The awards program is widely recognized as a premier industry endorsement. Independent auditors review feedback from a wide selection of customers. The assessment uses a methodology that evaluates and compares attainment across seven specific categories: dependability, quality, responsiveness, technology, value for price, flexibility, and overall satisfaction.

“These awards are totally independent and impartial, the only influence we have is by providing the best service and doing the right things for our customers,” points out Chris Merow, Director of Sales at Europlacer Americas, who accepted the prestigious awards on behalf of Europlacer at the SMTAi ceremony. “Landing a tenth consecutive annual award for pick & place and another in an equally long line of awards for our screen printer service delivery is unprecedented and hugely rewarding for the customer-facing sales and support teams at Europlacer,” he adds.

Chris points out that securing ten awards in a row is not down to luck but a conscious focus on continuously delivering the exemplary service and support that Europlacer uses to differentiate itself in the market. “We always use the awards feedback to refine our service delivery and to inform our R&D initiatives.”