WESTFORD, MA – BTU International, Inc., a leading supplier of advanced thermal processing equipment for the electronics manufacturing market, is pleased to announce the appointment of E-Tronix as its representative in North Dakota (ND), South Dakota (SD), Minnesota (MN), Iowa (IA), Wisconsin (WI) and Illinois (IL).

E-Tronix, renowned for its exceptional service and expertise in the electronics manufacturing industry, will now represent BTU International’s state-of- the-art thermal processing solutions.

This partnership aims to strengthen BTU’s presence in these key regions, providing local manufacturers with enhanced access to BTU’s cutting-edge technology and customer support.

“E-Tronix’s extensive knowledge and experience in the electronics manufacturing industry make them the perfect partner to help us expand our reach and support our customers in North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois,” commented Isaiah Smith, Regional Sales Manager at BTU International.

E-Tronix will be responsible for promoting and selling BTU International’s thermal processing equipment. Their team of experts will also provide localized technical support and service, ensuring that BTU’s customers receive the highest level of support and expertise.

“By aligning ourselves with best-in-class suppliers and limiting our line card with nothing but the highest of quality products and technologies, we believe we can deliver solutions that enable our customers long-term sustainable success,” said Anthony Noto, Managing Partner of Illinois at E-Tronix. “We believe that BTU checks every box when it comes to having superior products, a reliable service network and a winning culture. While adding a reflow oven provider to our product offering has been on our radar for quite some time, we were simply waiting for the best in the market to become available, and that’s what we have with BTU.”

For more information about BTU International and its products, please visit www.btu.com. For inquiries and support in North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin and Illinois, please visit E-Tronix at www.E-Tronix.com.

MOUNT PLEASANT, PA – Intervala LLC, a premier full-service electronics manufacturing services provider, today announced that Florin Larion, an accomplished lean and continuous improvement leader, has been named corporate director of operational excellence. In this role, Florin is responsible for advancing a culture of continuous improvement throughout Intervala’s business and using Lean methodologies and tools to achieve companywide process-related improvements and strategic objectives.

Florin joined Intervala from AR RF/Microwave Instrumentation, bringing nearly 20 years of Lean practitioner experience within the global manufacturing arena. He previously held continuous improvement management roles and led Lean initiatives for Knoll Inc., Sterlite Technologies Ltd., NCR Corporation, Flextronics International Ltd., Corning Cable Systems, and Danaher Corporation, among other U.S.-based and global manufacturers. Florin holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering from the Polytechnic Institute of Cluj and is a Lean Six Sigma master black belt, certified DMAIC Six Sigma black belt and recognized kaizen sensei.

“Our unrelenting commitment to operational excellence is a key element of Intervala’s culture and promise to always provide our customers with the smartest solutions to achieve their organizational goals,” said Teresa Huber, president and CEO. “We are excited to welcome another high-caliber professional such as Florin to the Intervala team and look forward to him applying his extensive lean and continuous improvement expertise to further facilitate companywide process-related improvements and strategic objectives for the benefit of our customers.”

MANASSAS, VA – ZESTRON, the leading global provider of high-precision cleaning products, services, and training solutions in the electronics manufacturing and semiconductor industries, is pleased to announce an upcoming webinar titled "Unveiling Defluxing Strategies for High-Density Advanced Packaging with Ultra-Fine Pitch Die on CoWs." The webinar will take place on July 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM EDT.

Join us for an insightful session led by Sr. Applications Engineer Ravi Parthasarathy as he delves into the advancements in heterogeneous integration in semiconductor technology. This webinar will explore the transition from chip-on-substrate (CoS) to chip-on-wafer (CoW) technology, highlighting the integration of chips onto an interposer with wafer-level molding and flip chip (FC) substrate connection.

Ravi will share his extensive research originally presented at the IMAPS Device Packaging Conference, focusing on ultra-fine pitch CoW devices with bump pitches under 25μm and over 150K bump counts. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the efficacy of low-concentration alkaline cleaning agents compared to de-ionized water inline systems. Additionally, the webinar will cover the impact of wash temperatures and conveyor belt speed on cleaning effectiveness, utilizing visual inspection, FTIR analysis, and SEM/EDX testing.

This webinar is a must-attend for professionals seeking to enhance their understanding of heterogeneous integration and advanced cleaning techniques in semiconductor technology. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an industry expert and stay ahead of the curve in high-density advanced packaging.

For more information and to register for the webinar, please visit the Webinar Registration Page.

SUN PRAIRIE, WI – Pro-Active Engineering, a leader in PCB engineering and manufacturing solutions, is pleased to announce the appointment of Robert Graumann as its Chief Executive Officer.

“I am thrilled to join the talented team at Pro-Active Engineering,” Robert said. “Together, we will accelerate our mission to deliver top-tier engineering solutions, while driving strategic initiatives to ensure long-term growth and customer satisfaction. We will leverage the strengths of our existing team to continue providing exceptional service to our customers.”

With a career in manufacturing spanning over two decades, Robert brings a wealth of experience driving transformative growth and operational excellence across several industries. He began his career in management consulting with Ernst & Young and Booz Allen Hamilton prior to taking on leadership roles at Johnson Controls, Rexnord and Charter Manufacturing. Robert’s leadership experience also includes Group President and COO of Manchester Tank and President of WorkSpace+. Most recently, he served as CEO of TRIARC Corporation, where he led significant operational improvements and strategic realignment. Under his guidance, TRIARC successfully navigated complex market challenges, achieving notable growth in profitability and operational efficiency.

“Robert's extensive experience and proven leadership abilities make him the ideal choice to lead Pro-Active Engineering forward,” said Mark Papp, President of Tide Rock Yieldco. “His strategic vision and commitment to excellence are aligned with Pro-Active’s core values, and will be invaluable as the company continues to grow and innovate.”

Robert holds a Master of Business Administration from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, and a Master of Engineering Management from the McCormick School of Engineering. He also earned a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, graduating with distinction.

Robert’s extensive leadership experience and ability to effectively integrate strategy with operations will be invaluable as Pro-Active continues to expand its market presence and enhance technological capabilities. Under Robert's leadership, Pro-Active Engineering is poised for a new phase of innovation and growth, with a continued commitment to delivering superior solutions that meet the evolving needs of its customers.