WESTLAKE, OH – Nordson reported fiscal first quarter sales for the Advanced Technology Solutions segment were $285.2 million, up 19.8% year-over-year. Organic sales increased 21%, partially offset by an unfavorable currency impact of 1%. The segment had double-digit organic sales demand across all end markets, with particular strength in its electronics dispense and biopharma fluid component product lines.

WASHINGTON – Today President Biden is meeting with administration and state partners, industry executives, community representatives, labor leaders, and California Governor Gavin Newsom to announce major investments in domestic production of critical minerals and materials, according to a White House press release.

KYOTO and AUSTIN – Murata Electronics North America and Resonant have entered into a definitive agreement under which Murata will acquire all outstanding shares of Resonant not owned by Murata for $4.50 per share in cash.

PEACHTREE CITY, GA – PCB East will offer a full day of free classes during its annual technical conference and exhibition in April in Marlborough, MA.