NORCROSS, GA -- Assembléon, the supplier of placement machines, named Leo van de Vall president and chief executive of Assembléon Americas Inc. He replaces Michael Buscher, who founded the American branch several years ago.
The move is effective today. He is based
in the company's office outside Atlanta. Van de Vall has more
than 20 years experience in various international management positions in
Philips, the parent company of Assembleon.
In a press release, the company noted "his broad knowledge and
experience of the SMT industry and market are ideal credentials for
further building Assembléon’s strong position in the electronics
assembly market in North and South America."