BANNOCKBURN, IL – IPC created a new certification for company subject matter experts on IPC standards. The Certified Standards Expert (CSE) will possess a high level of expertise and serve as an in-house expert on IPC standards.

BEAVERTON, OR – Tektronix promoted Tami Newcombe to president.

BANNOCKBURN, IL – IPC has released a new standard for data communication inside and outside factories.

KYOTO, JAPAN – Nidec will acquire Omron Automotive Electronics via a stock purchase agreement for an undisclosed sum.