DALLAS, TX – The total value of automated test equipment is expected to reach $4.13 billion by 2020 at a CAGR of 2.8% from 2014 to 2020, says MarketsandMarkets.

CHICAGO -- The annual SMTAI show kicked off here yesterday with an overflowing technical conference and scattered exhibit floor crowds.

WUXI, CHINA – Jabil Circuit staff members making Apple iPhone 6 covers at a plant here are forced to work up to 77 hours weekly in a stressful and unsafe environment to meet demands, according to China Labor Watch, say published reports.

BANNOCKBURN, IL – IPC presented Committee Leadership, Special Recognition and Distinguished Committee Service Awards to individuals who made significant contributions to IPC and the industry in the development of electronics manufacturing standards.