Latest PCB (Printed Circuit Board) News

The SMTA has announced the launch of the Ultra HDI (UHDI) Learning Pavilion, a first-of-its-kind experience dedicated to advancing Ultra-High Density Interconnect technology. Taking place in booth #2753 during SMTA International, October 22-24, 2024 in Rosemont, Illinois, this interactive and educat... Read More

Scanfil has acquired SRXGlobal Pty Ltd. for EUR 23.3 million (USD 25.7 million), marking a key step in its Asia Pacific expansion. This acquisition includes SRX factories in Melbourne, Australia, and Johor Bahru, Malaysia, with 8 automated SMT lines and about 300 employees.“The acquisition of ... Read More

KLA, a developer of equipment and services that advance innovation throughout the electronics industry, celebrated the completion of Phase 1 of its newest manufacturing facility.This Phase 1 building of the new facility is part of a US$200 million investment by KLA to grow its presence in Singapore,... Read More

Cyient DLM, an integrated electronics manufacturing company, announced its acquisition of Altek Electronics, a prominent EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services) company based in the United States. This strategic move marks a significant milestone in Cyient DLM's growth plan, expanding its presen... Read More

Dymax, a manufacturer of light-curing materials and equipment, will exhibit at SMTA International 2024 in Rosemont, IL, from October 21-24. Engineers and electronics professionals are invited to visit booth 2713, where Dymax will present curing materials and equipment designed for the evolving needs... Read More

PDR Rework and Inspection Systems has announced the release of ThermoActive V8, an innovative software solution designed to transform BGA rework processes by offering unmatched precision and efficiency. Tailored for advanced thermal management, ThermoActive V8 ensures flawless rework of BGA and SMD ... Read More

MacroFab, the operator of North America's largest technology platform and marketplace for electronics manufacturing, has announced the launch of FabIQ, an industry-first intelligence technology that removes the guesswork and legwork associated with pricing printed circuit board assembly. This ne... Read More

AIM Solder, a leading global manufacturer of solder assembly materials for the electronics industry, has announced its participation in the upcoming SMT-Info Technical Conference taking place October 15-16 in Brno, Czech Republic. AIM’s Ales Sedlak will be giving a presentation titled “A... Read More

OKI has announced that the OKI Group’s printed circuit board (PCB) company OKI Circuit Technology (“OTC”; President: Masaya Suzuki, Headquarters: Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture) will participate in the PCB West 2024 Conference & Exhibition, scheduled to take place from October 8... Read More

At the annual anniversary celebration, Kurtz Ersa CFO Thomas Mühleck was not only honored for 30 years of service by Advisory Board Chairman Rainer Kurtz but was also appointed CEO and thus Chairman of the Management Board of the Kurtz Ersa Group. Thomas Mühleck started his career 30 ... Read More

Industry sentiment in the electronics sector declined significantly in September due to rising cost concerns and weakening demand according to IPC’s September Sentiment of the Global Electronics Manufacturing Supply Chain Report. The Demand Index fell by 7.3 percent in September, with all... Read More

The ICAPE Group, a global technology distributor of printed circuit boards ("PCB") and custom-made electromechanical parts, announced its half-year results for the first half of 2024, which ended on June 30, 2024, and approved by the Board of Directors on September 25, 2024.Yann DUIGO... Read More

Nano Dimension and Markforged Holding Corporation (“Markforged”) jointly announced that they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Nano Dimension will acquire all outstanding shares of Markforged in an all-cash transaction for $5.00 per share.In acquiring Markforged, Nano ... Read More

The 2024 edition of electronica India, productronica India and SEMICON India 2024 concluded with a historic success as Southeast Asia’s largest platform for electronics industry. The three-day trade fair was a hive of activity as visitors eagerly explored the latest products and technologies f... Read More

The Printed Circuit Engineering Association (PCEA) has announced a special free panel session on AI in Electronics that will take place at the PCB West technical conference next month at the Santa Clara (CA) Convention Center.The discussion will give a snapshot of the current industry status regardi... Read More

Würth Elektronik is exhibiting at electronica – the leading international trade show – in Munich, November 12-15, 2024. The manufacturer of electronic and electromechanical components for the electronics industry will showcase a host of innovations, primarily as a solutions provider... Read More

Altus Group, a supplier of capital equipment for the electronics manufacturing industry in the UK and Ireland, has announced the successful installation of a second Koh Young Zenith 3D Automated Optical Inspection (AOI) system at Active-PCB Solutions. This latest investment highlights Altus’ c... Read More

IPC announced the August 2024 findings from its North American Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Statistical Program. The book-to-bill ratio stands at 0.99.Total North American PCB shipments in August 2024 were up 35 percent compared to last year. Compared to the preceding month, August shi... Read More

Kurtz Ersa Manufacturing México S.A. DE C.V. celebrated the inauguration of its new production facility in Ciudad Juárez. The festive ceremony was attended by over 70 guests, including business partners and colleagues from Mexico, the USA, and Germany. The following guests of honor wer... Read More

INSPECTIS has introduced its new BGA-XL stand, enabling the easy optical inspection of ultra-low clearance BGAs on large PCBAs. Paired with the optional XM lenses, which offer up to 285x screen magnification, the system can inspect components from underneath, ensuring precise and thorough examinatio... Read More