Nov 1, 2024 · As components shrink in size, the demand for finer solder pastes increases. But the selection of solder paste is not just about matching component size; it’s also about optimizing printing and reflow processes to prevent defects and ensure reliability. Here we explore the significance of solder paste powder size, particularly when and why manufacturers should consider downsizing from ...

Nov 2, 2022 · WASHINGTON, DC -- The Printed Circuit Board Association of America has named David Schild as the association’s first executive director. PCBAA is a consortium of U.S.-based companies that support U.S. domestic production of printed circuit boards (PCBs).

Jan 9, 2025 · NEEDHAM, MA – Global PC shipments totaled 262.7 million PCs in 2024, up 1% from the previous year, according to preliminary results from IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Personal Computing Device Tracker. Shipments totaled 68.9 million in the fourth quarter, growing 1.8% year-over-year. Looking ahead to ...

Jan 7, 2025 · The semiconductor industry is expected to start 18 new fab construction projects in 2025, according to SEMI’s latest quarterly World Fab Forecast report. The new projects include three 200mm and fifteen 300mm facilities, the majority of which are expected to begin operations from 2026 to 2027.

Sep 3, 2024 · Circuits Assembly Magazine online Magazine. KUALA LUMPUR – VS Industry has leased 52,700 sq. m. of space in the ALogis Santo Tomas industrial park in Batangas, Philippines, to build a new manufacturing facility in the country.

Oct 22, 2024 · PEACHTREE CITY, GA – CIRCUITS ASSEMBLY today announced the winners of its 32nd annual 2024 Service Excellence Awards (SEAs) for electronics manufacturing services (EMS) providers and electronics assembly equipment, materials and software suppliers.

Dec 16, 2024 · The global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) will continue to rise, growing by over 15% in 2025, according to IDC ’s latest Worldwide Semiconductor Technology Supply Chain Intelligence report.

Jan 30, 2025 · PEACHTREE CITY, GA – CIRCUITS ASSEMBLY today opened registration for its annual Service Excellence Awards (SEAs) for EMS providers and electronics assembly equipment, material, service, and software suppliers. Now in its 33rd year, the SEAs honor companies for excelling in the critical area of ...

Jan 6, 2025 · The many billions of dollars in direct funding or incentives the US Chips Act has bestowed on domestic manufacturers continue to obscure the basic adage that a chain is only as strong as its weakest link.

Circuits Assembly Magazine online Magazine. By Bob Swiggett Looking back 58 years to 1948, I recall five things that led me to found Photocircuits Corp., which became the first company in the world to manufacture printed wiring boards as its sole line of business.