How Brexit is affecting the UK electronics manufacturing business
The signing of the provisional UK-EU Brexit trade agreement on Christmas Eve 2020 signalled the end of four years of uncertainty for UK electronics manufacturing – but it has also left in its wake some significant new challenges. Three months in, JJS Manufacturing’s Neil Sharp unpacks the challenges.
Northvolt Acquires Startup to Boost Battery Technology
The Wall Street Journal. – William Boston Swedish battery maker Northvolt AB has acquired U.S. startup Cuberg Inc., gaining access to technology that could significantly boost the range of its electric-vehicle batteries, in the latest move in… Read more on wsj.com
The PC Shipment Wave Continues as Volumes Are Forecast to Grow 18.2% in 2021 with a 5-Year CAGR of 2.5%, According to IDC
NEEDHAM, Mass. – Despite many regions beginning their reopening process from COVID-19, PC demand across the globe remains strong and in some cases at record levels exiting 2020. The largest drivers of demand continue to be consumers and students needing reliable systems to be productive and connected, and corporate upgrades. Additionally, IDC believes strong demand exists […]
EPA Seeks Public Comment on Protecting Human Health and the Environment from PBT Chemicals
WASHINGTON — In accordance with Biden-Harris Administration executive orders and directives, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is asking for additional public input on five final rules for persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT) chemicals issued on January 6, 2021 under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). These rules, which went into effect last month, address […]
Elmaticas Jan Pedersen honored with the prestigious Dieter Bergman Fellowships Award
“I am deeply honored to be chosen for this prestigious award, and happy to bestow two excellent students at a University close to my heart, with the Dieter Bergman Scholarship”, says Elmaticas Jan Pedersen. IPC announced this year’s winners of the Dieter Bergman Award at the digital IPC Apex Expo Awards session yesterday, US time. […]